Flowers in the Attic

Flowers in the Attic

Year: 1987

Runtime: 93 min

Language: English

Director: Jeffrey Bloom

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Following the sudden death of their father, four young siblings are forced to live with their cruel and manipulative grandmother. Confined to a secret room in the attic, they discover a dark family history and a sinister plot that threatens their very existence. As they struggle to uncover the truth and find a way to escape, the children must confront the secrets that bind them together and the dangers that lurk within their own family.

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1

The Dollanganger Family's Peaceful Life

In the charming town of Gladstone, Pennsylvania, the Dollanganger family, consisting of Christopher, Corrine, and their three children, lived a happy and serene existence. This tranquility, however, would soon be shattered by a tragic event that changed their lives forever.

Gladstone, Pennsylvania
2

Christopher's Untimely Death

The family's world crumbles when Christopher Sr. dies in a car crash, leaving Corrine struggling under the weight of financial troubles and potential foreclosure. This devastating loss forces her to confront her family's future and her own painful past.

3

Corrine's Confession

In her moment of desperation, Corrine reveals to her children a secret about her estranged relationship with her wealthy father, Malcolm Foxworth. As Malcolm's health declines, she decides to return to Foxworth Hall in Virginia to seek his help, despite the risks involved.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
4

Children Confined

As the family arrives at Foxworth Hall, Corrine confronts the dilemma of keeping her children hidden from her father. She confines them to an upstairs room, promising they will not be there long, but the situation quickly escalates as their grandmother imposes severe restrictions.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
5

The Grandmother's Harsh Rules

The oppressive atmosphere in the house deepens as the grandmother enforces strict rules of modesty and forbids the children from seeing their mother. Corrine's visits become infrequent, leaving the children isolated and longing for their once joyful lives.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
6

Cathy and Chris Find Solace

In the suffocating confines of the house, Cathy and Chris seek refuge in the attic, turning it into a sanctuary adorned with paper flowers. Their creativity becomes a beacon of hope amidst despair, yet time stretches on with little sign of freedom.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
7

Escalating Tensions

As years pass, Cathy and Chris navigate their adolescence in a deteriorating situation. Their grandmother’s increasing scrutiny and brutal punishments lead to severe hunger, further exacerbating the children’s predicament and testing their emotional resilience.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
8

Desperate Escape Plan

Plagued by hunger, Cathy and Chris hatch a plan to flee Foxworth Hall with the twins, yearning for freedom beyond the oppressive walls. Their hopes are briefly reignited when the grandmother unexpectedly brings treats, but the relief is short-lived.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
9

Corrine's Return

After a prolonged absence, Corrine reappears, detailing her extravagant life in Europe with her new husband, Bart Winslow. This betrayal fuels the children's anger and worry, especially regarding the deteriorating health of the twins.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
10

The Tragedy of Cory

The family's turmoil reaches a climax when the youngest twin, Cory, falls gravely ill. Cathy’s outrage over Corrine's refusal to seek help leads to a desperate threat to expose their existence, highlighting the fractured dynamics of the family.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
11

Devastating Loss

After reluctantly seeking medical attention, Corrine returns with the heart-wrenching news of Cory's death. The remaining siblings are devastated, engulfed by grief and burdened with feelings of guilt over their inability to save him.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
12

Unveiling Dark Secrets

In a search for answers, Chris discovers that Corrine and Bart have fled Foxworth Hall, leaving them entirely forgotten. Further revelations expose the grandmother's malevolent role in Cory’s death and the family’s ongoing suffering.

Foxworth Hall, Virginia
13

The Escape

Faced with the trauma of their past, Chris, Cathy, and the surviving twin finally plot their escape from Foxworth Hall. They board a train to Florida, each step forward a testament to their endurance and desire for a new beginning.

Train Station
14

A New Resolve

As they travel, Chris reveals to Cathy that their mother forfeited her inheritance because of her children from a previous marriage. This revelation shifts their blame towards Corrine, fuelling Cathy’s determination to seek justice for their lost lives.

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