The family in Dark Encounter consists of the girl's parents, siblings, and a close family friend who was with them during the memorial service. As they return home, they are all still struggling with their loss and trying to come to terms with their grief. However, their emotions are further heightened by the strange lights that begin to appear in the forest behind their house.
The lights are not only strange in appearance but also have a sinister feel to them, causing the family to feel uneasy and frightened. As the night goes on, the lights become more frequent and intense until the family realizes that there is something else out there with them.
The beings appear to be of extraterrestrial origin, with strange powers and abilities that allow them to control and manipulate the environment around them. They seem to take a particular interest in the family and their home, creating a sense of terror and helplessness.
As the family struggles to survive the night and protect themselves from these beings, they begin to uncover the truth behind their daughter's disappearance. The beings seem to know something about the incident, and as the family learns more about what happened that fateful day, they begin to realize that there is a connection between the two events.
The film is a tense and thrilling exploration of grief, loss, and the unknown. As the family tries to come to terms with their grief, they are forced to confront the possibility that there is more to the universe than they ever could have imagined.