Assassination Nation

Assassination Nation

Year: 2018

Runtime: 108 min

Language: English

Director: Sam Levinson

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When an anonymous hacker reveals the private secrets of a group of high school friends, their small town descends into a chaotic spiral of judgment and revenge. Lily and her companions find themselves caught in a dangerous game as their lives unravel and they struggle to protect themselves from the escalating fallout. Facing public scrutiny and increasingly hostile encounters, they must confront the dark side of social media and fight to survive a terrifying night.

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1

Unusual Events Begin

In the quaint town of Salem, MA, strange occurrences start to unfold as residents begin wearing bizarre masks. High school senior Lily Coulson narrates the chaos, expressing her disbelief and concern over how her community has seemingly lost its sanity.

Salem, MA
2

Lily's Ordinary Life

Lily reflects on her once ordinary life surrounded by her close friends Bex, Em, and Sarah. Their bond is evident, but tensions begin to surface as they navigate their relationships and personal issues.

3

Bex's Heartbreak

While attending a party, Bex has an intimate encounter with her crush Diamond, only to be abandoned by him shortly thereafter. Heartbroken, she confides her feelings of betrayal to her friends, setting the stage for further drama.

Night Party Location
4

Mayor Bartlett's Fall

The town is rocked when Mayor Bartlett is exposed for engaging in scandalous behavior, which includes interacting with male escorts. His public humiliation leads to a desperate suicide attempt at a conference, leaving the community in shock.

Conference Hall
5

Art Controversy at School

Lily is summoned by Principal Turrell to discuss the controversy surrounding her artwork that depicts nude figures. Despite her claims of empowerment, the principal faces his own scandal when his personal images are hacked and exposed.

School
6

Nude Photo Scandal

The chaos escalates when cheerleader Reagan maliciously shares nude photos of her friend Grace, resulting in a violent confrontation between the two. Grace's retaliatory actions lead to her arrest, highlighting the breakdown of social order.

School
7

Lily's Secret Exposed

It is revealed that 'Daddy' is actually Nick Mathers, the neighbor for whom Lily babysits. The release of their intimate photos sends shockwaves through the community, resulting in a violent reaction from Lily's boyfriend, Mark.

8

Lily's Defense

As Lily walks through the town grappling with shame, she becomes the target of mocking local men. In a moment of survival instinct, she successfully defends herself by striking one of her assailants with a shovel, showcasing her resilience.

Town Streets
9

Marty's Interrogation

During the rising chaos, townsfolk wrongly target a young boy named Marty, believing he is behind the hacks. Under pressure, he names Lily as the mastermind, leading to violent repercussions as the mob turns against him.

10

Invasion at Em's Home

Masked intruders invade Em's home, instigating a brutal struggle for survival. Em's mother Nance valiantly attempts to protect her family but ultimately becomes a victim amid the increasing chaos.

Em's Home
11

Lily's Escape

Lily seeks refuge at Nick's house, only to uncover his sinister intentions. After a tense confrontation, she manages to escape, arming herself with his weapons to prepare for a showdown.

Nick's House
12

The Daring Rescue

Gathering her courage, Lily confronts the men holding her friends captive. In an act of bravery, she executes a daring rescue, demonstrating her commitment to her friends amid overwhelming odds.

13

Girls Unite Against Oppressors

In a climactic battle, the girls join forces against their captors. They confront their oppressors, unleashing their fury and reclaiming their agency in the wake of the turmoil that has befallen their town.

14

Rallying the Neighborhood

Lily takes the initiative to rally all the girls in the neighborhood, encouraging them to rise against the chaos. An army forms as they prepare to fight back against the masked perpetrators terrorizing their community.

Neighborhood
15

True Instigator Revealed

In the aftermath of the crisis, Lily's parents learn from detectives that their child may have had a part in the chaos. Ultimately, the true instigator of the hacks is revealed to be Lily's brother, Donny, leaving the family in disbelief.

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