1980
The Freeling family experiences unsettling paranormal activity in their home when their television begins broadcasting static in the middle of the night. Nora Freeling seeks assistance from her neighbor Joannie Bender as the supernatural manifestations escalate to include dangerous fire incidents and spectral sightings. The haunting intensifies during a neighborhood gathering, leaving the family increasingly vulnerable to the malevolent forces inhabiting their residence. Young Carol Ann Freeling becomes the primary target of the spirits, culminating in a chilling encounter that threatens the safety of the entire household.
Save the Cat beat sheet
A suburban family begins to experience paranormal disturbances and struggles to seek help as eerie hauntings escalate.
Open full beat sheetNora Freeling is listed as Wife, Mother, Teacher. 34-year-old mother of four, holds a teaching degree, active in the community. In the parsed data, Nora Freeling is connected to 4 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 2.
4 scenes / 1 dialogue linesCarol Ann Freeling is listed as Daughter. 6-year-old, described as precocious and the primary point of contact for the spirits. In the parsed data, Carol Ann Freeling is connected to 3 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 4.
3 scenes / 2 dialogue linesSteven Freeling is listed as Husband, Father, Real Estate Salesman. Successful, practical, and highly regarded in his community. He is a provider for the Freeling family. In the parsed data, Steven Freeling is connected to 2 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 3.
2 scenes / 1 dialogue linesJoannie Bender is listed as Neighbor. Close neighbor and friend to the Freelings. In the parsed data, Joannie Bender is connected to 2 scenes, first appearing around scene 2.
2 scenes / 0 dialogue linesSweeny Freeling is listed as Son. 16-year-old child of the 80's. In the parsed data, Sweeny Freeling is connected to 2 scenes, first appearing around scene 3.
2 scenes / 0 dialogue linesAngel Freeling is listed as Daughter. 14-year-old child of the 80's. In the parsed data, Angel Freeling is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 3.
1 scenes / 0 dialogue linesJim Bender is listed as Neighbor. Close neighbor and friend to the Freelings. In the parsed data, Jim Bender is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 3.
1 scenes / 0 dialogue linesRobbie Freeling is listed as Son. 12-year-old child of the 80's. In the parsed data, Robbie Freeling is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 3.
1 scenes / 0 dialogue linesElmer is listed as Pet. A silver-buff Cocker Spaniel.
0 scenes / 0 dialogue linesTagina Barrins is listed as Medium/Psychic. 65-year-old eccentric psychic who contributes to the National Enquirer.
0 scenes / 0 dialogue linesSteven and Nora sleep while the television set begins to broadcast static, marking the first paranormal communication.
Steven Freeling, Nora FreelingNora attempts to get help from neighbor Joannie Bender regarding the house's haunting.
Nora Freeling, Joannie BenderThe Freeling children play charades at the Benders' house when manifestations occur.
Steven Freeling, Nora Freeling, Sweeny Freeling, Angel Freeling, Robbie Freeling, Carol Ann FreelingCarol Ann and Jeanette play with dolls, leading to a fire manifestation.
Carol Ann FreelingCarol Ann visits Nora in bed and makes a chilling statement.
Nora Freeling, Sweeny Freeling, Carol Ann FreelingJoannie, could Steve and the kids stay with you and Jim tonight?
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