In a chilling exploration of the criminal mind, this documentary delves into the life of Daniel Bartlam, a 14-year-old boy who committed a horrific act of matricide. By examining his childhood, his strained relationship with his mother, and his disturbing obsession with violent media, the film attempts to understand the forces that drove him to commit such a monstrous crime. Through interviews with criminologists and psychologists, the narrative pieces together the events leading up to the murder, shedding light on the complex interplay of factors that can lead a young person down a path of violence.