Womb 2012

As children, Rebecca and Tommy share a whimsical, fairy-tale romance. Life takes a tragic turn when they are separated for many years, only to reunite as adults. Their rekindled love, however, is abruptly cut short when a tragic car accident claims Tommy’s life. Heartbroken and overwhelmed, Rebecca believes she cannot continue without him. In her desperate longing, she decides to bear a clone of Tommy, hoping to reclaim the joyous moments they once shared.

The arrival of this new Tommy, who bears the striking resemblance of her late love, brings both happiness and a complicated web of emotions. As Rebecca navigates this controversial choice, she faces the daunting task of explaining the complex feelings that come with raising someone who looks just like the man she adored. The new Tommy, now growing into young manhood, struggles to grasp the puzzling desires that surround their unique relationship.

Amidst the emotional tumult, Rebecca is portrayed as a mother grappling with her choice as well as her family dynamic. We see her tenderly reminiscing about her childhood with Tommy, from playful summer days at the beach to heartwarming encounters under a rain-soaked broadwalk. Their youthful innocence contrasts sharply with the tension of their current reality.

The story weaves through Rebecca’s life as she balances the joy of having Tommy back with the heartache of his absence. It explores themes of love, loss, and the ethical dilemmas arising from her cloning decision. The conflicts simmer as the lines between motherly affection and something more blurred, challenging the very foundation of her relationship with her son.

Ultimately, as Rebecca grapples with her choices, she must confront the unsettling truth of her emotional entanglement with the young man who embodies her past love, navigating a path filled with both desire and despair. Will she find a way to untangle the threads of love that bind her and her clone son? Only time will tell as their story unfolds amidst the complexities of human emotions.