After Life

Eliot Deacon runs an unconventional funeral home, where he engages in calming conversations with the dead he prepares. His empathetic approach to his work sets him apart from typical morticians, providing a unique environment for the deceased and their families.

Anna Taylor attends the funeral of her beloved piano instructor, leading her to confront grief for the first time in a meaningful way. This moment signifies a turning point for her emotional state, setting the scene for what comes next.

After the funeral, Anna has an intense argument with her boyfriend, Paul, at a restaurant. This escalating confrontation culminates in an emotional uproar, pushing Anna into a troubled state as she leaves.

Distraught from her conflict with Paul, Anna drives off recklessly. This distress leads to a grave traffic accident, culminating in her sudden death and setting the stage for the supernatural events that follow.

Anna awakens on an embalming table in Eliot's funeral home, confused and disoriented. Eliot calmly informs her that she has passed away and shares his unique ability to communicate with the deceased, leaving her in shock.

To prepare Anna for her final resting, Eliot administers a fictional drug called hydronium bromide, meant to keep her muscles relaxed. This bizarre revelation raises Anna's suspicions about her actual state, fueling her desperation to escape.

Anna desperately tries to convince Eliot of her aliveness and attempts to escape from the funeral home. Each effort is thwarted by Eliot, who insists she has not truly lived, leaving Anna feeling hopeless and isolated.

In a chilling moment, Eliot allows Anna to see her own corpse in a mirror, solidifying her belief that she is indeed dead. This horrifying realization intensifies her panic and feeling of entrapment in the funeral home.

One of Anna's students, Jack, visits Eliot and becomes fascinated by him. Eliot exploits Jack's curiosity, suggesting they share a miraculous gift and encouraging him to explore darker aspects of the afterlife.

As her funeral approaches, Anna reflects on her state and demands to see her reflection once more. She notices her breath fogging the glass, triggering an accusation towards Eliot, who responds by sedating her again.

During Anna’s funeral, Paul mournfully honors her by placing the engagement ring he intended to give her on her finger. This act signifies his love and the deep void left by Anna's absence.

Grief-stricken and intoxicated, Paul confronts Eliot, believing Anna is truly gone. Eliot's taunts force Paul to face the reality of Anna’s death, pushing him to seek the truth about what transpired.

Anna wakes up in a panic, hearing the sounds of dirt being shoveled onto her casket. In a frenzied effort, she claws at the satin lining of her coffin, desperate to escape her impending burial.

In an emotional moment, Anna confesses her love for Paul during their reunion. However, Paul is startled by mysterious sounds, leading to confusion about Eliot's sinister activities in the background.

In a shocking twist, Paul learns from Eliot that he too has met with a fatal accident, now facing his own death. This revelation leaves him devastated, grasping with disbelief as Eliot prepares him for the same fate as Anna.