Blackout

Blackout

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 44 m

Language: Italian

Echo Score: 32

Budget: $12M

Horror

As lunar cycles intensify primal fears, a talented but troubled artist becomes convinced that his artwork reflects a disturbing change within himself. With each full moon, the boundary between reality and nightmare grows increasingly thin, suggesting a monstrous transformation and the potential for a terrifying, external threat.

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Timeline – Blackout (2024)

Trace every key event in Blackout (2024) 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

Investigation Begins

DEA agent Ethan McCoy investigates a charred house, searching for John Cain. Tensions arise as McCoy is pursued by armed foes just as Cain escapes the scene.

Charred House
2

Cain Awakens in Hospital

John Cain awakens in a Mexican hospital, suffering from memory loss. He meets Anna, who claims to be his wife, and Eddie, a friend who promises to help him restore his memories.

Mexican Hospital
3

Eddie's Threats

Eddie, revealing himself as a drug dealer, threatens Cain's doctor to prevent memory restoration. This sets the stage for a clash between Cain's recovery and Eddie's dangerous influence.

Mexican Hospital
4

Memory Fragments

As Anna shares Cain's birth date, fragments of his memory begin to surface. Simultaneously, he begins to suspect that Anna might not be the person she claims to be.

Mexican Hospital
5

Attempted Escape

Reacting to his fragmented memories, Cain attempts to flee the hospital with Anna. They are pursued by Eddie's crew, escalating the tension and stakes of their escape.

Mexican Hospital
6

Confronting Truth

Inside the hospital, Cain confronts Anna about her identity, believing she is deceiving him. The confrontation leads to a frenzied fight with Eddie's men.

Mexican Hospital
7

Discovery of a Stolen Case

During the chaos, Cain finds clues regarding a mysterious case he possessed prior to his ordeal. The case, stolen from cartel leader General Mondejo, holds vital secrets.

Mexican Hospital
8

Contacting McCoy

Cain manages to contact DEA agent McCoy, who reveals his undercover role in Eddie's organization. This revelation complicates Cain's understanding of his own identity.

Mexican Hospital
9

The Case's Importance

McCoy discloses the contents of the stolen case, detailing names and addresses of influential figures. The significance of the information raises the stakes for everyone involved.

10

Anna's CIA Claims

Anna insists that Cain was recruited by the CIA for a critical mission. This revelation blurs the lines between hero and villain, complicating Cain's struggle for self-identity.

11

Anna Recovers the Case

In a pivotal moment, Anna successfully retrieves the case, intensifying their conflict with Eddie's crew. Its sensitive information could destabilize global order, raising the stakes.

12

Final Confrontation

In an explosive climax, Cain and Anna confront McCoy and his men. Despite sustaining injuries, they manage to escape with the case, but not without revealing deeper betrayals.

13

Cain's Decision

Realizing the dangerous information in the case cannot fall into the wrong hands, Cain resolves to conceal it until absolutely necessary. This demonstrates his evolution and sense of responsibility.

14

The Chase Continues

Caught in a web of power, corruption, and the chase between alliances, Cain faces the implications of his choices. The relentless pursuit for the truth propels him forward.

Last Updated: October 24, 2024 at 08:48

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