Animal Kingdom

In this gritty drama, young Joshua "J" finds himself under the guardianship of his mother's extended family after her tragic death from an overdose. Their seemingly tight-knit community, however, is cloaked in darkness as they are deeply entrenched in a life of crime, ruled by the cunning and manipulative matriarch. J, initially naive to their world, soon finds himself swept up in their criminal activities.However, when an unexpected offer from a sympathetic police officer presents him with an alternative path, J is forced to confront his new reality and grapple with the conflicting loyalties that threaten to consume him. This compelling story explores the intricate web of relationships within a dysfunctional family and their struggle for redemption amidst the harsh realities of their chosen lifestyle. As J battles to overcome the darkness that surrounds him, he must ultimately decide whether his true destiny lies in following a straight path or succumbing to the allure of his criminal upbringing.