Netflix’s ‘The Sand Castle’ Ending, Explained

Netflix's psychological thriller The Sand Castleis much more than the average deserted-island survival story. Akin to past entries within the subgenre like LOST and Sweatheart, the film does include its typical plotlines, like having characters withstand harsh elements, attempt different methods of escape, and encounter eerie happenings. However, the streaming service's Lebanese drama differs in its focus — using these tropes as a backdrop to explore the mind at war.