The story begins with Ruth’s transformation in India, which alarms her suburban Australian family. They lure her back to a remote desert shack in the Australian outback under the guise of her father being ill. There, P.J. Waters begins a three-day intensive deprogramming session designed to strip away her new beliefs. However, the power dynamic quickly shifts as Ruth uses her intelligence and sexuality to challenge P.J.'s own certainties, leading to a surreal and psychological battle of wills. Where to Watch & Download

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