Human Nature

• Drama
• Comedy

A darkly comedic and profoundly unsettling drama, *Human Nature* explores the boundaries of civilization and the ethics of scientific curiosity through the peculiar story of Puff, a man discovered living entirely in the wild. The film isn't a straightforward 'civilizing the savage' narrative; instead, it’s a provocative, often uncomfortable examination of desire, control, and the inherent wildness within us all, manifested in a bizarre love triangle fueled by intellectual obsession and primal attraction. Nathan, the controlling scientist, views Puff as a subject for study and refinement, while Lila, the ethologist, fiercely advocates for preserving his natural state, leading to a collision of philosophies and a surprisingly tender, yet disturbing, portrait of unconventional intimacy. The film’s distinctive tone arises from its willingness to linger in awkward silences and subtly highlight the absurdity of societal norms, posing difficult questions about what truly defines humanity, and the limitations of intellectual pursuit.