Poltergeist

Poltergeist

Year: 2015

Runtime: 93 min

Language: English

Director: Gil Kenan

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When malevolent spirits invade their idyllic home, a fractured family must reunite and confront the darkness head-on to rescue their spirited young daughter from an otherworldly grasp.

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Timeline – Poltergeist (2015)
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1

The Bowen Family Moves In

The Bowen family arrives at their new residence, eager to settle into their fresh start. However, the house soon reveals itself to be far from ordinary, setting the stage for the terrifying events to come.

2

Griffin's Discovery

Young Griffin embarks on a quest to explore his new home, quickly stumbling upon his sister Maddie engaged in a conversation with an unseen presence. This eerie sight marks the first hint of the supernatural stirring within the walls of their residence.

Bowen House
3

The Mysterious Red Ball

Frustrated by the strange sounds in the attic and his initial unease in the home, Griffin discovers a mysterious red ball on a string in the cellar. As he interacts with it, a frightening array of creepy clown dolls spills forth, intensifying the unsettling atmosphere.

Cellar
4

Siblings Bond Over the Closet

Griffin finds Maddie again playing by the closet, where she demonstrates a trick that raises her hair while touching the handle. Their shared laughter soon fades as a series of ominous events begin to unfurl within the house.

Maddie's Room
5

Strange Electrical Phenomena

As night falls, the Bowen home becomes a nexus of bizarre happenings, starting with electrical devices turning on by themselves. This unsettling phenomenon escalates when Griffin witnesses Maddie in front of the television, with mysterious hands pushing against the screen.

Night Living Room
6

Family Dinner Revelation

During a dinner with friends, Eric and Amy learn about the dark history of their home, which sits atop an ancient burial ground. This revelation introduces a deeper understanding of the malevolent forces that haunt their family.

Dining Room
7

Kendra's Terrifying Experience

Kendra, Griffin's sibling, begins to suffer from terrifying supernatural occurrences linked to her new phone. A creeping black sludge emerges from the basement, raising the stakes of their bizarre situation.

Bowen House
8

The Storm and Maddie's Disappearance

Amidst a fierce storm, Griffin is horrified by the animated clown dolls and finds Maddie inexplicably being drawn into the darkness of the closet. This triggers a desperate quest to save her as chaos unfolds.

During Storm Maddie's Room
9

Seeking Help from Dr. Brooke Powell

In a bid to understand the series of hauntings, the family reaches out to Dr. Brooke Powell, an expert in the paranormal. Her presence marks the beginning of their attempt to comprehend what is occurring in their home.

10

Uncovering Poltergeist Activity

As the Bowen family delves deeper into the mysteries of their home, Dr. Powell's assistant Boyd experiences a terrifying episode where he is yanked into a wall by unseen forces. This confirms the presence of poltergeists tied to Maddie.

Bowen House
11

The Rescue Plan

With Maddie's life at stake, the family collaborates with Carrigan Burke, Dr. Brooke Powell's ex-husband, to devise a daring rescue plan. They create a rope bridge connecting the closet to the living room ceiling as they prepare for a rescue mission.

Bowen House
12

Griffin's Heroic Venture

Braving the unknown, Griffin ventures into the pitch-black portal in the closet, chasing after his sister Maddie. This chaotic confrontation with malevolent spirits defines a pivotal moment in their fight for survival.

Closet
13

The Family's Narrow Escape

As the family nearly escapes with Maddie, a final onslaught of spirits threatens their safety. Carrigan makes the ultimate sacrifice to ensure the rest of the family reaches safety, demonstrating the stakes of their supernatural encounter.

14

Aftermath and New Beginnings

Following their harrowing ordeal, the Bowen family sets their sights on a new house, determined to leave the shadows of the past behind. Yet, the lingering presence of their experiences keeps them forever altered.

15

The Eerie Legacy Lingers

In an unsettling twist, it is revealed that Carrigan survived the ordeal, suggesting that their struggles might not be over. The Bowens’ quest for safety hints at ongoing hauntings, leaving them forever changed by their encounters.

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 23:19

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