Passengers

Passengers

Year: 2008

Runtime: 93 min

Language: English

Director: Rodrigo García

DramaMysteryThrillerRomance

A young therapist, Claire, finds herself assisting five passengers who survived a devastating plane crash. While helping them process the trauma, she notices inconsistencies in their accounts, particularly concerning a possible explosion. Drawn to the enigmatic Eric, Claire develops a professional bond that unexpectedly evolves into romance. However, as the survivors begin disappearing, she must unravel Eric’s secrets and confront a dangerous mystery threatening everyone involved.

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1

Plane Crash Occurs

A tragic plane crash occurs, resulting in a devastating loss of life. Among the survivors are Claire Summers and five passengers who now must navigate the aftermath of this traumatic event.

Sky
2

Counseling Begins

Psychotherapist Claire Summers begins counseling the five survivors from the crash. Each survivor has different memories and reactions, complicating Claire's efforts to help them process their grief.

Counseling office
3

Eric's Unusual Behavior

Eric, one of the survivors, exhibits an unusual sense of euphoria post-crash and insists on private meetings with Claire. His persistent knowledge of her personal life raises red flags for Claire.

4

Conflicting Memories

During group sessions, the survivors' conflicting memories of the crash come to light. Dean recalls an explosion before the descent, which is contradicted by other survivors, leading Claire to question the truth.

Counseling office
5

Norman's Fear

Norman expresses his fears that the airline may be tracking them to cover up the truth behind the crash. He reveals feeling followed by a mysterious figure, intensifying Claire's concerns for the survivors.

6

Claire's Struggle with Professionalism

As Claire develops feelings for Eric, she grapples with the ethics of her role as a counselor. Her boundary blurs as she begins an affair with Eric, influenced by the encouragement from her neighbor.

7

Norman Goes Missing

Norman doesn't show up for a counseling session, causing alarm among the remaining survivors. Claire confronts the airline official, Mr. Arkin, suspecting a cover-up regarding the crash.

Counseling office
8

Confronting the Airline

Claire confronts Mr. Arkin about missing transparency, determined to uncover the truth for her patients. She vows to protect the remaining survivors amidst mounting tension.

Airport
9

Encounters with the Stalker

Claire encounters the mysterious figure stalking Norman, who reveals knowledge of the explosion. This encounter further complicates Claire's understanding of the crash and its implications.

10

Shannon's Vision

During a session, Shannon experiences a vision of her deceased parents, deepening the emotional intensity of their therapy. This event leads to cascading revelations among the survivors about their fates.

Counseling office
11

Understanding the Past

Claire begins to connect her own past with Eric and the other survivors. As they collectively confront their memories and loss, Claire finds solace in helping others understand their grief.

12

Unsettling Truths Revealed

Claire uncovers unsettling truths, including a ledger listing deceased passengers with her name. These revelations lead her down a path of confusion and despair as she questions her own life.

13

Collective Acceptance

The survivors, including Eric, realize they have undergone a collective acceptance journey facilitated by their past. They begin to understand their fates while helping one another reconcile their experiences.

14

Note for Emma

In the aftermath of their journey, Claire writes a heartfelt note to her estranged sister, Emma. This note signifies an attempt to bridge their gap and acknowledges their lasting connections beyond life.

15

Conclusion and New Beginnings

The film concludes with Claire's realization about life after death and acceptance. The survivors sail towards their new beginning, illuminated by the poignant understanding of their shared experiences.

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