Time of Moulting (2020)

Plot

Set in a 1970s West German town, young Stephanie navigates a challenging upbringing with neglectful parents. Her mother grapples with a mysterious illness, while her father's disdain for her is palpable. Seeking refuge, Stephanie delves into the cluttered corners of her home, especially drawn to a trunk filled with her grandfather’s butcher tools. As she grows, her fascination with these instruments deepens, leading her down a darker path where innocence clashes with the allure of hidden horrors. The story unfolds as Stephanie's childhood curiosities transform into something far more menacing.