Thou Wast Mild and Lovely 2014

As Akin (actor name) arrives at the farm belonging to Jeremiah and his daughter Sarah, he symbolically discards his past by removing his wedding ring. This initial meeting is tinged with tension as Akin introduces himself as a single man without any ties. Jeremiah, ever the gracious host, provides Akin with a comfortable living space for his summer stay.

Jeremiah, who is known for his indulgent nature, affectionately nicknames Akin “shoulders,” noting the enigmatic depth in his gaze that suggests hidden secrets. While Akin struggles to reach his wife Drew by phone, the poor reception symbolizes the growing distance in their relationship.

Meanwhile, Sarah captures Akin’s attention, igniting a playful tension as they exchange subtle glances and begin to explore their chemistry. They embark on a lighthearted mission to find a stray cow on the property. In a moment of spontaneity, Sarah catches a frog from the grass and bites it in a burst of youthful recklessness, prompting Akin to succumb to his feelings and share a passionate kiss with her. However, this leads to a murky and invasive situation that complicates matters further.

During dinner, the conversation veers into Akin’s personal life when Jeremiah nonchalantly mentions his awareness of Akin’s marriage, the remnants of a tan line on his finger betraying him. In turn, Jeremiah confides a dark secret of his own—that he’s been keeping a mysterious companion hidden and has been tending to their wounds.

The next day, Sarah’s curiosity deepens when she finds a family photo in Akin’s room, making her more intrigued by this complex man. As they continue to bond, Sarah takes the opportunity to teach Akin horseback riding, which strengthens their connection but also places their trust in jeopardy.

A sudden call from Drew interrupts the delicate balance as she reaches out to Jeremiah, expressing concern over Akin’s silence and announcing plans for a visit with their son. The evening begins amiably, filled with easy conversation, but becomes tense when Drew innocently remarks on Akin’s reserved demeanor, only for Sarah to reveal that he’s been quite loquacious around her, casting an awkward pall over the dinner table.

When night falls, Drew, intoxicated and vulnerable, finds herself the target of Jeremiah’s crude remarks. Akin steps in, carrying her to his room, but later awakes to find Drew and Sarah deep in conversation about their deceased daughter. In a shocking and bewildering turn, Sarah blindfolds Akin, and the three of them engage in a perilous and unexpected threesome. Akin’s discomfort lands him in trouble; upon removing the blindfold, he spots Jeremiah and a neighbor spying on them. Furious, Jeremiah retaliates against the neighbor and makes an aggressive advance on Drew, throwing Akin into a fray as he tries to intervene.

The night spirals into chaos, leading to Akin getting knocked out cold. When he regains consciousness, he finds himself restrained in the barn, confronted by the haunting sight of a man with a grotesquely injured face. To his relief, Sarah comes to his aid, unbinding him as they rush back to the house only to stumble upon Jeremiah with a knife. In a last-ditch effort to reason with Sarah, Akin’s pleas are met with heartbreak as she pulls the trigger, leaving Jeremiah mortally wounded and Sarah drowned in tears of anguish.

Amidst the havoc, Drew bursts in, armed with an axe, exacting a brutal revenge upon both Sarah and Jeremiah. Together, Akin and Drew swiftly grab their crying son from the yard, fleeing the scene as they leave behind the wreckage of lives forever altered by the tumultuous events that unfolded.