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The turning point occurs when Jackie suddenly pushes Jules off a cliff. This act of violence is not just a physical assault; it is a total betrayal of the marital vow. From this moment, the film transforms into a brutal cat-and-mouse game. Jackie reveals a cold, nihilistic worldview, famously telling Jules that her conscience is not a source of strength but an "Achilles heel". Jackie views herself as "free" because she is unburdened by empathy, a theme that questions whether human connection is a survival mechanism or a fatal flaw. The Instinct to Survive

: The film explores the idea of whether psychopathic tendencies are inherent or learned, as Jules realizes she may never have truly known the woman she loves.