In a dystopian near-future ravaged by economic downturns and rampant unemployment, society has spiraled into chaos. A struggling young man named Crabs finds solace in taking his girlfriend Carmen to a seemingly ordinary drive-in theater. However, this drive-in is not just a place for entertainment. Once inside, they discover it's a government-run camp designed to trap societal outcasts and undesirables. The patrons are fed a diet of junk food and even worse entertainment, encouraging complacency and social decay among them. Crabs initially tries to adapt to the new normal but soon becomes restless.

As Crabs explores the perimeters and dynamics of this eerie establishment, he uncovers layers of its sinister operation. He grapples with the oppressive control mechanisms that keep everyone subdued, realizing the authorities have no intention of allowing anyone to leave. With Carmen torn between comfort in this new haven and Crabs' growing desperation for freedom, tension rises. Crabs must navigate shifting loyalties, discover hidden truths, and confront authority figures while plotting an escape that seems almost impossible. The narrative builds on suspenseful interactions and the growing realization of what true captivity entails, propelling Crabs toward a climactic decision that will determine his fate and potentially shake the foundations of this grim world.