In the movie The Rover, the global economic collapse has left Australia in a state of disarray and lawlessness. Eric, a hardened loner played by Guy Pearce, is left to fend for himself in this harsh and unforgiving landscape. His only possession of worth is his car, a prized possession in a world devoid of transportation.
One day, his car is stolen by a gang of thieves after a botched robbery. Eric sets out on a relentless pursuit to retrieve his car and enact revenge on those who took it from him. Along the way, he crosses paths with Rey, the brother of one of the thieves, played by Robert Pattinson.
Rey has been left for dead by his own brother and his compatriots, but Eric helps nurse him back to health and convinces him to help track down the thieves. Together, they navigate the treacherous landscape of the Australian outback, encountering bandits, danger, and death at every turn.
The film is a stark and brutal portrayal of a world where law and order have ceased to exist, and humanity has devolved into a primal struggle for survival. At the center of it all is the dynamic between Eric and Rey, two men from vastly different backgrounds brought together by circumstance and a shared desire for justice. The Rover is a haunting and visceral film that lingers long after the credits have rolled.
