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As the protagonists struggle with the rising threat, the film cleverly contrasts their efforts with the ants' sophisticated communication and collective action. An unexpected turn of events leads to the realization that the ants are partaking in a fatal cycle of sacrifice and mutation, adapting their defenses against human interventions.
The narrative reaches a climactic height as Dr. Hubs decides to confront the ant queen directly in a fateful exploration of hubris. The cycle of conflict culminates when Kendra sacrifices herself, a powerful moment that symbolizes the ultimate choice between fear and understanding.