The Son

The Son

Year: 2019

Runtime: 92 min

Language: english

Director: Sebastián Schindel

Echo Score: 62
Thriller

A painter's desire for a fresh start with his new wife is tested when her behavior becomes increasingly unpredictable during her pregnancy. Following the arrival of their son, their relationship deteriorates into a tense and obsessive dynamic, pushing them to the edge of emotional breakdown and threatening their fragile new family.

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Timeline – The Son (2019)

Trace every key event in The Son (2019) 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

Escape from the Cult

Laura escapes from a terrifying cult while in a frantic state. As she drives away, her labor suddenly begins, forcing her to pull over and give birth to her son, David.

2

Eight Years Later

Fast forward eight years, and Laura strives to lead a normal life with her son David. Despite her efforts, the shadow of her past looms over them.

3

Unsettling Discovery

One night, Laura checks on David and is horrified to see strangers surrounding his bed. In a panic, she slams the door, sealing her fears about the potential danger her son faces.

4

Emergency Call for Help

In distress, Laura seeks help from her neighbor, Susan, who promptly calls the police. However, upon their return, the mysterious figures have vanished, leaving David in a sickly state.

Laura's home
5

Police Response

Two police officers, Paul and Steve, respond to Laura's call. While Paul shows compassion and concern, Steve dismisses Laura's fears, adding to her growing sense of isolation.

6

Hospital Visit

Following a frightening incident where David vomits blood, Laura rushes him to the hospital. Despite the doctors' exhaustive efforts, they are unable to pinpoint the cause of his illness.

Hospital
7

Flashback to the Past

Exhausted from the stress, Laura falls asleep at David's bedside and dreams of her traumatic time in the cult. She is haunted by visions of a chilling banner that ominously reads: 'He Is Coming.'

Hospital
8

David's Recovery

To Laura's astonishment, she wakes up to find David seemingly recovered. But the relief is short-lived as her fears continue to overshadow their lives.

Hospital
9

Decision to Leave

Back home, Laura shares her decision with Paul to sell their house and start over. Paul, however, persuades her to reconsider, hinting at a deeper connection between them.

Laura's home
10

David's Disturbing Change

Suddenly, David screams, alarming Laura and Paul. They find him convulsing in bed, leading to a renewed hospital visit that heightens Laura's anxieties about her son.

Hospital
11

Chilling Discovery at Susan's House

Fearing for David's safety, Laura takes him to seek refuge at Susan's house. Upon returning with supplies, she is horrified to find that David has brutally murdered Susan.

Susan's house
12

Covering Up the Horror

In a frantic attempt to cover up the atrocity, Laura paints 'He Is Coming' alongside the cult's symbol on the wall, hoping to shift blame away from her son.

Susan's house
13

Past Revealed

As the pressure mounts, Steve uncovers Laura's dark past through newspaper articles, revealing her real name, Anna, and her abduction by the cult, while Paul remains supportive.

14

Seeking Answers

Desperate for clarity, Laura meets with Jimmy, another cult escapee, who shocking reveals that she was impregnated by a demon during her captivity.

15

Final Confrontation

In a chilling climax, Laura attempts to sacrifice David in a dark rite to summon the demon. Just as she is about to strike, Paul and another officer intervene, leading to a tragic end.

Cult's house

Last Updated: November 15, 2024 at 20:32

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