The Wretched

The Wretched

Year: 2020

Runtime: 95 min

Language: English

Directors: Brett Pierce, Drew T. Pierce

Echo Score: 60

Budget: $5K

Horror

During a summer spent with his estranged father at a coastal marina, a troubled teenager named Ben finds himself facing more than just awkward family dynamics. He soon suspects a sinister force is targeting the local children, and as he investigates, he uncovers a malevolent presence lurking in the nearby woods. Dismissed and disbelieved, Ben must confront his own inner demons while desperately trying to protect the community and stop the terrifying entity before it claims another victim.

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1

Megan's Babysitting Job

In 1985, Megan arrives at the Gambel residence for a seemingly normal babysitting job. However, her night quickly turns into a nightmare when she hears sinister noises emanating from the basement, prompting a terrifying exploration.

1985 Gambel Residence
2

Confrontation with Horror

As Megan investigates the basement, she encounters a chilling sight of something horrific preying on its victims. Her frantic attempt to escape leads to a gruesome fate at the hands of Mr. Gambel, leaving behind a haunting symbol engraved on the door.

Gambel Residence
3

Ben's Family Struggles

In the present day, Ben seeks refuge in his father Liam's home amidst the turmoil of his parents’ divorce. While grappling with his emotions, he tries to find solace in the stability of his father’s house.

Liam's Home
4

Meeting Mallory and Gage

While at the local marina, Ben becomes acquainted with Mallory, igniting a spark between them. However, this connection is disrupted by his confrontations with the arrogant Gage, leading to moments of tension.

Local Marina
5

Discovery in the Woods

Abbie and her son Dillon venture into the woods and discover a tree marked with the same mysterious symbol that troubled Megan. Dillon's curiosity leads him to approach the tree, which suddenly becomes alive with an ominous presence.

Woods
6

Eerie Events Unfold

As night falls, Abbie's family returns with a deer, only to confront the unsettling aftermath of their catch. The following day brings a budding friendship between Ben and Dillon amidst signs of Abbie's deteriorating life.

Abbie's Home
7

Mallory's Party

Ben attends a party with Mallory, diverting from his family responsibilities for a fun night. However, things take a humiliating turn when his romantic moments go awry, leading to a public embarrassment.

Party Location
8

The Nursery Horror

The morning after the party, Abbie investigates her son Sam's nursery and discovers a grotesque scene filled with blood and gore. As she delves deeper, something unseen overpowers her, leading to a spine-chilling disappearance.

Sam's Nursery
9

Dillon's Fear

Ben finds Dillon hiding in fear from Abbie's ominous presence. Their interaction is interrupted when Ty enters, prompting Dillon to seek refuge elsewhere, highlighting the growing dread surrounding Abbie.

Liam's Home
10

Ben's Investigation

Alarmed by the sinister events, Ben investigates the dark past of a malevolent sorceress. His findings in the cellar lead him to uncover a photo with a crucial detail missing, further deepening the mystery surrounding Abbie's family.

Ty and Abbie's Cellar
11

Race Against Time

In a frantic attempt to save Lily from the sorceress's clutches, Ben arrives at the scene too late. Accused of various crimes, he fights to prove his innocence even as the darkness continues to grow ever closer.

12

Possession and Chaos

Alone with Sara, Ben witnesses the telltale signs of possession. In a desperate effort to free her, he injures her, but the sorceress twists the scene to frame Ben as the villain, leading to his arrest.

Liam's Home
13

The Escape

With the help of a heroic dog, Ben manages to escape from custody just as the chaos envelops him. Meanwhile, Liam discovers the horrifying remnants left by the sorceress, leading to stomach-churning revelations.

Abbie's Home
14

Confrontation with the Sorceress

In a climactic showdown, Ben confronts the witch as time runs out to save his siblings. He witnesses the witch consuming Dillon's lifeless form, intensifying the urgency of his quest.

Witch's Lair
15

Ending with Unease

After fighting against all odds, Ben, Nathan, and their mother share emotional farewells. However, as Ben catches sight of the flower in his hair, he realizes the witch has returned, now possessing Mallory, leaving an unsettling future ahead.

Outside Liam's Home

Last Updated: November 17, 2024 at 13:10

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