Rapture (2023) Movie Script
It emerges after every
four years, right?
Yeah, after every four years...
Hey, come this way,
there are lots of them here.
Where are you?
I cant see you.
Careful, watch out for the stone quarry pits
Here, tell me how it is?.
Mmmsmells good.
Fried cicadas for breakfast?
Let me try some.
Is your Father home, Kasan?
He should be on his way. Have a seat.
Join us for breakfast.
This is for your uncle.
My wife is fermenting the cicadas.
That's great!
Its more pungent
than the fermented fish.
Its more delicious as well.
Have your tea.
It tastes a little like eggs.
and a little like prawn too.
Lets enjoy it while
it lasts.
We are having your share too
Is that why you came
looking for me this early?
That and to give you some news.
Now, whats the news?
Mangkungchi, didnt make it back
home from the forest last night.
What might have happened to him?
I hope he is safe somewhere.
We heard about it this morning.
We immediately came to you.
Mangkunchi! Oi Mangkunchi.
Did you search properly?
Did you search properly?
Look carefully everywhere,
we might find some signs or marks.
You never know.
Hey, look up!
Whats that shirt doing there?
Thats Mangkungchis shirt!
Yeah thats Mangkungchis.
He usually wears that at home.
Oi Saljagring, climb up the tree.
Climb up carefully.
Can you reach it?
Cut off the branch
if you cant reach it.
- Police car.
- Lets catch it.
How is it possible that he vanished
into thin air with all of you around?
Whats your opinion, Nengsal?
Its hard to comprehend, sir.
Can you guess where
your son might be?
I have no clue, sir.
I can't think of anything
at this moment.
Did any of you hear any
kind of noise or cries for help?
...anything unusual?
None of you has seen or
heard anything at all!?
No, sir.
If none of you has seen or
heard anything,
then who accompanied
Mangkunchi to the forest?
Raise your hands!
Come on, speak up.
About what, sir?
Didn't you realise
when he disappeared?
I didn't realise it until now.
Sit down
Anyway...
Guard the village at night
...and if you find any suspicious strangers
detain them and inform us immediately.
We will discuss it
and see what we can do, sir.
No more collecting cicadas
at night for the time being.
There are reports of
suspicious strangers
lurking around at night in other villages.
But nobody knows who they are yet.
I think they're kidnappers!
Sent by the big hospitals to kidnap us
for their organ transplant business.
Thats what I have heard.
Whoever they might be,
just stay alert...
we can't jump to any conclusions yet.
Rejoice, my dear friends!
Finally, the wait is coming to an end.
After travelling across the world,
the miraculous statue of the Mother Mary
is now reaching our parish too.
Praise the Lord!
- Praise the Lord!
This coming Sunday...
we are going to witness
the miracle of our time!
Let's prepare our hearts and
minds to welcome it!
And spread the word to everyone.
So that nobody will miss
this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Praise the Lord
- Praise the Lord.
To the Lord of the Spirit world,
to the king of the Dark realm,
I am crying out to you.
If you have taken my son,
if you have led him across the rivers,
even if you have crossed
seven and seventy hills,
send him back,
let him come back home
This is unbelievable!
We came here to pray
for your lost son!
And look at you,
howling out to the evil spirit!
What kind of believers you are!
Forgive us Pastor,
It was me who suggested it...
What if Mangkungchi was abducted
by a Forest nymph...
But you should have at the least
informed the church first.
Did you?
We are here for a time like this...
On the one hand,
I am beseeching the congregation
to prepare their souls
for the arrival of the miraculous
statue of our Virgin Mary
And here you are evoking dark forces!
But that's what our forefathers did...
thats why I told them to do this, Pastor.
Gone are the days of forefathers!
All of you...
If you believe in Jesus Christ,
you better be sincere about it.
Or just leave it completely!
Two-minded believers
will never get a blessing from God!
You better read Jacob 4:8!
Bani...
How are you Bani?
Eat this Bani.
Why are you not eating, Bani?
What happened to you, Bani?
How are you doing uncle?
Kasan, are you coming with us?
Let's go to the lake tomorrow.
No way... my mother
will break my legs if I go.
And you keep going on
about the lake!
I won't go either...
there is a big tortoise in there.
You cowards!
Scared of everything.
I will go swimming
all by myself.
You will be missing
out on some fun.
There are child kidnappers
roaming around in the village.
Maybe uncle Mangkunchi
was taken by them.
Cowards...I will have all
the fun by myself.
Kasan, I need to pee.
Can you wait for us here.
Silman
Rikrak
Where are you guys?
Silman
Rikrak
Why are you not responding?
Mother...father...
Help me..
Silman fast.
Kasan shut your mouth.
Shh...we were just teasing...
Shut up...
you are attracting people
Whats going on there?
What happened?
He is down there!
Is it Kasan there?
- Yes, please help me.
Will you still hang out
with them at night?
What kind of friends are they!
Do you understand now?
No matter how much I tell you
you never listen to me.
You have heard the story of the
bear and the two friends, right?
What did the bear whisper
into the ear of one of the friends?
Never hang out with bad friends.
Have you learnt your lesson, now?
Here...
If you want to cure your
night blindness!
Eat more snails.
What kind of friends are they!
They know he suffers
from night blindness.
Instead of bringing him home,
they play a prank on him.
But remember one thing, child kidnappers
won't whisper into your ears like a bear!
A 'Vulture' is used as a metaphor to
describe someone who preys
on the weak or who benefits
from the misfortune of others.
But we had it wrong.
The bird plays a valuable role
in the ecosystem as a scavenger
Their speedy and efficient
disposal of dead bodies,
helps to clean up
our water bodies and air
and it prevents deadly bacteria from
developing and spreading in the environment.
The dramatic decline of vultures
created a vacuum,
and millions of carcasses
are left rotting,
increasing the possibility of the
spread of diseases...
Will you do it again?
- We wont, sir.
Apologise to Kasan.
Sorry.
Go and sit now
Wait, we will teach you
real lesson today.
You complained to the teacher!
Why did you do that?
No, I didn't complain.
- Then who did it?
Maybe, my mother did.
If you complain again.
I will punch your face!
You will go blind!
Promise us you wont do it again!
I promise,I wont do it again.
Will you scream again?
- I wont.
Say you are sorry!
- I'm Sorry.
Do you mind we did this to you?
- I dont.
Get up then.
Are we still friends?
- We are.
What will you say
about this dirt if your mother asks?
I will make something up.
Let's go home then.
If you complain about this,
I will punch you again.
Oi...
Stay close to each other.
What are you so afraid of?
Cant you find another spot,
do you think we will get enough?
Come on, there's lots,
we will find more than enough.
Run...
Dont leave me alone...
Wait for me...
Help... Saljagring is lost in the forest.
Saljagring, oi Saljagring!
Where are you?
Help me, I am here.
Silence everyone,
I can hear someone below.
Yes, he is down there
Let's move closer.
I am here, cant move my legs.
He is in the lake.
Quick, someone from the other side,
get him out of the water
Grandpa, try and find
the better ones.
Who is there?
Show yourself!
Idiots, can't you find a better place?
They are running away.
Looked like the Pastors daughter.
Isnt she?
Strangers! help, help.
Always skyward, Rakman!
We will be in trouble if your bullet hit...
You two are such juveniles!
Sengsal
Sengsal
It's us, you can come out.
What happened?
They didnt budge...look here.
No matter how much we shouted.
They kept pushing the door!
Don't you have a spear?
I do but I was so nervous,
I couldn't think of anything.
You better keep it sharp!
Times are bad..
Whats going on here?
Nothing happened father.
Get inside and sleep.
He shouldn't be sleeping alone, Sengsal.
Everybody is worried and afraid
of the intruders in the village.
The villagers have to be more
cautious of these strangers,
before something terrible happens.
Yes, they are lurking in other villages as well.
And spreading chaos everywhere.
The village council has to take
some action against it.
Children should be warned.
Its not safe to roam
around freely anymore.
Any suspicious stranger should be
reported to the Headman.
These are things to worry about.
We have to take care of ourselves.
Attention! Attention!
This is a public announcement
from the village council.
There is an intrusion of strangers
in the village at night.
Therefore, we warn
everyone to stay alert!
Look out for each other.
Protect your neighbours
when they call out for help...
any suspicious strangers
seen in the village
should be immediately reported
to the Village Defence Party.
Thank you.
Uncle, all your windows are broken
If they barge in,
how will you shout for help?
This window is broken too.
You should beat on a plate
like this to alert the people...
Kasan, are you coming with us?
Hail O our Queen.
O, the Mother of God.
Eternally Holy Virgin.
The gateway to Heaven.
When Angel greets you
You became the Mother
Giving birth to the One
You became the Eve.
Release us from the prison of sin.
Give us wisdom.
Heal the sick,
Help the helpless.
Like a mother, show us the way.
Intercede for us to your Son.
You are merciful Virgin,
Full of love
Help us not to sin,
And to live holy.
Give us the strength to do right
To reach heaven.
To abide with Jesus
And to live in eternal joy.
Eternal Praise to the Father,
the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
Hail O Mary,
The Mother of Jesus
Hail O Mary,
The Mother of Jesus
Hail O Mary,
Pray for us.
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
Full of Mercy
Hail O Mary,
Full of Mercy
Hail O Mary,
Pray for us
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
Our Mother
Hail O Mary,
Our Mother
Hail O Mary, Pray for us
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
The Lord is with you.
Hail O Mary,
The Lord is with you.
Hail O Mary,
Pray for us.
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
The Queen of Heaven.
Hail O Mary,
The Queen of Heaven.
This statue miraculously emerged
from the depths of the sea
to warn us about the great suffering
that is going to come upon us.
Let me remind you once again
the vision of the fishermen,
who witnessed the miracle of our time!
We will be engulfed in darkness
for forty days and forty nights
and nothing will give off light
except for these blessed candles.
The sun will be darkened,
and the moon will not give it's light;
the stars will fall from the sky,
and the heavenly bodies will be shaken".
Recite this prayer as much as
you can with your families.
It will give you the strength
to face the darkness.
Therefore...
Let this blessed candle be like
the blood of the lamb on your door
So, when the Angels of Death pass by,
they will know you belong to God.
Your tea, sir.
Kimkime is here, Pastor.
Praise the Lord, Pastor.
Praise the Lord.
You have come! Follow me.
My daughter is going back
to the convent tomorrow.
You will have to take care of my wife.
Make sure to read this prayer to her,
twice a day.
Once in the morning,
once in the evening.
Dear friends, you are the privileged ones
to be warned about the prophecy.
If you are caught unprepared in the darkness,
dont curse your fate!
Therefore, I urge the congregation
to take the prophecy
with seriousness and urgency
Individually we will perish in this darkness!
We must come together as
a community in prayers and in deed.
Only then can we save ourselves.
We must stock up essentials and
build a tent to house the congregation.
We have some savings from the offerings,
But in these fearful times,
we need your generous offerings.
I am requesting all of you to
contribute with an open heart.
Apart from one-tenth of your earning,
every household must add
a minimum of Rupees
one thousand every week
to the Apocalyptic Relief Fund.
A thousand Rupees is too much Pastor!
We cant afford that.
You should reduce it.
I hear your grievances my dear friends.
But special times demand special action.
Half the parishioners
haven't come to the church in ages.
Thats the sad truth.
But isnt it our duty to save them all?
Anyway...
Fortunately, we still have
some time left with us
till the statue of our Virgin Mary
goes around the world.
Try it raw, it might cure
your night blindness faster.
Its disgusting, I cant eat it raw.
Disgusting?
What if we never find
uncle Mangkungchi, mother?
Never utter such words!
It's not good.
What are you two doing in the stream?
Picking snails.
Better cure your night blindness, Kasan!
Before the darkness comes.
Where are you going?
My in-laws suggested we
stay with them for a while.
Its getting hard for us here.
Lets see them off...
Show me your basket.
Here, have a look.
Got quite a lot.
Let me show you how it works.
Thats powerful!
It's high time we catch
one of those intruders!
Maybe we should go
to the shaman once.
He might be able to tell us
something about him.
I know a good shaman.
Do you see it happening?
I think we should atleast try it.
I meant the apocalyptic darkness.
Everyone is paranoid about it!
Did you hear that Kasan's Pa?
He doubts the message from God.
Neither does he pray nor lets us.
Please tell him, before it's too late.
Do you believe in it?
It doesn't matter what I believe,
times are bad already.
Why is he making that trap, father?
What do I say about his trap...
Maybe, its for wild boars or leopards.
We will only know when it hits the target.
Won't we find uncle Mangkungchi anymore?
We are still searching for him dear.
We will find your uncle Mangkungchi soon.
Won't we store up food?
I am taking care of it.
What happened?
Who is going to tend to your wounds?
Move along...
Why do you always give them money?
Didnt you see how happy he was?
What will happen to them
when darkness comes?
Depends on Gods will.
Are you scared, son?
Do you think they're scared?
- I dont know.
- Dont worry about it.
See you then.
Quite sleepy.
Saw someone walking out
of Kimkime's house.
What were you doing
in Kimkime's house?
I saw it on my way home.
Everyone has eyes for Kimkime
since her husband passed away.
If you go out every night,
who will protect us?
You should speak to the village council
about raising your pay.
Nothing to be worried about,
your son is safe and sound.
But it's been more than a month now,
can you tell us where he is?
I can't, but I assure you, he is safe.
he will return home when the time comes.
You see that...
that's why I am tired of them all.
Even if you come to them a hundred times,
they will never give you a straight answer.
Only the essentials are revealed to me.
And whats that?
He is still alive.
White goats, white cows, white chickens.
As if the spirit only eats white beings!
You have to give me back my white rooster!
Please do not provoke the spirit...
it will destroy his future path.
Do you think you can scare me
with your shamanic words?
I don't care whether
you are a Shaman or a Charmer!
You are duping helpless people like us.
Give me back my rooster,
I rather make soup tonight.
Give it to me right now!
I cant stand such people!
He is not shaman but a poser!
He is duping everyone like us.
Where is my white rooster?
Give it back to me right now!
Walk out quietly.
Are you in the middle of something?
No, I am not.
Why do you ask?
I am here for something important.
Don't you want me to come inside?
Of course, you can come in.
- Here...
- What is this?
Your salary.
Why go through the trouble, sir?
You could have given it to me tomorrow.
We are in troubled times!
You will need it.
Kimkime...
You are taking good care of my wife...
Kimkime...
How do i tell you about my grief...?
Can I embrace you?
You may Pastor.
Why are you still here?
Why the fuck was he here?
No one has ever hugged me like he did.
Take this and don't come back anymore.
I felt a shock!!
Must be from the gun's barrel.
Take it off.
You should devise something for him,
What if an intruder barges in...
Yeah, it always skips my mind.
- What's happened?
- Some cows were struck by lightning last night.
- Cows struck by lightning...?
Lets go and see...
We are used to seeing lightning for ages,
but have never seen anything like this.
What terrible times we are in.
This is a bad omen!
It is Gods wrath for sure.
This is a bad omen!
It is Gods wrath for sure.
What are you murmuring about?
I am saying, its Gods wrath.
How dare you?
Who do you think you are?
Asshole...
What have I done to deserve
the brunt of God's wrath?
Please stop it. It's enough!
Don't act like children!
Enough, stop it..the both of you.
Acting like a children!
Take this.
If there is love in the family,
Everything is beautiful
If there is love in the family
Days go well
Everything blooms beautifully
If there is love in the family.
Kimkime,
Are you done with it?
I am almost done, Pastor.
Can you bring me some tea?
Silman move.
Lets play a game.
- Start counting
one, two, three, four...
The one who loses has to
marry the old witch.
Boys get out of the lake now!
Get out of the lake,
there is a stranger in the forest
Run boys...run!
- There are strangers in the forest.
- Brother, wait for me.
- Brother, don't leave me alone..
Brother, wait for me.
Hey wait for me too.
How many times have I told you not to go to the lake,
I'm going to break your legs today.
Where is my brother Huro?
The water here is very deep,
There's no sign of him.
Rakman try diving in once more
Whatever happened to our son Huro
was very unfortunate.
But, who is responsible?
Who are we going to blame for it all?
Should we blame the woman who panicked
and scared the kids while trying to warn them?
Or are we all to blame for it?
What are we afraid of?
Who are they, really?
Are they men or spirits?
Its high time,
we catch them!
To protect and guard the village,
we need volunteers.
I have discussed
the matter with Kasan Pa.
He is expecting your support.
I urge you all to help
guard your locality at night.
Please raise your hands to volunteer.
Uncle Sobel...
Uncle Sobel, are you in the toilet?
Uncle Sobel, where are you?
There is a demon among the cows.
What's wrong Kasan?
There...a demon with two horns!
That's just a bunch of cows.
What's going on here?
Come on, get up.
It's Kasan.
Its ok, calm down.
Where were you last night?
I looked for you everywhere.
Let's measure our heights.
Lets take it down.
Rikrak, get inside.
It fits you perfectly.
Can you keep a secret?
- What?
Can you keep a secret?
Whenever uncle Sobel finishes
a coffin, someone always dies.
That's a lie!
Its true...
Last time he finished a coffin, Huro died.
You get inside.
Straighten your feet.
It fits you perfectly too.
Ask your uncle,
whose coffin could this be?
Uncle, who is this for?
Don't be afraid of those who want to
kill your body but can not touch your soul.
Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy
both the soul and the body in hell.
Pay attention!
Pay attention my dear friends
During chaotic times like these,
We cannot let our hearts and minds
be distracted by fear,
anger and confusion.
In the pursuit of protecting our flesh
We should not forget to guard our souls.
Let's not forget the
warning of the church
Because, it says that time
will be upon us without warning.
Come on, faster guys...
How on earth can we find them?
Both are retarded.
- True, how do we find them in this thick forest!
- Thats what I am saying.
What if they were abducted
by the Forest nymph?
if it was the Forest Nymph,
then there is no way we can find them.
I'm worried for their sister,
how will she manage all alone?
They are both deaf and dumb
how will they hear us?
I hear something,
it's the cows.
The cows are here.
Lets take the cows back,
I dont think we can find them now.
Pull them by the rope.
- I hear a monkey.
- Yeah?
Help me with the light.
Hey, dont make noise here...
Cant you stay quiet?
This is not a fish market!
Fall in line.
Show me your ID card.
This doesnt match your face.
Looks like a fake ID!
Aye VIP, where do you
think you're going?
- We need to meet the officer, it's urgent.
- Can't you see the line in front of you?
Get in line.
Stupid outsiders, intruding into Garo hills.
They must have crossed
the border from Bangladesh.
This madness needs to stop
at some point.
As the days pass by
its spiralling into an indiscernible mesh
of rumours and hearsay...
Everything's gone topsy-turvy.
I still dont know what to make
of Mangkungchis disappearance.
Sir, please let us go.
Shut them up!
Else, we'll keep them there for the whole night!
Shut up!
Yeah, what were you saying?
The dog, sir.
Which idiot has given you such ideas?
Do you want to sit in my chair and decide
whether to send a dog or an helicopter?
The intruders are getting very aggressive, Sir.
I am sure they are the ones
who kidnapped my son.
Perhaps they kidnapped
my brothers too, sir.
Why would they do that?
They deal in the organ
transplant business.
Amidst all of this,
we need to prepare ourselves
for the coming apocalyptic darkness, sir.
Are you scared?
I am eagerly looking forward to it!
To hibernate like a python.
Why do you mock us, sir?
So, that I dont have to
deal with idiots like you.
We came to you with much hope...
Theyre crackpots, right?
Yeah, but they are my brothers.
Second Coming, Final Judgement...
Haven't we heard this
since our childhood?
Arent you tired of it?
Judgement Days are over!
The verdict is out.
We are already being punished!
What makes you say these things, sir?
Because I am in the mood
to deliver a sermon!
Do, whatever you want,
We will see what we can do.
You can leave now.
Lord, with me abide;
When other helpers fail
and comforts flee,
Help of the helpless,
oh, abide with me...
Swift to its close ebbs
out lifes little day
Earths joys grow dim,
its glories pass away
Change and decay in all...
- Help, Help.
Tengrak, Rakman
Get the knives and spears!
- Do you have spear, aunt?
- I do.
Do not be afraid.
if God is with us,
who can be against us...
Can you bring more candles.
I dont have any more.
I only have one blessed candle.
Just bring the blessed candle.
Mother, there is blood in the moon!
Holy mother of God...it's time...
Lets go home.
Everyone lets get back home.
This is the beginning
of the apocalyptic darkness.
Rikrak lets go home fast!
Everybody lets go home.
Hold on... wait for sometime.
Do not be afraid.
If we panic like this,
we will perish.
We will perish,
if we panic!
This is one of the signs for sure.
This is a sign from heaven.
The time is near.
We dont have much time.
Therefore, if we panic, we will perish.
Let us fervently pray together
Please open the Pamphlet
and let us recite together.
In the name of Jesus Christ, the Lord,
to the glory of the Father,
I ask protection for myself,
all my dear ones, all my friends
and everyone in this house
with the Holy Blood of Jesus Christ
shed for us on Calvary
In the name of Jesus Christ
and His precious Blood,
I bind all evil forces in the air,
on the earth, in the water, underneath the earth
With the Holy Blood of Jesus I seal
this house and its surroundings,
- Who is it?
- Its me
- Is it Kasan pa?
- Yeah, open up.
- Whose house was it?
- Raksengs
Three of them it seems,
I don't know what would have happened,
had we reached later.
What about uncle Sobel, father?
He will be fine.
- I am drenched, give me a change of clothes.
- Did you see the blood moon?
I did, dont know
whats going on in the world.
Kasan Pa.
- Whats the matter?
- We have got one of them!
Finally we got one,
he is tall and huge
Cant make out where he is from.
We cant understand his language either
But he is not from this region for sure.
show him no mercy,
beat him up more, dont leave him.
Weve been losing sleep
every night due to him!
Please calm down everyone!
We have to think and act!
Try and control yourselves!
Everyone please settle down!
Calm down and listen to
what the Headman has to say first!
Beat him more if you want to.
but be careful to not hurt him gravely!
We will hand him over to the Police!
Thats idiotic!
Taking him to the police will be like
trying to drown a tortoise.
True! He will be out on a bail.
And back to kidnapping our children.
We cant let him go.
Just finish him off!
I cant consent to that!
If anything happens to
our children tomorrow,
will you take the responsibility for it?
Any better suggestions, then?
Speak up now!
If we are going to take
the matter into our own hands...
...we all bear the responsibility equally,
no matter what comes later!
Do you all agree to stick together
in this as a community?
Yes!
None of this can leave the village!
Otherwise, we will be in trouble.
If anyone of you slips...
there will be consequences to face.
dire consequences...
for you and your family.
Anyone has anything else to say?
Any other suggestions?
No? Ok,then raise your hands
if you agree to these terms.
Saljagring, Amak and Pilseng
take this man away!
Have no mercy on him!
Who is that?
Oh, it's Kasan!
Somebody, please help me!
I am not dead yet!
I dont want to die... help me...
mother...father...
Who are you?
What is this place?
Don't you recognise me?
Its me...
Your uncle Mangkungchi.
Don't be afraid, its ok dear.
Get up my dear.
Let me carry you.
Uncle, who are these two?
Whats wrong with you?
You've stopped recognising us.
Theyre the cowherd brothers.
Has the darkness begun?
We've been in it for long,
its getting only worse day by day.
Is my father not searching for me?
I am sure he is searching for you.
Listen carefully.
Kasan, oi Kasan.
Your father is calling for you.
He is searching for me so far away.
Kasan, from here on,
you must walk alone.
I am scared uncle.
I will get lost alone.
Dont be afraid Kasan.
Once you see the light, follow it.
But can you keep a secret?
What is it, uncle?
Don't tell anyone that we are here.
But they're all looking for you.
We are much safer here.
Go now, don't waste any more time.
Carry this with you.
Kasan, do not look back.
Otherwise you will miss the light.
Keep walking ahead.
- Mother, there is blood.
- What happened dear?
- Kasan pa! Bring me some water.
- There is blood everywhere.
Dont be afraid dear.
Its ok son. Dont be afraid.
Sleep now.
We are here with you,
Dont be afraid.
Its alright, son.
There is nothing to fear.
Have some water.
Come on get up.
We are with you now, ok.
Sleep, dont be afraid
We are near you.
- Are we through, mother?
- What, son?
Did we survive the darkness?
Its not started yet, son.
Dont worry about it.
Sleep now.
No one will hurt you son.
It was just a dream.
Have you seen this person
in the village?
We are offering fifty thousands Rupees
for correct information.
If anyone of you knows anything,
tell us before our dogs sniff it out.
None of us have seen
this person in the village.
May I ask why are you
looking for him here?
He was here last before he disappeared.
No way, hows that possible?
You see this mark?
It means he was here.
This village is some sort of zone
where people go missing.
You look like you know something?
Me? No, Sir...
I hope you people didnt do
anything you might regret later.
Are you withholding information?
Why would we do that?
You will be in trouble
if we were to find something.
We have three people
missing in the village.
Will your machine also
show us where they are?
The villagers are sleepless
because of the intruders!
You care to search for him
but not for our people?
Arent you supposed to protect us?
Are you threatening me?
You are involved with them too!
Stop, dont come any closer.
I will teach you a lesson!
- Lets beat this guy.
- Yes, lets do that.
Dont let him get away.
Mangkungchi...Mangkungchi?
Can you hear me, son?
Can you recognise me?
He doesnt recognise any of us.
His soul is still in the Realm of the spirits.
We should take him to the doctor.
What will I tell the doctor?
That I almost killed my son.
We all know it was an accident.
Though everybody wears a mask of pity
theyre all laughing behind my back.
What have I done?
I am losing a sense of things.
He is back home,
thats more important.
Things should slowly
fall into place now.
Everything will be fine soon.
Your uncle Mangkungchi
has also come back home.
Pay attention to my words.
What you saw is not what it seems.
They didnt murder a man.
The stranger intruded their house...
to take their kidneys...and...
There was no other way for the villagers...
Or else, they would have come back
to kidnap you and your friends.
Son, will you be able to
stay quiet about this?
Dont tell anyone about the stranger...
Not even to your friends
Can you do that?
Please, try my dear.
Was it a coincidence or fate?
That Mangkungchi became
the victim of his fathers trap?
And what about us?
What about you?
Do you want to be with me forever?
What about her?
I will figure something out.
I dont mind looking after her..
She was so kind to me
when she was well.
She is like my own mother.
My dignity is in your hands.
When everybody is panicking,
youre the steady rock on which I stand.
Where do you get such lines?
From your sermons.
You are a different man
when you are up on the pulpit.
Dont do that when you eat.
Can you arrange for
a thousand Rupees?
What for?
Donation for
Apocalyptic Relief Fund.
I dont have it.
I dont think it was a good idea
to quit your job.
The police will not stop.
They will question everyone.
And someone will slip and talk
It was not your fault.
The entire village decided it.
If the police find out,
I am answerable.
This is not the right place
for Kasan to grow up.
We have to find a better place
before the chaos takes over.
In such times, I would rather die
in my own village than going anywhere.
Always thinking about yourself!
The villagers are already
conspiring to banish us because of Kasan!
Cant you sense people
talking behind our backs?
Do you have so much
trust in the congregation?
So eager to donate for it?
What for?!
Do you want to wait
for the electricity?
It will take forever to come back.
We can start with the candlelight.
Take a look at the passbook.
Its safer in our hands than
in the bank for the time being.
Here, start counting.
I dont think its necessary,
Just do it for the record.
Count it.
Lets count it together then.
Rupees Twenty seven thousands.
- Who is it?
- Pastor, Kasan Pa is looking for you.
You continue...
let me see why is he here..
Ah, it's you, Kasans Pa?
What is it?
- The donation, we couldnt come to the church.
- Oh! No problem.
Hows Kasan now?
- He is getting better.
- Poor kid. Do you want to come in?
No, I am in a hurry.
Ok then. God Bless you.
- Should we inform the congregation?
- No way.
We should not.
At least not yet.
Numbers are always misleading.
It will dampen their spirit to offer.
Its better to gradually start
stocking up on the essentials.
Very true.
Well keep it to ourselves for the time being.
Isnt that a better idea?
Please pray for my wife before leaving.
Sure.
I had never given in
to thinking about the darkness.
Because I dreaded it
more than anyone else did...
I kept thinking about how to protect my family
and survive through it.
I couldnt imagine...
But today,
instead of fearing it...
I long for the darkness to engulf us.
Truth is, I wish it comes sooner.
so that I can take refuge in it.
Maybe...
...such apocalyptic destruction
is the only way to level everything.
So that we can start all over again.
Pastor, your tea.
Are you ok?
Can you get the balm from the drawer
and massage my head a bit.
Are you afraid of the prophecy?
I am, Pastor.
Do you believe it?
I don't doubt your words.
Can you keep a secret?
I can do anything for you.
Nothing like that will ever happen.
Are you listening?
Nothing like that will ever happen.
Are you testing my faith, Pastor?
When has God ever
spoken to us clearly?
He always spoke in parables
and cryptic prophecy
shrouded in meaning
that we have no clue about
Even in the book called The Revelation.
Do you understand
what I am revealing to you?
I am not so sure.
Come here.
Darkness here means...
Uncle, why is it that whenever
you finish a coffin, somebody dies?
I dont want to die yet.
Are you sure, you dont want to wait
for a few more weeks?
Its now or never!
I will pack then.
No, we dont take anything with us.
I dont want to arouse any suspicion.
We must leave before dawn.
Who is that? What is he doing
here at this hour?
Thats the dumb coffin maker!
Whose house is burning?
Dont turn into stone!
What are you staring at?
Move fast!
Is this an act of God?
So random yet so selective.
Why would Mangkungchi
do this to himself?
I can't make any sense of it.
Or is it me who destroyed
his future path?
What do you mean?
Remember the Shaman?
He warned us about it.
Thats nonsense!
You cant inflict that on yourself.
But you believed him
more than I did!
Something has happened to Sobels room!
What the hell are you doing here?
Are you abandoning us, Pastor?
What's in the bag?
Do you think I am scared of you?
Who do you think you are fooling with?
Please, let me go.
Dont harm me.
Everything is a mess.
What happened here?
No idea..
- What happened here?
No clue...
These are charred.
I know you saw what I did
to the stranger.
but if I didn't kill him,
he would have come for us.
he would have scooped
your eyeballs and snatched your liver
Understand what I am saying?
Nobody is a murderer here.
He had to die so that we can live in peace.
If you dont keep it to yourself and
if you are going to talk to the police...
the villagers will banish you
and your family,
And I will do to you
what I did to the stranger.
Do you get it?
Do you get it!
Go and see what happened
to your uncle who likes wings.
Kasan!
Hurry up!
Move your ass!
Group one, go this way!
Two, go that way!
Three, go there!
Four, take this lane!
Five, move downwards!
I will teach them a real lesson today.
What do they think of themselves!
Ganging up on a Police officer.
four years, right?
Yeah, after every four years...
Hey, come this way,
there are lots of them here.
Where are you?
I cant see you.
Careful, watch out for the stone quarry pits
Here, tell me how it is?.
Mmmsmells good.
Fried cicadas for breakfast?
Let me try some.
Is your Father home, Kasan?
He should be on his way. Have a seat.
Join us for breakfast.
This is for your uncle.
My wife is fermenting the cicadas.
That's great!
Its more pungent
than the fermented fish.
Its more delicious as well.
Have your tea.
It tastes a little like eggs.
and a little like prawn too.
Lets enjoy it while
it lasts.
We are having your share too
Is that why you came
looking for me this early?
That and to give you some news.
Now, whats the news?
Mangkungchi, didnt make it back
home from the forest last night.
What might have happened to him?
I hope he is safe somewhere.
We heard about it this morning.
We immediately came to you.
Mangkunchi! Oi Mangkunchi.
Did you search properly?
Did you search properly?
Look carefully everywhere,
we might find some signs or marks.
You never know.
Hey, look up!
Whats that shirt doing there?
Thats Mangkungchis shirt!
Yeah thats Mangkungchis.
He usually wears that at home.
Oi Saljagring, climb up the tree.
Climb up carefully.
Can you reach it?
Cut off the branch
if you cant reach it.
- Police car.
- Lets catch it.
How is it possible that he vanished
into thin air with all of you around?
Whats your opinion, Nengsal?
Its hard to comprehend, sir.
Can you guess where
your son might be?
I have no clue, sir.
I can't think of anything
at this moment.
Did any of you hear any
kind of noise or cries for help?
...anything unusual?
None of you has seen or
heard anything at all!?
No, sir.
If none of you has seen or
heard anything,
then who accompanied
Mangkunchi to the forest?
Raise your hands!
Come on, speak up.
About what, sir?
Didn't you realise
when he disappeared?
I didn't realise it until now.
Sit down
Anyway...
Guard the village at night
...and if you find any suspicious strangers
detain them and inform us immediately.
We will discuss it
and see what we can do, sir.
No more collecting cicadas
at night for the time being.
There are reports of
suspicious strangers
lurking around at night in other villages.
But nobody knows who they are yet.
I think they're kidnappers!
Sent by the big hospitals to kidnap us
for their organ transplant business.
Thats what I have heard.
Whoever they might be,
just stay alert...
we can't jump to any conclusions yet.
Rejoice, my dear friends!
Finally, the wait is coming to an end.
After travelling across the world,
the miraculous statue of the Mother Mary
is now reaching our parish too.
Praise the Lord!
- Praise the Lord!
This coming Sunday...
we are going to witness
the miracle of our time!
Let's prepare our hearts and
minds to welcome it!
And spread the word to everyone.
So that nobody will miss
this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Praise the Lord
- Praise the Lord.
To the Lord of the Spirit world,
to the king of the Dark realm,
I am crying out to you.
If you have taken my son,
if you have led him across the rivers,
even if you have crossed
seven and seventy hills,
send him back,
let him come back home
This is unbelievable!
We came here to pray
for your lost son!
And look at you,
howling out to the evil spirit!
What kind of believers you are!
Forgive us Pastor,
It was me who suggested it...
What if Mangkungchi was abducted
by a Forest nymph...
But you should have at the least
informed the church first.
Did you?
We are here for a time like this...
On the one hand,
I am beseeching the congregation
to prepare their souls
for the arrival of the miraculous
statue of our Virgin Mary
And here you are evoking dark forces!
But that's what our forefathers did...
thats why I told them to do this, Pastor.
Gone are the days of forefathers!
All of you...
If you believe in Jesus Christ,
you better be sincere about it.
Or just leave it completely!
Two-minded believers
will never get a blessing from God!
You better read Jacob 4:8!
Bani...
How are you Bani?
Eat this Bani.
Why are you not eating, Bani?
What happened to you, Bani?
How are you doing uncle?
Kasan, are you coming with us?
Let's go to the lake tomorrow.
No way... my mother
will break my legs if I go.
And you keep going on
about the lake!
I won't go either...
there is a big tortoise in there.
You cowards!
Scared of everything.
I will go swimming
all by myself.
You will be missing
out on some fun.
There are child kidnappers
roaming around in the village.
Maybe uncle Mangkunchi
was taken by them.
Cowards...I will have all
the fun by myself.
Kasan, I need to pee.
Can you wait for us here.
Silman
Rikrak
Where are you guys?
Silman
Rikrak
Why are you not responding?
Mother...father...
Help me..
Silman fast.
Kasan shut your mouth.
Shh...we were just teasing...
Shut up...
you are attracting people
Whats going on there?
What happened?
He is down there!
Is it Kasan there?
- Yes, please help me.
Will you still hang out
with them at night?
What kind of friends are they!
Do you understand now?
No matter how much I tell you
you never listen to me.
You have heard the story of the
bear and the two friends, right?
What did the bear whisper
into the ear of one of the friends?
Never hang out with bad friends.
Have you learnt your lesson, now?
Here...
If you want to cure your
night blindness!
Eat more snails.
What kind of friends are they!
They know he suffers
from night blindness.
Instead of bringing him home,
they play a prank on him.
But remember one thing, child kidnappers
won't whisper into your ears like a bear!
A 'Vulture' is used as a metaphor to
describe someone who preys
on the weak or who benefits
from the misfortune of others.
But we had it wrong.
The bird plays a valuable role
in the ecosystem as a scavenger
Their speedy and efficient
disposal of dead bodies,
helps to clean up
our water bodies and air
and it prevents deadly bacteria from
developing and spreading in the environment.
The dramatic decline of vultures
created a vacuum,
and millions of carcasses
are left rotting,
increasing the possibility of the
spread of diseases...
Will you do it again?
- We wont, sir.
Apologise to Kasan.
Sorry.
Go and sit now
Wait, we will teach you
real lesson today.
You complained to the teacher!
Why did you do that?
No, I didn't complain.
- Then who did it?
Maybe, my mother did.
If you complain again.
I will punch your face!
You will go blind!
Promise us you wont do it again!
I promise,I wont do it again.
Will you scream again?
- I wont.
Say you are sorry!
- I'm Sorry.
Do you mind we did this to you?
- I dont.
Get up then.
Are we still friends?
- We are.
What will you say
about this dirt if your mother asks?
I will make something up.
Let's go home then.
If you complain about this,
I will punch you again.
Oi...
Stay close to each other.
What are you so afraid of?
Cant you find another spot,
do you think we will get enough?
Come on, there's lots,
we will find more than enough.
Run...
Dont leave me alone...
Wait for me...
Help... Saljagring is lost in the forest.
Saljagring, oi Saljagring!
Where are you?
Help me, I am here.
Silence everyone,
I can hear someone below.
Yes, he is down there
Let's move closer.
I am here, cant move my legs.
He is in the lake.
Quick, someone from the other side,
get him out of the water
Grandpa, try and find
the better ones.
Who is there?
Show yourself!
Idiots, can't you find a better place?
They are running away.
Looked like the Pastors daughter.
Isnt she?
Strangers! help, help.
Always skyward, Rakman!
We will be in trouble if your bullet hit...
You two are such juveniles!
Sengsal
Sengsal
It's us, you can come out.
What happened?
They didnt budge...look here.
No matter how much we shouted.
They kept pushing the door!
Don't you have a spear?
I do but I was so nervous,
I couldn't think of anything.
You better keep it sharp!
Times are bad..
Whats going on here?
Nothing happened father.
Get inside and sleep.
He shouldn't be sleeping alone, Sengsal.
Everybody is worried and afraid
of the intruders in the village.
The villagers have to be more
cautious of these strangers,
before something terrible happens.
Yes, they are lurking in other villages as well.
And spreading chaos everywhere.
The village council has to take
some action against it.
Children should be warned.
Its not safe to roam
around freely anymore.
Any suspicious stranger should be
reported to the Headman.
These are things to worry about.
We have to take care of ourselves.
Attention! Attention!
This is a public announcement
from the village council.
There is an intrusion of strangers
in the village at night.
Therefore, we warn
everyone to stay alert!
Look out for each other.
Protect your neighbours
when they call out for help...
any suspicious strangers
seen in the village
should be immediately reported
to the Village Defence Party.
Thank you.
Uncle, all your windows are broken
If they barge in,
how will you shout for help?
This window is broken too.
You should beat on a plate
like this to alert the people...
Kasan, are you coming with us?
Hail O our Queen.
O, the Mother of God.
Eternally Holy Virgin.
The gateway to Heaven.
When Angel greets you
You became the Mother
Giving birth to the One
You became the Eve.
Release us from the prison of sin.
Give us wisdom.
Heal the sick,
Help the helpless.
Like a mother, show us the way.
Intercede for us to your Son.
You are merciful Virgin,
Full of love
Help us not to sin,
And to live holy.
Give us the strength to do right
To reach heaven.
To abide with Jesus
And to live in eternal joy.
Eternal Praise to the Father,
the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
Hail O Mary,
The Mother of Jesus
Hail O Mary,
The Mother of Jesus
Hail O Mary,
Pray for us.
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
Full of Mercy
Hail O Mary,
Full of Mercy
Hail O Mary,
Pray for us
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
Our Mother
Hail O Mary,
Our Mother
Hail O Mary, Pray for us
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
The Lord is with you.
Hail O Mary,
The Lord is with you.
Hail O Mary,
Pray for us.
Pray for us sinners.
Hail O Mary,
The Queen of Heaven.
Hail O Mary,
The Queen of Heaven.
This statue miraculously emerged
from the depths of the sea
to warn us about the great suffering
that is going to come upon us.
Let me remind you once again
the vision of the fishermen,
who witnessed the miracle of our time!
We will be engulfed in darkness
for forty days and forty nights
and nothing will give off light
except for these blessed candles.
The sun will be darkened,
and the moon will not give it's light;
the stars will fall from the sky,
and the heavenly bodies will be shaken".
Recite this prayer as much as
you can with your families.
It will give you the strength
to face the darkness.
Therefore...
Let this blessed candle be like
the blood of the lamb on your door
So, when the Angels of Death pass by,
they will know you belong to God.
Your tea, sir.
Kimkime is here, Pastor.
Praise the Lord, Pastor.
Praise the Lord.
You have come! Follow me.
My daughter is going back
to the convent tomorrow.
You will have to take care of my wife.
Make sure to read this prayer to her,
twice a day.
Once in the morning,
once in the evening.
Dear friends, you are the privileged ones
to be warned about the prophecy.
If you are caught unprepared in the darkness,
dont curse your fate!
Therefore, I urge the congregation
to take the prophecy
with seriousness and urgency
Individually we will perish in this darkness!
We must come together as
a community in prayers and in deed.
Only then can we save ourselves.
We must stock up essentials and
build a tent to house the congregation.
We have some savings from the offerings,
But in these fearful times,
we need your generous offerings.
I am requesting all of you to
contribute with an open heart.
Apart from one-tenth of your earning,
every household must add
a minimum of Rupees
one thousand every week
to the Apocalyptic Relief Fund.
A thousand Rupees is too much Pastor!
We cant afford that.
You should reduce it.
I hear your grievances my dear friends.
But special times demand special action.
Half the parishioners
haven't come to the church in ages.
Thats the sad truth.
But isnt it our duty to save them all?
Anyway...
Fortunately, we still have
some time left with us
till the statue of our Virgin Mary
goes around the world.
Try it raw, it might cure
your night blindness faster.
Its disgusting, I cant eat it raw.
Disgusting?
What if we never find
uncle Mangkungchi, mother?
Never utter such words!
It's not good.
What are you two doing in the stream?
Picking snails.
Better cure your night blindness, Kasan!
Before the darkness comes.
Where are you going?
My in-laws suggested we
stay with them for a while.
Its getting hard for us here.
Lets see them off...
Show me your basket.
Here, have a look.
Got quite a lot.
Let me show you how it works.
Thats powerful!
It's high time we catch
one of those intruders!
Maybe we should go
to the shaman once.
He might be able to tell us
something about him.
I know a good shaman.
Do you see it happening?
I think we should atleast try it.
I meant the apocalyptic darkness.
Everyone is paranoid about it!
Did you hear that Kasan's Pa?
He doubts the message from God.
Neither does he pray nor lets us.
Please tell him, before it's too late.
Do you believe in it?
It doesn't matter what I believe,
times are bad already.
Why is he making that trap, father?
What do I say about his trap...
Maybe, its for wild boars or leopards.
We will only know when it hits the target.
Won't we find uncle Mangkungchi anymore?
We are still searching for him dear.
We will find your uncle Mangkungchi soon.
Won't we store up food?
I am taking care of it.
What happened?
Who is going to tend to your wounds?
Move along...
Why do you always give them money?
Didnt you see how happy he was?
What will happen to them
when darkness comes?
Depends on Gods will.
Are you scared, son?
Do you think they're scared?
- I dont know.
- Dont worry about it.
See you then.
Quite sleepy.
Saw someone walking out
of Kimkime's house.
What were you doing
in Kimkime's house?
I saw it on my way home.
Everyone has eyes for Kimkime
since her husband passed away.
If you go out every night,
who will protect us?
You should speak to the village council
about raising your pay.
Nothing to be worried about,
your son is safe and sound.
But it's been more than a month now,
can you tell us where he is?
I can't, but I assure you, he is safe.
he will return home when the time comes.
You see that...
that's why I am tired of them all.
Even if you come to them a hundred times,
they will never give you a straight answer.
Only the essentials are revealed to me.
And whats that?
He is still alive.
White goats, white cows, white chickens.
As if the spirit only eats white beings!
You have to give me back my white rooster!
Please do not provoke the spirit...
it will destroy his future path.
Do you think you can scare me
with your shamanic words?
I don't care whether
you are a Shaman or a Charmer!
You are duping helpless people like us.
Give me back my rooster,
I rather make soup tonight.
Give it to me right now!
I cant stand such people!
He is not shaman but a poser!
He is duping everyone like us.
Where is my white rooster?
Give it back to me right now!
Walk out quietly.
Are you in the middle of something?
No, I am not.
Why do you ask?
I am here for something important.
Don't you want me to come inside?
Of course, you can come in.
- Here...
- What is this?
Your salary.
Why go through the trouble, sir?
You could have given it to me tomorrow.
We are in troubled times!
You will need it.
Kimkime...
You are taking good care of my wife...
Kimkime...
How do i tell you about my grief...?
Can I embrace you?
You may Pastor.
Why are you still here?
Why the fuck was he here?
No one has ever hugged me like he did.
Take this and don't come back anymore.
I felt a shock!!
Must be from the gun's barrel.
Take it off.
You should devise something for him,
What if an intruder barges in...
Yeah, it always skips my mind.
- What's happened?
- Some cows were struck by lightning last night.
- Cows struck by lightning...?
Lets go and see...
We are used to seeing lightning for ages,
but have never seen anything like this.
What terrible times we are in.
This is a bad omen!
It is Gods wrath for sure.
This is a bad omen!
It is Gods wrath for sure.
What are you murmuring about?
I am saying, its Gods wrath.
How dare you?
Who do you think you are?
Asshole...
What have I done to deserve
the brunt of God's wrath?
Please stop it. It's enough!
Don't act like children!
Enough, stop it..the both of you.
Acting like a children!
Take this.
If there is love in the family,
Everything is beautiful
If there is love in the family
Days go well
Everything blooms beautifully
If there is love in the family.
Kimkime,
Are you done with it?
I am almost done, Pastor.
Can you bring me some tea?
Silman move.
Lets play a game.
- Start counting
one, two, three, four...
The one who loses has to
marry the old witch.
Boys get out of the lake now!
Get out of the lake,
there is a stranger in the forest
Run boys...run!
- There are strangers in the forest.
- Brother, wait for me.
- Brother, don't leave me alone..
Brother, wait for me.
Hey wait for me too.
How many times have I told you not to go to the lake,
I'm going to break your legs today.
Where is my brother Huro?
The water here is very deep,
There's no sign of him.
Rakman try diving in once more
Whatever happened to our son Huro
was very unfortunate.
But, who is responsible?
Who are we going to blame for it all?
Should we blame the woman who panicked
and scared the kids while trying to warn them?
Or are we all to blame for it?
What are we afraid of?
Who are they, really?
Are they men or spirits?
Its high time,
we catch them!
To protect and guard the village,
we need volunteers.
I have discussed
the matter with Kasan Pa.
He is expecting your support.
I urge you all to help
guard your locality at night.
Please raise your hands to volunteer.
Uncle Sobel...
Uncle Sobel, are you in the toilet?
Uncle Sobel, where are you?
There is a demon among the cows.
What's wrong Kasan?
There...a demon with two horns!
That's just a bunch of cows.
What's going on here?
Come on, get up.
It's Kasan.
Its ok, calm down.
Where were you last night?
I looked for you everywhere.
Let's measure our heights.
Lets take it down.
Rikrak, get inside.
It fits you perfectly.
Can you keep a secret?
- What?
Can you keep a secret?
Whenever uncle Sobel finishes
a coffin, someone always dies.
That's a lie!
Its true...
Last time he finished a coffin, Huro died.
You get inside.
Straighten your feet.
It fits you perfectly too.
Ask your uncle,
whose coffin could this be?
Uncle, who is this for?
Don't be afraid of those who want to
kill your body but can not touch your soul.
Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy
both the soul and the body in hell.
Pay attention!
Pay attention my dear friends
During chaotic times like these,
We cannot let our hearts and minds
be distracted by fear,
anger and confusion.
In the pursuit of protecting our flesh
We should not forget to guard our souls.
Let's not forget the
warning of the church
Because, it says that time
will be upon us without warning.
Come on, faster guys...
How on earth can we find them?
Both are retarded.
- True, how do we find them in this thick forest!
- Thats what I am saying.
What if they were abducted
by the Forest nymph?
if it was the Forest Nymph,
then there is no way we can find them.
I'm worried for their sister,
how will she manage all alone?
They are both deaf and dumb
how will they hear us?
I hear something,
it's the cows.
The cows are here.
Lets take the cows back,
I dont think we can find them now.
Pull them by the rope.
- I hear a monkey.
- Yeah?
Help me with the light.
Hey, dont make noise here...
Cant you stay quiet?
This is not a fish market!
Fall in line.
Show me your ID card.
This doesnt match your face.
Looks like a fake ID!
Aye VIP, where do you
think you're going?
- We need to meet the officer, it's urgent.
- Can't you see the line in front of you?
Get in line.
Stupid outsiders, intruding into Garo hills.
They must have crossed
the border from Bangladesh.
This madness needs to stop
at some point.
As the days pass by
its spiralling into an indiscernible mesh
of rumours and hearsay...
Everything's gone topsy-turvy.
I still dont know what to make
of Mangkungchis disappearance.
Sir, please let us go.
Shut them up!
Else, we'll keep them there for the whole night!
Shut up!
Yeah, what were you saying?
The dog, sir.
Which idiot has given you such ideas?
Do you want to sit in my chair and decide
whether to send a dog or an helicopter?
The intruders are getting very aggressive, Sir.
I am sure they are the ones
who kidnapped my son.
Perhaps they kidnapped
my brothers too, sir.
Why would they do that?
They deal in the organ
transplant business.
Amidst all of this,
we need to prepare ourselves
for the coming apocalyptic darkness, sir.
Are you scared?
I am eagerly looking forward to it!
To hibernate like a python.
Why do you mock us, sir?
So, that I dont have to
deal with idiots like you.
We came to you with much hope...
Theyre crackpots, right?
Yeah, but they are my brothers.
Second Coming, Final Judgement...
Haven't we heard this
since our childhood?
Arent you tired of it?
Judgement Days are over!
The verdict is out.
We are already being punished!
What makes you say these things, sir?
Because I am in the mood
to deliver a sermon!
Do, whatever you want,
We will see what we can do.
You can leave now.
Lord, with me abide;
When other helpers fail
and comforts flee,
Help of the helpless,
oh, abide with me...
Swift to its close ebbs
out lifes little day
Earths joys grow dim,
its glories pass away
Change and decay in all...
- Help, Help.
Tengrak, Rakman
Get the knives and spears!
- Do you have spear, aunt?
- I do.
Do not be afraid.
if God is with us,
who can be against us...
Can you bring more candles.
I dont have any more.
I only have one blessed candle.
Just bring the blessed candle.
Mother, there is blood in the moon!
Holy mother of God...it's time...
Lets go home.
Everyone lets get back home.
This is the beginning
of the apocalyptic darkness.
Rikrak lets go home fast!
Everybody lets go home.
Hold on... wait for sometime.
Do not be afraid.
If we panic like this,
we will perish.
We will perish,
if we panic!
This is one of the signs for sure.
This is a sign from heaven.
The time is near.
We dont have much time.
Therefore, if we panic, we will perish.
Let us fervently pray together
Please open the Pamphlet
and let us recite together.
In the name of Jesus Christ, the Lord,
to the glory of the Father,
I ask protection for myself,
all my dear ones, all my friends
and everyone in this house
with the Holy Blood of Jesus Christ
shed for us on Calvary
In the name of Jesus Christ
and His precious Blood,
I bind all evil forces in the air,
on the earth, in the water, underneath the earth
With the Holy Blood of Jesus I seal
this house and its surroundings,
- Who is it?
- Its me
- Is it Kasan pa?
- Yeah, open up.
- Whose house was it?
- Raksengs
Three of them it seems,
I don't know what would have happened,
had we reached later.
What about uncle Sobel, father?
He will be fine.
- I am drenched, give me a change of clothes.
- Did you see the blood moon?
I did, dont know
whats going on in the world.
Kasan Pa.
- Whats the matter?
- We have got one of them!
Finally we got one,
he is tall and huge
Cant make out where he is from.
We cant understand his language either
But he is not from this region for sure.
show him no mercy,
beat him up more, dont leave him.
Weve been losing sleep
every night due to him!
Please calm down everyone!
We have to think and act!
Try and control yourselves!
Everyone please settle down!
Calm down and listen to
what the Headman has to say first!
Beat him more if you want to.
but be careful to not hurt him gravely!
We will hand him over to the Police!
Thats idiotic!
Taking him to the police will be like
trying to drown a tortoise.
True! He will be out on a bail.
And back to kidnapping our children.
We cant let him go.
Just finish him off!
I cant consent to that!
If anything happens to
our children tomorrow,
will you take the responsibility for it?
Any better suggestions, then?
Speak up now!
If we are going to take
the matter into our own hands...
...we all bear the responsibility equally,
no matter what comes later!
Do you all agree to stick together
in this as a community?
Yes!
None of this can leave the village!
Otherwise, we will be in trouble.
If anyone of you slips...
there will be consequences to face.
dire consequences...
for you and your family.
Anyone has anything else to say?
Any other suggestions?
No? Ok,then raise your hands
if you agree to these terms.
Saljagring, Amak and Pilseng
take this man away!
Have no mercy on him!
Who is that?
Oh, it's Kasan!
Somebody, please help me!
I am not dead yet!
I dont want to die... help me...
mother...father...
Who are you?
What is this place?
Don't you recognise me?
Its me...
Your uncle Mangkungchi.
Don't be afraid, its ok dear.
Get up my dear.
Let me carry you.
Uncle, who are these two?
Whats wrong with you?
You've stopped recognising us.
Theyre the cowherd brothers.
Has the darkness begun?
We've been in it for long,
its getting only worse day by day.
Is my father not searching for me?
I am sure he is searching for you.
Listen carefully.
Kasan, oi Kasan.
Your father is calling for you.
He is searching for me so far away.
Kasan, from here on,
you must walk alone.
I am scared uncle.
I will get lost alone.
Dont be afraid Kasan.
Once you see the light, follow it.
But can you keep a secret?
What is it, uncle?
Don't tell anyone that we are here.
But they're all looking for you.
We are much safer here.
Go now, don't waste any more time.
Carry this with you.
Kasan, do not look back.
Otherwise you will miss the light.
Keep walking ahead.
- Mother, there is blood.
- What happened dear?
- Kasan pa! Bring me some water.
- There is blood everywhere.
Dont be afraid dear.
Its ok son. Dont be afraid.
Sleep now.
We are here with you,
Dont be afraid.
Its alright, son.
There is nothing to fear.
Have some water.
Come on get up.
We are with you now, ok.
Sleep, dont be afraid
We are near you.
- Are we through, mother?
- What, son?
Did we survive the darkness?
Its not started yet, son.
Dont worry about it.
Sleep now.
No one will hurt you son.
It was just a dream.
Have you seen this person
in the village?
We are offering fifty thousands Rupees
for correct information.
If anyone of you knows anything,
tell us before our dogs sniff it out.
None of us have seen
this person in the village.
May I ask why are you
looking for him here?
He was here last before he disappeared.
No way, hows that possible?
You see this mark?
It means he was here.
This village is some sort of zone
where people go missing.
You look like you know something?
Me? No, Sir...
I hope you people didnt do
anything you might regret later.
Are you withholding information?
Why would we do that?
You will be in trouble
if we were to find something.
We have three people
missing in the village.
Will your machine also
show us where they are?
The villagers are sleepless
because of the intruders!
You care to search for him
but not for our people?
Arent you supposed to protect us?
Are you threatening me?
You are involved with them too!
Stop, dont come any closer.
I will teach you a lesson!
- Lets beat this guy.
- Yes, lets do that.
Dont let him get away.
Mangkungchi...Mangkungchi?
Can you hear me, son?
Can you recognise me?
He doesnt recognise any of us.
His soul is still in the Realm of the spirits.
We should take him to the doctor.
What will I tell the doctor?
That I almost killed my son.
We all know it was an accident.
Though everybody wears a mask of pity
theyre all laughing behind my back.
What have I done?
I am losing a sense of things.
He is back home,
thats more important.
Things should slowly
fall into place now.
Everything will be fine soon.
Your uncle Mangkungchi
has also come back home.
Pay attention to my words.
What you saw is not what it seems.
They didnt murder a man.
The stranger intruded their house...
to take their kidneys...and...
There was no other way for the villagers...
Or else, they would have come back
to kidnap you and your friends.
Son, will you be able to
stay quiet about this?
Dont tell anyone about the stranger...
Not even to your friends
Can you do that?
Please, try my dear.
Was it a coincidence or fate?
That Mangkungchi became
the victim of his fathers trap?
And what about us?
What about you?
Do you want to be with me forever?
What about her?
I will figure something out.
I dont mind looking after her..
She was so kind to me
when she was well.
She is like my own mother.
My dignity is in your hands.
When everybody is panicking,
youre the steady rock on which I stand.
Where do you get such lines?
From your sermons.
You are a different man
when you are up on the pulpit.
Dont do that when you eat.
Can you arrange for
a thousand Rupees?
What for?
Donation for
Apocalyptic Relief Fund.
I dont have it.
I dont think it was a good idea
to quit your job.
The police will not stop.
They will question everyone.
And someone will slip and talk
It was not your fault.
The entire village decided it.
If the police find out,
I am answerable.
This is not the right place
for Kasan to grow up.
We have to find a better place
before the chaos takes over.
In such times, I would rather die
in my own village than going anywhere.
Always thinking about yourself!
The villagers are already
conspiring to banish us because of Kasan!
Cant you sense people
talking behind our backs?
Do you have so much
trust in the congregation?
So eager to donate for it?
What for?!
Do you want to wait
for the electricity?
It will take forever to come back.
We can start with the candlelight.
Take a look at the passbook.
Its safer in our hands than
in the bank for the time being.
Here, start counting.
I dont think its necessary,
Just do it for the record.
Count it.
Lets count it together then.
Rupees Twenty seven thousands.
- Who is it?
- Pastor, Kasan Pa is looking for you.
You continue...
let me see why is he here..
Ah, it's you, Kasans Pa?
What is it?
- The donation, we couldnt come to the church.
- Oh! No problem.
Hows Kasan now?
- He is getting better.
- Poor kid. Do you want to come in?
No, I am in a hurry.
Ok then. God Bless you.
- Should we inform the congregation?
- No way.
We should not.
At least not yet.
Numbers are always misleading.
It will dampen their spirit to offer.
Its better to gradually start
stocking up on the essentials.
Very true.
Well keep it to ourselves for the time being.
Isnt that a better idea?
Please pray for my wife before leaving.
Sure.
I had never given in
to thinking about the darkness.
Because I dreaded it
more than anyone else did...
I kept thinking about how to protect my family
and survive through it.
I couldnt imagine...
But today,
instead of fearing it...
I long for the darkness to engulf us.
Truth is, I wish it comes sooner.
so that I can take refuge in it.
Maybe...
...such apocalyptic destruction
is the only way to level everything.
So that we can start all over again.
Pastor, your tea.
Are you ok?
Can you get the balm from the drawer
and massage my head a bit.
Are you afraid of the prophecy?
I am, Pastor.
Do you believe it?
I don't doubt your words.
Can you keep a secret?
I can do anything for you.
Nothing like that will ever happen.
Are you listening?
Nothing like that will ever happen.
Are you testing my faith, Pastor?
When has God ever
spoken to us clearly?
He always spoke in parables
and cryptic prophecy
shrouded in meaning
that we have no clue about
Even in the book called The Revelation.
Do you understand
what I am revealing to you?
I am not so sure.
Come here.
Darkness here means...
Uncle, why is it that whenever
you finish a coffin, somebody dies?
I dont want to die yet.
Are you sure, you dont want to wait
for a few more weeks?
Its now or never!
I will pack then.
No, we dont take anything with us.
I dont want to arouse any suspicion.
We must leave before dawn.
Who is that? What is he doing
here at this hour?
Thats the dumb coffin maker!
Whose house is burning?
Dont turn into stone!
What are you staring at?
Move fast!
Is this an act of God?
So random yet so selective.
Why would Mangkungchi
do this to himself?
I can't make any sense of it.
Or is it me who destroyed
his future path?
What do you mean?
Remember the Shaman?
He warned us about it.
Thats nonsense!
You cant inflict that on yourself.
But you believed him
more than I did!
Something has happened to Sobels room!
What the hell are you doing here?
Are you abandoning us, Pastor?
What's in the bag?
Do you think I am scared of you?
Who do you think you are fooling with?
Please, let me go.
Dont harm me.
Everything is a mess.
What happened here?
No idea..
- What happened here?
No clue...
These are charred.
I know you saw what I did
to the stranger.
but if I didn't kill him,
he would have come for us.
he would have scooped
your eyeballs and snatched your liver
Understand what I am saying?
Nobody is a murderer here.
He had to die so that we can live in peace.
If you dont keep it to yourself and
if you are going to talk to the police...
the villagers will banish you
and your family,
And I will do to you
what I did to the stranger.
Do you get it?
Do you get it!
Go and see what happened
to your uncle who likes wings.
Kasan!
Hurry up!
Move your ass!
Group one, go this way!
Two, go that way!
Three, go there!
Four, take this lane!
Five, move downwards!
I will teach them a real lesson today.
What do they think of themselves!
Ganging up on a Police officer.