ECHOES OF THE ELDERS

Chapter 1: The Journey

Josh, an English hiker, embarks on a trek through the stunning Carpathian Mountains. On this particular trip, he aims to reach a remote cabin. Despite encountering mobile signal issues, Josh presses forward, undeterred by the encroaching darkness.

Chapter 2: The Old Man

As night falls, Josh stumbles upon a rustic Romanian cottage and is welcomed by an elderly local. Inside, amidst the flickering glow of oil lamps, the old man shares food and conversation, urging Josh to deliver a mysterious ring to an unknown recipient.

Chapter 3: The Encounter

Led by the old man, Josh is transported to a diferent realm and encounters surreal beings dancing in a circle. Mesmerized, he offers the ring to one of them, only to experience a searing sensation when she rejects it. As Josh flees, disoriented, the old man's cottage inexplicably ignites behind him.

Twists Unravel

In a startling revelation, it's unveiled that Josh's journey was a hallucinogenic trip with Romanian friends, blurring the lines between reality and folklore. As Anna's call snaps him back to sobriety, Josh is left to contemplate the mystical encounters in the majestic Carpathians.

Closing

The film closes with a serene vista of the snow-capped peaks, accompanied by a brief explanation of the mythical "Iele" creatures from Romanian folklore.