Slapface

Brothers Lucas and Tom grapple with the haunting memories of their late mother in a dilapidated house. The loss deeply affects their fragile relationship, leaving them struggling to find comfort in one another's presence.

The brothers face relentless bullying from a trio of local girls: Donna, Rose, and Moriah. Their taunts exacerbate Lucas's feelings of isolation and despair in the wake of his mother's death.

The girls demand Lucas explore the abandoned house at the edge of town under the guise of stalking Moriah. This puts Lucas in a precarious position, forced to confront both his fears and the haunting presence of the house.

Inside the abandoned house, Lucas encounters Virago, a mysterious creature that unexpectedly becomes essential to his emotional state. Virago offers companionship in a world filled with darkness and isolation.

As Lucas grows closer to Virago, he finds himself in a life-threatening situation with a pack of stray dogs. Virago comes to his aid, showcasing its protective instinct and strengthening their bond.

Tension escalates at home when Tom's relationship with Anna becomes strained, leading to a dramatic argument. Lucas, feeling abandoned and alone, turns to Virago for solace amidst the familial chaos.

In a surprising turn, Moriah decides to join Lucas on a trip to the abandoned house. During their visit, Lucas steals a kiss but feels the weight of Virago's watchful presence, complicating his emotions.

As Moriah and Lucas search for answers at the town library, Anna discovers a missing dog poster that forces her to confront painful memories of loss. This discovery reignites their quest for closure, drawing them deeper into turmoil.

Lucas desperately searches for Tom at a local bar, but their shared quest leads to dead ends through the eerie, empty streets. An unsettling atmosphere paves the way for rising dread as their fears intensify.

During an escalating conflict, Lucas's darker instincts emerge when he confronts unsettling occurrences symbolized by a rat. His spiraling mental state indicates the brewing catastrophe in their lives.

Moriah, overwhelmed by her emotional turmoil, ends her relationship with Lucas, leaving him in despair. This breakup marks a significant turning point as Lucas wrestles with his feelings of loss and abandonment.

At a twisted slapface game, the jovial atmosphere dissipates when the monster appears. Its unsettling gaze disrupts the fragile sense of safety, revealing the lurking dread within their friendship.

After a confrontation with the bullies, Lucas finds Moriah injured and lifeless on the forest floor, deepening his panic. The brothers' brief escape from their shared torment reflects their escalating desperation.

Tom's plea for help at the precinct falls on deaf ears, forcing him to handle the ordeal alone. Faced with disbelief from authorities, the brothers must fend for themselves against the encroaching chaos.

In a climactic moment, Lucas's sanity unravels as he encounters the monster amidst chaos. The film concludes with Lucas sitting in despair, bloodied and tear-stained, as he confronts the haunting aftermath of tragedy.