Bunny Lake Is Missing

Bunny Lake Is Missing

Year: 1965

Runtime: 107 min

Language: English

Director: Otto Preminger

MysteryThriller

A mother's life unravels when her daughter mysteriously disappears from a London nursery. Ann Lake and her journalist brother investigate the vanishing, uncovering a complex network of secrets and lies. Their search reveals unsettling truths about Ann's past and casts doubt on those closest to her, leading them down a twisting path filled with suspicion and unexpected revelations.

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1

Ann Relocates to England

Young Ann Lake moves from America to England with her protective brother Stephen. Their relationship is tightly knit, with Stephen being excessively attentive toward Ann, establishing the foundation for future conflict.

England
2

Bunny's First Day at School

On the day Ann is set to enroll her daughter Bunny in a private school, she drops Bunny off in the room for new students. Ann entrusts Bunny to the care of the school's German Cook while she attends to personal errands.

Private School
3

Bunny Goes Missing

Upon returning to the school at noon, Ann is devastated to learn that no one can find Bunny. She questions Elvira, a staff member, but no concrete answers materialize, escalating her distress.

Private School
4

Stephen Confronts Staff

Frustrated with the lack of information, Stephen arrives and challenges Elvira for more clarity about Bunny's disappearance. Tensions rise as the situation unfolds, intensifying Ann's fears.

Private School
5

Police Investigation Starts

Superintendent Newhouse comes to investigate the troubling case of the missing child. He gathers information from those present, including Ada Ford, while trying to make sense of the unclear situation.

Private School
6

Doubts About Ann's Story

As Newhouse assesses the situation, doubts regarding Ann's credibility begin to surface. The mysterious absence of Bunny and the vanishing Cook lead him to question whether Bunny ever existed.

Private School
7

Ann's Desperate Search

In a race against time, Ann seeks evidence of Bunny's existence while dealing with her unsettling landlord Wilson. The police also conduct inquiries into his background during their investigation.

8

Claim Check Revelation

In a moment of desperation, Ann remembers a claim check for a doll hospital that had repaired Bunny's doll. Determined to prove Bunny's existence, she informs Stephen of her plan to visit the hospital.

Doll Hospital
9

Confrontation at the Doll Shop

Arriving at the doll shop, Ann finds it surprisingly unlocked and retrieves Bunny's doll. However, she is startled when Stephen, who has been secretly stalking her, reacts violently by burning the doll.

Doll Hospital
10

Stephen's Outburst

After burning the doll, Stephen assaults Ann, leaving her unconscious. This shocking act underscores his increasingly unstable mental state and sets the stage for further chaos.

Doll Hospital
11

Ann's Escape

Despite the attack, Ann manages to escape and sets out to confront Stephen, determined to rescue Bunny. Her journey leads her to the secluded home they had first shared back in England.

Secluded House
12

The Truth About Stephen

At the house, Ann uncovers the shocking truth: Stephen is the kidnapper, driven by his obsession with her. He now views Bunny as a threat to their dangerously intertwined relationship.

Secluded House
13

Desperate Games

In an attempt to buy time and protect Bunny, Ann engages Stephen in nostalgic children's games, creating a diversion. Her cleverness allows her to evade Stephen while trying to secure Bunny's safety.

Secluded House
14

Police Arrival

Just as the situation becomes increasingly dire, Newhouse and the police arrive on the scene. They apprehend Stephen, halting his dangerous actions and bringing the immediate threat to Bunny to an end.

Secluded House
15

Evidence of Bunny's Existence

Following the arrest, the police manage to retrieve critical evidence proving Bunny's existence through travel records from their journey to England. This information not only confirms Ann's story but also brings resolution to the case.

Police Station

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 23:13

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