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Helena, a financially struggling narcissist, uproots her family to a remote village in Mexico, intent on restoring a dilapidated mansion to its former glory. Her daughters, Allie and Mikka, feel lost in this foreign land, grappling with the unfamiliar surroundings and their mother's unpredictable whims. Allie, in particular, finds herself struggling to adapt-not just to the country but to her family's fractured dynamics. As she seeks a sense of belonging, she remains oblivious to the deep-seated tensions and betrayals simmering beneath the surface. In this tale, the true danger lies not in the unknown, but in the family members we trust the most, revealing that home can sometimes be the least safe place of all.All Rights Reserved

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