Part 3/8:
Carmen's Awakening
Carmen, unprepared for the island's grim reality, instantly realizes the island's brutal nature when she spots the bodies of female prisoners washed ashore. Struggling to start a fire and establish a foothold, she encounters Dr. Milford, who informs her of the male-dominated landscape she is about to navigate. Striking a defiant pose, Carmen refuses to let her identity be solely defined by her status as a prisoner.
She soon discovers the disempowerment of the women on the island. Bobby, the male leader, exerts control, reinforcing a hierarchy that leaves the few women—including Carmen—vulnerable. Despite the ominous atmosphere, Carmen's perception of her circumstance ignites a flicker of hope for change.