The Shadow of Pursuit 2021

Directed by Hannah Bishop

Robert, a lonely butcher obsessed with meat and women, turns to art to subdue his deviances. His awkward attempts at human connection fail, and each time, he is driven further to the edge. After one, humiliating rejection, he again must make amends on the canvas. Robert's world is upended when his estranged nephew and nephew's girlfriend, Thomas and Daniella, pay him an unexpected visit. A visit, choreographed by Daniella, to steal Robert's inherited wealth. While reconciling lost memories, he discovers their ulterior motive, and is subjected to his propensities. Bound literally by the circumstances, Daniella and Thomas are forced to participate in Robert's torturous performance. Ultimately, they break free from their misery, and commandeer a lifetime of wealth. Robert is left with his masterpiece ending.