So Cold the River

A young woman embarks on a car ride, during which she answers a call from her lover. Tragically, this moment leads to a catastrophic accident that changes her life forever.

In the aftermath of her crash, the woman experiences a series of vivid visions. She recalls family album photos and an image of a unique triangular house, stirring emotions tied to her past.

Erica Shaw, a former documentary filmmaker, is introduced as she creates a video obituary. Her unique psychic abilities are hinted at, revealing a deeper connection to the events about to unfold.

Shortly after her accident, Erica is approached by the sister of the deceased, who demands her help in uncovering family secrets. The sister offers a lucrative opportunity, enticing Erica to engage further.

The sister provides Erica with an enigmatic bottle containing a demon's image. The cryptic label reading 'Pluto' hints at dark forces at play and sets the stage for the unfolding mystery.

Erica visits Campbell Bradford, who is on his deathbed. Their peculiar communication, limited to when she looks through the camera lens, leads to unsettling revelations about his past.

Intrigued by Campbell's memories, Erica travels to West Baden Springs to investigate further. Upon her arrival, she checks into a stunning hotel while learning about an impending rebirth festival.

That night in the hotel, Erica is plagued by haunting visions of a man in black and a boy playing the violin. The chilling atmosphere intensifies, hinting at the powerful forces surrounding her.

Erica meets Ann McKinney in the hotel lobby, who shares unsettling tales about healing springs and the local festival. Ann's abrupt departure after mentioning Campbell's name further deepens the mystery.

Erica crosses paths with Josiah, Campbell's great-grandson, who reveals his aspirations and the family's dark history. Their conversation evolves into a mix of intrigue and tension, emphasizing the film's dark themes.

Through interviews with local townsfolk, Erica discovers Campbell's gruesome legacy as a notorious killer. Each revelation adds layers to her understanding of the dangerous forces at play.

As Erica becomes increasingly absorbed in uncovering the narrative, she begins to push aside her ethical doubts. Her passionate engagement with the material blurs the line between art and truth.

Erica's probing conversations provoke Josiah to share his conflicting feelings about his family's legacy. This exploration of curses and identity leads to dark revelations that entangle them both.

Tensions reach a peak during the rebirth celebration. As the festival unfolds, Campbell's dark legacy comes to light, intertwining the fates of the characters in shocking ways.

In a climactic showdown, chaos erupts when Josiah finds a cache of dynamite. Erica captures the explosion on film, marking a decisive fracture in her sanity and artistic vision, leaving a haunting conclusion to the story.