Bring Me a Skin for Dancing In (2024) Movie Script
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I knew I'd find you here.
We need to talk.
There's nothing left to be said.
You're still wearing her ring.
Isn't it time you moved on?
She was my sister, we can't all
switch off our emotions like you can.
- I was always there for you.
- You were never there for me.
You're late.
Yeah, I had some things I needed to do.
You'll burn yourself
out if you're not careful.
Helen.
I'm not gonna end up like my sister,
if that's what you're worried about.
I'm not suggesting for one second
that you'd take your own life.
She did not commit suicide.
You know, I think I need
to get away for a few days.
Of course, you're still grieving.
Look, your job will still
be here when you get back.
You know, you're one
of my best journalists.
You're a terrible liar.
I don't know what you mean.
You hired me because I'm
your last remaining niece.
You felt sorry for me.
Helen, that's nonsense.
The staff hates me.
My staff hates everyone.
Listen, it's a key to an old
cottage I bought last year.
You can stay there as long as you want.
I just want you to get better.
You always do spoil me.
Well, that's what uncles are for.
Families should treat each other.
Who else is going to spoil you?
By the way, how's your boyfriend?
- We've separated.
- Oh, sorry to hear that.
Well, I'm not.
There are all the gifts given
to me throughout the years.
Gifts are wonderful things.
You know, I love receiving
all kinds of gifts.
Your schedule
for the day, David.
Thanks Rachel, you can go now.
Well you've convinced me, I'll go.
I'll give you a call once
I get to the cottage.
Well, you'll have a hard
job doing that, no reception.
No phone calls, no internet? Great.
No, bliss.
It might be just what I need.
- Exactly.
- Thank you.
You just focus on getting
better, do you understand?
That will be the best gift you can give me.
Family comes first.
I will. You have my word.
Good, now finish your work
and get to that old cottage
before it gets dark, hmm?
My grandmother painted that.
Your uncle mentioned you'd
be paying us a visit.
I thought I'd drop by and
welcome you in person.
Only polite, that's better.
Are you hungry? I know you've
traveled quite the distance.
- Thirsty?
- I'm sorry, who are you?
That's better.
There's a correct place for everything.
My uncle didn't mention you.
My name is Dee Perkins.
Your uncle bought this cottage
off me a few months back.
We're actually distant cousins.
You sure you don't want a bite to eat?
- We are related?
- Ah, many times removed.
Oh don't worry, I will
be out of your way soon.
I just dropped by to introduce myself,
- and my daughter, Stella.
- Your daughter?
We wanted to make sure the cottage
was in good condition for your arrival.
We like to keep her in good order.
This is Stella.
Get that thing away from me.
Why? Don't you like dead things?
I love playing with dead things.
Go and play outside, Stella.
But... Just do as you're told.
Fine.
Please forgive her.
She can get a little carried away at times.
Is there's something wrong with her?
The poor girl found her father dead
when she was only six years old.
She's been fascinated
with death ever since.
- Oh, I'm sorry.
- She's harmless enough.
Look, I'll keep the
cottage in the way it is.
There's nothing for you to worry about.
I'm sure you will.
Oh wait, you have something in your hair.
You have such fine, auburn hair.
Fine auburn hair.
- Just like your sister.
- Just like your sister.
You knew my sister?
Your uncle showed me her photo once.
He mentioned that she had a twin.
What else did he say?
- That she took her own life.
- Her own life.
No, it's not true.
I'm only repeating what
your dear uncle told me.
You know, I've had a long day.
I'd really like a chance to unwind.
Of course, you'll find
plenty of tinned food
in the fridge, I bought
it especially for you.
- Thank you.
- There's no signal here.
- You know that don't you?
- No signal.
Yeah, I do.
I live in the next cottage over the hill.
If you need anything, just pop around.
I'll be there.
- I'll be there.
- Noted.
Great, well it was a
pleasure meeting you Helen.
Your uncle is so very proud of you.
So proud.
I'll leave you in peace now, good day.
Safe travels.
Welcome to the sticks.
Helen, Helen, Helen?
Helen?
Thanks for waking me.
Do you mind?
A few bits of wood won't hurt you, miss.
Well, you could have
waited until I was clear.
I'm only trying to help, miss.
Well, I'll ask for
your help when I need it.
Do you have a name?
- Byron, you?
- Helen.
Lovely to meet you, Helen.
- And you're here, why?
- Isn't it obvious?
What, you like to
trespass at random cottages
and chop wood for people?
My family have owned
this cottage for years.
- You must be Dee's brother.
- That's right.
This cottage can get very cold in winter.
We didn't want you to freeze to death.
It's very thoughtful of you, Byron.
Well, we're a close-knit community.
Simple country folk, we
like to help when we can.
So it's just you, your
sister and your niece.
That's right, we live in that
farmhouse up over the hill.
Just the three of us now.
Her husband passed away a few years ago.
I'm sorry, she did mention that.
There's no bother,
it was a long time ago.
And your parents?
You look cold.
I suppose I should invite
you in for a cup of tea.
- I wouldn't turn that down.
- Follow me.
You like it?
Yeah, that hits the spot.
This cottage must hold
a lot of memories for you.
Yeah, many, many memories.
Do you get along with your sister?
We have our fights, just
like any other family I guess.
So what brought you all the way out here?
Just needed to clear my head
a bit, get away from it all.
Tend to get a lot of lost
souls staying out here.
Sure you do, don't know if I could handle
the isolation for more than a week, though.
I'll wave like my granny.
I'm sorry about earlier,
when I mentioned your parents outside.
I didn't mean to make you
feel uncomfortable or anything.
Our parents took their own lives.
We found them hanging in
the loft, from the rafters.
My god, that's terrible.
It took us a long time before we could
step foot back inside this place.
So sorry, I wouldn't have
invited you in if had I known.
That's all right, miss.
I've long since come
to terms with the loss.
It's just nothing but memories now.
Still.
Dee tells me you lost a sister recently.
- My twin, yeah.
- My condolences.
Thank you.
She tells me it was a suicide.
Well, that's what the
official report says, at least.
You don't buy it.
I knew my sister, Byron.
She would've never taken her own life.
I'm sorry, I came here to
like, forget about everything.
Do you mind if we just
talk about something else?
Yeah, of course.
Your sister sure likes
to get to know the guests.
Rural communities
they, they like to talk.
Of course they do.
Oh by the way, there doesn't happen to be,
like a public hiking trail or
something around here, right?
Why do you ask?
Well, last night I heard
a bit of an odd sound.
- Odd?
- Yeah it was,
it was like it was coming from the woods,
like a wailing sound.
Almost as if it was calling out my name.
It's most likely the elements
playing tricks on your ears.
Don't read too much into it.
I'm not so sure about that.
It's most likely a winded fox, then.
They make the most terrible
sounds when they're injured.
It was no fox.
The wind can carry
sounds for miles around
down here, but a city girl might-
- I know what I heard, Byron.
All right, I don't wanna fall out
- with somebody I just met.
- Agreed.
You know, we used to hold
a lot of parties in this cottage.
Parties, really?
Oh yeah. My sister used
to love her gatherings.
- Such as?
- All kinds.
Come on, I wanna show
you something upstairs.
- Are you serious?
- Come on.
Nothing to worry about it,
it's just an old photograph.
You're certainly full
of surprises, aren't you?
So, what do you think?
Is it a Halloween party?
Yeah, you could say that.
What's with all the animals?
It's a celebration of Samhain,
when the veil between our world
and the spirit world is less finished.
People dress up as animals to
scare away any passing demons.
And you believe in all that?
I don't know, it's fun
to think about though.
Hey, that's pretty.
That was my sister's, I found it outside.
She, she was here, but
I just don't know when.
I don't think so.
I would've remembered
another pretty face like yours.
I've seen those pendants
at a lot of stores,
I must say, it's a common design.
I'm sorry.
No, it's okay. Just a
bit of a raw subject still.
Yeah, of course. Hey
believe me, I know.
Well, I'll be on my way.
It was nice chatting with you.
Same here.
Look, if you're free later,
um, I could make us something good to eat.
You don't have to do that.
I know, just think of it as payment
for all the chopped wood.
Have you lost something?
Yeah, my ring.
I must have taken it off somewhere.
I'm sure it will show up.
So, what time shall I pop around?
- How's 8:00 sound?
- Sounds good.
- I'll see you then.
- I'll see you then.
So, what do you
think of our new guest?
She's adorable.
Oh, do I sense romance in the air? Hers?
She places great value on it.
I have everything we need in here.
I'll take it to her later.
You like her, don't you?
You've got too much imagination, Dee.
It's always been your trouble.
I can read you like a book.
You can't bring your father back.
I can try.
He's been gone a very long time.
I've seen him around, I know he's here.
He's not, you think he's here
because you want him to be here.
We have a lovely life together, you and I.
But we're missing him.
Be back in one hour,
supper will be ready.
Father, is that you?
I'll bring you back, she'll see.
- I brought you a present.
- It's very thoughtful of you.
You really are spoiling me.
You'd better come in then.
Mm, family recipe?
No, it's just pasta and sauce.
Nothing to get too excited about.
Are the beds upstairs not to your liking?
No, no, it's just, I thought it might be
a bit more comfortable down here, is all.
There's quite a choice
of cozy beds up there.
I know. I just think I'll
be more comfortable down here.
What's with all the questions?
Nothing just, just curious. That's all.
Eat your food.
It's just, it looks like,
it doesn't look very comfortable.
Look, can you drop the topic please?
- Okay.
- You're making a deal
- out of nothing.
- Okay.
Did something happen after I left today?
- What do you mean?
- Just seem on edge.
Did something spook you?
I'm fine, really I am.
It's just you who keeps
prying and pestering,
starting to irritate me.
You can tell me anything, I won't judge.
Nothing happened after you left, Byron.
Can we please just drop it?
- Okay.
- Thank you.
It's just like an old house like this
can make a lot of strange noises.
One more word and I'm
gonna ask you to leave.
- Okay, okay. I'll drop it.
- Good.
It is lovely food, by the way.
Keep the compliments
coming, good-looking.
You have a lot of making up to do.
Oh, so you find me attractive?
No, it's just a slip of the tongue.
I'm not attracted to you in the slightest.
Have you always lived in London?
- Since I was young, yeah.
- Before that?
I was born in New York, if you must know.
- Oh really?
- Yeah,
but I've been in the UK long enough
to consider myself a Brit
though, yow about you?
I lived in the village all my life.
That's my home, I love it.
- And what do you do for work?
- I manage an estate.
That sounds quite impressive.
Big estate, I hope.
One of the biggest in the
country, if you must know.
The chap I work for, he
owes half the village.
He's quite a down-to-earth chap.
He likes to hold his own
big parties up at the house.
I'd like to introduce you sometime.
He tends to keep a close
watch on any new arrivals.
I'd like that.
So, why did you leave New York. Helen?
Sorry, my dad was a New Yorker.
My mom was from London.
She couldn't quite settle
into the Big Apple,
and you can fill in the gaps.
Had of a lot of arguments, I imagine.
Every night, it's one
of my earliest memories.
I see.
And he wasn't a good man either.
Look, we could talk about
something else if you want.
No it's, it's okay.
I managed to move on, a few
years after he went missing.
- Missing?
- Yeah, my dad
was involved in a lot of bad stuff.
I think he was probably murdered.
Murdered? What kind of bad stuff?
It's all a bit vague.
I keep having these nightmares.
It's, I remember coming home
from school one afternoon.
My mom was out, and there
are all these people,
they're holding some kind of
ceremony, something like that.
- Interesting.
- Yeah.
A few weeks later, my
sister, myself and my mom
moved to London, and lived
with my uncle ever since.
My mom passed away last year.
I'm so sorry.
I guess we're both lost souls.
- Yeah.
- Dessert after dinner?
Have you got any cake?
I can't promise cake, but
I think I could find you
- something sweet.
- Sold.
And how about a glass
of red wine to go with it?
I think I saw a bottle in the kitchen.
Now I'm The one being spoiled.
Well, you have managed to behave yourself
since before, so it's only fair.
Night's not over yet.
I will get you something sweet.
Helen, what happened?
It's okay, I'm here.
It's all right, I'm here.
We need to leave.
Yeah of course, whatever you want.
Come on, nothing's gonna happen.
Something did happen
earlier after you left.
- What happened?
- In the bedroom.
I heard wailing and the
door flung itself open.
Well I'm here now, nothing's
gonna happen. You're safe.
Something in this house wants me dead.
Look, it's an old house.
Pipes burst, foundations shift.
- You don't believe me.
- I didn't say that.
You can see for yourself.
Look, all I'm saying is
there's a logical explanation
for things like this.
Oh Helen, wait.
- Hey.
- Please, just leave me alone.
Do you mind?
It's almost midnight,
where are you going to go?
I don't know, I'll find somewhere.
Look, I'll stay with you here tonight.
I don't think I can stay
another night in this place.
We can both sleep downstairs
if that makes you feel any better.
And tomorrow first light,
we'll go up to the farmhouse.
- First light.
- First light, I promise.
This is supposed to be a relaxing break.
I'm sorry it turned out like this.
Listen, there's another
sofa bed in the spare room.
I'll bring it downstairs.
Thank you, Byron.
I'll go get some spare sheets,
and get things set up then.
Dad?
Byron?
- Hey, talk to me.
- It's nothing.
Well, it doesn't seem like nothing.
Just the house playing tricks again.
Here, let me help you with the bed.
No it's okay, I don't need help.
- I'll do it.
- Okay.
- They said she drowned.
- Come again?
My sister, Beth.
They said she stuffed herself with pills
and threw herself off a bridge.
That's horrible.
And she was stressed with work,
and her marriage was on the rocks.
But I know my sister,
suicide was not an option.
What does your uncle think?
My uncle was the one that paid for her
to get away for a few weeks.
He said he sent her to a
cottage up in Scotland,
but the pendant, it's,
I don't know why he'd lie
to me, if she was here.
That pendant you showed
me Helen, is common.
You keep jumping the gun.
Yeah, I suppose.
Look, why don't you try to get some rest?
Everything will feel better
after a good night's sleep.
I think I need a tranquilizer gun
to knock me out at this point.
Well, I could get you one.
There is that bottle of
wine we never opened.
- We can try that.
- Yeah, that could work.
I'll be right back.
Everything okay?
There's something outside.
I can't see anything.
Look right, right there in
the middle of the courtyard.
Looks like a dead crow to me.
No, it's still moving.
Oh, let's put that poor
thing out of its misery.
I'll go get a knife.
Yeah, be quick. It's in agony.
- Where'd it go?
- It must be here.
That is a lot of blood.
Must have crawled off to die.
Poor thing.
Nothing can survive
that amount of blood loss.
Whatever it was, I just
hope it dies quickly.
- Helen.
- Just wait.
- Helen?
- Coming.
Helen?
Now we go back inside.
- Woodbine.
- But why, and who?
- Glasses?
- Screw the glasses.
I'm gonna drink straight from the bottle.
I'll join you.
- Good?
- That's just what we need.
I can murder a few of these.
I wish we had more.
Guys, I've got something to say.
Welcome, I am so glad that
you all made it this afternoon.
You know there's nothing better
than to be surrounded by good friends.
You've made us all a good amount of money
with your unusual investment
strategy, Richard.
We all give big thanks, Richard.
Best broker in town.
Besides myself, of course.
- Gentlemen.
- That's funny.
I'm being serious here.
Too bad none of us take you as serious.
One year, just give me one more year.
That'll be at least
five years for you, buddy.
I admire your confidence.
Here's to Ronnie.
I think Ray here's giving
us all a run for our money.
You're such a charmer, Teddy.
He certainly tries.
He's gonna have to try
a hell of a lot harder.
I'd just like to thank you all
for having so much faith in me.
Remember, without you, I'm nothing.
- Agreed.
- Bottoms up.
- To Richard.
- To Richard.
I can't believe
this many people showed up.
Talking outta my ass.
I heard Richard even hid
that money from his family.
He just got lucky with a
few of those investments.
That is it, nothing more.
All the people I've spoken
of say the same thing, too.
Yeah, let me tell you something.
He's a dirty fraud.
Those bubbles will burst at the seams,
and when it does, then we'll
see how many people in there
are left, tipping their glasses to him.
I just never really liked the guy,
- no style, no substance.
- I hear you.
I've been waiting a
long time to see Richard
knocked off his high horse,
just like we planned.
We're all here, aren't we?
If everyone is ready.
I wanna take a blowtorch
to his smug fucking face.
Fine, but not very efficient.
Rusty pair of scissors
is my first choice.
Let's get this over with, boys.
Let's go.
Be seeing you real soon, Richard.
- Run Helen, run.
- It appears we have
an additional guest.
She should be upstairs
doing her homework.
Is it your turn or my
turn to be the parent?
I've lost count.
Well, I'll go
ahead and take care of it.
- No, she hates you, remember?
- Yes, true.
- You okay Helen?
- Why are people so mean?
Well get used to it, hon.
I wanna talk to my dad.
He's busy with his guests, sweetie.
Just to say goodnight.
Okay two minutes, but
then it's up you go.
She came to say goodnight.
Aren't you supposed to be upstairs
doing your homework, pet?
I have something I
need to tell you first.
The man in the blue shirt
called you an old dirty fraud.
- Clear the room, Cathy.
- Is everything okay?
Clear in the room, now. You two, stay.
Okay everybody, it's time to leave.
You heard the boss, come on, let's go.
- What's the hell's going on?
- Yeah, where's everybody,
it, it's still too early.
- It's time to go.
- We just got here.
I don't care, it's time to leave.
I'm staying put, I can't even stand up.
- Not my fault.
- Since when does the maid
get to call shots?
Would you care to repeat that?
- No.
- Okay, I didn't think so.
It's time to go, let's go.
Don't you need to be changing
bedsheets or something-
- I said let's go, come on, get out.
Ow.
- Get outta here.
- That was unnecessary.
He was just joking.
Well I'm not, it's time
to leave fellas, let's go.
Excuse me sir, excuse me.
I'm very familiar with that expression.
I beg you, please not tonight.
Jerry, get out of my face.
Sir, please reconsider, not tonight.
Thomas, I'd like to have
a word with you quietly,
if you don't mind.
Yeah, yeah sure Richard.
You know, we're always
here for you, champ.
You wanna lose that arm? Follow me.
You look pissed off there, Richard.
It's the look I get, every
time I see your face, Thomas.
I asked you to get over
here, now get over here.
If you ever, if you ever
make my little daughter
cry again, I will push your
head through this glass door,
and I will slit your throat
from ear to ear with the pieces.
Can't breathe, I can't breathe.
- Hey.
- Come on boss.
Playtime is over with.
Jesus Richard, we're on your side here.
Yeah, that's not what I heard.
- You heard wrong.
- Yeah, well he'll live.
- I'll help you clean up.
- Thank you, Ashley.
Hey, what about the back room?
- Are you serious?
- It's just a question.
Don't ask stupid questions.
That room is off limits, you understand?
Got it. This is one creepy apartment.
- Hey, party over already?
- Where'd everybody go?
We've decided that
everybody needs to leave,
if you don't mind.
But, we just got here two hours ago.
Just starting to enjoy myself.
Oh look, you know what?
I'll make up for it, how about that?
I'll pay for your cab ride.
He's playing, I have no compaints.
Thank you for understanding.
Well, goodbye. Thank you for the afternoon.
I've got expensive tastes.
Slip me an extra 50?
Of course I can, why not? You fuck.
How you feeling, possum?
I'm okay.
Never forget, you did
the right thing, okay?
Proud of you.
Well, I need to pay my respects.
I'll see you two tomorrow morning.
- Helen.
- Beth.
Is there anything I can do to help?
Yes, just take the girl upstairs.
Come on trouble, let's go.
- Come on, trouble.
- Beth.
You should go... Helen, run.
- Helen, run.
- You should go to your room.
Helen, run, Helen run.
Oh, sorry.
Is everything okay?
Yeah, yeah, everything's fine.
Please go back to sleep, I'm okay.
You had one of your nightmares again?
Yeah, this one was a bit more difficult.
It involved your father?
Yeah, and my sister too.
People can be so cruel.
Yeah, they can be.
I'm gonna go grab myself
a glass of warm milk.
Yeah, that's a good idea.
It should help you sleep like a baby.
Well, that took longer than expected.
It will be worth the effort.
- I miss her.
- I know.
- Beth was very beautiful.
- She was.
More beautiful than me?
You are a very beautiful girl.
What are you doing, child?
Stop that at once, get out of there.
I was in love with her.
I always wanted to kiss her.
You should have taken your chance
while she was still alive.
Helen looks the same.
Stop that.
Her baby would've been so beautiful.
Put Beth down and get out of there.
You're no fun.
It's nice they'll get buried together.
They keep each other company.
So when can we go?
Be patient my dear,
the others are coming.
I'm so happy I've got Helen's ring.
I hope Byron is okay.
Byron will be fine, he's
big and strong and charming.
It's so nice that you're both so close,
after all these years.
Oh yes, we are very close.
You are such a devil.
That's why you all love me.
What a beautiful evening.
Certain of such wonders.
Helen, Helen? Oh Christ.
Stella, Dee?
- Helen.
What are you guys doing here?
Come over here and let me show you.
- Who are you guys, really?
- Friends of your sister's.
- You actually knew Beth.
- Of course, yes.
Your uncle brought her to us.
I knew it.
Please come over here
and let me show you.
Oh my God, no.
There's nothing to be afraid of, Helen.
We all end the same eventually.
Who the hell is that?
- You know who it is.
- You know them very well.
Oh it is, it's Beth.
- It's Beth, it's Beth.
- Correct.
But why?
We have to make an
offering, to make them happy.
- Them, them who?
- The watchers.
The ones who fell from the stars.
- Do you see them?
- They're always with us.
Tonight is their evening.
The beginning of Samhain.
I think Helen is more beautiful.
- Perhaps.
- Uncle.
You were supposed to keep
Helen with you in the cottage.
Can't you obey simple instructions?
Sorry, she left without telling me.
Well, I'm happy to see you, Uncle.
- Thanks.
- We put Helen to sleep.
She'll be awake soon enough.
We need to get her outta
there before the others arrive.
Oh, can't we just leave
her in the hole next to Beth,
and have the party up here?
Stop making trouble, Stella.
Just saying.
Get in there, get her out.
- Fine.
- So small.
You better make sure
she's tied up this time.
Tied up tight.
Okay, see you at the house.
I'll leave you with Beth.
Just make sure she
doesn't escape this time.
- Is that clear?
- Yeah, yeah.
Just one minute young lady.
You can stay here with me.
We still have our spells to cast, remember?
I just wanted to
help him carry her, is all.
You'll have plenty of
time to spend with Byron,
once the gathering is over, my sweet child.
I hope so, I would die if someone else
got their hands on him, simply die.
Well, we'll just have to make sure
that doesn't happen, won't we?
- I love patience.
- The very best.
But first we must
prepare for this evening.
Of course, I'm ready when you are.
I'm sorry about this.
There's nothing I can do, I'm afraid.
It will all be over soon.
Dee promised she'd make your passing quick,
just like she did with Beth.
Please be calm, all this
drama isn't gonna help you.
It did Beth no good at all.
This never gets any easier.
Wonderful, they're finally here.
Well here we are, my dear.
You really need to
get that exhaust fixed.
Oh, quit your whining.
I told you I'd take a look at it,
and yet you keep going on and on.
You've been saying the
same thing for months now.
I get palpitations every
time that exhaust roars.
Do you want me to have a heart attack?
Oh, well that's just charming, isn't it?
Look, can we just get up to the property
without having a blazing row?
I don't want to fight, really I don't.
I just want you to do what
you say you're going to do.
- That's all.
- Point taken.
It's not as big as I'd hoped for.
Well, maybe
take a look around inside
and you'll love it.
Is this the one with
the en suite bathroom?
- Yes, dear.
- Mm, very well.
But this is the last property
I'm viewing this week.
Your other choices were just awful.
- Thank you, dear.
- I'm just being honest.
I know, dear.
I must go and meet our new guests.
As soon as Dee and Stella arrive,
I'll be right back up
to check on you, right.
I'll catch you later.
Is that the best you can do?
That wouldn't wake a baby.
What do you want? Me hit
loud enough to wake the dead?
Well, at least you'd have
done something right today.
I can't do it, can I? I
just polished my nails.
Someone's coming.
Hello, so sorry about my wife.
She's just rather eager
to tour the property.
- Of course.
- Cozy.
This place needs a good maid.
Oh Camilla, try to be polite.
- I'm just being honest.
- "I'm just being honest."
Yes, we know.
If it was up to you, we'd be living
in a broken, filthy,
damp, horrible houseboat.
Does this property come
with any of the furniture?
Yes, we can do that as part of any deal.
Why, Thank you.
Allow me to show you
the rest of the property.
- Follow me.
- Right.
The kitchen.
Ooh, it's very cold in here.
Yes, the temperature did rather drop.
We could very well have a ghost.
Ooh, you are funny.
He's funny, isn't he Burt, huh?
- Oh, hilarious.
- Oh, cute too.
Look, would you mind showing
us the rest of the cottage?
We are rather pushed for time.
Of course, let me show you the cellar.
We have a fine selection
of wine down there.
Follow me.
- Oh.
- Thank you.
Our new guests have arrived.
I can't wait to meet them.
Control yourself Stella,
remember not to get too excited.
We don't want a repeat of last time, do we?
I thought we needed the
extra meat for our celebrations.
Of course, but we have to
wait until they are asleep
before we act this time.
I shall behave myself, you have my word.
- We'll see.
- We'll see.
I am sorry about that.
I'm gonna go fetch the key.
Why don't you both make yourselves at home?
He's a lovely man, isn't he Burt?
Oh, he is adorable.
You two seem to be
getting along rather well.
And what's that supposed to mean?
Oh, absolutely nothing.
I bet he has a string of
young ladies chasing at him.
- Are you done?
- I'm just saying.
You must be the Johnsons.
That's correct, are you Dee?
Indeed I am.
So nice to put a face to a name.
I trust you both had a pleasant journey.
I don't suppose you're familiar
with our remote country roads.
Well, my husband did get
lost a couple of times.
That's why we're a little bit late.
But we did make it here, and
that is the important part.
Well, I was going to introduce
you to my daughter Stella,
but it appears she has other places to be.
Not to worry, I'm sure
we'll meet her later.
Yes, yes, I'm sure you will.
Can I get you both a drink? Tea perhaps.
Tea would be lovely.
Oh, black coffee for me if that's okay.
Of course.
Have you seen my brother anywhere?
Ah, he went to go fetch some keys.
I see, very well.
I'll, I'll go and make your drinks.
Do sit down.
- What strange people.
- Shh, you're so rude.
I'm just saying.
We can take a look around.
If it's not to our fancy,
then we'll just make our excuses and leave.
Ah, I'm ready to leave now.
This place gives me the creeps
- We'll leave when I'm ready.
- Yes, dear.
- Did you see that?
- See what?
Something's moving outside.
Have you been drinking again?
I thought we agreed you would try to stop.
Oh, don't start again with that nonsense.
I'm perfectly sober.
Did you hear that?
Could have been a bird flying too low.
Might have clipped its
wings on one of the rafters.
- Oh bird, my ass.
- Oh do sit down, Burt.
Don't be so dramatic.
Get lost, whoever's out
there throwing stones.
- Who are you?
- Can you keep a secret?
- A secret?
- I like dead things.
Oh my.
That was so much fun.
Oh, Burt.
I see you've already
met my daughter, Stella.
I knew this would happen,
girl has no patience.
Who are you people?
We are a very close-knit family.
- Oh God.
- Well, you took your time.
I was looking for the keys to the cellar.
Oh, we don't need them now.
Oh Stella.
- No patience.
- So what now?
- Where's Helen?
- She's upstairs.
- Secured?
Of course, I'm not some kind of idiot.
Right, help me get these two ready.
Fine.
It's good to see you again, Helen.
You were told to stay upstairs.
She was trying to leave.
- Run Sis, run.
- Helen?
Did you sleep well?
Your uncle is head of
the family now, Helen.
He's been at the top since
your father passed away.
We must keep up with tradition.
We must send Uncle a gift each year.
We can't forget.
To celebrate the Sabbath,
when the barriers between this world
and the spirit world break down.
The witches' Sabbath, we
must make our annual offering,
- a sacrifice.
- To make it memorable.
- He has requested the skin.
- Your skin.
Your guests have arrived, David
Splendid, let's get the jacket.
Of course, I'll begin to prepare
- your special gift as well.
- Hmm.
Just a sauvignon blanc, may be a bit off.
I have no idea.
Hey guys, I've traveled over 200 miles
to be here this evening.
I've traveled all the way from Leeds.
He never fails to impress us.
- And yourself?
- I traveled from Budapest.
Oh, Budapest eh? The Paris of the East.
One of my favorite cities.
Well, there was no
way I was going to miss
this special event tonight.
Oh, very wise choice, my dear.
I know.
David runs a very fine group,
one of the best in the country.
Hmm.
I love our little gatherings.
I'd be lost without you all.
- Same here.
- I'll drink to that.
It feels like a second home.
- We are all family now.
- Mm.
I wish I had the same level
of commitment as all of you,
but I do wish to be one
of the top boys one day.
Just keep your head
down and your mouth shut,
and everything will turn out fine.
Patience is the key.
- Loyalty above all.
- Yes, yes, yes.
Quiet, quiet. The main man has arrived.
Wait, where's Mark?
Come on, you've gotta oversee this.
Come on, over here.
Yes, I'm sure Mark will be delighted
to see his girlfriend again.
It's so good to see you, David.
Time really does fly by.
Thank you everyone for your presence.
This year will be a special one.
Very special.
I've been so looking
forward to this moment.
We heard you were sent a gift.
A very special gift.
We can't wait to see it.
We're all very excited, David.
- It's magnificent.
- Beautiful work.
So, so pretty.
It's a pleasure mixing
with such great craftsmen.
And what shall we do with the leftovers?
Oh, the usual.
This will be a darling, and remind me.
We shall boil her flesh, of course.
Make flasks from her skin to drink from.
Sounds delicious.
Oh, I can't wait to try.
Yes, our favorite brew.
A beautiful ending to a
loving relationship, eh?
It's a shame. She was
such a, a pretty girl.
And now we have the skin dancing.
I knew I'd find you here.
We need to talk.
There's nothing left to be said.
You're still wearing her ring.
Isn't it time you moved on?
She was my sister, we can't all
switch off our emotions like you can.
- I was always there for you.
- You were never there for me.
You're late.
Yeah, I had some things I needed to do.
You'll burn yourself
out if you're not careful.
Helen.
I'm not gonna end up like my sister,
if that's what you're worried about.
I'm not suggesting for one second
that you'd take your own life.
She did not commit suicide.
You know, I think I need
to get away for a few days.
Of course, you're still grieving.
Look, your job will still
be here when you get back.
You know, you're one
of my best journalists.
You're a terrible liar.
I don't know what you mean.
You hired me because I'm
your last remaining niece.
You felt sorry for me.
Helen, that's nonsense.
The staff hates me.
My staff hates everyone.
Listen, it's a key to an old
cottage I bought last year.
You can stay there as long as you want.
I just want you to get better.
You always do spoil me.
Well, that's what uncles are for.
Families should treat each other.
Who else is going to spoil you?
By the way, how's your boyfriend?
- We've separated.
- Oh, sorry to hear that.
Well, I'm not.
There are all the gifts given
to me throughout the years.
Gifts are wonderful things.
You know, I love receiving
all kinds of gifts.
Your schedule
for the day, David.
Thanks Rachel, you can go now.
Well you've convinced me, I'll go.
I'll give you a call once
I get to the cottage.
Well, you'll have a hard
job doing that, no reception.
No phone calls, no internet? Great.
No, bliss.
It might be just what I need.
- Exactly.
- Thank you.
You just focus on getting
better, do you understand?
That will be the best gift you can give me.
Family comes first.
I will. You have my word.
Good, now finish your work
and get to that old cottage
before it gets dark, hmm?
My grandmother painted that.
Your uncle mentioned you'd
be paying us a visit.
I thought I'd drop by and
welcome you in person.
Only polite, that's better.
Are you hungry? I know you've
traveled quite the distance.
- Thirsty?
- I'm sorry, who are you?
That's better.
There's a correct place for everything.
My uncle didn't mention you.
My name is Dee Perkins.
Your uncle bought this cottage
off me a few months back.
We're actually distant cousins.
You sure you don't want a bite to eat?
- We are related?
- Ah, many times removed.
Oh don't worry, I will
be out of your way soon.
I just dropped by to introduce myself,
- and my daughter, Stella.
- Your daughter?
We wanted to make sure the cottage
was in good condition for your arrival.
We like to keep her in good order.
This is Stella.
Get that thing away from me.
Why? Don't you like dead things?
I love playing with dead things.
Go and play outside, Stella.
But... Just do as you're told.
Fine.
Please forgive her.
She can get a little carried away at times.
Is there's something wrong with her?
The poor girl found her father dead
when she was only six years old.
She's been fascinated
with death ever since.
- Oh, I'm sorry.
- She's harmless enough.
Look, I'll keep the
cottage in the way it is.
There's nothing for you to worry about.
I'm sure you will.
Oh wait, you have something in your hair.
You have such fine, auburn hair.
Fine auburn hair.
- Just like your sister.
- Just like your sister.
You knew my sister?
Your uncle showed me her photo once.
He mentioned that she had a twin.
What else did he say?
- That she took her own life.
- Her own life.
No, it's not true.
I'm only repeating what
your dear uncle told me.
You know, I've had a long day.
I'd really like a chance to unwind.
Of course, you'll find
plenty of tinned food
in the fridge, I bought
it especially for you.
- Thank you.
- There's no signal here.
- You know that don't you?
- No signal.
Yeah, I do.
I live in the next cottage over the hill.
If you need anything, just pop around.
I'll be there.
- I'll be there.
- Noted.
Great, well it was a
pleasure meeting you Helen.
Your uncle is so very proud of you.
So proud.
I'll leave you in peace now, good day.
Safe travels.
Welcome to the sticks.
Helen, Helen, Helen?
Helen?
Thanks for waking me.
Do you mind?
A few bits of wood won't hurt you, miss.
Well, you could have
waited until I was clear.
I'm only trying to help, miss.
Well, I'll ask for
your help when I need it.
Do you have a name?
- Byron, you?
- Helen.
Lovely to meet you, Helen.
- And you're here, why?
- Isn't it obvious?
What, you like to
trespass at random cottages
and chop wood for people?
My family have owned
this cottage for years.
- You must be Dee's brother.
- That's right.
This cottage can get very cold in winter.
We didn't want you to freeze to death.
It's very thoughtful of you, Byron.
Well, we're a close-knit community.
Simple country folk, we
like to help when we can.
So it's just you, your
sister and your niece.
That's right, we live in that
farmhouse up over the hill.
Just the three of us now.
Her husband passed away a few years ago.
I'm sorry, she did mention that.
There's no bother,
it was a long time ago.
And your parents?
You look cold.
I suppose I should invite
you in for a cup of tea.
- I wouldn't turn that down.
- Follow me.
You like it?
Yeah, that hits the spot.
This cottage must hold
a lot of memories for you.
Yeah, many, many memories.
Do you get along with your sister?
We have our fights, just
like any other family I guess.
So what brought you all the way out here?
Just needed to clear my head
a bit, get away from it all.
Tend to get a lot of lost
souls staying out here.
Sure you do, don't know if I could handle
the isolation for more than a week, though.
I'll wave like my granny.
I'm sorry about earlier,
when I mentioned your parents outside.
I didn't mean to make you
feel uncomfortable or anything.
Our parents took their own lives.
We found them hanging in
the loft, from the rafters.
My god, that's terrible.
It took us a long time before we could
step foot back inside this place.
So sorry, I wouldn't have
invited you in if had I known.
That's all right, miss.
I've long since come
to terms with the loss.
It's just nothing but memories now.
Still.
Dee tells me you lost a sister recently.
- My twin, yeah.
- My condolences.
Thank you.
She tells me it was a suicide.
Well, that's what the
official report says, at least.
You don't buy it.
I knew my sister, Byron.
She would've never taken her own life.
I'm sorry, I came here to
like, forget about everything.
Do you mind if we just
talk about something else?
Yeah, of course.
Your sister sure likes
to get to know the guests.
Rural communities
they, they like to talk.
Of course they do.
Oh by the way, there doesn't happen to be,
like a public hiking trail or
something around here, right?
Why do you ask?
Well, last night I heard
a bit of an odd sound.
- Odd?
- Yeah it was,
it was like it was coming from the woods,
like a wailing sound.
Almost as if it was calling out my name.
It's most likely the elements
playing tricks on your ears.
Don't read too much into it.
I'm not so sure about that.
It's most likely a winded fox, then.
They make the most terrible
sounds when they're injured.
It was no fox.
The wind can carry
sounds for miles around
down here, but a city girl might-
- I know what I heard, Byron.
All right, I don't wanna fall out
- with somebody I just met.
- Agreed.
You know, we used to hold
a lot of parties in this cottage.
Parties, really?
Oh yeah. My sister used
to love her gatherings.
- Such as?
- All kinds.
Come on, I wanna show
you something upstairs.
- Are you serious?
- Come on.
Nothing to worry about it,
it's just an old photograph.
You're certainly full
of surprises, aren't you?
So, what do you think?
Is it a Halloween party?
Yeah, you could say that.
What's with all the animals?
It's a celebration of Samhain,
when the veil between our world
and the spirit world is less finished.
People dress up as animals to
scare away any passing demons.
And you believe in all that?
I don't know, it's fun
to think about though.
Hey, that's pretty.
That was my sister's, I found it outside.
She, she was here, but
I just don't know when.
I don't think so.
I would've remembered
another pretty face like yours.
I've seen those pendants
at a lot of stores,
I must say, it's a common design.
I'm sorry.
No, it's okay. Just a
bit of a raw subject still.
Yeah, of course. Hey
believe me, I know.
Well, I'll be on my way.
It was nice chatting with you.
Same here.
Look, if you're free later,
um, I could make us something good to eat.
You don't have to do that.
I know, just think of it as payment
for all the chopped wood.
Have you lost something?
Yeah, my ring.
I must have taken it off somewhere.
I'm sure it will show up.
So, what time shall I pop around?
- How's 8:00 sound?
- Sounds good.
- I'll see you then.
- I'll see you then.
So, what do you
think of our new guest?
She's adorable.
Oh, do I sense romance in the air? Hers?
She places great value on it.
I have everything we need in here.
I'll take it to her later.
You like her, don't you?
You've got too much imagination, Dee.
It's always been your trouble.
I can read you like a book.
You can't bring your father back.
I can try.
He's been gone a very long time.
I've seen him around, I know he's here.
He's not, you think he's here
because you want him to be here.
We have a lovely life together, you and I.
But we're missing him.
Be back in one hour,
supper will be ready.
Father, is that you?
I'll bring you back, she'll see.
- I brought you a present.
- It's very thoughtful of you.
You really are spoiling me.
You'd better come in then.
Mm, family recipe?
No, it's just pasta and sauce.
Nothing to get too excited about.
Are the beds upstairs not to your liking?
No, no, it's just, I thought it might be
a bit more comfortable down here, is all.
There's quite a choice
of cozy beds up there.
I know. I just think I'll
be more comfortable down here.
What's with all the questions?
Nothing just, just curious. That's all.
Eat your food.
It's just, it looks like,
it doesn't look very comfortable.
Look, can you drop the topic please?
- Okay.
- You're making a deal
- out of nothing.
- Okay.
Did something happen after I left today?
- What do you mean?
- Just seem on edge.
Did something spook you?
I'm fine, really I am.
It's just you who keeps
prying and pestering,
starting to irritate me.
You can tell me anything, I won't judge.
Nothing happened after you left, Byron.
Can we please just drop it?
- Okay.
- Thank you.
It's just like an old house like this
can make a lot of strange noises.
One more word and I'm
gonna ask you to leave.
- Okay, okay. I'll drop it.
- Good.
It is lovely food, by the way.
Keep the compliments
coming, good-looking.
You have a lot of making up to do.
Oh, so you find me attractive?
No, it's just a slip of the tongue.
I'm not attracted to you in the slightest.
Have you always lived in London?
- Since I was young, yeah.
- Before that?
I was born in New York, if you must know.
- Oh really?
- Yeah,
but I've been in the UK long enough
to consider myself a Brit
though, yow about you?
I lived in the village all my life.
That's my home, I love it.
- And what do you do for work?
- I manage an estate.
That sounds quite impressive.
Big estate, I hope.
One of the biggest in the
country, if you must know.
The chap I work for, he
owes half the village.
He's quite a down-to-earth chap.
He likes to hold his own
big parties up at the house.
I'd like to introduce you sometime.
He tends to keep a close
watch on any new arrivals.
I'd like that.
So, why did you leave New York. Helen?
Sorry, my dad was a New Yorker.
My mom was from London.
She couldn't quite settle
into the Big Apple,
and you can fill in the gaps.
Had of a lot of arguments, I imagine.
Every night, it's one
of my earliest memories.
I see.
And he wasn't a good man either.
Look, we could talk about
something else if you want.
No it's, it's okay.
I managed to move on, a few
years after he went missing.
- Missing?
- Yeah, my dad
was involved in a lot of bad stuff.
I think he was probably murdered.
Murdered? What kind of bad stuff?
It's all a bit vague.
I keep having these nightmares.
It's, I remember coming home
from school one afternoon.
My mom was out, and there
are all these people,
they're holding some kind of
ceremony, something like that.
- Interesting.
- Yeah.
A few weeks later, my
sister, myself and my mom
moved to London, and lived
with my uncle ever since.
My mom passed away last year.
I'm so sorry.
I guess we're both lost souls.
- Yeah.
- Dessert after dinner?
Have you got any cake?
I can't promise cake, but
I think I could find you
- something sweet.
- Sold.
And how about a glass
of red wine to go with it?
I think I saw a bottle in the kitchen.
Now I'm The one being spoiled.
Well, you have managed to behave yourself
since before, so it's only fair.
Night's not over yet.
I will get you something sweet.
Helen, what happened?
It's okay, I'm here.
It's all right, I'm here.
We need to leave.
Yeah of course, whatever you want.
Come on, nothing's gonna happen.
Something did happen
earlier after you left.
- What happened?
- In the bedroom.
I heard wailing and the
door flung itself open.
Well I'm here now, nothing's
gonna happen. You're safe.
Something in this house wants me dead.
Look, it's an old house.
Pipes burst, foundations shift.
- You don't believe me.
- I didn't say that.
You can see for yourself.
Look, all I'm saying is
there's a logical explanation
for things like this.
Oh Helen, wait.
- Hey.
- Please, just leave me alone.
Do you mind?
It's almost midnight,
where are you going to go?
I don't know, I'll find somewhere.
Look, I'll stay with you here tonight.
I don't think I can stay
another night in this place.
We can both sleep downstairs
if that makes you feel any better.
And tomorrow first light,
we'll go up to the farmhouse.
- First light.
- First light, I promise.
This is supposed to be a relaxing break.
I'm sorry it turned out like this.
Listen, there's another
sofa bed in the spare room.
I'll bring it downstairs.
Thank you, Byron.
I'll go get some spare sheets,
and get things set up then.
Dad?
Byron?
- Hey, talk to me.
- It's nothing.
Well, it doesn't seem like nothing.
Just the house playing tricks again.
Here, let me help you with the bed.
No it's okay, I don't need help.
- I'll do it.
- Okay.
- They said she drowned.
- Come again?
My sister, Beth.
They said she stuffed herself with pills
and threw herself off a bridge.
That's horrible.
And she was stressed with work,
and her marriage was on the rocks.
But I know my sister,
suicide was not an option.
What does your uncle think?
My uncle was the one that paid for her
to get away for a few weeks.
He said he sent her to a
cottage up in Scotland,
but the pendant, it's,
I don't know why he'd lie
to me, if she was here.
That pendant you showed
me Helen, is common.
You keep jumping the gun.
Yeah, I suppose.
Look, why don't you try to get some rest?
Everything will feel better
after a good night's sleep.
I think I need a tranquilizer gun
to knock me out at this point.
Well, I could get you one.
There is that bottle of
wine we never opened.
- We can try that.
- Yeah, that could work.
I'll be right back.
Everything okay?
There's something outside.
I can't see anything.
Look right, right there in
the middle of the courtyard.
Looks like a dead crow to me.
No, it's still moving.
Oh, let's put that poor
thing out of its misery.
I'll go get a knife.
Yeah, be quick. It's in agony.
- Where'd it go?
- It must be here.
That is a lot of blood.
Must have crawled off to die.
Poor thing.
Nothing can survive
that amount of blood loss.
Whatever it was, I just
hope it dies quickly.
- Helen.
- Just wait.
- Helen?
- Coming.
Helen?
Now we go back inside.
- Woodbine.
- But why, and who?
- Glasses?
- Screw the glasses.
I'm gonna drink straight from the bottle.
I'll join you.
- Good?
- That's just what we need.
I can murder a few of these.
I wish we had more.
Guys, I've got something to say.
Welcome, I am so glad that
you all made it this afternoon.
You know there's nothing better
than to be surrounded by good friends.
You've made us all a good amount of money
with your unusual investment
strategy, Richard.
We all give big thanks, Richard.
Best broker in town.
Besides myself, of course.
- Gentlemen.
- That's funny.
I'm being serious here.
Too bad none of us take you as serious.
One year, just give me one more year.
That'll be at least
five years for you, buddy.
I admire your confidence.
Here's to Ronnie.
I think Ray here's giving
us all a run for our money.
You're such a charmer, Teddy.
He certainly tries.
He's gonna have to try
a hell of a lot harder.
I'd just like to thank you all
for having so much faith in me.
Remember, without you, I'm nothing.
- Agreed.
- Bottoms up.
- To Richard.
- To Richard.
I can't believe
this many people showed up.
Talking outta my ass.
I heard Richard even hid
that money from his family.
He just got lucky with a
few of those investments.
That is it, nothing more.
All the people I've spoken
of say the same thing, too.
Yeah, let me tell you something.
He's a dirty fraud.
Those bubbles will burst at the seams,
and when it does, then we'll
see how many people in there
are left, tipping their glasses to him.
I just never really liked the guy,
- no style, no substance.
- I hear you.
I've been waiting a
long time to see Richard
knocked off his high horse,
just like we planned.
We're all here, aren't we?
If everyone is ready.
I wanna take a blowtorch
to his smug fucking face.
Fine, but not very efficient.
Rusty pair of scissors
is my first choice.
Let's get this over with, boys.
Let's go.
Be seeing you real soon, Richard.
- Run Helen, run.
- It appears we have
an additional guest.
She should be upstairs
doing her homework.
Is it your turn or my
turn to be the parent?
I've lost count.
Well, I'll go
ahead and take care of it.
- No, she hates you, remember?
- Yes, true.
- You okay Helen?
- Why are people so mean?
Well get used to it, hon.
I wanna talk to my dad.
He's busy with his guests, sweetie.
Just to say goodnight.
Okay two minutes, but
then it's up you go.
She came to say goodnight.
Aren't you supposed to be upstairs
doing your homework, pet?
I have something I
need to tell you first.
The man in the blue shirt
called you an old dirty fraud.
- Clear the room, Cathy.
- Is everything okay?
Clear in the room, now. You two, stay.
Okay everybody, it's time to leave.
You heard the boss, come on, let's go.
- What's the hell's going on?
- Yeah, where's everybody,
it, it's still too early.
- It's time to go.
- We just got here.
I don't care, it's time to leave.
I'm staying put, I can't even stand up.
- Not my fault.
- Since when does the maid
get to call shots?
Would you care to repeat that?
- No.
- Okay, I didn't think so.
It's time to go, let's go.
Don't you need to be changing
bedsheets or something-
- I said let's go, come on, get out.
Ow.
- Get outta here.
- That was unnecessary.
He was just joking.
Well I'm not, it's time
to leave fellas, let's go.
Excuse me sir, excuse me.
I'm very familiar with that expression.
I beg you, please not tonight.
Jerry, get out of my face.
Sir, please reconsider, not tonight.
Thomas, I'd like to have
a word with you quietly,
if you don't mind.
Yeah, yeah sure Richard.
You know, we're always
here for you, champ.
You wanna lose that arm? Follow me.
You look pissed off there, Richard.
It's the look I get, every
time I see your face, Thomas.
I asked you to get over
here, now get over here.
If you ever, if you ever
make my little daughter
cry again, I will push your
head through this glass door,
and I will slit your throat
from ear to ear with the pieces.
Can't breathe, I can't breathe.
- Hey.
- Come on boss.
Playtime is over with.
Jesus Richard, we're on your side here.
Yeah, that's not what I heard.
- You heard wrong.
- Yeah, well he'll live.
- I'll help you clean up.
- Thank you, Ashley.
Hey, what about the back room?
- Are you serious?
- It's just a question.
Don't ask stupid questions.
That room is off limits, you understand?
Got it. This is one creepy apartment.
- Hey, party over already?
- Where'd everybody go?
We've decided that
everybody needs to leave,
if you don't mind.
But, we just got here two hours ago.
Just starting to enjoy myself.
Oh look, you know what?
I'll make up for it, how about that?
I'll pay for your cab ride.
He's playing, I have no compaints.
Thank you for understanding.
Well, goodbye. Thank you for the afternoon.
I've got expensive tastes.
Slip me an extra 50?
Of course I can, why not? You fuck.
How you feeling, possum?
I'm okay.
Never forget, you did
the right thing, okay?
Proud of you.
Well, I need to pay my respects.
I'll see you two tomorrow morning.
- Helen.
- Beth.
Is there anything I can do to help?
Yes, just take the girl upstairs.
Come on trouble, let's go.
- Come on, trouble.
- Beth.
You should go... Helen, run.
- Helen, run.
- You should go to your room.
Helen, run, Helen run.
Oh, sorry.
Is everything okay?
Yeah, yeah, everything's fine.
Please go back to sleep, I'm okay.
You had one of your nightmares again?
Yeah, this one was a bit more difficult.
It involved your father?
Yeah, and my sister too.
People can be so cruel.
Yeah, they can be.
I'm gonna go grab myself
a glass of warm milk.
Yeah, that's a good idea.
It should help you sleep like a baby.
Well, that took longer than expected.
It will be worth the effort.
- I miss her.
- I know.
- Beth was very beautiful.
- She was.
More beautiful than me?
You are a very beautiful girl.
What are you doing, child?
Stop that at once, get out of there.
I was in love with her.
I always wanted to kiss her.
You should have taken your chance
while she was still alive.
Helen looks the same.
Stop that.
Her baby would've been so beautiful.
Put Beth down and get out of there.
You're no fun.
It's nice they'll get buried together.
They keep each other company.
So when can we go?
Be patient my dear,
the others are coming.
I'm so happy I've got Helen's ring.
I hope Byron is okay.
Byron will be fine, he's
big and strong and charming.
It's so nice that you're both so close,
after all these years.
Oh yes, we are very close.
You are such a devil.
That's why you all love me.
What a beautiful evening.
Certain of such wonders.
Helen, Helen? Oh Christ.
Stella, Dee?
- Helen.
What are you guys doing here?
Come over here and let me show you.
- Who are you guys, really?
- Friends of your sister's.
- You actually knew Beth.
- Of course, yes.
Your uncle brought her to us.
I knew it.
Please come over here
and let me show you.
Oh my God, no.
There's nothing to be afraid of, Helen.
We all end the same eventually.
Who the hell is that?
- You know who it is.
- You know them very well.
Oh it is, it's Beth.
- It's Beth, it's Beth.
- Correct.
But why?
We have to make an
offering, to make them happy.
- Them, them who?
- The watchers.
The ones who fell from the stars.
- Do you see them?
- They're always with us.
Tonight is their evening.
The beginning of Samhain.
I think Helen is more beautiful.
- Perhaps.
- Uncle.
You were supposed to keep
Helen with you in the cottage.
Can't you obey simple instructions?
Sorry, she left without telling me.
Well, I'm happy to see you, Uncle.
- Thanks.
- We put Helen to sleep.
She'll be awake soon enough.
We need to get her outta
there before the others arrive.
Oh, can't we just leave
her in the hole next to Beth,
and have the party up here?
Stop making trouble, Stella.
Just saying.
Get in there, get her out.
- Fine.
- So small.
You better make sure
she's tied up this time.
Tied up tight.
Okay, see you at the house.
I'll leave you with Beth.
Just make sure she
doesn't escape this time.
- Is that clear?
- Yeah, yeah.
Just one minute young lady.
You can stay here with me.
We still have our spells to cast, remember?
I just wanted to
help him carry her, is all.
You'll have plenty of
time to spend with Byron,
once the gathering is over, my sweet child.
I hope so, I would die if someone else
got their hands on him, simply die.
Well, we'll just have to make sure
that doesn't happen, won't we?
- I love patience.
- The very best.
But first we must
prepare for this evening.
Of course, I'm ready when you are.
I'm sorry about this.
There's nothing I can do, I'm afraid.
It will all be over soon.
Dee promised she'd make your passing quick,
just like she did with Beth.
Please be calm, all this
drama isn't gonna help you.
It did Beth no good at all.
This never gets any easier.
Wonderful, they're finally here.
Well here we are, my dear.
You really need to
get that exhaust fixed.
Oh, quit your whining.
I told you I'd take a look at it,
and yet you keep going on and on.
You've been saying the
same thing for months now.
I get palpitations every
time that exhaust roars.
Do you want me to have a heart attack?
Oh, well that's just charming, isn't it?
Look, can we just get up to the property
without having a blazing row?
I don't want to fight, really I don't.
I just want you to do what
you say you're going to do.
- That's all.
- Point taken.
It's not as big as I'd hoped for.
Well, maybe
take a look around inside
and you'll love it.
Is this the one with
the en suite bathroom?
- Yes, dear.
- Mm, very well.
But this is the last property
I'm viewing this week.
Your other choices were just awful.
- Thank you, dear.
- I'm just being honest.
I know, dear.
I must go and meet our new guests.
As soon as Dee and Stella arrive,
I'll be right back up
to check on you, right.
I'll catch you later.
Is that the best you can do?
That wouldn't wake a baby.
What do you want? Me hit
loud enough to wake the dead?
Well, at least you'd have
done something right today.
I can't do it, can I? I
just polished my nails.
Someone's coming.
Hello, so sorry about my wife.
She's just rather eager
to tour the property.
- Of course.
- Cozy.
This place needs a good maid.
Oh Camilla, try to be polite.
- I'm just being honest.
- "I'm just being honest."
Yes, we know.
If it was up to you, we'd be living
in a broken, filthy,
damp, horrible houseboat.
Does this property come
with any of the furniture?
Yes, we can do that as part of any deal.
Why, Thank you.
Allow me to show you
the rest of the property.
- Follow me.
- Right.
The kitchen.
Ooh, it's very cold in here.
Yes, the temperature did rather drop.
We could very well have a ghost.
Ooh, you are funny.
He's funny, isn't he Burt, huh?
- Oh, hilarious.
- Oh, cute too.
Look, would you mind showing
us the rest of the cottage?
We are rather pushed for time.
Of course, let me show you the cellar.
We have a fine selection
of wine down there.
Follow me.
- Oh.
- Thank you.
Our new guests have arrived.
I can't wait to meet them.
Control yourself Stella,
remember not to get too excited.
We don't want a repeat of last time, do we?
I thought we needed the
extra meat for our celebrations.
Of course, but we have to
wait until they are asleep
before we act this time.
I shall behave myself, you have my word.
- We'll see.
- We'll see.
I am sorry about that.
I'm gonna go fetch the key.
Why don't you both make yourselves at home?
He's a lovely man, isn't he Burt?
Oh, he is adorable.
You two seem to be
getting along rather well.
And what's that supposed to mean?
Oh, absolutely nothing.
I bet he has a string of
young ladies chasing at him.
- Are you done?
- I'm just saying.
You must be the Johnsons.
That's correct, are you Dee?
Indeed I am.
So nice to put a face to a name.
I trust you both had a pleasant journey.
I don't suppose you're familiar
with our remote country roads.
Well, my husband did get
lost a couple of times.
That's why we're a little bit late.
But we did make it here, and
that is the important part.
Well, I was going to introduce
you to my daughter Stella,
but it appears she has other places to be.
Not to worry, I'm sure
we'll meet her later.
Yes, yes, I'm sure you will.
Can I get you both a drink? Tea perhaps.
Tea would be lovely.
Oh, black coffee for me if that's okay.
Of course.
Have you seen my brother anywhere?
Ah, he went to go fetch some keys.
I see, very well.
I'll, I'll go and make your drinks.
Do sit down.
- What strange people.
- Shh, you're so rude.
I'm just saying.
We can take a look around.
If it's not to our fancy,
then we'll just make our excuses and leave.
Ah, I'm ready to leave now.
This place gives me the creeps
- We'll leave when I'm ready.
- Yes, dear.
- Did you see that?
- See what?
Something's moving outside.
Have you been drinking again?
I thought we agreed you would try to stop.
Oh, don't start again with that nonsense.
I'm perfectly sober.
Did you hear that?
Could have been a bird flying too low.
Might have clipped its
wings on one of the rafters.
- Oh bird, my ass.
- Oh do sit down, Burt.
Don't be so dramatic.
Get lost, whoever's out
there throwing stones.
- Who are you?
- Can you keep a secret?
- A secret?
- I like dead things.
Oh my.
That was so much fun.
Oh, Burt.
I see you've already
met my daughter, Stella.
I knew this would happen,
girl has no patience.
Who are you people?
We are a very close-knit family.
- Oh God.
- Well, you took your time.
I was looking for the keys to the cellar.
Oh, we don't need them now.
Oh Stella.
- No patience.
- So what now?
- Where's Helen?
- She's upstairs.
- Secured?
Of course, I'm not some kind of idiot.
Right, help me get these two ready.
Fine.
It's good to see you again, Helen.
You were told to stay upstairs.
She was trying to leave.
- Run Sis, run.
- Helen?
Did you sleep well?
Your uncle is head of
the family now, Helen.
He's been at the top since
your father passed away.
We must keep up with tradition.
We must send Uncle a gift each year.
We can't forget.
To celebrate the Sabbath,
when the barriers between this world
and the spirit world break down.
The witches' Sabbath, we
must make our annual offering,
- a sacrifice.
- To make it memorable.
- He has requested the skin.
- Your skin.
Your guests have arrived, David
Splendid, let's get the jacket.
Of course, I'll begin to prepare
- your special gift as well.
- Hmm.
Just a sauvignon blanc, may be a bit off.
I have no idea.
Hey guys, I've traveled over 200 miles
to be here this evening.
I've traveled all the way from Leeds.
He never fails to impress us.
- And yourself?
- I traveled from Budapest.
Oh, Budapest eh? The Paris of the East.
One of my favorite cities.
Well, there was no
way I was going to miss
this special event tonight.
Oh, very wise choice, my dear.
I know.
David runs a very fine group,
one of the best in the country.
Hmm.
I love our little gatherings.
I'd be lost without you all.
- Same here.
- I'll drink to that.
It feels like a second home.
- We are all family now.
- Mm.
I wish I had the same level
of commitment as all of you,
but I do wish to be one
of the top boys one day.
Just keep your head
down and your mouth shut,
and everything will turn out fine.
Patience is the key.
- Loyalty above all.
- Yes, yes, yes.
Quiet, quiet. The main man has arrived.
Wait, where's Mark?
Come on, you've gotta oversee this.
Come on, over here.
Yes, I'm sure Mark will be delighted
to see his girlfriend again.
It's so good to see you, David.
Time really does fly by.
Thank you everyone for your presence.
This year will be a special one.
Very special.
I've been so looking
forward to this moment.
We heard you were sent a gift.
A very special gift.
We can't wait to see it.
We're all very excited, David.
- It's magnificent.
- Beautiful work.
So, so pretty.
It's a pleasure mixing
with such great craftsmen.
And what shall we do with the leftovers?
Oh, the usual.
This will be a darling, and remind me.
We shall boil her flesh, of course.
Make flasks from her skin to drink from.
Sounds delicious.
Oh, I can't wait to try.
Yes, our favorite brew.
A beautiful ending to a
loving relationship, eh?
It's a shame. She was
such a, a pretty girl.
And now we have the skin dancing.