Rings

Rings

Year: 2017

Runtime: 102 min

Language: English

Director: F. Javier Gutiérrez

DramaHorror

A young woman finds her life threatened when her boyfriend investigates a disturbing underground phenomenon involving a cursed videotape. After he watches the tape, she becomes entangled in a terrifying game where anyone who views it will die seven days later. Determined to save him, she begins to unravel the mystery behind the tape, discovering a hidden horror and a shocking truth about its origins.

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1

Carter's Distress on the Airplane

The film opens with Carter appearing visibly shaken aboard an airplane, prompting concern from his seatmate, Faith. He confides in her about a chilling video he watched a week earlier and reveals a foreboding phone call that warned him he would die in seven days.

Airplane
2

Turbulence and Terror

As turbulence hits the airplane, Carter leaves to visit the bathroom, while Faith's friend Kelly expresses alarm after hearing about the unsettling video. The situation escalates when black sludge begins infiltrating the aircraft, showcasing the overwhelming dread among the passengers.

Airplane
3

A Chilling Vision

Carter encounters a swarm of flies emerging from the cockpit, heightening the terror. He then witnesses Samara Morgan creeping from a well on the monitor, representing the haunting result of his encounter with the cursed video.

Airplane
4

Skye's Discovery

Two years later, Skye, a college student, discovers a VCR and tapes at a yard sale. Gabriel, her professor, reveals these belonged to Carter's father, who suffered a tragic accident in the past, hinting at the dark history connected to the cursed video.

Yard Sale
5

The Unfortunate Trigger

Later that evening, after an intimate moment with Gabriel, Skye inadvertently plays the infamous video. This triggers a series of horrifying images on the screen, followed by a terrifying phone call that warns her she has seven days to live.

Skye's Home
6

Julia Receives a Disturbing Message

Julia, a concerned girlfriend, experiences nightmarish visions of her boyfriend Holt, raising her fears. When she receives a frantic video call from Skye, warning her that 'she is coming', Julia promptly heads out to find Holt at his college.

Julia's Home
7

Search for Holt

Upon reaching Holt's dorm, Julia frantically searches for him, only to stumble upon a book authored by Gabriel that details Samara's backstory. The escalating tension prompts her to follow leads that may lead her to Holt, who is in imminent danger.

College Dormitory
8

The Trap Unfolds

Skye takes Julia to her apartment instead of helping her find Holt. While investigating Skye's phone, a message from Holt warns Julia against what she is about to witness, escalating the tension as Skye grows increasingly aggressive.

Skye's Apartment
9

Skye's Gruesome Fate

In a frantic moment, as the clock strikes 7:10, Skye tries to force Julia to watch the cursed tape. A shocking turn occurs when Samara emerges from the screen, leading to Skye’s gruesome demise, leaving Julia narrowly escaping her fate.

Skye's Apartment
10

Realization of the Curse

Julia and Holt soon realize that they have both watched the cursed video and must find a way to pass it on to someone else to survive. With the danger closing in, they feel compelled to understand the mystery behind the tape and Samara's plight.

11

Seeking Help from Gabriel

Determined to unravel the mystery, Julia and Holt visit Gabriel, who shares unsettling details about an experimental background to their situation. The discussions turn dire as they understand the significance of the video and its ties to Samara's tragic history.

12

Unearthing Samara's Past

Julia discovers hidden footage within the cursed tape, revealing glimpses of Samara's tortured childhood and her ultimate demise. Each new revelation deepens their connection to the horrors surrounding Samara's tragic existence.

13

Burke's Insights

In their quest to understand Samara, Julia and Holt meet Burke, a blind man with chilling knowledge about her existence. His insights about Samara's nature and experiences further complicate their understanding of what they face.

14

Gabriel's Fatal Encounter

Tragedy strikes unexpectedly, as Julia and Holt witness Gabriel's violent encounter with Samara, marking a pivotal turning point in their desperate struggle. The situation grows more dire as they grasp the severity of the curse.

15

The Final Confrontation

In a climactic showdown, Julia confronts Samara, racing against time to release her tortured soul. As they burn Samara's remains, a haunting resolution seems to follow, leaving Julia's fate uncertain as she uncovers a sinister mark on her hand.

Last Updated: November 08, 2024 at 01:19

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