Rebecca’s young half-brother who is terrorized by the entity in their home.
The movie features strong performances that elevate the standard horror tropes:
The story begins with the gruesome murder of Paul, Sophie's husband, in a textile factory. When young Martin begins seeing the same shadow-dwelling creature his mother talks to, Rebecca returns home to intervene. They discover that Diana was a girl Sophie befriended in a mental institution. Diana died after being overexposed to light during experimental treatments and now tethers herself to Sophie’s depression to remain in the physical world. The family must use every light source available—flashlights, cell phones, and even neon signs—to survive the night against an entity that vanishes in the light but is lethal in the shadows. Critical Reception and Themes
The estranged daughter who must confront her childhood fears to protect her brother.
Their mother, whose mental illness and past connection to Diana allow the spirit to manifest.
The vengeful spirit with a light-sensitive skin condition who haunts the family. Plot Summary
Rebecca’s boyfriend, noted by many critics as a resourceful and likable character unlike typical horror movie tropes.
