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Simultaneously, the revelation of her mother's infidelity with the repairman Taro illustrates another layer of familial strife. Tina's innocent admiration for the stability of her family is disrupted by the irresponsible actions of the adults around her. The decision to keep this secret further compounds Tina’s distress, leading her on a path where she feels increasingly detached and isolated.
The Unraveling of Innocence: The Birth of Ally
The turning point of the film arrives when the egg hatches, revealing a strange creature, Ally, who symbolizes Tina’s suppressed fears and desires. The creature’s evolution into a more human-like form mirrors Tina's own growth and the subsequent violence of her youth distilling her spirit into something darker and more primal.