Torn Loyalties: A Father's Dilemma

Calm with Horses follows the story of Arm as he navigates the dangerous world of the Devers family and his own personal struggles. As he becomes increasingly conflicted about his role as an enforcer, he seeks solace in his relationship with his son, Jack, who has severe autism. Despite his efforts to protect Jack from his violent world, Arm finds himself increasingly drawn into the criminal activities of the Devers family.

When Arm is ordered to carry out a killing, he must make a choice between his loyalty to the Devers and his desire to protect his son. As the pressure mounts, Arm's world begins to unravel, leading to a brutal and intense climax that tests the limits of his loyalty, strength, and love for his son.

Throughout the film, the audience is given a raw and unflinching look at the complexities of Arm's character, the harsh reality of rural Ireland, and the impact of violence on both the perpetrator and the innocent. The film explores themes of loyalty, family, and the struggle to break free from the cycle of violence.