In this taut and atmospheric short film directed by Ama Anane, a young woman named Kaya finds herself trapped in a claustrophobic struggle for survival after a routine errand takes a terrifying turn. When she stumbles upon a hidden cache of drugs belonging to a ruthless local gang, her quiet life is shattered, forcing her to confront a world of violence and paranoia she never knew existed. Driven by a fierce will to protect her family, Kaya must navigate a web of deceit and danger, outsmarting both the gang members who hunt her and the corrupt elements of her own community. As the pressure mounts, she discovers an inner strength she never knew she possessed, turning the tables on her pursuers in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. Blending elements of crime thriller and psychological drama, Cottonmouth is a gripping, pulse-pounding exploration of resilience and survival against overwhelming odds, leaving viewers breathless until its final, shocking moment.