The Nest

The Nest

Year: 2020

Runtime: 107 min

Language: English

Director: T. Sean Durkin

DramaRomance

In 1980s England, Rory, a former broker, persuades his American wife, Allison, to leave their suburban life for a historic manor house. Hoping to revive his career, Rory reconnects with former business associates, but his ambition puts a strain on his marriage. As the manor reveals its secrets and falls into disrepair, the couple’s carefully constructed life begins to unravel, exposing hidden tensions and ultimately challenging the stability of their family.

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1

Dr. Ben Cahill's Breakdown

Dr. Ben Cahill, overwhelmed by a failing marriage and addiction to alcohol, faces immense pressure in his emergency room duties. This culminates in a severe emotional breakdown, forcing his supervisor to mandate a break for him to recuperate.

Emergency Room
2

Retreat to Orr Island

Seeking solace, Dr. Cahill retreats to Orr Island, a peaceful fishing community in Maine where he and his ex-wife once owned a home. This serene setting provides him a much-needed escape from his tumultuous life.

Orr Island
3

Investigation Begins

At the request of Sheriff Hobbs, Dr. Cahill embarks on an investigation into a series of bizarre cases involving animal and human corpses. The unusual internal and external injuries prompt him to delve deeper into the island's mysteries.

Orr Island
4

Discovery of the Cockroaches

In his investigation, Dr. Cahill makes a shocking discovery of invasive red cockroaches with pincers. This unusual trait leads him to suspect that these creatures may be part of a much darker issue affecting the community.

Orr Island
5

Encounters with Hostility

As the cockroaches invade his home, Dr. Cahill faces open hostility from the island's tight-knit community. An altercation escalates dramatically when a local named Jack breaks into his house, leading to a grisly fatal encounter with the very insects.

Dr. Cahill's House
6

Autopsy on Jack

Following Jack's demise, Sheriff Hobbs allows Dr. Cahill to conduct an autopsy on the body. The examination reveals the horrifying truth that the cockroach-like creatures invade human hosts, consuming their internal organs.

Orr Island
7

Rumors and Mob Justice

With rumors swirling around the recent deaths, tension escalates within the town, with many locals blaming Dr. Cahill. This culminates in an angry mob decision, resulting in Cahill and his girlfriend, Nell, being imprisoned.

Orr Island
8

Sheriff Hobbs' Murder

In a tragic twist, Sheriff Hobbs becomes one of the victims of the clawed insects. His murder is discovered by a local named Guy, further escalating chaos and fear in the community.

Orr Island
9

Race to Evacuate

Once free, Dr. Cahill and Nell rush to evacuate the islanders, starting with Nell's mother and her schoolchildren. The situation becomes dire as they realize one child is missing, which prompts a desperate search.

Orr Island
10

Rescue of the Missing Boy

Cahill and Nell bravely rescue the missing child, uncovering a horrific cockroach nest hidden within a barn. This discovery highlights the dire threat posed by the infestation, increasing urgency for the locals.

Barn on Orr Island
11

Townsfolk Skeptical of the Threat

Despite the unveiling horrors, the increasingly skeptical townsfolk refuse to believe in the imminent danger. As swarm of mutant insects descends upon the town, panic and chaos ensue.

Orr Island
12

Desperate Escape

Realizing the gravity of the situation, Dr. Cahill, Nell, Guy, and Henry make a desperate bid for survival by fleeing to the mainland. However, their attempt is thwarted as they encounter another vicious attack from the insects.

Off the Coast of Orr Island
13

Boat Overturned

During the relentless attack, their boat capsizes, throwing the group into peril. In a twist of fortune, they manage to ignite a fuel pump, incinerating a significant portion of the invading cockroach infestation.

Coastal Waters
14

Military Reinforcements Arrive

As chaos reigns, military reinforcements are finally called in to address the horrific infestation. However, the arrival comes too late for many, and the future remains uncertain for the surviving inhabitants of the island.

Orr Island
15

Ominous Ending

The film closes with a chilling revelation that one of the deadly insects has made its way to the mainland. This leaves viewers with a haunting sense of foreboding about what might transpire next and the potential spread of the threat.

Mainland

Last Updated: November 15, 2024 at 17:46

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