Suitable Flesh

Suitable Flesh

Year: 2023

Runtime: 1 h 40 m

Language: English

Director: Joe Lynch

Echo Score: 70
HorrorThriller

Dr. Elizabeth Derby, a psychiatrist haunted by a traumatic past, takes on a young patient whose troubled mind leads her into a disturbing and sinister world. As she attempts to unravel his psychological issues, the boundaries between reality and delusion begin to dissolve, drawing her into a dark path of occult horrors. Her search for redemption puts her own soul at risk, blurring the line between healer and victim.

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1

Dr. Daniella Upton's Visit

Dr. Daniella Upton arrives at the morgue, where a mortician is dissecting the body of a brutal murder victim. The unseen figure foreshadows the dark events that will unfold throughout the story.

psychiatric hospital morgue
2

Elizabeth's Plea

Daniella visits her friend Dr. Elizabeth Derby, who urgently implores her to destroy the brain of the murder victim. Elizabeth's emotional turmoil reveals her connection to the events leading up to the murder.

psychiatric hospital
3

Asa Waite's Disturbing Admission

Elizabeth meets with her patient Asa Waite, who claims his father's spirit sometimes occupies his body, leading to alarming seizures. This session marks the beginning of Elizabeth's entanglement in Asa's dark familial secrets.

Elizabeth's office
4

Encounter with Ephraim

After her unsettling session with Asa, Elizabeth visits his sick father, Ephraim, and gets caught in a tense confrontation. Ephraim's erratic behavior raises fears about his influence over Asa.

Asa's home
5

Ephraim's Apparent Demise

Elizabeth finds Ephraim on the brink of death and attempts to help him, but fails to prevent what appears to be his death. Asa’s insistence on destroying Ephraim's brain hints at a supernatural threat.

Asa's home
6

Body Swap and Betrayal

After an intimate encounter with Asa, Elizabeth experiences a shocking body swap due to an incantation whispered by him. This event marks a significant turning point, as it pits the two characters against each other.

7

The Chase

Asa, now seemingly emboldened, pursues Ephraim after discovering his body is missing. The dynamics of power and identity become increasingly convoluted as the body swap reveals its deadly consequences.

8

Murder and Confusion

In a shocking twist, Asa, now in Ephraim's body, kills Elizabeth, showing the extent of the chaos unleashed by their body-swapping incantations. This pivotal moment roots the story deeper in horror and confusion.

Derby residence
9

The Investigation Begins

Detectives arrive to question Elizabeth about the Waite house fire, with Ephraim now considered missing. This development raises further complications as Elizabeth grapples with the aftermath of the chaos.

Derby residence
10

Desperation Leads to Violence

Elizabeth, realizing the permanent effects of the body swap, makes a desperate attempt to escape by jumping from a window. However, Ephraim thwarts her plan, pushing her deeper into his deadly game.

Elizabeth's office
11

Brutal Showdown

In a frantic confrontation, Elizabeth manages to stab Ephraim in a desperate bid for survival. The violent encounter solidifies her determination to end the cycle of possession once and for all.

12

The Final Switch

In a dramatic climax, Ephraim, still possessing significant power, manages to switch bodies with Elizabeth yet again. This brutal twist seals Elizabeth's fate while continuing the horror for Daniella.

psychiatric hospital
13

Euthanizing Elizabeth

Ephraim, now in Daniella's body, coerces a security guard to shoot Elizabeth in a final act of betrayal. This harrowing scene underlines the loss of control both characters experience as their identities dissolve.

psychiatric hospital
14

The Ultimate Confrontation

Daniella, trapped within Elizabeth’s body, faces off against Ephraim, now controlling her. The struggle between the two culminates in a desperate conflict as they each seek to reclaim their identities.

psychiatric hospital
15

Unraveling the Horror

The story concludes with Daniella and Eddie grieving their losses, a stark reminder of how the chaotic events have forever altered their lives. Ephraim's lingering presence leaves the door open for further horror.

Last Updated: December 03, 2024 at 14:27

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