The Dark

A wife visiting Wales who strives to repair her fractured relationship with her daughter. As the mythic danger surfaces, she risks everything by following the living Ebrill toward Annwyn, exposing the fragility of family ties and her own capacity for self-sacrifice.

Adèlle’s husband, who tries to keep things grounded and cautions against chasing legends. He protests when Adèlle and Ebrill jump toward Annwyn, but remains deeply invested in his family amid escalating supernatural peril.

Adèlle’s daughter, whose relationship with her mother is strained by arguments and emotional distress. She vanishes on the beach, and the revived Ebrill’s return makes her central to the conflict. The film later reveals that Sarah had attempted suicide following an argument with her mother, adding to the emotional weight.

The long-dead daughter of a local shepherd, back as a living substitute for Sarah. Her return carries an evil presence that lashes out, reflecting the town’s buried sins. Ebrill’s revival drives the supernatural thread and the danger that follows from meddling with Annwyn.

A local shepherd and elder who once followed the pastor. He understands the town’s folklore and provides crucial context about Annwyn, including the events that allowed Ebrill to be freed and the dangerous legacy that follows.