Taxidermia

In a small, forgotten town nestled between sprawling hills and murmuring woods, “Taxidermia” unfolds as a haunting yet darkly whimsical tale of obsession, secrets, and the quest for immortality. At the heart of this story is Felix, a gifted yet troubled taxidermist, struggling to reconcile his artistic visions with the unsettling reality of his craft. Known for his lifelike creations, he drives himself to the brink of madness, pouring every ounce of his energy into capturing the essence of the animals he preserves, hoping to give them a voice beyond the grave.

Felix’s world is upended when he discovers a collection of bizarre artifacts in an abandoned house—mysterious relics linked to a local legend of a mad taxidermist from a bygone era, rumored to have experimented with the souls of his subjects. Intrigued, Felix delves into the enigma, igniting a compulsion that blurs the line between artistry and insanity. As he immerses himself in the legend, he meets Lila, a free-spirited artist and fellow outcast searching for her own truth in a town that seems eager to forget.

Lila’s zest for life contrasts sharply with Felix’s obsession, and as their worlds collide, they form an unlikely partnership. Together, they journey through the creaking halls of forgotten taxidermy shops and underground exhibits, each step revealing long-buried secrets of the town and illuminating the dark corners of their own lives. Felix wrestles with his demons, while Lila battles her past, finding strength in her vulnerability.

As the duo unravels the mystery behind the relics, they uncover a sinister conspiracy linked to the town’s history and its disquieting practices of preserving life in all its forms. With time running out, Felix must confront the true nature of his art and the sacrifices it demands. “Taxidermia” is a spellbinding exploration of love, loss, and the lengths people go to defy death, all wrapped in a tapestry of eerie beauty and unexpected twists. The film invites viewers to examine their relationship with mortality and the stories we tell to keep our memories alive, proving that sometimes, the real horror lies not in death, but in what we do to escape it.