The Monster Beneath Us (2024) Movie Script
1
[ominous orchestral music]
[crow cawing]
[music continues]
[footsteps]
[crow cawing]
[crow cawing]
[footsteps]
[crow cawing]
[crows cawing]
[music continues]
[clock ticking]
[writing]
[knock on door]
Who is there?
Mrs. Gray, Milord.
Oh.
What do you want?
Afternoon tea is ready.
I don't want it.
But sir, you haven't
eaten in days.
I'm not hungry.
Milord, I must insist,
otherwise perhaps a visit
from Father Steven
or the physician.
Why?
I'm perfectly well.
Pardon my frankness, sir,
but you don't seem well.
This has been going
on for weeks.
Something must be troubling you.
Something is.
You.
Leave me, Mrs. Gray.
[scribbling continues]
[door opens]
[door closes]
[unsettling orchestral music]
[door opens]
[music continues]
[door closes]
[door rattles]
[door rattles]
[music intensifies, fades]
[pill bottle rattles]
[sips]
[glass clinks]
[clock chiming loudly]
[chiming fades]
[suspenseful music]
[drawer closes]
[distorted buzzing]
[footsteps]
[door bangs shut]
[suspenseful music continues]
[scraping]
[music continues]
[gun clicks]
[music intensifies]
[music fades]
[drip]
[soft suspenseful music]
-[door creaks open]
-[gasps]
[creaking]
No more.
[banging]
I won't have it anymore!
This has to stop!
You hear me?
Stop!
-[low growling]
-[wood cracking]
[panting]
Stop. Please.
Stop.
[door creaks]
[low growling]
[gunshot]
It's not in my head.
It's not.
[intense music]
[snarling]
[dramatic music]
[door rattling]
[grunting]
[panting]
[bang]
[suspenseful music]
[door slams]
[panting]
[loud bang]
I won't allow it!
[loud bang]
No more!
[loud bang]
[latch clicks]
[door creaks]
Stop it!
[panting]
[clicking and growling]
[faint laughter]
[clicking]
Fine.
You win.
I'm sorry, Charlie.
[intense music]
[gunshot]
[dramatic music]
[music fades]
[hooves clip-clopping]
[coach rattling]
[coach rattling]
[crows cawing]
This is it, Mother.
Yes, this is it.
Lady Abbington.
Welcome to Dolorige Manor.
[door opens]
It is so big.
There's more space
in the country
than there is in London.
Father wanted us to live here
forever?
That was his hope. Yes, but...
things change.
Where are the rest of
the staff Mrs. Gray?
They were dismissed, Milady.
Only myself and
the grounds man left
to look after the household.
Oh, for what reason?
His lordship did
not make me privy
to that information, ma'am.
Well, that will
make things easier
once the estate is sold.
You're planning to sell?
Of course.
Oh, please understand
it's nothing personal,
Mrs. Gray.
It's a financial decision.
Well, the Manor,
it's been in the family
for generations.
Apologies, Milady.
That were out of turn.
As I was saying, things change.
Is there somewhere
I can put my flowers?
Certainly.
The parlor room will do nicely.
Follow me.
However long you reside
at Dolorige Manor,
it is my duty
to make you feel at home.
I shall prepare some tea.
You must be thirsty
after your long journey.
No, really, there's no...
Some sandwiches too, perhaps.
What filling would be
preferable, young Master?
Um, cheese, please.
Very good. I'll see to it.
Pardon me.
[door opens]
[door closes]
Why is it so quiet in here?
Well, it's a large empty house.
I don't think anyone
besides Mrs. Gray
has been in here
since your father...
You can say it, Mother.
Since Father died.
Is this where it happened?
What?
Where father died.
Was it in here?
No, no, it wasn't in here.
I can put my flowers here, then.
That's better.
Quite.
[door opens]
[melancholy music]
[melancholy music continues]
[door opens]
[music continues]
[door opens]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful music]
[stairs creaking]
[suspenseful music continues]
[faint growl]
[low creaking]
[faint growl]
Hello?
Come out, kitty, kitty.
Come on.
[growling]
It's okay.
I'm not going to hurt you.
[mewling]
That's it.
Out you come.
You don't need to be afraid.
[clicking, snarling]
Are you...
[woman] Master Charles!
[snarling stops]
-I have to go.
-[low squeal]
-Here, have this.
-[mewling]
So you're not all alone
in the dark.
[mewling]
Bye.
Coming!
[mewling]
[growling]
[unsettling music]
[sighing] Do I have to?
Yes, Charlie.
Your education is
of the utmost importance.
But why can't I
just go to school
like I used to?
We can't afford
your boarding school
at the moment.
The only money we have left
is what your father left us.
So, until we leave here,
you'll have to settle
for tutoring.
Besides, don't you
want to spend time
with your dear mother?
I suppose.
There will be
other children at tutoring.
Yes, of course.
Mrs. Gray's relatives
and the grounds man's
children or the like.
You'll find out today, I expect.
[sighs]
Are you ready?
I think so.
Mm. Of course you are.
Hello, there.
You must be Charles.
Hello.
And that must make you...
Grace Abbington.
Wonderful to meet you,
Lady Abbington.
My name is Ms. Hawthorn.
I will be tutoring Charlie.
So I've heard.
And how are you settling in?
Just fine.
[door creaking]
[high pitched tone]
[high pitched tone]
[gentle music playing]
[birds chirping]
[chair creaks]
[music continues]
[pill bottle rattles]
[drawer slams closed]
[crow cawing]
[tense music]
[door opens]
[door closes]
[footsteps]
[crow cawing]
Hello?
[soft tense music]
Is anyone there?
[crow cawing]
[crow cawing]
It can't have been.
[crow cawing]
[music continues]
[birds singing]
[music intensifies]
[music fades]
[sighs] I don't
care much for Latin,
but Ms. Hawthorn says
we only have to do
a few lessons a week.
What did you do today, Mother?
Oh, I organized
your father's study.
Hmm.
Was it dreadfully dusty?
Father was never
very good at tidying, was he?
[laugh]
Can I see it?
What?
Father's study.
I would like to see.
Tomorrow, of course.
I suppose.
Mother, are you unhappy?
Pardon?
If you wish
to share your thoughts,
Ms. Hawthorn says
I'm a good listener.
Thank you, Charlie.
But I'm perfectly content
with my book.
You certain?
I am.
I'm hungry.
It's rather late
for a snack, Charlie.
How about if I had an apple?
Very well.
You can fetch one
from the kitchen.
But you must take it upstairs
and get ready for bed.
I will.
I'll be up in a few moments
to say goodnight.
[sighs]
[faint growl]
[suspenseful music]
[sighs]
[sighs]
[sighs]
[sighs]
[music continues]
[pill bottle rattling]
[pills rattling]
[clattering]
[suspenseful music continues]
[door creaks open]
Charlie?
[sighs]
Charlie?
[footsteps]
[creaking]
[muffled sounds]
[footsteps moving quickly]
Charlie?
[door creaks open]
[door bangs]
[suspenseful music]
[muffled laughter]
For goodness' sake.
[suspenseful music]
[stairs creaking]
[Charlie] It's all right.
You have it all.
-[clicking]
-I brought it for you.
[clicking]
That's it.
[clicking]
-Do you like it?
-[clicking]
Hmm.
What are you doing
down here, Charlie?
I was just sitting.
Who were you talking to?
Is something the matter, Mother?
No, I'm not sure why
you're down here.
I told you to go upstairs
and get ready for bed.
-I just came...
-No excuses.
Come upstairs, please.
Could I just...
I won't ask again, Charles.
Yes, Mother.
You shouldn't be
coming down here.
It's freezing.
[suspenseful music]
[clicking]
[music fades]
I think I know
why Father liked it here.
Oh?
So quite.
It's not so busy like London.
There is always so much to see
when we go on our walks
with Miss Hawthorn.
Is that so?
Thank you, Mrs. Gray.
And what do your peers
make of Ms. Hawthorn's walks?
I don't know.
What do you mean?
I haven't really asked.
I don't really enjoy
spending time with them.
Surely, there must be someone
you get along with.
No, not really.
But I've made another friend.
A better friend.
Mm.
A better friend?
Yes.
Down in the basement.
Mm. This is good.
Indeed. Mrs. Gray
must have known
that this was your favorite.
Did you, Ms. Gray?
Indeed, young Master.
His Lordship told me.
How lovely.
[fire crackling]
[sighs]
[unsettling music playing]
[music intensifies]
Most struggling thing is
that I know now 13 horses.
No one else can do 13 horses.
[laugh]
Not too far, Charlie.
Stay where we can see you.
Oh, leave him. He's having fun.
[crows cawing]
I will never tire with that.
Mother, Father, come quickly.
Come see what I found.
We're coming.
Look, the lake is frozen.
You know, I fell through
the ice here once.
Really?
Yes, maybe a little
younger than you.
[giggles]
It's beautiful, isn't it?
Yeah.
[unsettling music]
[music intensifies]
-[door opens]
-[gasps]
[creaking]
[soft footsteps]
[rocking chair creaking]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful music]
[low growling]
[growling]
[gasps]
What is it?
[tense music playing]
[panting]
Who's down there?
I warn you. I'm armed.
[tense music continues]
[footsteps]
[suspenseful music]
[music intensifies]
[gasp]
[rocking chair creaking]
[panting]
[gasping]
[exhales]
Pull yourself together.
[suspenseful music fades]
[gasp]
[exhales]
[door creaking]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful
Charlie?
Charlie. Where are you?
[suspenseful music]
[loud footsteps]
[door creaks]
[music intensifies]
[stairs creaking]
[growling]
Charlie!
[snarling]
Get away from him!
[mewling]
Charlie. Charlie, wake up.
Wake up.
Mother? What's going on?
What are you doing down here?
It's the middle of the night.
I had a nightmare.
If you had a nightmare,
why did you not come to me?
Well, I don't want to wake you.
So, you came down here instead.
Yes.
I wanted to be near my friend.
Is your friend here now?
Yes.
They're always here.
Come upstairs please.
I don't like you
being down here.
But Mother, please. I...
If you have a nightmare,
you come to me.
I have no quarrel
with you waking me up.
Yes, Mother.
Come, now.
This is no place
for a child to sleep.
[unsettling music]
[crow cawing]
[suspenseful music]
[sigh]
[crows cawing]
[pill bottle rattles]
[pills rattle]
[clock chiming]
Afternoon tea, Milady.
Thank you, Mrs. Gray.
You asked me
to bring an extra cup.
Indeed. Um...
I would like you
to join me, Mrs. Gray.
Oh, is there a problem, ma'am?
No, no problem.
I wanted to have a word
about the house.
The Manor.
If I could be quite candid
with you, Mrs. Gray,
I would like to discuss
the state of the finances.
I do not think
that's appropriate, ma'am.
Everything is in disarray.
There are demands here.
Debts I wasn't even aware of.
It's become quite clear
that James was not
keeping up with
his work appointments
or his payments
and I'm lost, quite frankly.
You've known James
since he was a child.
Correct?
He would visit
his uncle on occasion.
When his mother would allow.
And when he moved
to the Manor permanently,
did you notice
any melancholia then?
I only ask because
it was quite unusual
for James to be so disorganized.
I'm trying to understand
what happened.
On first arrival,
his lordship was
most amicable with the staff.
And did his temperament change?
I'm afraid so, Milady.
He began to withdraw
from public life.
He stopped receiving guests,
or checking on the renovations
of the property.
Became very curt with the staff,
reclusive towards the end,
if you understand me.
If you don't mind me
saying, Milady,
I do not think
his lordship's melancholia
was due to the difficulties
between yourselves.
Indeed, he was most positive
about the idea of you
and Master Charles joining him.
As I'm sure you're aware,
the Abbington's have
a history of low spirits.
I am well aware.
But James, he was
never like his uncle.
He was...
Regardless, I'm not sure
how this helps me
settle the outstanding accounts.
Maybe his family could help.
They would visit often.
Lady Esme lives but a...
short ride away.
Yes, I'm well aware.
I would rather not
involve Lady Abbington.
Though I thank you
for the suggestion.
Well, if I can be
of any more assistance, ma'am.
I need to prepare supper.
Mrs. Gray.
Did James ever
venture into the woods?
I'm not sure I follow, ma'am.
The woods.
The end of the Manor.
Did he go riding
or take walks there?
I saw him a few times, ma'am.
I did not want to pry
or ask what he was doing.
The woods are
best avoided, I think.
You wouldn't want to stumble.
The trees make it
easy to get lost.
[children playing]
[woman] Careful, children.
[children playing]
[boy] What are you playing?
[Charlie] A game.
[boy] I can see that.
What's the game?
It's called Jacks.
How do you play?
Just pick up the jacks.
Why you playing by yourself?
I want to.
You're incredibly odd,
did you know that?
I'm not surprised
you don't have any friends.
There. Nice and warm.
Just what you needed
after a long day.
I'm going to have my bath now.
Do you want
to stay here and read,
or would you like
some more milk before bed?
-Some more milk.
-[chuckles]
Go downstairs
and find Mrs. Gray.
She'll be in the kitchen,
I expect.
Good evening, Master Charles.
What can I do for you?
Could I have some
more milk, please?
Mother said I'm allowed.
Certainly. Run along now.
Won't be long.
Thank you.
[melancholy music]
[door creaks open]
[water dripping]
[melancholy music continues]
[water sloshing]
[water dripping]
[James] I think you're being
rather hasty about this.
Oh, I'm being hasty.
Fine talk coming
from you, James.
If you could give me
a moment to explain.
For us to discuss...
There's nothing to discuss!
You should have
thought of the consequences
the moment you...
How many times
must I apologize
for one mistake?
I have accepted the fault
of my actions.
Can't undo them, Grace.
You wouldn't even give
me the opportunity
to make things right with...
Because there's
no way you can, James!
[water dripping]
What about Charlie?
He will stay here with me.
He's my son, Grace.
He's mine too, James.
[water sloshing]
You may choose to move
to your family's estate, James.
My estate, Grace.
Dolorige was left to me, alone.
If your grievances are with
my mother's proximity...
My grievance is with you, James!
[water dripping]
I will never give up on us.
[kisses]
[screams]
[coughing]
[sobbing]
[sobs]
[sobs]
"There was no choice.
He was going to have to crawl
through the tunnel."
"Christopher lowered himself
onto his hands and knees
and started to crawl forwards."
Where did you go?
[suspenseful music playing]
[low growl]
I told you not to do that.
Settle down.
[mewling]
Where was I?
-Here it is.
-[growling, clicking]
"Christopher lowered himself
onto his hands and knees
and started to crawl forwards
into the dark black hole."
[growling]
I think that's enough for today.
My mother will be expecting me.
[clicking]
-I will come back. I won't
read anymore without you.
-[clicking]
If I don't go,
I'll be in trouble.
[mewling]
Go on.
[mewling]
[growling]
[Charlie] Oh.
[snarling]
Ow! Let go!
I'm not going
to read anymore without you.
Ow!
Let go!
-[growling]
-Ow!
Now look what you've done.
And I have to hide this.
[clicking]
[mewling]
[crows cawing]
[hooves clip-clopping]
[coach rattling]
[sighs]
[door opens]
[door closes]
[footsteps]
Begging your pardon, ma'am,
but a carriage
is approaching the house.
Carriage?
We made no plans
to see visitors today.
I believe it is
Lady Abbington, ma'am.
[sighs] For goodness' sake.
Are they close?
Moments away.
Trust Esme to invite herself.
Charlie is upstairs
in his bedroom.
See to it that
he's appropriately dressed.
Right away, ma'am.
[rustling]
What a surprise this is.
[man] Forgive
the intrusion, Grace.
I said we should
have called ahead.
But Mother insisted.
No. You are always welcome here.
It's wonderful to
see you, Thomas.
And you, dear Florence,
how have you been?
Well, Aunt Grace,
Mother send her love
to you and cousin Charlie.
She was sad not to be able
to join us today.
Thank you, Florence.
Lady Esme.
You look tired, Grace.
Thank you for
your concern, my Lady,
but I'm quite well.
Shall we go inside?
How have you been, my Lady?
Cold. That journey is awful.
I'd have much preferred
had you brought
Charles to visit us.
But I expect
that's asking too much.
Now, now, Mother.
Grace and Charlie have only
recently arrived in the north.
I'm sure Grace planned to visit
once they settled
into their new home.
Of course.
[intense music]
[door closes]
[Florence]
Where's Charlie, Aunt Grace?
Can I go and say hello to him?
Of course. He's down
in the parlor room.
Just down there.
We'll meet you in a moment.
I noticed you and Charles
did not attend church
Sunday last, Grace.
Oh, an oversight
on my part, my Lady.
In the move up north,
I lost all track of days.
Mm.
We will be in attendance,
of course,
every week.
Good.
It's very dusty
in here, isn't it?
Have the staff been taking
privileges with you, Grace?
Well, we only have one member
of household staff at present.
Pardon?
It seems that James dismissed
the rest of the staff when he...
And do you intend
keeping it that way?
Indeed. There seems no point
in hiring new members of staff
when our time here
will be limited.
Limited?
Dolorige Manor will be
on the market
by the end of the month.
And, with any luck,
it will sell before the summer.
Sell?
Don't be obtuse, Thomas.
Of course, she's selling.
Why would Grace
want to ensure that Charles
remains near
the rest of his family
or indeed keep a property
that is so integral
to her husband's heritage?
That's unkind, Mother
I assume the house
is simply too large
for such a small household.
Thank you, Thomas. Exactly.
Shall we go into
the parlor room?
And where's my favorite
grandson?
-Hello, Grandmama.
-Ooh!
What are you doing
playing on the floor?
-You'll ruin your clothes.
-That's not true...
Charlie. I did tell you
to play on the table.
Uh, don't blame Charles
for your own failings, Grace.
Let's move on, shall we?
Grace, glad to see
you and Charlie
settling into your new home.
Oh.
How have you
been finding things?
Good, thank you. Um...
Charlie started his
new tutor group.
They have lessons
in the dining room most days.
How do you find
your new peers, Charlie?
Good, I suppose.
Papa, can I show Charlie
the new game now?
The one we brought.
Oh. Um...
Yes, of course.
[rustling]
Wow, this looks fun.
It's called chess.
Do you wanna play?
I can teach you the rules.
Chess is a wonderful game.
How about I check on
Mrs. Gray for our lunch?
Yes. And a cup of tea
wouldn't go amiss either, Grace.
Of course.
Thomas, can I get you anything?
[melancholy music]
Thomas?
Forgive me.
I was deep in thought.
What was the question?
Do pay attention, dear.
Do you want something to drink?
I'm having a tea.
Oh, um, I'll have a tea, please.
-You can't put the knight there.
-Why?
Because they can only
move a certain way.
Remember? Like this.
How is Cynthia?
She's well.
The doctors have
put her on bed rest.
She's eight months along now,
if I'm not mistaken.
She is indeed.
Bless her.
Does she have any idea
of whether it's a...
Have you had enough
to eat yet, Charles?
Yes, I'm content. Thank you.
He is looking thin, Grace.
-Is he?
-Mm.
Remind me when
we get back, Thomas,
to write a check for Grace.
I haven't brought
my checkbook with me.
Pardon me. Why?
Well, to buy Charles
some new clothes, of course.
I mean, James's inheritance
is clearly being mishandled.
I'm not exactly sure
where the funds are being spent.
-Mother.
-Hmm?
I know.
Let's get out of here.
I want to show you something.
[cough]
[door opens]
[door closes]
And what about his injuries?
That's enough, Mother.
What?
The scratches on his arms.
Where have they come from?
Have you hurt him?
No. No, Esme, of course
I haven't hurt Charlie.
I mean, that kind of punishment
might be commonplace
where you are from
but it is not within society.
-I shall be forced to
act if it was you.
-How could you?
Well, if it wasn't you,
it must have been a child
in that dreadful new tutor group
you've enrolled him into.
Honestly, I don't know
what James was thinking
leaving Charles with you.
Mother, stop now.
What were you thinking,
bringing up James?
We agreed not to talk about it.
[Esme] So, I'm not allowed
to talk about my son now?
My grandson's father?
[Thomas] It's uncouth, Mother.
Especially given the nature
of the situation.
[Esme]
Don't patronize me, Thomas.
Grace is doing everything
she can for Charlie.
I really don't see what
all the fuss is about.
I'm simply being honest
with Grace.
You're making an already
difficult situation harder.
Grace is going above
and beyond for Charlie.
Well, she should be doing more.
What with James...
Come now.
We agreed not
to talk about James.
-Especially after what he did.
-Yes
Well, James was
clearly in distress.
I mean, one has to wonder what
his wife was doing in London
-that could have caused him--
-Mother, stop!
[sighs]
[pills rattling]
Oh!
Where did you come from?
I was showing
Florence something.
Where?
Charlie, where?
In the basement.
[unsettling music]
Hear me, oh, Lord.
Pardon his sins.
Deliver him from evil.
Let him into Your kingdom.
Lord.
[banging]
Pull yourself together.
[sobbing]
Pull yourself together.
You're a gentleman.
You're a gentleman.
[melancholy music]
Florence!
Where are you?
Down here, Papa!
[suspenseful music]
What are you doing down there?
[suspenseful music]
I thought I told you
not to go down
into the basement
I know, but why?
Because it's not safe.
And when I tell you
to do something,
you should do it.
I know, but...
Grandmama Esme
told me you had
some scratches on your arm.
Is that true?
Charlie.
Show me.
Who did this to you?
Is it someone
in your tutor group?
It was just an accident
Who did it?
You'll be cross.
Charlie, please just tell me.
-[faint banging]
-[Florence screams]
[sobbing]
Florence! Florence!
-What happened?
-Papa... tried to fight!
Down there!
[sobbing] He saw it!
His head!
Stay here!
Stay here!
[Florence sobbing]
[door opens]
Thomas!
[dramatic music]
Thomas! Thomas!
Thomas. Look at me.
Look at me. Thomas.
Thomas, what happened?
-Tell me.
-[groans]
I thought Florence was...
No, Thomas. Thomas.
I'm here. I'm here.
Stay with me.
[sighs]
-I thought I saw Florence.
-Oh!
[sobbing]
Oh! Oh!
Oh!
That's...
That's...
It's...
Sitting in the...
[low growling]
[Thomas muttering]
What is that?
It's still here.
What is it?
[coughing]
Thomas. Thomas, no! No! No! No!
Thomas, stay with me!
No!
Thomas?
Thomas? No!
Thomas, Grace,
what is happening down there?
Florence is distraught.
[suspenseful music]
God, in Heaven! What is this?
I... I don't know what happened.
I came down
and I think he's dead.
We need to call for somebody.
-No, you did this!
-What? No!
Yeah, you did this, didn't you?
James wasn't enough!
You have had to
take my Thomas from me as well.
Oh, my poor boys!
No, no, no.
I think he hit his head!
You're a monster!
We should never have come here!
I am calling the authorities!
Esme, no!
[dramatic music]
No. No. No.
[dramatic music]
[music intensifies]
[music fades]
Thank you for your patience,
Lady Abbington.
We've removed the body.
And Father Steven
has cleared the area.
Am I... under arrest?
Not presently.
However, the circumstances
are suspicious.
And as the only one present
at the time of
his lordship's death...
You spoke to Esme.
Lady Esme Abbington
gave a statement, yes.
She said I did it, didn't she?
Anything witnesses
have said to me
is considered private
and confidential, ma'am.
-But I...
-I cannot discuss
the details of our investigation
with someone who is
under suspicion.
But I can say that
we have not yet decided
on our line of inquiry.
Did you find anything
down there?
I saw something, some creature.
-A hallucination caused
by the stress, I imagine.
-No.
I must ask you to stay
within the grounds
of your estate
for the next few weeks, Milady.
Whatever for?
As a precaution while
we complete the autopsy
and finalize our reports.
News travels fast around here
and there are some
who will be quick
to hold you accountable.
But I didn't do anything!
Well, if that's true,
you'll comply with us.
A constable will be posted
outside the manor.
But the scratches...
You did search the
entire basement?
Thoroughly. Stay within
the manor grounds, ma'am.
Wait to hear from my office
and let's hope,
for your son's sake,
that results find you
innocent of any wrongdoing.
I'll be leaving now, ma'am.
If you need anything,
do not hesitate to send for us.
Mother! It just, it's not fair!
You don't understand!
I understand better
than you do, Charlie.
That basement is clearly
no place for a child.
I just...
As per your request.
Where did you get this?
-[sighs]
-No, Mother.
No, Mother!
Don't, Mother, please!
That's enough, Charlie!
[lock clicks]
That should do it.
Why? It's just not fair.
Pull yourself together, Charlie!
I'm serious. No more
going into the basement.
I am the only person
who has a key to that lock
and that is the way it's going
to stay. Do you understand?
Yes, Mother.
Good.
[suspenseful music]
[gun clicks]
[gun cocks]
[gasping]
[suspenseful music]
[music intensifies]
[gunshot]
[moaning]
[moaning]
[suspenseful music]
[growling]
[suspenseful music]
[clock ticking]
[growling]
-[growls]
-[screams]
[gasps]
[panting]
[breathes heavily]
[pill bottle rattling]
[glass clinks]
[glass clinks]
[door latch rattles]
[sighs]
Of course it is.
[door opens]
-This way. That's it
-[footsteps]
Oh! Good morning, ma'am.
Who is this?
The constable sent to be
stationed at the manor, ma'am.
[man clearing throat]
Lady Abbington.
I thought you were
to be stationed outside,
not inside.
I am, ma'am.
Begging your pardon, ma'am.
The constable wanted
a cup of tea.
I invited him in.
Oh, Mrs. Gray was doing
me a kindness, ma'am.
But I don't wish a disturb
your morning.
Well, thank you, Mrs. Gray,
for ensuring the constable
is comfortable.
See to it he has
what he needs for his station
outside.
[crows cawing]
Mother.
Yes, Charlie.
I had a thought
that maybe I could miss
tutoring today.
Miss tutoring?
Whatever for?
Because after yesterday,
I thought we could spend
some time together
and talk about
what happened about Father.
There's no need to talk about
any of that unpleasantness,
Charlie.
The authorities have it handled.
-I know, but...
-Besides,
it may help you take
your mind off things
if that's what you need.
Aren't you studying
maps this week?
-We are, but as...
-There you go.
You don't want to miss
such a fascinating topic.
-Mother, please...
-That's the end
of the discussion, Charlie.
I feel bad we locked
the basement.
[teacup clinks]
You feel bad?
Yes.
My friend is still
stuck down there.
Charlie.
There is no one in the basement.
I looked.
The authority searched
the entire room.
Now, let's get you
ready for tutoring.
Ms. Hawthorn and the other
children be here, soon.
[suspenseful music]
[clicking]
[door latch rattles]
[suspenseful music]
Hello, Odd Ball.
What are you drawing?
None of your business, Edward.
Why did the police
come here yesterday?
Edward, leave me alone.
I heard it 'cause
someone died in there.
In your house.
It was, wasn't it?
Who was it?
So, you're cursed.
Or is your house cursed?
No wonder I hate doing lessons
in your dining room.
Nobody's cursed.
It's just an accident.
The same way what happened
to your father was an accident.
People have been saying
your father had a gun.
-Be quiet, Edward.
-Is it true?
They all talk about it
in the market.
They say your father
was wrong in the head.
I'm warning you.
Just leave me alone.
Was it an accident that
your father shot himself?
Or was on purpose?
Why are you doing this?
Just wanna know if it's true.
No wonder your father
took his own life.
I would too if had
to be around you all the time.
[dramatic music]
No!Charlie, no!
-[suspenseful music]
-[thud]
I came as soon as I...
What is the meaning of this?
Should we step inside, Milady?
Mrs. Gray, could you
watch them please?
Certainly.
[door closes]
Milady.
I hope I can speak
candidly with you.
Mrs. Gray mentioned
there was a fight.
Yes, Charlie...
Charlie did what?
Well, he...
He attacked Edward.
We had to pull Charlie off him.
He hit Edward repeatedly.
How did this happen?
I'm not sure, yet.
Charlie must have been provoked.
The details about how
it started are unclear.
He wouldn't do this
out of the blue.
And who is Edward?
Are they friends?
Charlie never mentioned him.
Edward is... [clears throat]
...Mrs. Gray's
great-nephew, ma'am.
I believe there's been
some animosity between
the boys for a while, sadly.
What does that mean?
Edward can be quite boisterous.
So, he has been
antagonizing my son,
and Charlie stood up to him.
What did Charlie say?
I don't believe
it's that simple.
What did Charlie say?
He mentioned that Edward
was asking questions
about his father.
Unbelievable. How dare he!
Milady, please.
They are children.
They are bound to ask questions.
That boy should know his place.
There was something else
I wanted to discuss with you
about Charlie's behavior.
What about it?
Would you
wait for a moment
please, Milady?
Thank you.
[pill bottle rattling]
I wanted to speak to
you about these.
Charlie has been drawing
some disturbing imagery
in his books.
The children sketch
in these all the time
despite my requests for them
to keep the margins tidy.
But these I found
particularly troubling.
I thought there may be cause
to raise these with you
considering what Charlie
has been through
and the nature of
his father's passing.
No, no. That's all in the past
Charlie has moved on
from that. We both have.
I think you should take a look.
[melancholy music]
I'm concerned that these
may be images of demons, Milady.
Has Charlie mentioned
any nightmares
or voices at all?
Thank you for bringing this
to my attention, Ms. Hawthorn.
Can I keep these?
Sit down.
[pill bottle rattling]
Would you like
to tell me about this?
I've already explained.
He was talking about Father.
This is not a discussion
about you hitting that
other boy, Charlie.
It's a discussion about these.
My drawings?
Yes, Ms. Hawthorn
brought them to my attention.
She was concerned.
And to be frank, I am too
What is this?
It's just my friend.
I like to draw. That's all.
I will return in a moment.
[suspenseful music]
I don't believe it
[door closes]
[suspenseful music]
[door opens, closes]
[suspenseful music]
Mother.
I heard a noise.
What happened?
Did you do this?
No.
Did you ask Mrs. Gray
to break the lock
so you could
go down there again?
-Mother, no, I didn't.
-Charlie, I'm warning you!
[tense music]
James?
Mother, what is it?
Mother.
Mother, what is it?
Nothing. Charlie. It's nothing.
James. No.
What's going on?
Stay there, Charlie.
Do you hear me?
Stay there.
James!
[suspenseful music]
James!
[suspenseful music]
Why are you doing this?
[crows cawing]
[suspenseful music]
James.
[leaves crackling]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful music]
[thud]
[click]
[paper rustling]
[suspenseful music]
[paper rustling]
"Grace, the things
in this house I have seen."
"It's not safe."
"Believe me.
Please, believe me."
"It's not safe. Stay away."
"It watches me all..."
"Believe me. Believe me.
It is not safe. Stay away."
[paper rustling]
[suspenseful music]
Charlie.
Charlie?
Charlie. Have you...
[dramatic music]
Charlie!
He just wouldn't stop talking
about Father. Then...
[Grace] Charlie!
Charlie, get back upstairs
this instant.
No, I need to be here.
Oh, Charlie, please
listen to me.
You must come upstairs.
It isn't safe down here.
But nowhere is safe.
Everyone thinks we are cursed.
Everyone leaves me. I hate it.
I hate how it makes me feel.
Charlie, please listen to me.
No. Why should I?
[growling]
Get away from him!
Charlie I'm sorry.
I'm sorry you've been
feeling this way,
but you must listen to me.
There is something down here.
I know.
There's always been
something down here.
It's been my friend.
Remember?
You couldn't see him before.
But you can now.
[dramatic music]
[roaring]
I don't know if that thing
has been talking to you.
But whatever it is,
it's not your friend.
-But I've...
-Leave now!
-[growling]
-Go and find the constable.
I... I don't understand.
I think it killed your father
and it killed Uncle Thomas.
Thomas fell. That was,
that was just an accident.
No! No, it wasn't.
That thing is not your friend
It is a monster, Charlie.
And you cannot trust it.
[roaring]
Go! Now!
I don't want to leave you.
You must!
I'll be right behind you.
Go, go, go, go!
No!
[roaring]
Oh, fuck!
-[snarling]
-[panting]
[dramatic music]
[screams]
[dramatic music]
[door closes]
[suspenseful music]
[banging]
[panting]
[dramatic music]
[banging]
[screaming]
[banging]
[creature growling]
[door creaking open]
[snarling]
[clicking]
[clattering]
[roaring]
[clattering]
Leave us alone!
[roaring loudly]
[dramatic music]
[banging]
-Help!
-[glass breaking]
[panting]
Charlie? Charlie,
are you in there?
Yes, I'm here. Mother.
Are you all right?
Fine, I'm fine.
I'm fine, Charlie.
[Charlie] I want to come out.
No, no. You mustn't come out.
You need to stay safe.
I want to help you.
Mother!
[lock clicks]
I'm sorry, Charlie.
I'll come back for you.
[growling]
[Charlie] I think
you need to trap it.
-What?
-[Charlie] In the basement.
You have to trap it
in the basement.
It told me it wanted
to get out. I didn't realize.
[growling]
The basement it is.
You want to get to him?
Go through me first, I dare you!
[roaring loudly]
[door slams shut]
[panting]
-[door banging]
-[roaring]
-[door banging]
-[roaring]
[snarling]
[knife shings]
[music subsides]
-[door opens]
-[gasps]
[creature clicking]
[soft growling]
-[growl]
-[yelps]
[clicking]
[growling]
[clicking]
[growling]
[suspenseful music]
[growling]
[growling]
[growling]
[dramatic music]
-[thud]
-[screams]
-[clicking]
-[high-pitched laugh]
[growling]
[clicking]
[growling]
[faint growling]
[dramatic music building]
[screams]
[roaring]
[panting]
[growling]
[growling]
[clicking]
[growling, roaring]
You will never
hurt my son again!
[clicking]
Leave us alone!
I said leave us alone!
-[snarling]
-[screaming]
[silence]
[footsteps approaching]
[door creaks open]
Come out now, young Master.
Ms. Gray, what's been going on?
She will need you now.
[unsettling music]
Mother! [gasps]
Mother, are you alright?
Oh. Charlie.
I'm alright.
I think it's gone.
I think we're safe.
I thought something
had happened to you.
It's been so long.
I'm sorry, Charlie.
I should've listened to you.
I should have.
I'll always be here
for you, Charlie.
Always.
We can talk about your father.
We can talk about Thomas,
anything you need.
I understand now.
Mother, your hand.
[suspenseful music]
It doesn't hurt.
[suspenseful music]
[door opens]
Milady.
I trust you are well.
Well enough. Thank you.
I'm scared, Mother.
My darling boy, it's over now.
No need to be scared.
Shall I prepare some supper?
You must be hungry.
Yes, please, Mrs. Gray.
And there were a letter.
An inquiry from
someone interested in
purchasing the property.
Throw it away, Mrs. Gray.
This is our home now
Very good, Milady.
Everything's going
to be just fine.
[suspenseful music]
[door creaks]
[door closes]
["The Widow's Lament" playing]
[song ends]
[ominous orchestral music]
[crow cawing]
[music continues]
[footsteps]
[crow cawing]
[crow cawing]
[footsteps]
[crow cawing]
[crows cawing]
[music continues]
[clock ticking]
[writing]
[knock on door]
Who is there?
Mrs. Gray, Milord.
Oh.
What do you want?
Afternoon tea is ready.
I don't want it.
But sir, you haven't
eaten in days.
I'm not hungry.
Milord, I must insist,
otherwise perhaps a visit
from Father Steven
or the physician.
Why?
I'm perfectly well.
Pardon my frankness, sir,
but you don't seem well.
This has been going
on for weeks.
Something must be troubling you.
Something is.
You.
Leave me, Mrs. Gray.
[scribbling continues]
[door opens]
[door closes]
[unsettling orchestral music]
[door opens]
[music continues]
[door closes]
[door rattles]
[door rattles]
[music intensifies, fades]
[pill bottle rattles]
[sips]
[glass clinks]
[clock chiming loudly]
[chiming fades]
[suspenseful music]
[drawer closes]
[distorted buzzing]
[footsteps]
[door bangs shut]
[suspenseful music continues]
[scraping]
[music continues]
[gun clicks]
[music intensifies]
[music fades]
[drip]
[soft suspenseful music]
-[door creaks open]
-[gasps]
[creaking]
No more.
[banging]
I won't have it anymore!
This has to stop!
You hear me?
Stop!
-[low growling]
-[wood cracking]
[panting]
Stop. Please.
Stop.
[door creaks]
[low growling]
[gunshot]
It's not in my head.
It's not.
[intense music]
[snarling]
[dramatic music]
[door rattling]
[grunting]
[panting]
[bang]
[suspenseful music]
[door slams]
[panting]
[loud bang]
I won't allow it!
[loud bang]
No more!
[loud bang]
[latch clicks]
[door creaks]
Stop it!
[panting]
[clicking and growling]
[faint laughter]
[clicking]
Fine.
You win.
I'm sorry, Charlie.
[intense music]
[gunshot]
[dramatic music]
[music fades]
[hooves clip-clopping]
[coach rattling]
[coach rattling]
[crows cawing]
This is it, Mother.
Yes, this is it.
Lady Abbington.
Welcome to Dolorige Manor.
[door opens]
It is so big.
There's more space
in the country
than there is in London.
Father wanted us to live here
forever?
That was his hope. Yes, but...
things change.
Where are the rest of
the staff Mrs. Gray?
They were dismissed, Milady.
Only myself and
the grounds man left
to look after the household.
Oh, for what reason?
His lordship did
not make me privy
to that information, ma'am.
Well, that will
make things easier
once the estate is sold.
You're planning to sell?
Of course.
Oh, please understand
it's nothing personal,
Mrs. Gray.
It's a financial decision.
Well, the Manor,
it's been in the family
for generations.
Apologies, Milady.
That were out of turn.
As I was saying, things change.
Is there somewhere
I can put my flowers?
Certainly.
The parlor room will do nicely.
Follow me.
However long you reside
at Dolorige Manor,
it is my duty
to make you feel at home.
I shall prepare some tea.
You must be thirsty
after your long journey.
No, really, there's no...
Some sandwiches too, perhaps.
What filling would be
preferable, young Master?
Um, cheese, please.
Very good. I'll see to it.
Pardon me.
[door opens]
[door closes]
Why is it so quiet in here?
Well, it's a large empty house.
I don't think anyone
besides Mrs. Gray
has been in here
since your father...
You can say it, Mother.
Since Father died.
Is this where it happened?
What?
Where father died.
Was it in here?
No, no, it wasn't in here.
I can put my flowers here, then.
That's better.
Quite.
[door opens]
[melancholy music]
[melancholy music continues]
[door opens]
[music continues]
[door opens]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful music]
[stairs creaking]
[suspenseful music continues]
[faint growl]
[low creaking]
[faint growl]
Hello?
Come out, kitty, kitty.
Come on.
[growling]
It's okay.
I'm not going to hurt you.
[mewling]
That's it.
Out you come.
You don't need to be afraid.
[clicking, snarling]
Are you...
[woman] Master Charles!
[snarling stops]
-I have to go.
-[low squeal]
-Here, have this.
-[mewling]
So you're not all alone
in the dark.
[mewling]
Bye.
Coming!
[mewling]
[growling]
[unsettling music]
[sighing] Do I have to?
Yes, Charlie.
Your education is
of the utmost importance.
But why can't I
just go to school
like I used to?
We can't afford
your boarding school
at the moment.
The only money we have left
is what your father left us.
So, until we leave here,
you'll have to settle
for tutoring.
Besides, don't you
want to spend time
with your dear mother?
I suppose.
There will be
other children at tutoring.
Yes, of course.
Mrs. Gray's relatives
and the grounds man's
children or the like.
You'll find out today, I expect.
[sighs]
Are you ready?
I think so.
Mm. Of course you are.
Hello, there.
You must be Charles.
Hello.
And that must make you...
Grace Abbington.
Wonderful to meet you,
Lady Abbington.
My name is Ms. Hawthorn.
I will be tutoring Charlie.
So I've heard.
And how are you settling in?
Just fine.
[door creaking]
[high pitched tone]
[high pitched tone]
[gentle music playing]
[birds chirping]
[chair creaks]
[music continues]
[pill bottle rattles]
[drawer slams closed]
[crow cawing]
[tense music]
[door opens]
[door closes]
[footsteps]
[crow cawing]
Hello?
[soft tense music]
Is anyone there?
[crow cawing]
[crow cawing]
It can't have been.
[crow cawing]
[music continues]
[birds singing]
[music intensifies]
[music fades]
[sighs] I don't
care much for Latin,
but Ms. Hawthorn says
we only have to do
a few lessons a week.
What did you do today, Mother?
Oh, I organized
your father's study.
Hmm.
Was it dreadfully dusty?
Father was never
very good at tidying, was he?
[laugh]
Can I see it?
What?
Father's study.
I would like to see.
Tomorrow, of course.
I suppose.
Mother, are you unhappy?
Pardon?
If you wish
to share your thoughts,
Ms. Hawthorn says
I'm a good listener.
Thank you, Charlie.
But I'm perfectly content
with my book.
You certain?
I am.
I'm hungry.
It's rather late
for a snack, Charlie.
How about if I had an apple?
Very well.
You can fetch one
from the kitchen.
But you must take it upstairs
and get ready for bed.
I will.
I'll be up in a few moments
to say goodnight.
[sighs]
[faint growl]
[suspenseful music]
[sighs]
[sighs]
[sighs]
[sighs]
[music continues]
[pill bottle rattling]
[pills rattling]
[clattering]
[suspenseful music continues]
[door creaks open]
Charlie?
[sighs]
Charlie?
[footsteps]
[creaking]
[muffled sounds]
[footsteps moving quickly]
Charlie?
[door creaks open]
[door bangs]
[suspenseful music]
[muffled laughter]
For goodness' sake.
[suspenseful music]
[stairs creaking]
[Charlie] It's all right.
You have it all.
-[clicking]
-I brought it for you.
[clicking]
That's it.
[clicking]
-Do you like it?
-[clicking]
Hmm.
What are you doing
down here, Charlie?
I was just sitting.
Who were you talking to?
Is something the matter, Mother?
No, I'm not sure why
you're down here.
I told you to go upstairs
and get ready for bed.
-I just came...
-No excuses.
Come upstairs, please.
Could I just...
I won't ask again, Charles.
Yes, Mother.
You shouldn't be
coming down here.
It's freezing.
[suspenseful music]
[clicking]
[music fades]
I think I know
why Father liked it here.
Oh?
So quite.
It's not so busy like London.
There is always so much to see
when we go on our walks
with Miss Hawthorn.
Is that so?
Thank you, Mrs. Gray.
And what do your peers
make of Ms. Hawthorn's walks?
I don't know.
What do you mean?
I haven't really asked.
I don't really enjoy
spending time with them.
Surely, there must be someone
you get along with.
No, not really.
But I've made another friend.
A better friend.
Mm.
A better friend?
Yes.
Down in the basement.
Mm. This is good.
Indeed. Mrs. Gray
must have known
that this was your favorite.
Did you, Ms. Gray?
Indeed, young Master.
His Lordship told me.
How lovely.
[fire crackling]
[sighs]
[unsettling music playing]
[music intensifies]
Most struggling thing is
that I know now 13 horses.
No one else can do 13 horses.
[laugh]
Not too far, Charlie.
Stay where we can see you.
Oh, leave him. He's having fun.
[crows cawing]
I will never tire with that.
Mother, Father, come quickly.
Come see what I found.
We're coming.
Look, the lake is frozen.
You know, I fell through
the ice here once.
Really?
Yes, maybe a little
younger than you.
[giggles]
It's beautiful, isn't it?
Yeah.
[unsettling music]
[music intensifies]
-[door opens]
-[gasps]
[creaking]
[soft footsteps]
[rocking chair creaking]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful music]
[low growling]
[growling]
[gasps]
What is it?
[tense music playing]
[panting]
Who's down there?
I warn you. I'm armed.
[tense music continues]
[footsteps]
[suspenseful music]
[music intensifies]
[gasp]
[rocking chair creaking]
[panting]
[gasping]
[exhales]
Pull yourself together.
[suspenseful music fades]
[gasp]
[exhales]
[door creaking]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful
Charlie?
Charlie. Where are you?
[suspenseful music]
[loud footsteps]
[door creaks]
[music intensifies]
[stairs creaking]
[growling]
Charlie!
[snarling]
Get away from him!
[mewling]
Charlie. Charlie, wake up.
Wake up.
Mother? What's going on?
What are you doing down here?
It's the middle of the night.
I had a nightmare.
If you had a nightmare,
why did you not come to me?
Well, I don't want to wake you.
So, you came down here instead.
Yes.
I wanted to be near my friend.
Is your friend here now?
Yes.
They're always here.
Come upstairs please.
I don't like you
being down here.
But Mother, please. I...
If you have a nightmare,
you come to me.
I have no quarrel
with you waking me up.
Yes, Mother.
Come, now.
This is no place
for a child to sleep.
[unsettling music]
[crow cawing]
[suspenseful music]
[sigh]
[crows cawing]
[pill bottle rattles]
[pills rattle]
[clock chiming]
Afternoon tea, Milady.
Thank you, Mrs. Gray.
You asked me
to bring an extra cup.
Indeed. Um...
I would like you
to join me, Mrs. Gray.
Oh, is there a problem, ma'am?
No, no problem.
I wanted to have a word
about the house.
The Manor.
If I could be quite candid
with you, Mrs. Gray,
I would like to discuss
the state of the finances.
I do not think
that's appropriate, ma'am.
Everything is in disarray.
There are demands here.
Debts I wasn't even aware of.
It's become quite clear
that James was not
keeping up with
his work appointments
or his payments
and I'm lost, quite frankly.
You've known James
since he was a child.
Correct?
He would visit
his uncle on occasion.
When his mother would allow.
And when he moved
to the Manor permanently,
did you notice
any melancholia then?
I only ask because
it was quite unusual
for James to be so disorganized.
I'm trying to understand
what happened.
On first arrival,
his lordship was
most amicable with the staff.
And did his temperament change?
I'm afraid so, Milady.
He began to withdraw
from public life.
He stopped receiving guests,
or checking on the renovations
of the property.
Became very curt with the staff,
reclusive towards the end,
if you understand me.
If you don't mind me
saying, Milady,
I do not think
his lordship's melancholia
was due to the difficulties
between yourselves.
Indeed, he was most positive
about the idea of you
and Master Charles joining him.
As I'm sure you're aware,
the Abbington's have
a history of low spirits.
I am well aware.
But James, he was
never like his uncle.
He was...
Regardless, I'm not sure
how this helps me
settle the outstanding accounts.
Maybe his family could help.
They would visit often.
Lady Esme lives but a...
short ride away.
Yes, I'm well aware.
I would rather not
involve Lady Abbington.
Though I thank you
for the suggestion.
Well, if I can be
of any more assistance, ma'am.
I need to prepare supper.
Mrs. Gray.
Did James ever
venture into the woods?
I'm not sure I follow, ma'am.
The woods.
The end of the Manor.
Did he go riding
or take walks there?
I saw him a few times, ma'am.
I did not want to pry
or ask what he was doing.
The woods are
best avoided, I think.
You wouldn't want to stumble.
The trees make it
easy to get lost.
[children playing]
[woman] Careful, children.
[children playing]
[boy] What are you playing?
[Charlie] A game.
[boy] I can see that.
What's the game?
It's called Jacks.
How do you play?
Just pick up the jacks.
Why you playing by yourself?
I want to.
You're incredibly odd,
did you know that?
I'm not surprised
you don't have any friends.
There. Nice and warm.
Just what you needed
after a long day.
I'm going to have my bath now.
Do you want
to stay here and read,
or would you like
some more milk before bed?
-Some more milk.
-[chuckles]
Go downstairs
and find Mrs. Gray.
She'll be in the kitchen,
I expect.
Good evening, Master Charles.
What can I do for you?
Could I have some
more milk, please?
Mother said I'm allowed.
Certainly. Run along now.
Won't be long.
Thank you.
[melancholy music]
[door creaks open]
[water dripping]
[melancholy music continues]
[water sloshing]
[water dripping]
[James] I think you're being
rather hasty about this.
Oh, I'm being hasty.
Fine talk coming
from you, James.
If you could give me
a moment to explain.
For us to discuss...
There's nothing to discuss!
You should have
thought of the consequences
the moment you...
How many times
must I apologize
for one mistake?
I have accepted the fault
of my actions.
Can't undo them, Grace.
You wouldn't even give
me the opportunity
to make things right with...
Because there's
no way you can, James!
[water dripping]
What about Charlie?
He will stay here with me.
He's my son, Grace.
He's mine too, James.
[water sloshing]
You may choose to move
to your family's estate, James.
My estate, Grace.
Dolorige was left to me, alone.
If your grievances are with
my mother's proximity...
My grievance is with you, James!
[water dripping]
I will never give up on us.
[kisses]
[screams]
[coughing]
[sobbing]
[sobs]
[sobs]
"There was no choice.
He was going to have to crawl
through the tunnel."
"Christopher lowered himself
onto his hands and knees
and started to crawl forwards."
Where did you go?
[suspenseful music playing]
[low growl]
I told you not to do that.
Settle down.
[mewling]
Where was I?
-Here it is.
-[growling, clicking]
"Christopher lowered himself
onto his hands and knees
and started to crawl forwards
into the dark black hole."
[growling]
I think that's enough for today.
My mother will be expecting me.
[clicking]
-I will come back. I won't
read anymore without you.
-[clicking]
If I don't go,
I'll be in trouble.
[mewling]
Go on.
[mewling]
[growling]
[Charlie] Oh.
[snarling]
Ow! Let go!
I'm not going
to read anymore without you.
Ow!
Let go!
-[growling]
-Ow!
Now look what you've done.
And I have to hide this.
[clicking]
[mewling]
[crows cawing]
[hooves clip-clopping]
[coach rattling]
[sighs]
[door opens]
[door closes]
[footsteps]
Begging your pardon, ma'am,
but a carriage
is approaching the house.
Carriage?
We made no plans
to see visitors today.
I believe it is
Lady Abbington, ma'am.
[sighs] For goodness' sake.
Are they close?
Moments away.
Trust Esme to invite herself.
Charlie is upstairs
in his bedroom.
See to it that
he's appropriately dressed.
Right away, ma'am.
[rustling]
What a surprise this is.
[man] Forgive
the intrusion, Grace.
I said we should
have called ahead.
But Mother insisted.
No. You are always welcome here.
It's wonderful to
see you, Thomas.
And you, dear Florence,
how have you been?
Well, Aunt Grace,
Mother send her love
to you and cousin Charlie.
She was sad not to be able
to join us today.
Thank you, Florence.
Lady Esme.
You look tired, Grace.
Thank you for
your concern, my Lady,
but I'm quite well.
Shall we go inside?
How have you been, my Lady?
Cold. That journey is awful.
I'd have much preferred
had you brought
Charles to visit us.
But I expect
that's asking too much.
Now, now, Mother.
Grace and Charlie have only
recently arrived in the north.
I'm sure Grace planned to visit
once they settled
into their new home.
Of course.
[intense music]
[door closes]
[Florence]
Where's Charlie, Aunt Grace?
Can I go and say hello to him?
Of course. He's down
in the parlor room.
Just down there.
We'll meet you in a moment.
I noticed you and Charles
did not attend church
Sunday last, Grace.
Oh, an oversight
on my part, my Lady.
In the move up north,
I lost all track of days.
Mm.
We will be in attendance,
of course,
every week.
Good.
It's very dusty
in here, isn't it?
Have the staff been taking
privileges with you, Grace?
Well, we only have one member
of household staff at present.
Pardon?
It seems that James dismissed
the rest of the staff when he...
And do you intend
keeping it that way?
Indeed. There seems no point
in hiring new members of staff
when our time here
will be limited.
Limited?
Dolorige Manor will be
on the market
by the end of the month.
And, with any luck,
it will sell before the summer.
Sell?
Don't be obtuse, Thomas.
Of course, she's selling.
Why would Grace
want to ensure that Charles
remains near
the rest of his family
or indeed keep a property
that is so integral
to her husband's heritage?
That's unkind, Mother
I assume the house
is simply too large
for such a small household.
Thank you, Thomas. Exactly.
Shall we go into
the parlor room?
And where's my favorite
grandson?
-Hello, Grandmama.
-Ooh!
What are you doing
playing on the floor?
-You'll ruin your clothes.
-That's not true...
Charlie. I did tell you
to play on the table.
Uh, don't blame Charles
for your own failings, Grace.
Let's move on, shall we?
Grace, glad to see
you and Charlie
settling into your new home.
Oh.
How have you
been finding things?
Good, thank you. Um...
Charlie started his
new tutor group.
They have lessons
in the dining room most days.
How do you find
your new peers, Charlie?
Good, I suppose.
Papa, can I show Charlie
the new game now?
The one we brought.
Oh. Um...
Yes, of course.
[rustling]
Wow, this looks fun.
It's called chess.
Do you wanna play?
I can teach you the rules.
Chess is a wonderful game.
How about I check on
Mrs. Gray for our lunch?
Yes. And a cup of tea
wouldn't go amiss either, Grace.
Of course.
Thomas, can I get you anything?
[melancholy music]
Thomas?
Forgive me.
I was deep in thought.
What was the question?
Do pay attention, dear.
Do you want something to drink?
I'm having a tea.
Oh, um, I'll have a tea, please.
-You can't put the knight there.
-Why?
Because they can only
move a certain way.
Remember? Like this.
How is Cynthia?
She's well.
The doctors have
put her on bed rest.
She's eight months along now,
if I'm not mistaken.
She is indeed.
Bless her.
Does she have any idea
of whether it's a...
Have you had enough
to eat yet, Charles?
Yes, I'm content. Thank you.
He is looking thin, Grace.
-Is he?
-Mm.
Remind me when
we get back, Thomas,
to write a check for Grace.
I haven't brought
my checkbook with me.
Pardon me. Why?
Well, to buy Charles
some new clothes, of course.
I mean, James's inheritance
is clearly being mishandled.
I'm not exactly sure
where the funds are being spent.
-Mother.
-Hmm?
I know.
Let's get out of here.
I want to show you something.
[cough]
[door opens]
[door closes]
And what about his injuries?
That's enough, Mother.
What?
The scratches on his arms.
Where have they come from?
Have you hurt him?
No. No, Esme, of course
I haven't hurt Charlie.
I mean, that kind of punishment
might be commonplace
where you are from
but it is not within society.
-I shall be forced to
act if it was you.
-How could you?
Well, if it wasn't you,
it must have been a child
in that dreadful new tutor group
you've enrolled him into.
Honestly, I don't know
what James was thinking
leaving Charles with you.
Mother, stop now.
What were you thinking,
bringing up James?
We agreed not to talk about it.
[Esme] So, I'm not allowed
to talk about my son now?
My grandson's father?
[Thomas] It's uncouth, Mother.
Especially given the nature
of the situation.
[Esme]
Don't patronize me, Thomas.
Grace is doing everything
she can for Charlie.
I really don't see what
all the fuss is about.
I'm simply being honest
with Grace.
You're making an already
difficult situation harder.
Grace is going above
and beyond for Charlie.
Well, she should be doing more.
What with James...
Come now.
We agreed not
to talk about James.
-Especially after what he did.
-Yes
Well, James was
clearly in distress.
I mean, one has to wonder what
his wife was doing in London
-that could have caused him--
-Mother, stop!
[sighs]
[pills rattling]
Oh!
Where did you come from?
I was showing
Florence something.
Where?
Charlie, where?
In the basement.
[unsettling music]
Hear me, oh, Lord.
Pardon his sins.
Deliver him from evil.
Let him into Your kingdom.
Lord.
[banging]
Pull yourself together.
[sobbing]
Pull yourself together.
You're a gentleman.
You're a gentleman.
[melancholy music]
Florence!
Where are you?
Down here, Papa!
[suspenseful music]
What are you doing down there?
[suspenseful music]
I thought I told you
not to go down
into the basement
I know, but why?
Because it's not safe.
And when I tell you
to do something,
you should do it.
I know, but...
Grandmama Esme
told me you had
some scratches on your arm.
Is that true?
Charlie.
Show me.
Who did this to you?
Is it someone
in your tutor group?
It was just an accident
Who did it?
You'll be cross.
Charlie, please just tell me.
-[faint banging]
-[Florence screams]
[sobbing]
Florence! Florence!
-What happened?
-Papa... tried to fight!
Down there!
[sobbing] He saw it!
His head!
Stay here!
Stay here!
[Florence sobbing]
[door opens]
Thomas!
[dramatic music]
Thomas! Thomas!
Thomas. Look at me.
Look at me. Thomas.
Thomas, what happened?
-Tell me.
-[groans]
I thought Florence was...
No, Thomas. Thomas.
I'm here. I'm here.
Stay with me.
[sighs]
-I thought I saw Florence.
-Oh!
[sobbing]
Oh! Oh!
Oh!
That's...
That's...
It's...
Sitting in the...
[low growling]
[Thomas muttering]
What is that?
It's still here.
What is it?
[coughing]
Thomas. Thomas, no! No! No! No!
Thomas, stay with me!
No!
Thomas?
Thomas? No!
Thomas, Grace,
what is happening down there?
Florence is distraught.
[suspenseful music]
God, in Heaven! What is this?
I... I don't know what happened.
I came down
and I think he's dead.
We need to call for somebody.
-No, you did this!
-What? No!
Yeah, you did this, didn't you?
James wasn't enough!
You have had to
take my Thomas from me as well.
Oh, my poor boys!
No, no, no.
I think he hit his head!
You're a monster!
We should never have come here!
I am calling the authorities!
Esme, no!
[dramatic music]
No. No. No.
[dramatic music]
[music intensifies]
[music fades]
Thank you for your patience,
Lady Abbington.
We've removed the body.
And Father Steven
has cleared the area.
Am I... under arrest?
Not presently.
However, the circumstances
are suspicious.
And as the only one present
at the time of
his lordship's death...
You spoke to Esme.
Lady Esme Abbington
gave a statement, yes.
She said I did it, didn't she?
Anything witnesses
have said to me
is considered private
and confidential, ma'am.
-But I...
-I cannot discuss
the details of our investigation
with someone who is
under suspicion.
But I can say that
we have not yet decided
on our line of inquiry.
Did you find anything
down there?
I saw something, some creature.
-A hallucination caused
by the stress, I imagine.
-No.
I must ask you to stay
within the grounds
of your estate
for the next few weeks, Milady.
Whatever for?
As a precaution while
we complete the autopsy
and finalize our reports.
News travels fast around here
and there are some
who will be quick
to hold you accountable.
But I didn't do anything!
Well, if that's true,
you'll comply with us.
A constable will be posted
outside the manor.
But the scratches...
You did search the
entire basement?
Thoroughly. Stay within
the manor grounds, ma'am.
Wait to hear from my office
and let's hope,
for your son's sake,
that results find you
innocent of any wrongdoing.
I'll be leaving now, ma'am.
If you need anything,
do not hesitate to send for us.
Mother! It just, it's not fair!
You don't understand!
I understand better
than you do, Charlie.
That basement is clearly
no place for a child.
I just...
As per your request.
Where did you get this?
-[sighs]
-No, Mother.
No, Mother!
Don't, Mother, please!
That's enough, Charlie!
[lock clicks]
That should do it.
Why? It's just not fair.
Pull yourself together, Charlie!
I'm serious. No more
going into the basement.
I am the only person
who has a key to that lock
and that is the way it's going
to stay. Do you understand?
Yes, Mother.
Good.
[suspenseful music]
[gun clicks]
[gun cocks]
[gasping]
[suspenseful music]
[music intensifies]
[gunshot]
[moaning]
[moaning]
[suspenseful music]
[growling]
[suspenseful music]
[clock ticking]
[growling]
-[growls]
-[screams]
[gasps]
[panting]
[breathes heavily]
[pill bottle rattling]
[glass clinks]
[glass clinks]
[door latch rattles]
[sighs]
Of course it is.
[door opens]
-This way. That's it
-[footsteps]
Oh! Good morning, ma'am.
Who is this?
The constable sent to be
stationed at the manor, ma'am.
[man clearing throat]
Lady Abbington.
I thought you were
to be stationed outside,
not inside.
I am, ma'am.
Begging your pardon, ma'am.
The constable wanted
a cup of tea.
I invited him in.
Oh, Mrs. Gray was doing
me a kindness, ma'am.
But I don't wish a disturb
your morning.
Well, thank you, Mrs. Gray,
for ensuring the constable
is comfortable.
See to it he has
what he needs for his station
outside.
[crows cawing]
Mother.
Yes, Charlie.
I had a thought
that maybe I could miss
tutoring today.
Miss tutoring?
Whatever for?
Because after yesterday,
I thought we could spend
some time together
and talk about
what happened about Father.
There's no need to talk about
any of that unpleasantness,
Charlie.
The authorities have it handled.
-I know, but...
-Besides,
it may help you take
your mind off things
if that's what you need.
Aren't you studying
maps this week?
-We are, but as...
-There you go.
You don't want to miss
such a fascinating topic.
-Mother, please...
-That's the end
of the discussion, Charlie.
I feel bad we locked
the basement.
[teacup clinks]
You feel bad?
Yes.
My friend is still
stuck down there.
Charlie.
There is no one in the basement.
I looked.
The authority searched
the entire room.
Now, let's get you
ready for tutoring.
Ms. Hawthorn and the other
children be here, soon.
[suspenseful music]
[clicking]
[door latch rattles]
[suspenseful music]
Hello, Odd Ball.
What are you drawing?
None of your business, Edward.
Why did the police
come here yesterday?
Edward, leave me alone.
I heard it 'cause
someone died in there.
In your house.
It was, wasn't it?
Who was it?
So, you're cursed.
Or is your house cursed?
No wonder I hate doing lessons
in your dining room.
Nobody's cursed.
It's just an accident.
The same way what happened
to your father was an accident.
People have been saying
your father had a gun.
-Be quiet, Edward.
-Is it true?
They all talk about it
in the market.
They say your father
was wrong in the head.
I'm warning you.
Just leave me alone.
Was it an accident that
your father shot himself?
Or was on purpose?
Why are you doing this?
Just wanna know if it's true.
No wonder your father
took his own life.
I would too if had
to be around you all the time.
[dramatic music]
No!Charlie, no!
-[suspenseful music]
-[thud]
I came as soon as I...
What is the meaning of this?
Should we step inside, Milady?
Mrs. Gray, could you
watch them please?
Certainly.
[door closes]
Milady.
I hope I can speak
candidly with you.
Mrs. Gray mentioned
there was a fight.
Yes, Charlie...
Charlie did what?
Well, he...
He attacked Edward.
We had to pull Charlie off him.
He hit Edward repeatedly.
How did this happen?
I'm not sure, yet.
Charlie must have been provoked.
The details about how
it started are unclear.
He wouldn't do this
out of the blue.
And who is Edward?
Are they friends?
Charlie never mentioned him.
Edward is... [clears throat]
...Mrs. Gray's
great-nephew, ma'am.
I believe there's been
some animosity between
the boys for a while, sadly.
What does that mean?
Edward can be quite boisterous.
So, he has been
antagonizing my son,
and Charlie stood up to him.
What did Charlie say?
I don't believe
it's that simple.
What did Charlie say?
He mentioned that Edward
was asking questions
about his father.
Unbelievable. How dare he!
Milady, please.
They are children.
They are bound to ask questions.
That boy should know his place.
There was something else
I wanted to discuss with you
about Charlie's behavior.
What about it?
Would you
wait for a moment
please, Milady?
Thank you.
[pill bottle rattling]
I wanted to speak to
you about these.
Charlie has been drawing
some disturbing imagery
in his books.
The children sketch
in these all the time
despite my requests for them
to keep the margins tidy.
But these I found
particularly troubling.
I thought there may be cause
to raise these with you
considering what Charlie
has been through
and the nature of
his father's passing.
No, no. That's all in the past
Charlie has moved on
from that. We both have.
I think you should take a look.
[melancholy music]
I'm concerned that these
may be images of demons, Milady.
Has Charlie mentioned
any nightmares
or voices at all?
Thank you for bringing this
to my attention, Ms. Hawthorn.
Can I keep these?
Sit down.
[pill bottle rattling]
Would you like
to tell me about this?
I've already explained.
He was talking about Father.
This is not a discussion
about you hitting that
other boy, Charlie.
It's a discussion about these.
My drawings?
Yes, Ms. Hawthorn
brought them to my attention.
She was concerned.
And to be frank, I am too
What is this?
It's just my friend.
I like to draw. That's all.
I will return in a moment.
[suspenseful music]
I don't believe it
[door closes]
[suspenseful music]
[door opens, closes]
[suspenseful music]
Mother.
I heard a noise.
What happened?
Did you do this?
No.
Did you ask Mrs. Gray
to break the lock
so you could
go down there again?
-Mother, no, I didn't.
-Charlie, I'm warning you!
[tense music]
James?
Mother, what is it?
Mother.
Mother, what is it?
Nothing. Charlie. It's nothing.
James. No.
What's going on?
Stay there, Charlie.
Do you hear me?
Stay there.
James!
[suspenseful music]
James!
[suspenseful music]
Why are you doing this?
[crows cawing]
[suspenseful music]
James.
[leaves crackling]
[suspenseful music]
[suspenseful music]
[thud]
[click]
[paper rustling]
[suspenseful music]
[paper rustling]
"Grace, the things
in this house I have seen."
"It's not safe."
"Believe me.
Please, believe me."
"It's not safe. Stay away."
"It watches me all..."
"Believe me. Believe me.
It is not safe. Stay away."
[paper rustling]
[suspenseful music]
Charlie.
Charlie?
Charlie. Have you...
[dramatic music]
Charlie!
He just wouldn't stop talking
about Father. Then...
[Grace] Charlie!
Charlie, get back upstairs
this instant.
No, I need to be here.
Oh, Charlie, please
listen to me.
You must come upstairs.
It isn't safe down here.
But nowhere is safe.
Everyone thinks we are cursed.
Everyone leaves me. I hate it.
I hate how it makes me feel.
Charlie, please listen to me.
No. Why should I?
[growling]
Get away from him!
Charlie I'm sorry.
I'm sorry you've been
feeling this way,
but you must listen to me.
There is something down here.
I know.
There's always been
something down here.
It's been my friend.
Remember?
You couldn't see him before.
But you can now.
[dramatic music]
[roaring]
I don't know if that thing
has been talking to you.
But whatever it is,
it's not your friend.
-But I've...
-Leave now!
-[growling]
-Go and find the constable.
I... I don't understand.
I think it killed your father
and it killed Uncle Thomas.
Thomas fell. That was,
that was just an accident.
No! No, it wasn't.
That thing is not your friend
It is a monster, Charlie.
And you cannot trust it.
[roaring]
Go! Now!
I don't want to leave you.
You must!
I'll be right behind you.
Go, go, go, go!
No!
[roaring]
Oh, fuck!
-[snarling]
-[panting]
[dramatic music]
[screams]
[dramatic music]
[door closes]
[suspenseful music]
[banging]
[panting]
[dramatic music]
[banging]
[screaming]
[banging]
[creature growling]
[door creaking open]
[snarling]
[clicking]
[clattering]
[roaring]
[clattering]
Leave us alone!
[roaring loudly]
[dramatic music]
[banging]
-Help!
-[glass breaking]
[panting]
Charlie? Charlie,
are you in there?
Yes, I'm here. Mother.
Are you all right?
Fine, I'm fine.
I'm fine, Charlie.
[Charlie] I want to come out.
No, no. You mustn't come out.
You need to stay safe.
I want to help you.
Mother!
[lock clicks]
I'm sorry, Charlie.
I'll come back for you.
[growling]
[Charlie] I think
you need to trap it.
-What?
-[Charlie] In the basement.
You have to trap it
in the basement.
It told me it wanted
to get out. I didn't realize.
[growling]
The basement it is.
You want to get to him?
Go through me first, I dare you!
[roaring loudly]
[door slams shut]
[panting]
-[door banging]
-[roaring]
-[door banging]
-[roaring]
[snarling]
[knife shings]
[music subsides]
-[door opens]
-[gasps]
[creature clicking]
[soft growling]
-[growl]
-[yelps]
[clicking]
[growling]
[clicking]
[growling]
[suspenseful music]
[growling]
[growling]
[growling]
[dramatic music]
-[thud]
-[screams]
-[clicking]
-[high-pitched laugh]
[growling]
[clicking]
[growling]
[faint growling]
[dramatic music building]
[screams]
[roaring]
[panting]
[growling]
[growling]
[clicking]
[growling, roaring]
You will never
hurt my son again!
[clicking]
Leave us alone!
I said leave us alone!
-[snarling]
-[screaming]
[silence]
[footsteps approaching]
[door creaks open]
Come out now, young Master.
Ms. Gray, what's been going on?
She will need you now.
[unsettling music]
Mother! [gasps]
Mother, are you alright?
Oh. Charlie.
I'm alright.
I think it's gone.
I think we're safe.
I thought something
had happened to you.
It's been so long.
I'm sorry, Charlie.
I should've listened to you.
I should have.
I'll always be here
for you, Charlie.
Always.
We can talk about your father.
We can talk about Thomas,
anything you need.
I understand now.
Mother, your hand.
[suspenseful music]
It doesn't hurt.
[suspenseful music]
[door opens]
Milady.
I trust you are well.
Well enough. Thank you.
I'm scared, Mother.
My darling boy, it's over now.
No need to be scared.
Shall I prepare some supper?
You must be hungry.
Yes, please, Mrs. Gray.
And there were a letter.
An inquiry from
someone interested in
purchasing the property.
Throw it away, Mrs. Gray.
This is our home now
Very good, Milady.
Everything's going
to be just fine.
[suspenseful music]
[door creaks]
[door closes]
["The Widow's Lament" playing]
[song ends]