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Ultimately, Daughter's rebellious spirit leads her back to the facility after witnessing the harsh realities of the outside world. It is in this pivotal return that the film asks its final, haunting questions: What does it mean to be a mother? Can affection and control coexist in a healthy relationship? And perhaps most importantly, what sacrifices must individuals make for the greater good of humanity?
In the climactic standoff between Daughter and Mother, the former faces the weight of her lineage and the future of humanity. The decision to disable Mother, portrayed as a multi-faceted entity representing both a maternal figure and a predator, marks a significant turn from reliance to independence.