Antlers

Antlers

Year: 2021

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

Director: Scott Cooper

ActionDramaMysteryThrillerFantasyHorrorCrime

In an isolated Oregon town, a teacher notices disturbing signs in a troubled student and, with the help of her sheriff brother, begins to investigate. Their search uncovers dark secrets and a terrifying connection to an ancient, legendary entity that has long haunted the community. As they delve deeper into the boy's past, they face increasingly dangerous confrontations and uncover a horrifying truth that threatens to consume them all. A tense and chilling story of mystery, horror, and the weight of the past unfolds.

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Timeline – Antlers (2021)

Trace every key event in Antlers (2021) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Kenny Glass's Death

The story begins with a horrific encounter in an abandoned coalmine where Kenny Glass is tragically killed. His death occurs during a violent confrontation with a wendigo while he and Frank Weaver are engaged in meth production.

Abandoned Coalmine
2

Frank Weaver's Transformation

Following the attack, Frank Weaver sustains severe injuries, which leave him on a slow path towards becoming a wendigo himself. This transformation symbolizes a deeper descent into madness and symbolizes the darker themes of addiction and violence.

3

Lucas Confining Frank

In an effort to protect his younger brother Aiden and to save his father Frank, Lucas Weaver decides to confine Frank within their isolated home. This drastic measure represents Lucas's growing maturity and the burden of responsibility placed on his young shoulders.

Weaver residence
4

Julia's Return to Cispus Falls

Years before the main events, Julia Meadows returns to her hometown, Cispus Falls, seeking a fresh start as a schoolteacher. Her return reignites old familial conflicts with her brother Paul, who is the town's sheriff.

Cispus Falls
5

Lucas's Troubling Drawings

Julia becomes increasingly concerned about Lucas when she notices his unsettling drawings and hears his tales about bears turning into monsters. This troubling behavior signals deeper issues that need addressing and foreshadows impending danger.

6

Discovery of Dismembered Corpse

Former sheriff Warren Stokes makes a shocking discovery while hiking—a dismembered part of Kenny's corpse. This grisly find, along with native wards in the mine, amplifies the tensions and dark mysteries surrounding Lucas's home life.

Forest
7

Ellen Booth's Visit

Julia reaches out to the school principal, Ellen Booth, concerning Lucas's troubling behavior. Although hesitant, Ellen agrees to visit the Weaver residence, ultimately leading to catastrophic consequences.

Weaver residence
8

Ellen's Brutal Murder

Tragedy strikes when Ellen Booth is brutally murdered by Frank, now transformed into the wendigo. This violent eruption marks a turning point in the narrative, showcasing the full horror of Frank's transformation.

Weaver residence
9

Clint Owens's Attack

As tensions escalate, Clint Owens, a school bully, is attacked by Frank, who has fully succumbed to the wendigo. This attack emphasizes the dire reality that no one in Cispus Falls is safe from the emerging threats.

10

Julia's Investigation

Determined to uncover the truth, Julia persuades Paul that the disappearances of Ellen and Clint are connected to Frank. Their brief investigation, however, leads to no solid evidence, leaving Julia frustrated and deeply concerned.

11

Lucas's Hospitalization

After Lucas is hospitalized due to malnutrition and abuse resulting from Frank’s transformation, Julia and Paul face a moral dilemma concerning his custody. Julia's protective instincts lead her to seek legal custody, highlighting the struggle between family ties and safety.

Hospital
12

Stokes's Revelation

Julia, with Paul's reluctant support, consults Warren Stokes, who shares ancient lore about the wendigo curse. While Paul dismisses the supernatural, Julia insists on the reality of Frank’s change, suggesting he might come for them.

13

Daniel LeCroy's Investigation

In a tense moment, Daniel LeCroy is killed while investigating unexplainable noises, escalating the fear among the townspeople. This incident reinforces the danger posed by the wendigo and heightens the urgency of Julia's mission.

14

Confrontation with the Wendigo

Julia confronts the wendigo in a climactic showdown, driven by a fierce desire to save Lucas and Aiden. In a desperate act, she aids Lucas in dispatching the creature, but not without significant emotional and physical toll.

15

Aiden's Transformation

In a heartbreaking final act, Julia witnesses Aiden’s transformation into a wendigo. Faced with the unbearable choice of saving or ending Aiden's life, she makes the tragic decision to end his suffering, showcasing deep emotional pain and sacrifice.

Weaver residence
16

A New Beginning

In the aftermath, Julia and Paul decide to care for Lucas, bringing some semblance of hope amidst the horror they faced. However, Paul struggles with the lingering effects of their trauma, uncertain about the curse that might still haunt their lives.

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 22:00

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