Plot
Couple John and Sera look for a new home. Their quest proves challenging and their real estate agent, Jeannie, suggests they consult Emmett Claymore, a long-time resident with extensive knowledge of the area. Despite initial reservations, John and Sera visit Emmett's secluded, grand estate. Emmett welcomes them, and during their interaction, he offers them his house under one condition: they must never open the cellar door. Intrigued, they accept the offer, brushing aside the stipulation. As they settle into their new residence, the couple hosts a housewarming party. The celebration takes an unsettling turn when a stranger arrives, warning them to "burn it down before it's too late". This incident plants seeds of doubt, particularly in John, who becomes increasingly curious about the forbidden cellar.
Simultaneously, John's past indiscretions resurface. Alyssa, a colleague with whom John had an affair, files a sexual harassment claim against him, leading to a temporary suspension from work. John's attempts to reconcile and resolve the situation only entangle him further, especially when Alyssa mysteriously disappears after a heated confrontation. Her car is later found abandoned, prompting a police investigation that points toward John. Sera, unaware of the full extent of John's involvement with Alyssa, begins to notice inconsistencies in his behavior.
The discovery of a bullet hole in their home intensifies the tension, with John suspecting a connection to Emmett's past and the cellar's secret. Driven by paranoia and guilt, John contacts Paul MacManus, a previous resident of the house. Paul reveals that the house exploits the occupants' hidden secrets, leading to their downfall. Determined to uncover the truth, John decides to open the cellar door, believing it holds the key to their predicament. In a climactic struggle, Sera reveals her knowledge of John's affair and her role in Alyssa's disappearance. She confesses to killing Alyssa in self-defense and hiding the body in the cellar. Sera presents John with an ultimatum: remain silent and preserve their life or expose the truth and face mutual destruction.
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