Rosemary's Baby

Rosemary's Baby

Year: 1968

Runtime: 137 min

Director: Roman Polanski

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A woman uncovers a disturbing family history, revealing a dark and sinister lineage connected to demonic forces. As she investigates her heritage, she finds the boundaries between morality and evil becoming increasingly indistinct, and must confront a legacy that endangers her very existence.

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1

Move to the Bramford

In the fall of 1965, newlyweds Rosemary and Guy Woodhouse move into the gothic Bramford building in Manhattan. Their relocation symbolizes a fresh start despite warning signs from friends about the building's dark past.

Fall 1965 Bramford, New York City
2

Warnings Ignored

As they settle in, the couple learns from their friend Hutch about the Bramford's notorious history, including tales of witches and cannibal killers. Despite the unsettling stories, Rosemary and Guy choose to dismiss the warnings and continue with their new life.

Bramford, New York City
3

Terry's Introduction

Rosemary befriends Terry, a young woman who has overcome addiction with help from the elderly Castevets. The friendship offers Rosemary a glimpse of camaraderie, but the happiness is short-lived following a tragic accident that leads to Terry's mysterious death.

Bramford, New York City
4

Guy's Unexpected Success

Almost immediately after Terry's death, Guy’s acting career begins to flourish while his rival mysteriously goes blind. Rosemary becomes increasingly suspicious of the strange coincidences linking her husband's success to the enigmatic Castevets.

Bramford, New York City
5

Desire for Family

Guy expresses a longing to start a family, thrilling Rosemary. Excited, she prepares for a significant evening but receives an unusual chocolate mousse from Minnie, which she is pressured to eat despite her discomfort.

Bramford, New York City
6

Haunting Dreams

After consuming the mousse, Rosemary experiences a surreal and disturbing night filled with nightmarish visions and feelings of violation. These dreams mark the beginning of her growing sense of dread and confusion about her reality.

Bramford, New York City
7

Pregnancy Confirmed

Months later, Rosemary learns from Dr. Hill that she is pregnant. However, her joy is quickly overshadowed by the growing influence of the Castevets and a troubling relationship with her dubious physician, Dr. Sapirstein.

Bramford, New York City
8

Hutch's Coma and Death

Hutch pays a visit to Rosemary, but shortly thereafter falls into a coma and dies. His passing leaves Rosemary devastated and fearful, especially as she inherits a book titled 'All of Them Witches' that points to the sinister forces at play around her.

Bramford, New York City
9

Realization of the Coven

As Rosemary delves deeper into the implications of Hutch's book, she comes to suspect that Roman and Minnie are involved in a coven that seeks control over her pregnancy and her child. This revelation ignites a series of frightening experiences and betrayals.

Bramford, New York City
10

Forced Confinement

Betrayed and isolated, Rosemary discovers that her husband may have sacrificed their child for his own career advancement. Her attempts to escape the control surrounding her are thwarted, culminating in her forced confinement by those she once trusted.

Bramford, New York City
11

The Sinister Revelation

After giving birth under false pretenses, Rosemary awakens to a horrifying reality where her child is tied to dark, occult forces. Her maternal instincts clash with her fear as she grapples with what has transpired while she was unaware.

Bramford, New York City
12

Confrontation with the Castevets

Driven by a mix of desperation and resolve, Rosemary confronts Roman and Minnie Castevet. In her heart, she struggles against both anger and the primal connection to her child, leading to a critical moment of choice.

Bramford, New York City
13

Acceptance of Motherhood

In a hauntingly tender moment, Rosemary approaches the bassinet that holds her child, despite the chaos surrounding her. As she begins to sing, she threads the needle of acceptance amidst the horror of her motherhood and the dark legacy she must confront.

Bramford, New York City

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 14:53

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