In Manodrome, Ralphie starts out as a hardworking Uber driver and aspiring bodybuilder, but he feels unfulfilled. He is introduced to a group of men who belong to a libertarian masculinity cult that promises to unlock their true potential. At first, Ralphie is drawn to the group's message of personal freedom and empowerment, but as he becomes further immersed in the cult's teachings, he starts to lose touch with reality.
As Ralphie delves deeper into the cult, his repressed desires and insecurities begin to surface, leading to increasingly erratic and aggressive behavior. His obsession with achieving the perfect physique and adhering to the cult's strict ideals of masculinity drive him to dangerous extremes. His relationships with friends and family become strained, and he becomes increasingly isolated.
As Ralphie's mental state deteriorates, he struggles to reconcile his newfound sense of power and entitlement with the consequences of his actions. The film explores the dark consequences of toxic masculinity and the dangers of unchecked ambition. It ultimately serves as a cautionary tale about the allure of extreme ideologies and the destructive impact they can have on individuals and society as a whole.