The Desiring

Richard is a typical Southern Gentleman who loves hunting, work, and his wife, Claire. Life is good. However, when he discovers her with his friend Eric, instead of feeling betrayed, Richard finds himself attracted by the affair and starts to watch. As he falls deeper down the rabbit hole, he's haunted by memories of his spiritually fanatic father whose desire for 'something more' drove him to suicide. This loss traumatized Richard which poisoned his capacity for longing and deeper intimacy. The closer Richard gets to Claire and Eric, the closer Claire and Eric get to each other. She is finding a deeper connection with Eric that she didn't find with Richard. When faced with losing Claire, Richard realizes that he's never fully loved her and finally has to confront his past. After watching Eric and Claire once more, Richard reveals himself and flees. Claire chases him and they embrace as Richard finally admits he is ready to give them both the deeper connection they desperately want.