It Feeds

The ending of It Feeds reveals how the cycle of trauma and evil can be broken through confronting and accepting the darkness within ourselves. Cynthia, who has psychic abilities that allow her to access people’s minds, finally confronts the malevolent demon that has been feeding on the traumas of various victims over the years. Throughout the story, it’s shown that this creature feeds off pain and despair, transferring from person to person, growing stronger with each new host. The devastating history of her family — her wife, Samantha, and her daughter, Riley, both succumbing to the demon’s influence — illustrates how deeply rooted this evil is. Riley’s death at the hands of her father, Randall, was ultimately an attempt to stop the demon from feeding on her, but it only perpetuated the cycle. Randall, who was haunted by the loss of his wife and daughter, had sought to contain the creature by kidnapping and sacrificing others, believing he could starve it to death.

Cynthia’s investigation reveals that the demon originated from her wife’s work overseas, likely passed on from a dying patient. This recurring pattern suggests that the creature is an entity formed from accumulated human trauma — embedded in the darkest corners of the mind and feeding on unresolved pain. The trauma of Daniel’s suicide, which Jordan witnessed as a child, is particularly significant; it resides in the attic where he hanged himself, tying the monster to her own deep-seated fears and grief.

The climax sees Cynthia confront the demon within Jordan’s mind, and through her supernatural psychotherapy, she manages to weaken and ultimately destroy the creature. Jordan, who has inherited her parents’ talents, bravely ventures into her nightmare, reclaims her memories, and symbolizes her emotional healing. She shines through her trauma, breaking free from her past as she loosens the rope from her father’s hanging and watches his body disappear, signifying that she is finally letting go of her haunting memories.

The final scenes depict mother and daughter working together to overcome their shared past. Cynthia revisits Jordan’s subconscious, entering a brighter, more hopeful mental space where the trauma no longer dominates. Jordan’s young self sits outside her house, appearing free from her past burdens. The film ends on a note of catharsis—showing that accepting and confronting one’s pain can lead to healing, and that evil, rooted in human suffering, can be defeated if faced head-on. It suggests that while the demons may return, the courage to confront them is what ultimately frees us from their hold.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 09:03