Phenomena

Phenomena

Year: 1985

Runtime: 116 min

Language: Spanish

Director: Dario Argento

MysteryHorror

In the late 1990s, Sagrario, Paz, Gloria, and Father Girón, members of the Hepta group, find themselves drawn into a disturbing mystery involving an antique shop. What begins as a simple investigation quickly escalates, revealing unsettling secrets and putting their sanity at risk. As they work together to decipher the clues, the group must confront their own inner demons and the growing danger surrounding them, struggling to unravel the truth before it consumes them all.

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1

Vera Grandt's Discovery

In the picturesque Swiss countryside, a gruesome scene unfolds when the body of Vera Grandt is discovered beheaded. Inspector Rudolf Geiger and his assistant Kurt find the remains, marking the beginning of a dark mystery that will envelop several lives.

Swiss countryside
2

Maggot Analysis

After the discovery of Vera's body, Inspector Geiger brings the remains to entomologist John McGregor. Through maggot analysis, McGregor estimates the time of death, which opens up avenues for the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Vera's murder.

3

Jennifer Corvino's New Life

Jennifer Corvino arrives at the Richard Wagner Academy for Girls, eager to learn more about her passion for insects. Under the strict supervision of Frau Brückner, her life initially seems routine until a series of chilling events begin to unfold.

Richard Wagner Academy for Girls
4

A Nightmare Unfolds

While sleepwalking one night, Jennifer unwittingly witnesses a brutal murder, leaving her confused and terrified. Upon awakening, she finds herself lost in the dark woods, which foreshadows the horror that will soon engulf her life.

Shadowy woods
5

Rescue by Inga

In her moment of desperation, Jennifer is saved by Inga, McGregor's loyal chimpanzee assistant. This encounter sets the stage for a unique alliance as Jennifer begins to unravel the threads linking her to the recent murders.

6

A Disturbing Brain Scan

Seeking answers about her sleepwalking episodes, Jennifer undergoes a brain scan at the school. Unfortunately, the results yield no clarity, intensifying her anxiety and the mystery surrounding the murders at the academy.

Richard Wagner Academy for Girls
7

Sophie’s Murder

The tension escalates when Jennifer's classmate Sophie is found dead, heightening the fear among the students. This horror pushes Jennifer further down the path of investigation, as she becomes increasingly determined to uncover the truth.

8

The Maggot-Infested Glove

A mystical firefly leads Jennifer to a critical clue: a maggot-infested glove that points toward the identity of the murderer. With this find, Jennifer feels the weight of the investigation resting heavily on her shoulders.

9

The Great Sarcophagus Fly

In an effort to catch the killer, McGregor gives Jennifer a specimen of the Great Sarcophagus fly, known for being attracted to decay. This specimen leads her to an abandoned house, intensifying the atmosphere of dread.

Abandoned house
10

McGregor's Fate

Tragedy strikes when McGregor becomes the next victim in the ongoing string of murders. His death leaves Jennifer devastated and even more motivated to escape the malevolent forces at play in her life.

11

Confronting Frau Brückner

After learning about her poisoning, Jennifer goes to seek refuge with Frau Brückner. Unbeknownst to her, she is stepping into a web of deceit and danger as she unravels Brückner's wicked intentions.

Frau Brückner's house
12

The Hidden Tunnel

While trapped in a room, Jennifer discovers a hidden tunnel that leads her to a grim dungeon. Here, she is horrified to find Inspector Geiger, alive but chained up and disfigured, revealing the brutality of their situation.

Dungeon
13

Escape from Horror

In a frenzied attempt to escape, Jennifer plunges into a pool of decaying bodies while following Geiger's desperate pleas. Together, they navigate the depths of horror, striving to leave behind the gruesomeness of the dungeon.

14

Confrontation with Patua

In a harrowing climax, Jennifer faces Patua, Frau Brückner's deformed son, who relentlessly hunts her down. Using her telepathic abilities, she summons a swarm of flies to fend him off, leading to a dramatic moment where he meets his demise.

Lake
15

Brückner’s Downfall

In a final confrontation, Jennifer faces off against Frau Brückner. The twisted antagonist meets her end when Inga intervenes dramatically, wielding a straight razor, bringing the film's nightmarish events to a chilling conclusion.

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