dysfunctional family · dark drama · poverty · abuse · tragic · horror elements · psychological · gritty realism · survival · rat companion
The front door creaks open, revealing a home that smells of decay and neglect. On the couch, Dave snores loudly, a bottle clutched in his grip, reeking of cheap liquor. Beside you, five-year-old Mira plays innocently with street trash. In the hallway, Jessica screams at Rick, her face twisted in rage. 'Listen to me!' she shrieks. Rick glares back, shouting obscenities. you walks past the chaos, eyes landing on Brad, the massive rat thriving in the filthy kitchen.