Ratter

Ratter

Year: 2016

Runtime: 80 min

Language: English

Director: Branden Kramer

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While pursuing independence in New York City, graduate student Emma unknowingly connects with a dangerous hacker. Their online relationship evolves into a breach of her privacy, escalating to intense surveillance and mounting terror. Emma must fight to regain control of her digital life and confront the sinister forces encroaching upon her.

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1

Emma Moves to NYC

Emma Taylor relocates to New York City for a new beginning following her breakup with Alex. Excited for the change, she settles into her Brooklyn apartment, eager to embrace her independence.

Brooklyn, NYC
2

Anonymous Hacking Begins

After moving in, Emma discovers that someone is hacking her electronic devices. This unsettling invasion of privacy escalates as the hacker begins using her cameras to watch her.

Emma's apartment
3

Meeting Michael

While attending college, Emma meets a fellow student named Michael, who expresses interest in her. They hit it off, and he asks her out, marking the beginning of a new romantic relationship.

College campus
4

Doubt Arises

After an intimate moment with herself, Emma begins to suspect that the hacker is stealing private photos of her with Michael. She receives unsettling messages that seem to come from him, leading to mistrust.

5

Confrontation with Michael

Emma confronts Michael about the messages she has received, but he denies sending them, straining their relationship. Emma, consumed by doubt, starts avoiding him, which creates tension between the two.

6

Night Out with Nicole

To distract herself from the stress of her situation, Emma goes out clubbing with her best friend, Nicole. Unbeknownst to her, the hacker takes this opportunity to break into her apartment.

Nightclub
7

Hacker Intrusion

After a night of partying, Emma comes home drunk, unaware that the hacker has been in her apartment. She passes out on her couch, giving the intruder a chance to invade her space further.

Emma's apartment
8

Reconciliation with Michael

The next day, Michael visits Emma to check on her and surprises her with a cat to keep her company. Their reconciliation leads to a moment of intimacy, rekindling their relationship.

Emma's apartment
9

Threatening Email

Michael receives an alarming email advising him to leave Emma alone. Distressed by this new twist, Emma decides to involve the police, but their response is unhelpful.

10

Emma Feels Isolated

After the police dismiss her concerns, Emma becomes increasingly isolated and depressed. The feeling of helplessness looms over her as the hacker continues his torment.

11

Cat's Death

Returning home one day, Emma discovers her apartment door left unlocked and her cat dead inside. This shocking incident heightens her sense of vulnerability and fear.

Emma's apartment
12

Video Chat with Mom

While waiting for Nicole to arrive, Emma video chats with her mom. During their conversation, Emma's power suddenly cuts off, plunging her into darkness and fear.

Emma's apartment
13

Final Confrontation

As the hacker attacks Emma during the video call, her mom witnesses the horror unfold. Emma's screams are silenced, leaving her mother frantic and pleading with the hacker for her daughter’s safety.

14

Police Arrive

After the confrontation, the police arrive too late to find Emma or her assailant. The chilling end leaves both her mother and viewers with a profound sense of dread.

Emma's apartment

Last Updated: May 12, 2025 at 07:04

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