The Blackcoat's Daughter

The Blackcoat's Daughter

Year: 2017

Runtime: 93 min

Language: English

Director: Oz Perkins

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Two isolated teenagers, Kat and Rose, are trapped at their prep school Bramford over winter break, where strange occurrences unfold. Meanwhile, Joan's troubled journey converges with theirs, as she drives towards the eerie institution, fueled by a mysterious purpose. As Kat's grip on reality falters, Rose tries to intervene in her friend's descent into darkness.

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Timeline – The Blackcoat's Daughter (2017)
Trace every key event in The Blackcoat's Daughter (2017) 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

Anticipation of Break

In February, students at Bramford Academy, a Catholic boarding school in upstate New York, eagerly await their parents' arrival for a week-long break. Among these students are Kat, a freshman, and Rose, a senior, both full of youthful anticipation.

February Bramford Academy, Upstate New York
2

Rose's Concern

As she prepares for the break, Rose suspects she might be pregnant. To buy time, she deceives her parents about the actual vacation dates, hoping to figure things out before her secret is revealed.

3

Kat's Premonition

Kat begins to experience a chilling premonition about her parents' impending death in a car accident. This haunting feeling races through her mind, amplifying her sense of dread as the break approaches.

4

Rose Leaves to Confide

That same evening, Rose leaves the academy to confide in her boyfriend about her suspected pregnancy. This decision marks a crucial point in her life where she seeks emotional support but is confronted with the greater turmoil around her.

5

Kat's Distressing Call

Later that night, Kat receives a distressing phone call that shakes her to the core. The call serves as a prelude to the tragic events that are about to unfold, intertwining her fate with Rose's.

6

Rose's Shocking Discovery

Returning to the academy, Rose finds Kat acting strangely in the boiler room, making cryptic comments about her parents' deaths. This unsettling encounter leaves Rose deeply shaken and concerned for her friend's well-being.

Boiler Room, Bramford Academy
7

Kat's Disturbing Behavior

The following morning, both girls join the nuns for breakfast, and Kat's behavior becomes increasingly erratic. She suddenly vomits and lashes out at the nuns, showcasing her inner turmoil and the growing influence of dark forces.

Bramford Academy
8

Bloodstain Discovery

After a troubling phone call, the nuns ask Rose to shovel the driveway. When Headmaster Gordon arrives with a police officer, they are horrified to find a chilling bloodstain on the wall, prompting immediate concern about Kat's state.

Bramford Academy
9

Joan's Escape

In a different timeline, Joan escapes from a mental institution and finds herself at a bus stop. An older couple, Bill and Linda, offers her a ride, igniting a mysterious thread that connects both stories.

Bus Stop
10

Bill's Reflection

During their stay at a motel, Bill confesses to Joan that she reminds him of his late daughter named Rose. This revelation hints at the layers of tragedy interwoven across the narratives and suggests Joan carries her own dark secrets.

Motel
11

The Tragic News

As winter break approaches, Kat encounters a sinister presence that threatens her family. The news of her parents' tragic deaths soon reaches the academy, plunging Kat into despair and marking the beginning of her transformation.

Bramford Academy
12

Kat's Horrific Actions

Overcome by her twisted connection with the malevolent spirit, Kat gruesomely murders two nuns. This act signifies her tragic descent into darkness and the tragic culmination of her internal struggle.

Bramford Academy
13

Confrontation with Rose

After confirming her menstruation, indicating she is not pregnant, Kat attacks Rose in a brutal frenzy. This horrific act seals the fates of both girls and reveals the extent of Kat's transformation.

Bramford Academy
14

Police Intervention

As Headmaster Gordon and a policeman discover the bloody aftermath in the boiler room, Kat is shot while exclaiming 'Hail Satan!'. This confrontation marks the climax of horror and chaos, trapping Kat in a cycle of violence.

Boiler Room, Bramford Academy
15

Nine Years Later

Nine years later, the entity that once was Kat assumes Joan's identity and commits another act of violence. She attempts to summon the demon from her past but is left in profound despair, echoing her eternal struggle with darkness.

Bramford Academy

Last Updated: November 15, 2024 at 16:00

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