In a dark and chilling morgue, an enigmatic pathologist, portrayed by John Carpenter, becomes the thread that weaves together three horror stories exploring death, the afterlife, and humanity's deepest fears. The film begins with a young athlete who, after a tragic accident, awakens in a world where the dead seem to come to life.
As the plot unfolds, we encounter a woman whose attempt at seduction takes a sinister turn when she realizes her lover is not what he seems. With dark secrets and unexpected twists, this story keeps you on the edge of your seat, wondering when the true horror will be unleashed.
Finally, the last story follows a criminal who, after a brutal attack, becomes the target of a supernatural revenge. As bodies pile up and secrets are revealed, the pathologist unravels the connections between each of these cases, all while providing humorous commentary on death.
With a style that blends black comedy and psychological horror, the film plays with the notion that life and death are more interdependent than they appear. In a final twist, all the stories intertwine, leading the viewer to an unexpected climax that resonates long after the credits roll. A darkly amusing journey that explores how far we would go to hide our secrets.