Film Synopsis of “The Strangers: Chapter One” → A young couple, Maya (Madelaine Petsch) & Ryan (Froy Gutierrez) drives cross-country toward a new beginning; unfortunately, they have no choice but to stop in a secluded Air B-N-B in Oregon & endure a night of pure terror against 3 masked strangers!

Ryan & The Nail in Maya’s Hand

It is perplexing why happy couples frequently encounter deranged, psychopathic individuals who harbor inexplicable homicidal intentions. Why can’t a happy, loving, peaceful couple simply enjoy a weekend getaway, or celebrate their love without being targeted by masked vigilantes, despite their innocence and the sole offense of being happy and in love? It is illogical and lacks a suitable term in the human lexicon to describe such behavior. This couple sought a romantic weekend getaway, but instead, they were subjected to an undeserved encounter with The Strangers. I feel horrible saying this was a good movie seeing and knowing what happened to them both! Once this couple plans an escape & a nail gets caught nail gets caught in your hand – and you want to scream and can’t ….

“Is Tamara Here?”

In the context of horror films, particularly “The Strangers,” it is generally advisable not to answer knocks at the door, especially at night and in secluded areas. Instead, it is recommended to communicate through the door and utilize the peephole to assess the situation. This approach prioritizes safety and aligns with common sense precautions. In the specific instance mentioned, where an individual repeatedly inquiries about “Tamara” while Maya & Ryan both are in a secluded location, it would be prudent to exercise caution and refrain from opening the door unnecessarily. They are victims to the oldest scam there is: to get them frustrated to open the door so that The Strangers can pounce on them! DUH! Think people!!! Sometimes, the most common-sense answers are right there in front of us – whether they be in a feature film or real life we sometimes choose the wrong ones, but we think they are harmless and the right ones. Trusting our instincts is such an invaluable tool we have that we need to use more often.

Strange & Secluded Horror

The setting of the movie follows a familiar pattern, with the protagonists finding themselves in a secluded home or cabin, far from any civilization. Maya and Ryan are trapped in this isolated location, facing relentless killers determined to eliminate them.

Before the movie began, a written statement appeared, highlighting the prevalence of vigilante violence and the shocking statistics of innocent individuals being brutally killed every few seconds. This sobering message resonated deeply, prompting reflection on the importance of addressing and ending unnecessary violence.

The Lasting Effects of A Brutal Attack By The Strangers

What kind of long-lasting effects – or trauma could anyone have IF they were to survive a brutal attack of this sort? I can only imagine how I would feel. I don’t know how long or what it could take to calm me down or get me to sleep through the night combined with therapy, medication, and a slew of other combinations if I were attacked by wild masked vigilantes for no apparent reason at all whatsoever. That is why I always try to respect everyone and show people the kind of respect & generosity I’d want them to reciprocate back to me, but in all honesty; we all know full well to be innocent people and do everything right & treat everyone right still does not make us immune to victimization as it was clearly demonstrated in every The Strangers film esp. this one with the characters of Maya & Ryan. What did they do wrong? Nothing. Nothing. At. All.