The Dark

Louise and Michael return to their family farm in Texas due to their father’s deteriorating health. They find him bedridden and unresponsive, which sets a somber tone for their visit and hints at the trauma they are about to face.

Upon arrival, their mother displays visible signs of distress, expressing her desire for Louise and Michael to leave the property. This unsettling atmosphere begins to foreshadow the tragic events that follow.

In a shocking turn of events, their mother takes her own life by hanging in the barn after inflicting harm upon herself. This tragedy deeply traumatizes Louise and Michael, leaving them to grapple with their grief and confusion.

As time passes, Louise and Michael start uncovering the horrible circumstances surrounding their mother's death. The nurse caring for their father reveals that she overheard their mother whispering ominously to their father about an unknown presence.

Michael finds their mother’s diary, which is filled with her fears about a menacing being she believed was threatening their father. This revelation adds layers to their mother's tragic fate and intensifies their quest for the truth.

During their mother’s burial, Louise and Michael meet Father Thorne, a priest who claims he knew their mother. His presence raises more questions and hints at deeper connections to their family's dark past.

That same night, Father Thorne mysteriously appears outside the farm, beckoning to them before vanishing without a trace. His cryptic behavior leaves Louise and Michael feeling unsettled and confused about their current situation.

Nearby ranch hand Charlie experiences a terrifying vision of Louise, which ultimately drives him to take his own life. Unbeknownst to Louise and Michael, this tragic event is yet another connection to the dark forces at play.

Worried about their father's critical condition, Louise and Michael call for a doctor. The doctor confirms that moving him could be fatal, which further complicates their already dire situation.

The siblings discover their entire herd of goats brutally slaughtered on the farm. They are forced to dispose of the carcasses in a bonfire, further deepening the sense of malevolence surrounding them.

As night falls, Michael encounters an apparition of their mother in the barn, filled with dread. Louise experiences a haunting nightmare with an entity attempting to possess her, which heightens their sense of danger.

Charlie's granddaughter visits the farm and inadvertently brings with her a dark energy. This dark presence begins to mimic her, revealing itself as the malicious entity that has haunted the family.

The nurse, now possessed by this malevolent force, lashes out at Louise in a fit of rage. This violent encounter culminates in a gruesome act of self-harm, showcasing the entity's influence over her.

Michael returns home only to find the lifeless bodies of his wife and daughters, victims of a grotesque tragedy. This shocking moment drives him into despair, leading him to contemplate drastic actions.

As the night deepens, Louise awakens to the grim reality of her father's passing. In a chilling twist, the sinister entity claims her as well, leading to an unsettling conclusion to the siblings' horrific nightmare.