Insidious: The Red Door

The ending of Insidious: The Red Door reveals the long-standing connection between Josh and Dalton, emphasizing the importance of facing past trauma to heal. Throughout the film, Dalton uncovers shocking truths about their family’s history—particularly that Josh’s father, Ben Burton, suffered from schizophrenia and had a tragic history of traveling to The Further before taking his own life. These dark family secrets are intertwined with the supernatural horror that haunts both Josh and Dalton, especially the influence of the Lipstick Demon, a malevolent entity that has possessed Dalton’s body.

In the climax, Dalton’s memories of that pivotal night when he was 10 are uncovered, revealing that Josh had tried to kill his family after succumbing to the demonic influence, a truth that Renai had hidden to protect her children. Feeling betrayed and overwhelmed, Dalton attempts to confront the demon and the past by painting his fears—specifically the door with his father holding a hammer, symbolizing the trauma inflicted that night. Meanwhile, Josh must navigate The Further to rescue Dalton, who has been taken over by the Lipstick Demon. With Josh’s help, Dalton fights to overcome the demon’s hold, leading to a tense struggle in The Further where Josh breaks the chains binding Dalton, ultimately forcing the demon to retreat.

In the end, Dalton successfully seals the door to The Further by covering it in black paint, symbolizing his attempt to block out the darkness and trauma. Josh and Dalton share a meaningful moment, recognizing that they need to confront their pain to move forward. Josh’s encounter with his deceased father in The Further is especially poignant, as he realizes that his father has always been with him, guiding and supporting him, even from beyond. With the demon defeated and the door sealed, both father and son find some peace, understanding that healing involves facing and accepting their painful past. The film closes with Dalton hanging a painting of his father saving him from The Further, symbolizing hope and reconciliation, and Elise’s parting words hint at more stories yet to come, leaving the door open for future chapters in the franchise.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:58