Stir of Echoes

Stir of Echoes

Year: 1999

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

Director: David Koepp

MysteryThrillerHorror

When Vietnam vet Captain Ted Cogan returns home from the Iraq war, he's plagued by eerie visions of a charred figure. As authorities dismiss his claims, a mysterious psychic offers cryptic guidance: decipher the burned man's intentions before it's too late.

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Timeline – Stir of Echoes (1999)
Trace every key event in Stir of Echoes (1999) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Tom Witzky's Ordinary Life

Tom Witzky leads a seemingly typical life in an unremarkable neighborhood in Chicago. Alongside his expectant wife, Maggie, he navigates through a routine existence without realizing the extraordinary events about to unfold.

Chicago
2

Jake's Extraordinary Gift

Unbeknownst to Tom and Maggie, their son Jake has a remarkable ability to communicate with the dead. This talent makes Jake unique but also introduces unforeseen challenges for the family.

3

The Hypnosis Incident

During a casual family gathering, Tom challenges his sister-in-law Lisa to hypnotize him. Following Lisa's successful hypnosis, Tom receives a post-hypnotic suggestion that leaves him more open to supernatural experiences.

4

Visions of Samantha Kozac

After his hypnosis, Tom begins to experience vivid and haunting visions related to the mysterious disappearance of Samantha Kozac, a 17-year-old girl. These disturbing sightings lead him deeper into the enigma surrounding Samantha's case.

5

Jake's Encounter with the Spirit

While attending a high-school football game, Jake is left with babysitter Debbie. In a moment of panic, Debbie overhears Jake speaking to Samantha's spirit, which compels her to flee, putting Jake in imminent danger.

High-School Football Field
6

A Frantic Search

Realizing Jake could be in danger, Tom is flooded with unsettling visions leading him to the Metra station. There, he discovers Debbie anxiously discussing Jake's absence with her mother, escalating Tom's concerns.

Metra Station
7

Confronting Debbie

In a tense confrontation, Tom and Maggie press Debbie for information about Samantha. Debbie reveals shocking details about Samantha's developmental disability, prompting Tom to delve further into the mystery.

8

A Disturbing Vision

Tom receives a harrowing vision from Frank, warning him that 'they're going to kill you and Maggie both.' This message intensifies Tom's urgency to uncover the truth before it's too late.

9

Tragedy Strikes

A devastating event shatters the community when Adam, Frank's son, takes his own life. This incident leaves a deep mark on Tom and drives him further into his quest for answers related to Samantha's fate.

Frank's Home
10

A Gathering of the Gifted

While attending a funeral, police officer Neil invites Tom to a gathering for individuals who share Jake's supernatural abilities. Maggie's decision to join sheds light on the urgency of Tom's situation.

Funeral Service
11

Tom's Desperate Excavation

Overwhelmed by pressure and cryptic messages, Tom begins tearing apart his backyard in search of answers. His frantic digging ultimately leads to a gruesome discovery hidden beneath the ground.

Tom's Backyard
12

The Gruesome Discovery

Tom unearths the remains of Samantha hidden under a brick wall in the basement. This shocking revelation drives Tom into a painful vision that uncovers the tragic circumstances surrounding her death.

Basement
13

Emotional Confrontation

After revealing Samantha's fate to Frank, he collapses under the weight of the truth, seeking solitude. Tensions rise as Tom faces confrontation with Harry and Kurt, who are driven by sinister motives.

14

The Climactic Resolution

In a chaotic climax, Frank unexpectedly intervenes, shooting Harry and Kurt in a moment of reckoning. Following the violence, Samantha's spirit finds peace and begins to fade away.

15

A Fresh Start for the Family

With the traumatic events behind them, Tom, Maggie, and Jake decide to leave their haunted home and begin anew. As they settle into their new house, Jake remains sensitive to lingering supernatural energies.

New Home

Last Updated: November 21, 2024 at 09:50

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