The film is notoriously violent, featuring extreme gore, torture, and mutilation. Notable scenes include a brutal table saw scene, a Achilles tendon cutting scene, and a claustrophobic crawl through a tight, dirt-filled tunnel.

The title refers not only to the geographical border they try to cross but also to the violation of the human body. The film highlights how political violence can directly threaten bodily autonomy, especially for marginalized people and women.

The film is characterized by a "dirty," bleak, and gritty aesthetic, creating a feeling of hopelessness.

The film opens in a near-future Paris, where a far-right candidate is poised to win the presidential election, causing violent riots and chaos.

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The villains live in an abandoned mining town, suggesting a connection between industrial decay, rural abandonment, and the rise of extreme ideologies. Production and Style