James constantly reminds Otis that he "works for him," blurring the lines between fatherhood and employment. 🌪️ The Cycle of PTSD
He seeks to understand, not just blame.
Young Otis is constantly scanning his father’s moods. Honey Boy
The film jumps between Otis as a child star and Otis as an adult in court-ordered rehab. It shows that trauma isn't a single event, but a lingering echo. Key Themes: James constantly reminds Otis that he "works for