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Charles Franklin, a 600-pound recluse, is struggling to come to terms with the loss of his partner and the impending mortality that comes with his morbid obesity. Despite his isolation, Charles's thoughts are consumed by his estranged teenage daughter, Ellie, whom he hasn't seen in years. As Charles's health begins to decline rapidly, he reaches out to Ellie and invites her to visit him at his small apartment above a diner in a small town in New England. Ellie, now 17, is initially hesitant but eventually agrees, hoping to reconnect with her father before it's too late. Upon arrival, Ellie is shocked by the extent of Charles's obesity and struggles to comprehend how someone so sick can still be so vibrant and full of life. As they begin to communicate, Charles reveals his deep regret over their estrangement and his desire to make amends. Through a series of candid conversations, Charles opens up about his past mistakes, including the painful memory of Ellie's mother leaving him for another man. Ellie, in turn, shares her own struggles with bullying and feeling disconnected from her father. As the days pass, Charles becomes increasingly desperate to connect with Ellie, fearing that this might be their last chance at redemption. He shares stories about his life, teaching English literature at a local college, and his passion for Frankenstein, which he sees as a metaphor for his own lonely existence. Ellie, though initially skeptical, begins to see her father in a new light, recognizing the love and vulnerability beneath his rough exterior. As they confront their past traumas together, Charles and Ellie form an unlikely bond, forged through shared experiences and mutual understanding. As the story unfolds, Charles's health continues to deteriorate, and he must confront the reality of his own mortality. In a heart-wrenching climax, Charles implores Ellie to stay with him, promising that he will fight for her and be there for her as long as he can. Ultimately, Ellie must make a choice between honoring her father's final wishes or forging her own path in life. Through this poignant and powerful drama, The Whale explores themes of love, redemption, and the human desire to connect with others, even in the darkest moments of our lives.

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