There is an element of love story to it. It’s a small drama.

His macro intention: to move forward with his life. He wants change. He wants to be his best self.

His obstacles: his past. His past demons. The paedophile next door. Getting involved with the paedophile’s sister. The town. His friends and family who constantly treat him like the violent man he use to be. Then add in – when he’s finally forced to pick a side. There’s a lot of conflict here.

Also – his own fragile mindset is an obstacle. He is self sabotaging and he doesn’t want to self sabotage.

The I.I. is learning there’s a reformed paedophile next door – which works as a trigger/disturbance. He can’t stop thinking about this man. The nightmares begin awake, etc. He sleeps with a gun under his pillow. Keeps the light on.

He’s terrified of this man/hates this man – which is why his character arc is so potent when he becomes merciful. Somewhat compassionate.