The Lure

The Lure

Year: 2017

Runtime: 92 min

Language: English

Director: Agnieszka Smoczynska

DramaThrillerHorrorComedyMusical

Two mermaid sisters venture from their ocean home to 1980s Poland, drawn by the promise of music and adventure. They captivate audiences with their enchanting voices and mesmerizing beauty as they immerse themselves in the local club scene. However, as one sister falls for a human, the sisters confront complex issues of love, survival, and identity in this darkly comedic and musically rich coming-of-age story, exploring themes of exploitation and the challenges of growing up in a strange new world.

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1

Mermaids Discover the Band

In the vibrant 1980s, two enchanting mermaids named Golden and Silver find themselves drawn to a rock band called Figs n' Dates, which is playing lively music on a picturesque Polish beach. Their curiosity leads them to the band’s nightclub, where they decide to join in on the festivities.

Poland
2

Joining the Nightclub

Golden and Silver begin their journey in the nightclub as strippers and backup singers, quickly captivating the audience with their beauty and charm. As their performances grow in popularity, the duo evolves into a stunning act known as The Lure, partnered with the band.

Nightclub
3

Golden's Dark Turn

After a particularly electrifying show, Golden succumbs to her darker instincts and commits murder, taking the life of a bar patron. This shocking action unveils the darker side of their new life, complicating both the sisters’ fame and their desires.

Nightclub
4

Silver's Unrequited Love

Silver develops a deep infatuation for Mietek, the bassist of Figs n' Dates. However, her feelings are met with indifference, as Mietek perceives her merely as a fish, creating an emotional rift that further complicates the sisters' lives.

Nightclub
5

Triton's Warning

Golden encounters Triton, a mysterious singing sea creature from a metal band, who shares a dire prophecy. He reveals that if Silver falls in love and receives love in return, she will tragically turn into sea foam, heightening the stakes for both sisters.

Nightclub
6

Confrontation with Bandmates

As tensions rise between the mermaids and the band, Golden’s violent tendencies lead to a fierce confrontation. In an attempt to silence the sisters, their bandmates roll their bodies in carpets and dispose of them in the river, seemingly sealing their fate.

River
7

Miraculous Return

Surprisingly, Golden and Silver emerge alive and unscathed, returning to the nightclub. Their unexpected comeback astonishes the band, who quickly apologize for their earlier aggression, allowing the mermaids to reclaim their spotlight.

Nightclub
8

Silver's Transformation

In an attempt to win Mietek's affection, Silver undergoes a dangerous surgery to exchange her fish tail for legs. Though this transformation brings her closer to him, it comes at the heavy price of losing her enchanting singing voice.

Medical Facility
9

Failed Seduction

Now with legs, Silver desperately tries to seduce Mietek, but her attempts are thwarted when the sight of blood from her surgical scars horrifies him. This rejection deepens her despair and highlights the sacrifices she made for love.

Nightclub
10

Mietek's New Love

As time passes, Mietek meets and marries another woman he meets at a recording studio, leaving Silver heartbroken. During the wedding reception, both sisters attend, struggling with their own emotions amidst the celebration.

Recording Studio
11

Urgent Warning

At the wedding, Golden and Triton urgently warn Silver about the dark prophecy that looms over her. They reveal that if she does not consume Mietek before dawn, she will fade into sea foam, adding an element of urgency to her turmoil.

Wedding Reception
12

The Dance

In a poignant moment, Silver shares a tender dance with Mietek, filled with unspoken words and emotions. Despite the pressure of the prophecy, she cannot bring herself to commit the monstrous act of consuming him.

Wedding Reception
13

Silver's Transformation

In a heartrending climax, Silver transforms into sea foam in Mietek's embrace, fulfilling the tragic prophecy. Her sacrifice marks a poignant end to her love story, leaving behind memories of what could have been.

Wedding Reception
14

Golden's Revenge

Devastated by Silver's fate, Golden spirals into a rage and exacts brutal vengeance on Mietek. In a shocking turn, she tears out his throat before plunging back into the ocean, leaving the wedding party in utter disbelief and horror.

Wedding Reception

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