Ablutions

In "Ablutions," a barman at a declining Hollywood bar observes the lives of his eccentric patrons while crafting notes for his novel. As he forms tentative friendships with these flawed regulars, he increasingly succumbs to his own vices, leading to the loss of his wife and sense of self. Amidst this painful decline, he acknowledges that he must escape his destructive habits to find redemption, prompting him to devise a drastic plan for his future. This narrative offers a unique twist on the classic tale of addiction and its fallout.