John's mother is an unstable, controlling woman who suffers from separation anxiety and mysophobia. She confines John through imaginary household boundaries, repeated washing, social restrictions, and sexual harassment, while presenting herself as the victim. After sabotaging his bike, she is attacked by John and Kevin, strangled, and placed in her car.
Axelle's mother is present during the aftermath of the medical crisis, waiting at home with food when the injured woman is to be brought there. Her presence connects Dominique's attempt to provide care with Axelle's family environment, where family tensions and prejudice complicate the offered refuge.
Els Deceukelier has 10 screen credits in a career dating back to 2003. Signature works include Lola and the Sea, The Warriors of Beauty, The Leader Will Come. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
