Girl

Girl

Year: 2020

Runtime: 92 min

Language: English

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A daughter returns to her small hometown seeking justice against her abusive father, but finds he has become a target in a deadly game. As she investigates, buried family secrets are revealed, hinting at a disturbing legacy. She must confront not only her father's past actions but also a sinister inheritance that puts her own life in danger, forcing her to unravel a web of deception and violence.

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1

Marie is Rushed to the Hospital

In a frantic rush, a teen girl named Marie is being taken to the hospital by a man and a woman. The man warns the woman to keep silent about the urgency of the situation, suggesting that something suspicious is at play.

Hospital
2

Sara's Rebellion

Sara, a rebellious daughter, sneaks out to a bonfire with her motorcycle-riding boyfriend, Chris. They share an intimate moment as Chris sings to Sara, expressing his love for her.

Bonfire
3

Conflict at Home

When Sara returns home the next morning, her father Don angrily confronts her, insisting she must abide by his rules. She and her sister Amy plan to move out when Sara turns 18, sparking Don's obsessive need to control her.

Home
4

Sara is Imprisoned

Don tricks Sara into helping him in the basement and locks her inside the bomb shelter. He soundproofs the room, leaving her trapped with no chance of escape as she begins her harrowing ordeal.

Day 1 Bomb Shelter
5

Sara's Struggle for Survival

Sara's situation grows dire as she is forced to use pots for sanitation and continually tries to scream for help. Don claims he is punishing her for her behavior, brutalizing her in the process.

Day 3 Bomb Shelter
6

The Police are Called

Renee, believing that Sara has run away, seeks help from the police. Unfortunately, they dismiss her concerns, assuming Sara is simply a runaway since she is of legal age.

Police Station
7

Sara's Birthday

On the 21st day of captivity, Don attempts to celebrate Sara's birthday by bringing her a cake. When she asks for freedom, he callously dismisses her and suggests she needs to earn other privileges.

Day 21 Bomb Shelter
8

Sara's Attempt to Escape

Sara tries to defend herself against Don's advances by crafting a weapon and assaults him. However, he overpowers her, leading to more violence and suffering.

Day 38 Bomb Shelter
9

Birth of Marie

After nearly a year in captivity, Sara gives birth to her daughter, Marie, with no medical help. She faces the overwhelming challenge of motherhood while remaining confined to the basement.

Day 354 Bomb Shelter
10

Life in Captivity

Years later, Sara and her children spend their days locked in the basement. They create a fragile family unit, but their emotional and physical scars continue to deepen as Don's control tightens.

Year 7 Bomb Shelter
11

Sara's Third Child

Sara gives birth to her third child, a boy named Thomas, and desperately tries to convince Don to leave the baby with someone who can care for him. She leaves a note asking for help.

Bomb Shelter
12

Digging for Freedom

Sara and her children make a daring attempt to dig their way out of captivity. They uncover a path that leads toward the surface, all while the emotional stakes rise higher than ever.

17 Years Bomb Shelter
13

The Medical Emergency

Marie suffers from a severe asthma attack, prompting Sara to beg Don for help. This incident leads them back to the hospital, where the shocking truth of their lives begins to unravel.

20 Years Hospital
14

Truth Revealed

Once Sara reveals the horrifying reality of their situation to a doctor, Don is arrested and faces the consequences of his actions. The family learns the devastating truth about their past.

Hospital
15

A New Beginning

Sara reconnects with Chris, her first love, as they share a picnic. They reminisce about their hopes for the future, and Sara takes the first steps toward healing after years of confinement.

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Last Updated: May 12, 2025 at 07:03

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