Thinner

Thinner

Year: 1996

Runtime: 93 min

FantasyHorror

An overweight lawyer finds his life spiraling out of control after crossing paths with a Romani woman, who places a curse upon him. The curse triggers a horrifying physical transformation, causing him to rapidly lose weight. As the pounds melt away, he experiences disturbing physical and psychological changes, desperately seeking a way to break the curse before it destroys him completely.

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1

Billy Halleck's Life

Billy Halleck is a self-absorbed, overweight lawyer living in Castle Rock, Maine. He leads a comfortable life with his wife, Heidi, and their daughter, Linda, but is oblivious to the consequences of his actions.

Castle Rock, Maine
2

The Accident

During a local carnival, Billy accidentally runs over an elderly Gypsy woman after being distracted by his wife. This incident sets off a chain of sinister events that will change his life forever.

Castle Rock, Maine
3

The Court Hearing

Billy faces a court hearing regarding the accident but walks away with no repercussions. This lack of justice enrages the woman's family, leading them to take matters into their own hands.

Castle Rock, Maine Courthouse
4

The Curse is Laid

The woman's father, Tadzu Lempke, a powerful warlock, curses Billy in retaliation. He utters the word 'Thinner,' marking the beginning of Billy's horrifying transformation as he begins to lose weight uncontrollably.

5

Fate of the Judge and Chief

As the curse takes effect, corrupt Judge Cary Rossington and Police Chief Duncan Hopely are also afflicted. Both men meet gruesome ends, illustrating the curse's terrifying power and further signaling the danger Billy faces.

6

Billy's Skepticism

Despite the visible effects of the curse, Billy remains in denial about the supernatural nature of his predicament. It isn't until a clinic visit confirms his rapid weight loss that he must confront the reality of the curse he is under.

Clinic
7

Seeking Help

Determined to lift the curse, Billy seeks out Lempke, despite his family's disbelief. His sense of urgency grows as he realizes he cannot escape the curse’s effects on his own.

Carnival in Connecticut
8

Encounter with Lempke's Family

At the carnival, Billy attempts to confront Lempke but is met with hostility. He is shot in the hand by Lempke's great-granddaughter, Gina, showcasing the escalating conflict between him and the Gypsy family.

Carnival in Connecticut
9

Richie's Involvement

Billy enlists the help of his former client, Richie Ginelli, who believes in the curse. Richie's commitment leads to dark decisions, including poisoning and threatening the Gypsies to pressure Lempke.

10

Chaos at the Gypsy Camp

Richie's aggression culminates in a violent confrontation at the Gypsy camp, resulting in chaos and fatalities, including the loss of Gina's husband. This horrific event marks a turning point in the escalating feud.

Gypsy Camp
11

The FBI Ruse

In a twisted plot, Richie impersonates an FBI agent to lure Gina into a trap. This unethical maneuver escalates tensions further, leading to violent confrontations that put everyone in peril.

12

Meeting with Lempke

Billy and Richie finally meet with Lempke, who admits he cannot lift the curse. Instead, he proposes a horrific solution: transfer the curse through a cursed pie, forcing Billy to confront his moral dilemma.

13

Unintended Consequences

Billy, conflicted but desperate, takes the cursed pie home. In a tragic twist of fate, he inadvertently allows Heidi to eat a piece, leading to her tragic demise and amplifying Billy's guilt.

14

Loss of Linda

Horrified to discover that his daughter, Linda, also consumed the pie, Billy is consumed by guilt. This realization shatters any sense of relief and plunges him into despair as he grapples with the consequences of his actions.

15

Confrontation with Fate

As Billy prepares to accept the grim reality of his situation, the sudden arrival of Dr. Mike Houston presents a new dilemma. Faced with the cursed pie and the weight of his choices, Billy stands on the brink of redemption and despair.

Last Updated: November 02, 2024 at 12:31

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