Lord of Misrule

In the ending of Lord of Misrule, Rebecca manages to confront and negotiate with the spirit Gallowgog at the black barn where her daughter Grace is held. She offers him a strand of her hair, symbolizing her submission and willingness to serve as a new misrule, taking on the role of the spirit’s vessel. This act of bravery allows her to reclaim her daughter and leave the village, but at a high cost. Rebecca’s stand against the villagers and her negotiation with Gallowgog result in Jocelyn’s brutal death, as she orders him to be burned alive for his role in perpetuating the villagers’ pagan rituals. The film leaves ambiguity about Rebecca’s true allegiance: was her faith strengthened by her victory, or has she succumbed to the dark rituals to save her child? The ending suggests that she may have embraced or at least accepted the old traditions, perhaps becoming the new guardian of the village’s dark legacy, or she may have used her cunning to manipulate the spirits and save her daughter while maintaining her Christian facade. Ultimately, the story’s conclusion invites viewers to ponder whether faith and sacrifice in the face of supernatural evil can truly change one’s beliefs—or if they simply adapt to survive.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:44