Friend Request

Friend Request

Year: 2017

Runtime: 92 min

Language: English

Director: Simon Verhoeven

ThrillerHorror

When college socialite Laura accepts an online friendship request from outcast Marina, she unwittingly unleashes a malevolent force that escalates into a chilling game of revenge. As Marina's twisted presence manifests on Laura's Facebook page, her real-life friends begin to perish in gruesome ways, forcing Laura to unravel the sinister connection and break the curse before it claims her next victim.

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Timeline – Friend Request (2017)
Trace every key event in Friend Request (2017) 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

Laura's Popularity

Laura Woodson is introduced as a popular student with an extensive online presence, boasting 800 Facebook friends. She enjoys a vibrant social life with her friends Olivia, Isabelle, and her boyfriend Gustavo, showcasing the significance of social media in her world.

2

The Friend Request

Laura receives a friend request from Marina Mills, a classmate known for her negative online persona. Despite warnings from her instincts, Laura accepts the request, sparking an unexpected friendship that quickly becomes unsettling.

3

Birthday Party Conflict

Marina requests to join Laura's birthday celebration, prompting Laura to fabricate a story about it being a private gathering with only Tyler. This deception leads to a confrontation when Marina discovers the truth, revealing her emotional instability.

4

Marina's Suicide

Tragedy strikes when Laura learns of Marina's suicide, which spreads panic across campus. As Laura grapples with guilt and confusion about her role in Marina's life, the haunting effects of the situation begin to manifest.

5

Haunting Video

Laura is startled by a chilling video that appears on her Facebook page, where Marina depicts her own death and includes a disturbing portrayal of Laura in flames. This unsettling revelation leaves Laura feeling increasingly vulnerable and tormented.

6

Gustavo's Plight

Marina's malevolent spirit targets Gustavo, leading to his distress and subsequent hospitalization. In an effort to protect him, Isabelle intervenes but soon discovers that Laura is still entangled in a web of supernatural horrors.

Hospital
7

Investigation Begins

Determined to unravel the mystery, Laura and her friend Kobe sneak into Marina's dormitory. There, they find a photograph hinting at Marina's troubling childhood in an orphanage, which drives them to investigate her past further.

Marina's Dormitory
8

Revelation at the Orphanage

Laura visits the abandoned orphanage, uncovering Marina's true identity as Nedifar and the dark history of abuse she suffered. The haunting legacy of Marina's childhood begins to link back to the paranormal events affecting their lives.

Abandoned Orphanage
9

Dark Legends Uncovered

Kobe delves into the folklore surrounding black mirrors, believed to be tools of witchcraft. His research connects Marina’s tragic story with the supernatural forces manipulating their reality, escalating the conflict at hand.

10

Friends Fall to Marina's Influence

As the situation deteriorates, Isabelle and Olivia both fall victim to Marina's ghostly presence, deepening Laura's despair. Each loss adds weight to Laura's determination to stop the cycle of horror ravaging her social group.

11

Location of Tragedy Found

Laura and Kobe embark on a harrowing journey to uncover the site where Marina fell into despair. This cursed location linked to the black mirror holds the key to understanding Marina’s transformation into a vengeful spirit.

12

Betrayal and Panic

In a moment of crisis, Kobe's mental state declines, leading to a betrayal against Laura when he attacks her. This intense confrontation forces Laura to flee, further complicating their fight against Marina's lingering darkness.

13

The Dark Factory Revelation

Laura discovers that Marina's tragic end took place in an abandoned factory, a pivotal revelation in her quest for answers. This knowledge underlines the urgency of their situation as the ghostly torment continues to escalate.

Abandoned Factory
14

Tyler Becomes a Victim

Despite Laura’s best efforts, Tyler falls prey to Marina's vengeful spirit. The looming danger intensifies as each confrontation draws them closer to the inevitable climax of the haunting saga.

15

Final Confrontation

In a climactic showdown, Laura faces the grotesque embodiment of Marina's spirit. The encounter leaves Laura irrevocably changed, as she now bears an unsettling resemblance to Marina, hinting at the continuation of the torment.

Last Updated: November 19, 2024 at 20:16

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