Underdog Employee Rises Up Against Domineering Boss in Survival Showdown

In the upcoming black comedy "Send Help," directed by Sam Raimi, coworkers Linda Liddle and Bradley Preston find themselves in a precarious situation. The two, who work at a consulting firm, are on a business trip when their plane crashes, leaving them stranded on a deserted island with little chance of rescue.

As the trailer reveals, the dynamic between the two characters undergoes a significant change. Linda, who has long been underappreciated on her team, particularly by her boss Bradley, suddenly finds herself in a position of power. Bradley, the once-dominant figure, is now wounded and dependent on Linda for survival. "Let's not forget I'm your boss! You work for me," he shouts, to which Linda calmly responds, "We're not in the office anymore, Bradley."

Raimi, who was drawn to the "outrageous and original" script by Mark Swift and Damian Shannon, describes the story as one of "female empowerment and transformation." He notes that "watching a once-powerful boss find himself dependent on someone he underestimated is satisfying." As the trailer teases, the situation escalates, with Linda wielding a spear and a knife, and quipping, "I don't think we should ever leave!"

The director emphasizes the universal nature of the story, saying, "We need to encourage our society to treat people with respect and kindness, regardless of status." With the power dynamics shifting and the characters forced to confront their workplace dynamics in an isolated environment, "Send Help" promises to be a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition.