"Darkness" is an anthology film comprising nine chilling and terrifying short horror stories set in the enigmatic landscapes of Paraguay. Each tale explores different facets of fear, superstition, and the supernatural, presenting a visceral and spine-tingling experience for the audience.
Story 1: "The Haunting of Ybycuí Mansion"
A renowned paranormal investigator and his team visit Ybycuí, an abandoned mansion with a sinister past. As they dig into the mansion's dark secrets, they unleash terrifying spirits that refuse to be forgotten.
Story 2: "The Legend of Kurupí"
In a remote Paraguayan village, a young woman becomes the target of Kurupí, a mythical creature with a strong sexual appetite. She must reveal the dark secret hidden within the village to confront and ultimately defeat the creature.
Story 3: "The Curse of the Sacred Waters"
A real estate developer ignores the warnings of an ancient curse surrounding a land he intends to develop. When construction starts, a vengeful spirit emerges from the holy waters, seeking to punish those who have desecrated its sacred ground.
Story 4: "The Doll Maker"
A grieving mother seeks solace in Paraguay's capital city, Asunción, and stumbles upon a mysterious doll maker. However, she soon discovers that these dolls hold a malevolent energy, turning innocent playthings into conduits for evil.
Story 5: "The Abandoned Mine"
A group of adventurous friends explores an abandoned mine rumored to be haunted by the ghosts of former workers. As the underground labyrinth becomes increasingly treacherous, they realize that the malevolent spirits are far from mere legends.
Story 6: "The Devil's Hour"
In a small Paraguayan town, a young man breaks the rules and ventures outside during the Devil's Hour. He finds himself trapped in a never-ending loop of terror, pursued by an ancient demonic entity that can only be escaped by unlocking the town's dark secret.
Story 7: "The Cursed Guaraní Mask"
A collector gets hold of a cursed Guaraní mask, unleashing a malevolent force that haunts his every move. Desperate to rid himself of the mask's curse, he embarks on a perilous journey through vast Paraguayan jungles, facing supernatural obstacles along the way.
Story 8: "The Chupacabra's Trail"
In the rural outskirts of Paraguay, a farmer struggles to protect his livestock from the elusive and bloodthirsty Chupacabra. Determined to save his livelihood, he embarks on a hunt for the legendary creature, uncovering a truth darker than he ever imagined.
Story 9: "The Witch's Revenge"
A corrupt politician seeks reelection but crosses paths with a vengeful witch seeking justice for her people, whose lives he had dreadfully impacted. As the witch's powers grow, the candidate realizes he must confront his past and make amends before it's too late.
Throughout "Darkness," the intertwining stories explore the rich folklore, myths, and terrors of Paraguay, plunging the audience into a world of horror, darkness, and supernatural encounters.
