Sam Was Here

Sam, a dedicated door-to-door salesman, finds himself traveling through an arid and seemingly deserted desert landscape. His journey takes him to remote areas where he hopes to find potential clients but instead encounters an environment that feels eerily empty. Despite his persistent efforts, the roads remain quiet, and the warmth of potential business seems to have evaporated into the vastness of the desert.

Adding to his growing sense of isolation is the fact that his wife isn't answering her phone calls. He tries repeatedly to reach out, but there is no response. The lack of communication adds a layer of anxiety to his journey, leaving him wondering if something has gone wrong at home. It is a stark contrast to his usual routine, where connections and contact were easily maintained.

Throughout his travels, Sam's only link to the outside world is a local radio station. The station broadcasts music, advertisements, and occasionally, news updates. However, the station's host, a peculiar man named Eddy, dominates the airwaves with provocative calls. Eddy discusses a child killer at large in the area, urging listeners on to find and punish the perpetrator themselves. His tone is intense, almost manipulative, as he pushes the audience toward vigilantism.

As Sam listens more closely, he begins to sense something troubling. The tone of the broadcasts and Eddy’s comments seem to align eerily with his own situation. The radio host's words begin to echo in Sam’s mind, casting doubt and suspicion upon him. Sam starts to question whether he is being wrongly accused or if something darker is unfolding around him.

This realization dawns on him with frightening clarity: everyone in this isolated area might believe he is the child killer. The radio program's tone and Eddy’s relentless urging seem to implicate Sam in the crime, turning him from a salesman into a suspect. Now, caught in a web of suspicion and paranoia, Sam must navigate his way through a hostile environment, trying to clear his name while understanding the strange motives behind Eddy's broadcasts. His journey has taken an unexpected turn, transforming into a quest for truth amid suspicion and fear.