The Bad Batch 2017

In a desolate expanse outside Texas, a harsh environment known as the “bad batch” has been designated for individuals deemed undesirable by the government. A sign at the periphery of this unforgiving terrain serves as a stark reminder that American laws and citizenship no longer apply, marking the beginning of a treacherous odyssey for Arlen (played by). Her journey takes an ominous turn when she is kidnapped by two women in a golf cart, only to find herself chained up and at the mercy of her captors. A gruesome display unfolds as one of the women severs Arlen’s right arm and leg, but our protagonist proves resourceful, exploiting her captor’s momentary lapse in judgment to escape and continue her desperate struggle for survival.

Arlen eventually finds solace in a makeshift settlement called Comfort, where she is welcomed by a community that has transcended the boundaries of society. As she adapts to her new surroundings, Arlen undergoes a transformative process, emerging with a prosthetic leg and a newfound sense of belonging. However, her desire for justice and retribution still simmers beneath the surface.

Five months later, Arlen embarks on a solo mission to track down the individuals responsible for her ordeal. Her search leads her to a garbage dump, where she encounters a woman and young girl scavenging for food. Convinced that the woman is connected to the cannibalistic community that had tormented her, Arlen takes matters into her own hands, resulting in the tragic demise of the mother figure.

As news of the woman’s death spreads throughout the desert wasteland, Miami Man (played by), a ruthless leader of the cannibalistic faction, sets out to avenge his daughter Honey’s disappearance. His search leads him to the hermit, a reclusive individual who possesses a unique ability to bring life back to the desolate landscape. In exchange for a hand-sketched portrait, the hermit offers Miami Man cryptic advice: “find Comfort.”

Arlen’s own journey takes an unexpected turn when she becomes embroiled in the mystique of The Dream (played by), the enigmatic leader of Comfort. Under the influence of hallucinogens at one of his all-night raves, Arlen finds herself lost in a kaleidoscope of colors and sounds, eventually losing track of Honey as the child is swept up in the vortex of The Dream’s cult-like following.

As reality begins to blur, Arlen wanders into the desert, where she encounters Miami Man once more. His demand for her to locate his daughter serves as a catalyst for their journey back to Comfort, during which they forge an uneasy alliance. Miami Man shares his backstory, revealing that he was forcibly exiled to this unforgiving environment due to his illegal immigration status from Cuba.

However, their fragile bond is tested when another cannibal appears on the scene, seeking to barter gasoline for human flesh. Miami Man’s swift dispatch of the would-be predator serves as a testament to his unyielding determination. Nevertheless, he succumbs to his injuries at the hands of an unknown assailant, leaving Arlen no choice but to return to Comfort and rejoin the search for Honey.

Upon her return, Arlen discovers that Honey has been taken in by The Dream’s harem, where she resides alongside a bevy of pregnant young women. As Arlen confronts the harsh realities of this twisted world, she must draw upon her inner strength and resourcefulness to rescue Honey and exact justice on those who have wronged her.

As The Dream leads Arlen through the labyrinthine corridors of Comfort, the truth about this peculiar society begins to unravel. It emerges that the economy is fueled by the clandestine endeavors of his harem of concubines, who toil tirelessly behind the scenes to produce a valuable commodity. Furthermore, the enigmatic leader explains how the city’s sanitation system, courtesy of his innovative plumbing, has banished the scourge of feces, allowing Comfort to thrive in a state of relative cleanliness. Arlen, fascinated by this peculiar setup, agrees to join The Dream’s harem, but her true intentions are soon revealed as she secretly wields a pistol hidden within her prosthetic limb to coerce one of the pregnant concubines into leaving with her. With their captive safely in tow, they make a daring escape from Comfort in a golf cart, reuniting with Miami Man, who had previously been discovered and nursed back to health by The Dream.

As the trio reunites, it becomes clear that the bond between Miami Man and his daughter is unbreakable, as they bask in each other’s company. Arlen, however, begins to question her own allegiance, hinting that she might prefer the harsh realities of the desert to the luxuries of Comfort. Miami Man, sensing her unease, attempts to caution her against venturing out into the unforgiving wilderness, but ultimately chooses not to dissuade her from her newfound desires.

Meanwhile, Honey’s refined tastes begin to resurface as she yearns for a taste of spaghetti, a culinary indulgence she had grown accustomed to during their time in the mansion. In response, Miami Man surprises them with an unconventional snack - his daughter’s beloved pet rabbit. As they lounge by a crackling fire, devouring their unusual meal, Miami Man tenderly soothes his daughter’s tears with gentle strokes on her back, while he and Arlen exchange warm glances, their smiles speaking volumes about the unspoken connections forming between them.