From Black 2023

Cora's Tragic Loss

Seven years prior, Cora Loewen's life was shattered when her five-year-old son, Noah, was kidnapped and murdered. This event left her and her then-husband, Wyatt, battling heroin addiction as they struggled with the profound grief of losing their child.

Cora's Dark Discovery

Cora is found by the police, covered in blood at her home, which indicates that something horrifying has occurred. She begins to recount her harrowing experience to investigating officer Alison Bray, who is not only a police officer but also Cora's older sister.

The Start of Flashbacks

As Cora recounts her story, haunting flashbacks reveal her battle with addiction and the trauma surrounding Noah's death. These flashbacks serve as a powerful reminder of her grief and the lengths to which she has gone to find solace.

Meeting Able

Cora meets Able, the leader of a support group for grieving parents, who shares an unsettling claim that he resurrected his daughter through an occult ritual. His compelling narrative intrigues Cora, who is desperate to reconnect with Noah.

Cora's Skepticism

Initially filled with skepticism, Cora finds herself drawn into Able's tale as he convinces her of the possibility of bringing Noah back to life. He suggests that Noah has assumed a new identity and lives in another city, stirring hope within her.

The Ritual Begins

Cora becomes deeply involved in an intricate ritual led by Able, which includes mantras and the creation of salt circles. This ceremony is meant to bridge the gap between life and death, further entwining Cora in the web of the supernatural.

Visions of The Seeker

During the ritual, Cora begins experiencing chilling visions related to the circumstances of Noah's kidnapping and death. These visions are influenced by a supernatural being known as The Seeker, which soon becomes central to their dark undertaking.

Able's Possession

As tensions rise during the ritual, The Seeker takes possession of Able, creating a volatile situation. Cora realizes that the integrity of the ritual is threatened, leading her to question Able's motives and the true nature of The Seeker.

Breaking the Ritual

In a moment of panic, Cora inadvertently disobeys a critical instruction during the ritual. This mistake infuriates Able, who reveals his ulterior motives, insisting that Cora must carry The Seeker to another soul, intensifying her feelings of entrapment.

Confronting The Seeker

Cora faces an escalating threat from The Seeker, prompting her to summon Wyatt, her abusive ex-husband. However, the supernatural entity dismisses him as a sacrifice, brutally killing him instead, plunging Cora deeper into despair.

Aftermath of Violence

In the wake of the chaos, Cora panics and calls 911 to report the incident, only to be found drenched in blood when the police arrive. This shocking discovery leads to a complicated chain of events that further entraps Cora in her dark reality.

Sisterly Crisis

During a tense interrogation, Alison, Cora's sister, does not fully believe Cora's desperate pleas to return to the house and complete the ritual for Noah. Fearing for her sister's safety, Alison resorts to locking Cora up, believing it is for the best.