Come to Daddy

Come to Daddy

Year: 2020

Runtime: 96 min

Language: English

Director: Ant Timpson

ThrillerHorrorComedy

A man accustomed to a life of privilege inherits a remote coastal property from a father he never knew. Seeking connection, he travels to the isolated retreat, but soon discovers a disturbing and sinister history surrounding his family. Confronted with unsettling secrets and lies, he must confront his father's dark past and the toxic legacy that has shaped his family, ultimately facing a reckoning that challenges everything he believes to be true.

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1

Norval Receives a Letter

Norval Greenwood, a musician living in a luxurious Beverly Hills mansion with his mother, is taken by surprise when he receives a letter from his long-absent father. This unexpected invitation prompts him to reconnect with a parent he hasn't seen since childhood.

Beverly Hills, California
2

Journey to the Cabin

Curious and hopeful, Norval decides to travel to a remote cabin on the Oregon coast to meet his father. His excitement builds as he embarks on this journey, wanting to understand more about the man who abandoned him and uncover the truths of his past.

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3

First Meeting with Father

Upon arrival, Norval is greeted warmly by his father, who seems to be putting on a congenial front. However, as they talk, underlying tensions begin to surface, hinting at a troubled relationship that has yet to be addressed.

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4

Confession Turns Sour

Norval confesses to a previous suicide attempt, seeking understanding and connection with his father. Instead of compassion, Brian's demeanor shifts shockingly, as he becomes aggressive and verbally assaults Norval, revealing an unexpected and darker side.

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5

Violent Confrontation

The atmosphere quickly deteriorates as Brian violently attacks Norval with a meat cleaver. In the chaos of their confrontation, Brian suffers a heart attack and dies suddenly, leaving Norval alone to grapple with this harrowing turn of events.

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6

Death and Decisions

In the wake of his father's death, Norval is confronted with an unusual predicament; he must keep Brian's embalmed body within the cabin due to space issues at the local morgue. This bizarre situation forces Norval to deal with both his grief and shock over recent events.

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7

Mysterious Noises

As Norval tries to cope with his father's body, he begins to hear unsettling noises echoing through the cabin. These disturbances add to his growing sense of unease, amplifying the already tense and surreal atmosphere he finds himself in.

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8

Discovery of the Photo Album

While looking for answers, Norval discovers a concealed family photo album. His shock deepens as he realizes the man he believed to be his father is not actually related to him, leading to a quest for the truth about his real family.

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9

The Hidden Bunker

Driven by his revelations, Norval uncovers a hidden hatch that opens to a bunker beneath the cabin. Inside, he finds his actual father bloodied and chained, which shocks him and sets off a series of events that will change everything.

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10

Taking Down Michael

Norval's biological father instructs him to eliminate a man named Michael, who poses a threat to them both. In a moment of familial obligation mixed with fear, Norval must now engage in a violent confrontation that complicates his already tumultuous life.

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11

Conflict with Garfield

The tension escalates further when Garfield Wilson, another of Brian's former accomplices, shows up at the cabin intent on killing Norval. In a frantic struggle for survival, Norval retaliates and kills Garfield, marking a dark turning point in his desperate fight for life.

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12

Jethro's Revenge

After successfully escaping harm, Norval's troubles are not over. Jethro returns to seek revenge with a flaming crossbow, creating a high-stakes situation that places both Norval and his mother in grave danger.

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13

Confrontation at the Motel

Norval and Brian try to escape, leading to a confrontation at a motel where they face off against Jethro. In a desperate bid to sabotage Jethro's escape plan, Norval takes drastic action, but not without severe consequences.

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14

The Final Standoff

As the stakes rise, Jethro reveals dark truths about his relationship with Norval's mother. In a final clash, Norval manages to fend off Jethro but is gravely injured in the process, highlighting the depths of their conflict.

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15

A Heartfelt Farewell

Wounded and emotionally exhausted, Norval returns to the cabin where he lays next to his father's remains. In a moment of reflective sorrow, he apologizes for not being there for his mother, as a lingering connection with Brian suggests a bittersweet resolution to their troubled relationship.

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Last Updated: November 08, 2024 at 02:11

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