Invisible Life

Invisible Life

Year: 2019

Runtime: 139 min

Language: Portuguese

Director: Karim Ainouz

Drama

In 1950s Rio de Janeiro, two inseparable sisters, Eurídice and Guida, defy tradition as they chase their dreams: piano virtuosity for Eurídice, romantic freedom for Guida. When family forces them apart, they forge new paths, yet remain bound by a shared spirit of hope and longing, determined to reunite in this poignant tale of sisterly devotion and self-discovery.

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Timeline – Invisible Life (2019)
Trace every key event in Invisible Life (2019) 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

Cecilia's Escape

Cecilia Kass finds herself trapped in a volatile relationship with Adrian Griffin, an affluent optics engineer. In a desperate bid for freedom, she drugs Adrian and flees from his fortified home with the help of her younger sister, Emily.

Adrian's home
2

Adrian's 'Suicide'

Just two weeks after her escape, Cecilia is hit with shocking news: Adrian has apparently committed suicide and left her $5 million. Adrian's brother Tom manages the legal matters, but Cecilia feels uneasy about the circumstances surrounding his death.

Two weeks after escape
3

Strange Occurrences Begin

After learning of Adrian's death, Cecilia starts experiencing bizarre and unsettling events that lead her to believe that Adrian is not truly dead. While her friend James reassures her that her fears stem from trauma, she grows increasingly paranoid.

Cecilia's home
4

Mysterious Job Interview Incident

During a job interview, Cecilia notices her portfolio has been mysteriously altered, leading her to faint unexpectedly. A medical examination reveals alarming levels of diazepam in her system, suggesting she is being targeted.

Job interview location
5

Evidence of Adrian's Return

Cecilia discovers the bloodied diazepam bottle she used on Adrian in her own bathroom, intensifying her fears that he is still alive. She confronts Tom about her suspicions but is met with disbelief when she suggests he may have faked his death.

Cecilia's bathroom
6

Sydney's Attack

Tension escalates when an unseen assailant strikes Sydney, James's teenage daughter, leading to confusion and fear. This incident solidifies Cecilia's belief that she is being stalked by Adrian, even if no one else shares her conviction.

James's home
7

Paint Trap Discovery

In a desperate attempt to expose the invisible threat, Cecilia dumps paint down the attic trap door and successfully reveals an unseen figure in her home. A fierce struggle ensues, but she manages to escape alive.

Adrian's attic
8

Infiltrating Adrian's Lab

Cecilia bravely infiltrates Adrian's laboratory, where she discovers another invisible bodysuit, confirming her worst fears. However, chaos erupts once more when the invisible presence attacks her, leaving her desperate for safety.

Adrian's lab
9

Betrayal at the Restaurant

Meeting Emily at a restaurant for support turns into a nightmare when Cecilia witnesses Emily's brutal murder, with a knife placed in Cecilia's own hand. This shocking event frames her as the prime suspect and deepens her struggle for freedom.

Restaurant
10

Confinement and Pregnancy Revelation

While confined to a psychiatric hospital awaiting trial, Cecilia learns she is pregnant, a shocking twist that adds another layer to her horrific reality. Tom offers her a deal to drop the charges if she returns to Adrian, leaving her horrified.

Psychiatric hospital
11

Confrontation Plans

Determined to confront her invisible adversary, Cecilia devises a plan to lure him out. She prepares herself for a chilling showdown where she hopes to finally reveal the truth behind Adrian's stalking.

12

Showdown with the Invisible Figure

In a heart-pounding moment, Cecilia manages to stab the invisible figure during their confrontation, causing the suit's visibility to falter. However, just as help arrives, the figure escapes, threatening her loved ones in a final act of revenge.

James's home
13

Revelation of the True Culprit

After rushing to James's home and discovering the figure attacking him and Sydney, Cecilia shoots the assailant only to find out it was Tom all along, concealed within the invisibility suit. This revelation sends shockwaves through her strategy for survival.

James's home
14

Final Encounter with Adrian

The police storm Adrian’s home and uncover him tied up, claiming Tom held him captive. Despite this apparent resolution, Cecilia is left uneasy, believing Adrian orchestrated the entire situation to manipulate everyone involved.

Adrian's home
15

Cecilia's Final Farewell

In a tense confrontation, Cecilia seeks a confession from Adrian while secretly recording the encounter. As he shifts the blame to Tom and reveals his change of perspective, she uses his own words against him, leaving with a chilling 'surprise' that hints at her true feelings.

Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 11:42

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