Orphan: First Kill

Orphan: First Kill

Year: 2022

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

Director: William Brent Bell

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Following her calculated escape from an Estonian orphanage, a young woman assumes the identity of a missing teenager to infiltrate a wealthy American family. Her manipulative schemes are challenged by the mother, who suspects the new arrival’s unsettling behavior and is determined to protect her children from the dangerous secrets she hides. A tense psychological thriller unfolds as the family confronts a cunning adversary.

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1

Leena's Escape from Saarne Institute

In January 2007, Leena Klammer, a psychiatric patient, meticulously orchestrates her escape from the Saarne Institute. She seduces a guard, leading to his murder, and cleverly hides in the vehicle of an unsuspecting art therapist named Anna.

January 2007 Saarne Institute
2

Murder of Anna

After successfully escaping, Leena breaks into Anna's home, where she brutally kills her. This marks the beginning of Leena's path towards assuming a new identity.

Anna's Home
3

Discovery of Esther Albright

While searching for information on missing girls, Leena discovers a striking resemblance to Esther Albright, a wealthy girl who vanished in 2003. Intrigued, Leena decides to pose as Esther to manipulate those who might believe her story.

4

Contacting Russian Officer

Leena, adopting the identity of Esther, meets a Russian officer and claims her parents are in the United States. This encounter is crucial in her elaborate scheme to integrate herself into a new life.

5

Allen and Tricia Albright's Suffering

In Darien, Connecticut, Allen and Tricia Albright struggle to cope with their daughter's disappearance. Their emotional turmoil is compounded when Detective Donnan informs them that a girl resembling Esther has been found.

Darien, Connecticut
6

Tricia's Reunion with Esther

Tricia flies to Moscow for an emotional reunion with Esther. However, her excitement is soon overshadowed by suspicions when she notices inconsistencies in Esther's memories and abilities.

U.S. Embassy, Moscow
7

Leena's Manipulation

Leena begins to bond with Allen over their shared love for painting. As their relationship deepens, Leena plots to drive a wedge between Allen and his wife, Tricia, setting the stage for more sinister plans.

8

Donnan's Discovery

During a charity gala hosted by Tricia, Detective Donnan stumbles upon a vinyl record belonging to Esther, revealing Leena's fingerprints. This discovery ignites a series of confrontations that threaten to expose Leena's true identity.

Charity Gala
9

Confrontation and Murder

In a tense encounter, Leena violently attacks Donnan, ultimately stabbing him to death. Tricia arrives just in time but, instead of helping, shoots Donnan, revealing a shocking twist about her awareness of Leena's deception.

10

Tricia's Dark Intent

Tricia discloses that she brought Leena into their home to help Allen heal from their daughter’s loss. This revelation marks a significant turning point in their relationship as they plot together to conceal their crimes.

11

Dinner Poisoning Attempt

During a dinner, Tricia tries to poison Leena with tainted food, but her plan backfires. Leena’s quick thinking leads to an eerie turn of events when she retaliates by lacing a smoothie with the carcass of a rat.

12

Train Incident

Seizing an opportunity while Allen is away, Leena attempts to push Tricia and Gunnar in front of a moving train. Her plan fails due to the intervention of a commuter, showcasing the growing chaos in their lives.

13

Leena's Final Struggle

With Leena captured and the danger mounting, Tricia and Gunnar decide that she poses a risk to their family. In a violent confrontation, Leena defends herself, leading to a series of deadly clashes between the three.

Albright residence
14

Climax on the Roof

As a fire engulfs the house, Leena and Tricia find themselves clinging to the roof. In a desperate moment, Tricia tries to expose Leena's true nature to Allen, but he chooses to aid Leena, leading to Tricia's tragic fall.

Roof of Albright residence
15

Leena's Escaping Identity

After revealing her true self to Allen, who is horrified, Leena pushes him to his death. Disguised once more as Esther, she escapes the burning house, leaving behind a trail of chaos and deception as she heads for an orphanage.

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 22:58

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