In a small town in 19th century New England, a young poet named Guy Carrell lives obsessed with the idea of being buried alive. His mind is trapped in a whirlwind of phobias and anxieties, intensified by macabre tales of the dead returning to life. Despite the love he feels for his fiancée, Elizabeth, this paranoia consumes him, leading Guy to make extreme decisions. To prove his love and his madness, he locks himself in a test tomb with everything he needs to survive for days.
Guy's unease not only affects his relationship with Elizabeth but also raises concerns among his family and friends, who try to convince him to seek professional help. However, his obsession leads him to build a complex network of traps and security mechanisms to ensure he will never be buried alive. The atmosphere grows increasingly tense as his erratic behavior leads to an unexpected and terrifying conclusion.
As the narrative unfolds, the viewer is swept away by an atmosphere of suspense and psychological terror, exploring the boundaries of madness and anxiety. The vivid imagery and the interplay of light and shadow heighten the tension, turning the story into a disturbing reflection on the fear of death... and life itself. In his pursuit of freedom and the tender truth, Guy must confront not only his inner demons but also an even more terrifying reality.