Whirlpool

Sara is a middle-aged photographer who hosts Theo and Tulia at her country home, presenting a warm, maternal facade. She becomes entangled in the dangerous dynamics she helps foster, often gazing at Rhonda's photographs as if seeking a connection to a past she cannot reclaim. Her loyalties are ambiguous, oscillating between care and complicity as Theo's plans unfold.

Tulia is a young fashion model brought to the house for Theo's photography sessions. She is frightened by the cloaked figure and haunted by Rhonda's disappearance, with nightmares that blur the line between dream and danger. Her vulnerability makes her a focal point in Theo's manipulative games, and she fights to escape the escalating scheme.

Theo is an aspiring photographer with a brutal, sadistic streak, orchestrating sexual encounters to photograph them. He uses manipulation and staged acts to exercise control, killing those who threaten his plans. On the surface he can appear charming, but his true nature is a ruthless, dangerous predator who stops at nothing to maintain power.

Rhonda is a fellow model who spends time at Sara's home and becomes a troubling memory for the house’s occupants. She is frightened by the lake and later vanishes, her fate serving as a catalyst for investigation and fear. Her presence lingers through photos and conversations, hinting at a deeper danger tied to Theo.

Mr. Field is the inspector investigating Rhonda's disappearance, pressing Theo for answers and searching Sara's house for clues. His probing presence heightens the tension until his life is claimed in the woods by Theo. His role anchors the investigation and exposes the peril within the home.