Death of a Unicorn

In the enigmatic film, "Death of a Unicorn," the narrative revolves around a poignant and complex web of human relationships, loss, and introspection. The story centers around Jack Lewis, a devoted father, and his 12-year-old daughter, Lucy, who embark on a weekend-long retreat in the countryside. Their journey commences under pleasant circumstances, with the prospect of bonding and creating cherished memories together. However, their tranquil drive is cut short when a white figure suddenly emerges from the woods and darts across their vehicle. Jack and Lucy are met with the heart-wrenching sight of a majestic unicorn, broken and struggling to survive. Tragically, it's too late to salvage the creature, and they succumb to their injuries in the vehicle. As they continue on to the retreat, Jack and Lucy hastily work to conceal the truth behind the unfortunate event. They cover the crime scene, choosing to keep this unsettling experience hidden and spare their wealthy benefactor, Mr. Blackwood, the news. Believing in maintaining the discretion, they steer clear of any involvement with local authorities, setting an ominous precedent for their already tortured conscience. Upon arrival at the secluded estate of Mr. Blackwood, a billionaire entrepreneur with excessive resources and limited scruples, Jack and Lucy discover the property has become a central hub for scientific research. It is here that Mr. Blackwood and his cohorts aim to exploit the astonishing healing properties of the unicorn's remains. This cutting-edge technology embodies the epitome of bio-tech advancements, touted as a miraculous solution for countless heinous diseases and traumas. Despite Jack's deep unease and moral conflicts, Lucy's blossoming connection to the deceased creature sets in motion a compelling emotional transformation. Confronted by the intricate consequences of their act and impelled by her devoted love for her dad, Lucy finds herself pursuing the inquiry into a set of unsettling discoveries. Through cautious observations, startling exposes, and sensitive confrontations with an array of multidimensional characters, the family become increasingly entrenched in an orbit of horror. Meanwhile, at the estate, researchers start to reveal the astounding outcomes from the magical creatures remains. A cancer patient is miraculously cured, while emotional disorders and pain rapidly fade away. What's more, as powerful entities and corporations begin to take interest in Mr. Blackwood's undertaking, local governments step forth proposing radical, beneficial reforms made understandable by it. In this, under the influence of Lucy's gradual realisation that unicorns embody 'the unknowable,' - unidentifiable beings difficult to comprehend without a possible metaphysical purpose, Jack Lewis, begins to uncover the depth of psychological and personal betrayal, and their own existential crises are entwined to their fateful discovery of how life unravels when grief meets morality. Despite taking years after an event such as this, the sense of 'closure' Jack finds within the unravelling process only appears when the stakes grow too onerous and realisation dawns on him - "Where do miracles come from; or in other words, what drives us to transcend sense and hope?" can’t be found within the sanctuary his daughters faith offers, leading him to confront their existence within the inevitable expanse at which each form of life resides: 'a mysterious world.' As a more complex dynamic ultimately serves as an interweave backdrop on all the interpersonal, personal transformations Jack, Lucy and Mr. Blackwoods lives embarks to have during their all so tragic, dark lives spanned as family's 'crust' collapses under unimaginable proportions. Ultimately, the aftermath fosters intense introspection for Jack and brings him closer to self-discovery. This illuminating transformation ignites a more intrinsic passion and spiritual introspection when approaching "life, tragedy, the unknown and its mysteries'." If indeed he must tread this path, he remains dedicated to his bond with his daughter, refusing to let his mistakes irreparably tear them apart, resolving the story with redemption.