Choking

Choking

Who's really in control?

2022 · 22 min · Thriller, Drama

Samuel, the owner of a very lucrative technology company, is robbed by a violent attacker named Nathan, whom he recognizes as a former employee. Samuel does not call the police, but locates Nathan and offers him payment if he agrees to recreate the incident repeatedly for his own pleasure. This is followed by a turbulent, distorted employer-employee relationship that culminates in a messy climax and a dark, sobering unraveling.

Directed by Chadlee Skrikker · Written by Chadlee Skrikker

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