The Lobster is a darkly comedic indie film directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Set in a dystopian society, the film presents a world where single people are given 45 days to find a romantic partner or be transformed into an animal of their choice. The story follows David, a recently single man who enters a secluded hotel where unconventional methods are employed to find love. The Lobster is a thought-provoking and absurdly humorous exploration of societal pressures, conformity, and the nature of human relationships.