In "Swallowed" (2016), we meet Sam, a new mother navigating the challenges of parenthood while balancing her idyllic family life. As she joyfully shops at the supermarket with her husband Carlson and their baby, the facade of her perfect life begins to crack. Sam hosts a neighborhood shishkabob party and shares a cozy Sunday breakfast with her family, but beneath her cheerful exterior lies a dark secret—she's harboring a parasite that threatens to upend her world. As Sam embarks on a feverish journey to purge this insidious creature, the narrative plunges into a surreal dance that explores the complexities of motherhood. The parasite's chaotic energy transports us into the kitchen of another lonely woman, who finds herself staring at a cereal box featuring the smiling faces of Sam and Carlson. This haunting imagery prompts a deeper question: what lies beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect life? With its unique blend of horror and dance, "Swallowed" delves into the intricate truths of motherhood and domesticity, revealing the hidden struggles that often go unseen. Experience this thought-provoking film that challenges the notion of an ideal family life.