House of Good and Evil

The story unfolds in modern times, with the characters relying on cell phones, a generator, and downed telephone lines in a remote setting. The constant storms and aging infrastructure place the action in a present-day rural environment. Technology and isolation shape the mood and choices of the couple as they attempt to rebuild their life.

A large house on the edge of rural Virginia sits in a quiet, storm-battered landscape. The property has been converted into a duplex, isolating the residents from neighbors and utilities while frequent storms drive up costs and demand self-sufficiency. The old architecture and creeping vines hint at secrets kept behind the locked doors.

💔 Grief

Maggie’s miscarriage drives a deep, destabilizing grief that colors her perceptions and relationships. The locked room, the vine-wrapped imagery, and the shrine to the lost baby externalize her inner sorrow. As trust breaks down, reality and fantasy begin to blur, fueling paranoia and destructive actions.

🌫️ Isolation

Separated from the outside world by storms, the broken phone lines, and the remote house, Maggie and Chris drift apart. The lack of reliable connectivity heightens fear and miscommunication, making every noise in the trees feel personal. The setting itself becomes a pressure cooker that intensifies their emotional distance.

⚔️ Domestic Conflict

Marital tension erupts into accusations of violence and control. The couple’s arguments escalate, culminating in a confrontation that mirrors the power struggle between Maggie and Chris. Physical threats, secrecy, and fear push the situation toward deadly outcomes.

👁️ Ambiguous Reality

The film unsettles by blurring the line between haunting and psychological breakdown. Maggie’s frightening experiences may reflect grief rather than a supernatural presence. The ending suggests that what’s real may be as unstable as Maggie’s perception, leaving the truth open to interpretation.