A Classic Horror Story

A Classic Horror Story

Year: 2021

Runtime: 95 min

Language: Italian

Directors: Paolo Strippoli, Roberto De Feo

Echo Score: 50

Budget: $3M

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Five strangers traveling through rural England find their route blocked by a car accident, leaving them stranded. Seeking shelter, they discover a mysterious, isolated mansion deep within the surrounding woods. As they explore, the group uncovers unsettling secrets and a dark history, realizing they are trapped in a place where nightmares become reality and their worst fears are about to surface.

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1

Elisa arranges a rideshare

Elisa makes the difficult decision to arrange a rideshare via an app. She is headed to her parents' home in Calabria for an abortion appointment, setting the stage for the tumultuous journey ahead.

2

The group boards the RV

Elisa boards the RV driven by travel blogger Fabrizio, joined by a diverse cast including doctor Riccardo and an outgoing couple, Sofia and Mark. Their different personalities create an interesting dynamic as they set off.

3

Emergency stop due to morning sickness

As the journey progresses, Elisa's morning sickness prompts an emergency stop. This incident also causes Mark to take over the driving, a fateful decision that shifts the course of their trip.

4

Crash while avoiding a dead goat

While driving under the influence of beer, Mark veers off the road to avoid hitting a dead goat, resulting in a disastrous crash with a tree. This incident leaves Mark severely injured and changes the atmosphere of the trip.

5

Searching for help after the crash

Upon waking the next morning, Elisa and the group find themselves in dire straits, desperately tending to Mark's severe leg injury. They also realize they are lost, surrounded by dense forest rather than open roads.

6

Discovery of the old cabin

The group stumbles upon an old cabin that piques their curiosity but also instills fear. Despite the unease, Elisa decides to step inside to investigate further, setting off a chain of terrifying events.

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7

The terrifying mural are uncovered

Inside the cabin, Elisa discovers a disturbing mural depicting three grotesque deities named Osso, Mastosso, and Carcagnosso, believed to demand human sacrifices in exchange for wealth. This revelation heightens their sense of dread.

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8

Bloodcurdling screams disrupt the night

That night, the group's plan to stay in the RV is shattered by bloodcurdling screams emanating from the cabin. Only Mark remains inside as the others venture in to uncover the horrifying truth.

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9

Discovery of the mutilated girl

Inside the cabin, the group finds a young girl named Chiara trapped in a hay cocoon, silenced by terror. Their shock escalates as they witness masked figures kidnaps Mark for a horrific fate.

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10

Hiding in the attic

As Mark is tortured, the group hides in the attic, forced to endure the grisly spectacle. The horror of their situation escalates as they realize they are at the mercy of ruthless cultists.

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11

Escape attempts lead to discovery

Desperate to flee, the group attempts to escape through the woods but stumble upon a graveyard of discarded vehicles. They grasp the grim reality that they could be the latest victims of the cult.

12

Chiara's tragic story unfolds

The frightened girl Chiara shares her tragic history through a diary, revealing she is the last survivor of her family. This revelation deepens their understanding of the horrors they’re entangled in.

13

Cult members prepare for ritual

As night falls, Elisa awakens to a nightmarish scene with cult members taking Sofia, Chiara, and Riccardo hostage for a sacrificial ritual. The atmosphere of dread reaches its peak as they prepare for gruesome acts.

14

Elisa's confrontation with Fabrizio

Elisa faces off against Fabrizio, realizing he drugged their drinks and is linked to the cult's darker schemes. The tension escalates as chaos breaks out, leading to Elisa's capture.

15

Elisa's final confrontation and escape

Elisa's harrowing journey culminates in a desperate escape from Fabrizio and the cult. She emerges bloodied yet victorious on a beach, where her traumatic experience is witnessed by unsuspecting bathers.

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Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 18:28

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