I Stand Alone follows the story of an unemployed and bitter man living in a Parisian suburb. Filled with rage and hate, he embarks on a one-man crusade, seeking revenge and displaying his misanthropy. As the film progresses, his actions become more violent and nihilistic, leading to a downward spiral of insanity and despair. The film explores themes of loneliness, depression, and the dark underbelly of society.

Carne is a 1991 French crime thriller film directed by Gaspar Noé. The film follows a mute and mentally disabled girl who becomes the target of horrific violence and mistreatment by her father. As she tries to escape her oppressive father, she finds solace in a butcher who becomes an unlikely protector. Carne is a disturbing and intense exploration of abuse, revenge, and the dark depths of human nature.