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The Platform – Summary & Ending Explained

The Platform – Summary & Ending Explained

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The Platform, directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia and released in 2019, is a dystopian thriller that delves into the complexities of human nature, class disparity, and the struggle for survival. The narrative unfolds within a vertical prison known as "The Hole," consisting of numerous levels stacked on top of each other. Each level has two occupants, and a platform laden with food descends from the top to the bottom, providing sustenance for a limited time. Goreng (Iván Massagué), the protagonist, awakens on Level 48, accompanied by Trimagasi (Zorion Eguileor), his cellmate. As the platform descends, the two prisoners discover that those on higher levels feast on the available food, leaving little to nothing for those below. The platform stops on each level for a predetermined amount of ...
Red Lights – Summary & Ending Explained

Red Lights – Summary & Ending Explained

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Red Lights, directed by Rodrigo Cortés and released in 2012, is a psychological thriller that delves into the world of paranormal investigations and the blurred lines between skepticism and belief. The film follows Dr. Margaret Matheson (Sigourney Weaver) and her assistant Tom Buckley (Cillian Murphy), two professional debunkers who specialize in exposing fraudulent paranormal activities. The plot kicks off with the introduction of Simon Silver (Robert De Niro), a blind psychic with a controversial reputation for his seemingly genuine paranormal abilities. Silver returns to the public eye after years of seclusion, and his resurgence captures the attention of the media and the paranormal community. Dr. Matheson, however, remains skeptical and is determined to debunk Silver's abilities, c...
The Departed – Summary & Ending Explained

The Departed – Summary & Ending Explained

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Martin Scorsese's The Departed, released in 2006, is a gripping crime thriller that weaves a complex narrative of deception, loyalty, and betrayal within the gritty backdrop of the Boston underworld. The film follows two protagonists on opposite sides of the law: Billy Costigan (Leonardo DiCaprio), an undercover cop infiltrating the mob, and Colin Sullivan (Matt Damon), a mole within the police force feeding information to the mob. Set against the backdrop of the Irish mob led by Frank Costello (Jack Nicholson), the Massachusetts State Police devises a plan to infiltrate the criminal organization. Billy Costigan, a young officer with a troubled family history, is chosen to go undercover. Simultaneously, Colin Sullivan, groomed by Costello since childhood, rises through the ranks of the ...
What Lies Beneath – Summary & Ending Explained

What Lies Beneath – Summary & Ending Explained

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Released in 2000 and directed by Robert Zemeckis, "What Lies Beneath" is a supernatural thriller that seamlessly blends elements of horror and suspense. The film stars Michelle Pfeiffer as Claire Spencer and Harrison Ford as Dr. Norman Spencer, a seemingly idyllic couple residing in a picturesque lakeside home. As the plot unfolds, the Spencers' peaceful life takes a dark turn when Claire begins experiencing eerie and unexplainable occurrences, leading her to uncover a chilling mystery that lies beneath the surface. Claire, an artist and empty nester, begins to notice strange happenings in her home. Initially dismissing them as mere figments of her imagination, she becomes increasingly convinced that there is a malevolent presence in the house. As she investigates, Claire uncovers a con...
Orphan – Plot Summary & Ending Explained

Orphan – Plot Summary & Ending Explained

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Orphan is a psychological thriller directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, released in 2009. The film follows the story of the Coleman family, who adopts a mysterious and troubled 9-year-old girl named Esther from an orphanage after tragically losing their own child. However, as Esther integrates into their family life, strange and disturbing events begin to unfold. Kate (Vera Farmiga) and John (Peter Sarsgaard) Coleman are still reeling from the loss of their unborn child, and they decide to adopt to fill the void in their family. Despite initial reservations about adopting an older child, they are drawn to Esther (Isabelle Fuhrman), a seemingly well-mannered and talented girl. As Esther becomes part of the family, strange occurrences start happening around her, causing Kate to become susp...