The Power

The Power

Year: 2021

Runtime: 92 min

Language: English

Director: Corinna Faith

Horror

In 1974 London, facing potential electrical blackouts, trainee nurse Val begins her night shift at a nearly deserted East London Royal Infirmary. Surrounded by an unsettling emptiness and with patients and staff absent, she quickly realizes something sinister lurks within the crumbling walls. As the night progresses, Val confronts a malevolent force determined to unleash destruction, and must fight to survive the harrowing experience.

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1

Cattle Drive Encounter

In 1925 Montana, during a cattle drive, George Burbank meets Rose Gordon, a widow and inn owner. George's kind nature quickly attracts Rose, setting the stage for their romantic connection.

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2

Marriage to Rose

Soon after their meeting, George and Rose's relationship flourishes, leading to a marriage. With his financial support, Rose is able to send her son Peter to college, aspiring for a medical career.

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3

Phil's Ridicule Begins

Phil Burbank, George's brother, begins to ridicule Rose's son Peter, targeting his lisp and perceived weaknesses. This animosity sets a tense tone for the family dynamic at the ranch.

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4

Dinner Party Disaster

In an attempt to unite their families, George hosts a dinner party where Rose is pressured to play the piano. Phil's mockery of the situation results in further humiliation for Rose, enhancing her feelings of inadequacy.

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5

Rose's Descent into Alcoholism

Following the traumatic dinner party, Rose, who previously avoided alcohol, begins to drink heavily. Her struggle with alcoholism deepens, hidden from George, who remains unaware of her plight.

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6

Peter Arrives at the Ranch

As summer arrives, Peter returns to the ranch, becoming the target of Phil's continued taunts. Feeling unsafe, Peter retreat into isolation, focusing on his studies in dissection and diseases.

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7

Phil and Peter's Vulnerable Encounter

In a moment of vulnerability, Peter discovers Phil with a handkerchief belonging to his deceased mentor, Bronco Henry. This discovery prompts unusual interactions, leading Phil to teach Peter horse riding and lasso skills.

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8

Peter's Discovery of Disease

While working on a fencing job, Peter encounters a diseased cow carcass. Examining it with a scalpel, he becomes aware of the hidden dangers they face on the ranch, highlighting the precarious situation.

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9

Phil's Injury

Phil sustains a severe injury during his work that becomes infected. As he battles this health crisis, Rose's alcoholism worsens, complicating their already strained family relations.

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10

Rose's Bold Defiance

In a desperate act of defiance against Phil's abusive behavior, Rose gives unneeded hides to local Indigenous traders. This act of rebellion leads to her intoxication and a subsequent breakdown, highlighting her spiraling mental state.

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11

Phil and Peter's Bonding

Finding a shared interest in crafting a lasso from the hides, Peter and Phil bond late into the night. Their collaboration reveals a complex relationship, mixing shared experiences with underlying tension and regret.

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12

Phil's Hospitalization

The following morning, a distressed George discovers Phil gravely ill due to his infected wound. Rushed to the hospital, Phil's health deteriorates rapidly, leading to a chaotic scene at the ranch.

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13

Phil's Death and the Aftermath

Following Phil's hospitalization, George learns of his brother's demise caused by anthrax, despite Phil's precautions. The revelation leaves George perplexed and devastated as he prepares for Phil's burial.

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14

Peter's Silent Resolve

In the wake of Phil's death, Peter refrains from attending the funeral. Instead, he reflects quietly, reading a passage from the Book of Common Prayer, hinting at his complex feelings toward the events that unfolded.

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15

Final Act of Calculated Action

In a chilling conclusion, Peter places the completed lasso beneath his bed with gloved hands. Observing George and a sober Rose share a tender moment, Peter's actions suggest a calculated response to protect his mother from Phil’s influence.

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Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 23:18

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