Jessabelle

Jessie's life is irrevocably altered when her partner, Mark, dies unexpectedly in a tragic accident. This heartbreaking event not only claims his life but also results in the loss of Jessie's pregnancy, leaving her emotionally shattered and grappling with overwhelming grief.

Two months after the accident, Jessie relocates to St. Francisville, Louisiana, to live with her estranged father, Leon. This move stirs up a mix of nostalgia and sorrow as she settles into her late mother Kate's old bedroom, where memories flood back, encompassing both love and loss.

While sorting through her mother's belongings, Jessie uncovers a box containing four videotapes made by Kate. As she watches these tapes, she begins to understand her mother’s life, her deep mysticism, and the lessons about life and death that were woven into Kate's words.

As Jessie delves into her past through the tapes, she starts sensing a haunting presence around her. Visions of a gaunt woman with black hair begin to plague her, manifesting her fears and doubts that her reality is entwined with supernatural elements.

Concerned for Jessie's well-being, Leon tries to intervene by destroying one of the tapes. However, this act backfires spectacularly, culminating in Jessie’s wheelchair rolling into the bayou, symbolizing a chaotic struggle against the dark forces surrounding them.

Despite her father's attempts to suppress the past, Jessie’s desire to understand her mother and the supernatural happenings only grows stronger. She continues to watch the tapes, revealing more about her family's history and the ominous occurrences surrounding her life.

During a physical therapy session, Jessie experiences terrifying visions once more, coming face-to-face with the ghostly woman. Leon dismisses her fears, claiming they are rooted in grief, but Jessie feels an unyielding connection to her mother’s spirit.

In a shocking turn of events, Leon's desperate attempt to shield Jessie from the supernatural leads to his gruesome death in the shed. This devastating loss leaves Jessie alone to confront the malevolent forces that have invaded her life.

At her father's funeral, Jessie unexpectedly reconnects with Preston, an old friend who offers his support. However, their reunion is soon overshadowed by the alarming sight of Vaughan Wilson, a disfigured man whose appearance hints at deeper horrors yet to unfold.

The tapes reveal joyful memories, including Kate’s pregnancy announcement, before tragedy turned their lives upside down. Jessie's fixation on the hidden truths grows as she unravels the dark history surrounding her family and the grim fates that awaited them.

Jessie and Preston venture into the bayou after discovering strange lights and flames. Their exploration leads them to a grave marked 'Jessabelle,' coincidentally on Jessie’s birthday, linking her destiny to mysterious voodoo practices.

Seeking answers, Jessie and Preston visit Mrs. Davis, a former cook for Leon, who shares menacing stories about Moses Harper, a shadow from Kate's past. Convinced that he is tied to the supernatural events, they confront the fears that linger around his name.

As they flee from a threatening encounter, Preston confesses his long-hidden feelings for Jessie, complicating their already tumultuous situation. Despite his affection, the threat of the supernatural hangs over them, casting a shadow on any potential happiness.

In a dramatic turn, Jessie discovers through a hidden tape that she and Moses are not alive but actually dead. The horrifying realization that Kate had cursed an innocent girl sends shockwaves through Jessie's understanding of her life and reality.

In a tense face-off with Jessabelle's spirit, Jessie musters her courage amidst the chaos surrounding her. As the confrontation reaches its peak, she realizes her own identity's intertwining with Jessabelle’s, forcing her to confront the darkness that looms over her existence.