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I can't believe you're doing this to me.

After all I've done for you.

But I am.

Why won't you listen to me?

I can't.

But I will.

I just need more time.

Hello?

Is anybody there?

Maria?

Is that you?

Very funny.

This isn't a joke anymore.

I'm here.

Hey lass, lass.

Come here, come here.

Good dog.

Good dog.

Hello.

Nice.

Good dog.

Let's go, let's go.

Come on.

Got an appointment?

Let him in.

Arthur.

I just wish you were as enthusiastic

about finishing your book as you are

about getting here on time.

Tea?

Okay?

Okay, tea for two, please.

Eh, coffee actually.

Black, no sugar.

So.

It's coming.

Are you sure?

Um.

What are the figures like?

Oh, don't change the subject.

Arthur, you're supposed to be my business manager here.

I don't see a manuscript in your hand.

You do understand what a deadline is, don't you?

Of course I do.

You're a best selling horror author

and frankly, you're nothing without this new book.

You sold the film rights.

I mean, correct me if I'm wrong

but nobody's short of cash, are they?

No, I didn't say that.

Look, your last book, yeah,

it generated some real heat.

That's why the publishers are keen

to get another one.

I mean, come on, you could be the next Stephen King.

I very much doubt that.

I mean, I'd prefer to be H.P. Lovecraft or Clive Barker.

I think you could benefit us both

if you cleaned up your image.

I mean, cut out the drink for a start.

Yeah.

The money from the film is good.

Fine, but the fact is you still need to write.

I am!

So what is it, family?

She's taken the kids.

I see.

How long for?

I don't know.

This time, it does feel permanent.

Well look, I'm sorry to hear that...

But I still have to type, right?

Brendan, what is it you're not getting?

You're a story teller.

And you're nothing without this new book.

What is it?

Okay.

Have you got block?

Is that what this is?

Look here.

It's not as bad as you think.

Have you written anything?

I mean Christ.

You signed a three book contract.

You sold one book.

You've got obligations, I've got obligations.

It doesn't just happen like that.

Doesn't it?

Well, it's got to.

I don't care how but it's got to.

Arthur, you need to calm down.

These deals are with some very important people

and they do not like no for an answer.

I'm not just a money making machine, you know.

All right, look, this can be fixed.

How?

A retreat.

A remote location.

No internet, no distractions.

It can be fixed.

I'm gonna give you Paul's number.

Who's Paul?

He's got the address.

Look, you've got three weeks to give me something.

No more pipeline.

Else you'll be out there with the rest of the has-beens.

Now, take this number.

And fuck off.

Nice to see you too.

Sir.

Sir.

Is he the one?

One at a time, Cam.

One at a time.

Hello?

Hello?

Is there anyone there?

I've got a permit, you know.

This is some kind of joke,

it's not very funny.

I can see you.

This is far as I go.

So where is it?

Down there.

I don't go down there.

You're on your own.

Are you going to give me help with my luggage?

I will need a receipt, you know.

Need help?

Uh, yes.

I'm looking for a cottage.

Are you out here alone?

I should ask you the same thing.

Yeah, but you're a...

A woman?

How chivalrous of you.

You think me meek and mild?

Anything but.

So you're lost then.

Uh, yeah.

I'm looking for this place.

The damn taxi dropped me off at the wrong place I think.

Do you know it?

Do you often stare at women quite so obviously?

No, I...

Sorry.

It's fine.

I'm only teasing.

Thanks.

So are you local to the area?

Why do you ask?

Just wanted to know, really.

Just wanted to know.

Yeah, well.

You have a friendly face and, um...

Probably should stop there really, shouldn't I?

You're fine.

Thanks.

Well, the good news is you're close.

You just follow this road down.

Take a left.

And then follow it to the end.

The end?

It's at the end of the road.

You have a nice smile.

Thank you.

I don't suppose you could walk with me

to the place, 'cause, you know,

I might end up lost.

No.

Oh.

I'm not going in your direction.

Right.

Okay.

But...

Maybe we'll see each other again.

Yes?

That would be really nice.

Don't worry.

I know where to find you.

After all, I did just give you directions.

Yeah, you did.

Thank you.

You take care of yourself now.

See you later.

Oh bloody hell, there's no Wi-Fi, is there?

For me?

Brendan Cobbs?

Yeah.

Do I need to sign for it?

Nah, it's all yours, mate.

Do you want to come out to play?

Hello, my name is Alfred.

Follow my rules and all will be well.

Rule one.

Feed me 12 leaves picked from the orchard

and I will be quiet at 12 months.

Rule two.

You must follow rule one or I will not be happy.

Rule three.

You must follow rule one or else.

Rule four.

You must follow rule one or you will die.

I'm here.

Hello.

Hello?

Hello?

Lives could be in danger.

Danger?

What do you mean?

Just listen to me!

Well, I am.

Who's in danger?

Is this something to do with Arthur?

Arthur?

Yeah, he's my...

Look, what's the issue?

Have you followed rule one?

No, I haven't.

Should I have?

You have to.

You have to!

Okay, mate, listen.

You need to calm down and go back that way.

You might still have time.

You might still have time!

Okay.

Let's do this.

Were it you?

Were it you?

Me what?

Left my fucking gate open.

No, sorry.

All the animals got out.

Your animals.

Yeah, my livestock.

This gate, did you open it?

No, sorry.

You're one of them city types, ain't you?

Are you for real?

Soft hands, soft head.

Wouldn't know a days work if he saw it coming.

Got that arrogance about you and all.

Bluster thinks he can talk to people how he feels.

Are you normally this present to your neighbors?

Look.

I just wanted to know if it was you

that opened the gate.

You says it weren't.

You can go.

Thank you.

Wait.

Did you make sure you followed the rule?

Oh yeah, that rule.

Why would you give a shit?

Look, I don't cares about you

just as long as you follow the rule.

By the way.

There's a random fella about, wild-eyed.

I was wondering if you knew him,

maybe one of your neighbors.

No?

Okay.

Well, you have a great day.

Nice gum, by the way.

Just make sure you polish it at the end.

Have a great day.

Fucking asshole.

So you found it then.

You.

What are you doing here?

I'm your neighbor.

Neighbor?

Yeah.

The farm.

Oh.

What are you doing here now?

Thought I'd give you a greeting.

Greeting.

What time is it?

Nine o'clock.

Nine o'clock?

I thought it was the middle of the night and...

Maybe some other time.

Please.

I gave you directions.

The least you could do is join a lonely girl for a drink.

White or red?

Red.

So what's your story?

I'm a writer.

Really?

What sort of stuff?

Mainly horror.

Not really my scene.

There's enough horror in the world already.

Does it pay well?

Well enough.

Enjoy it?

That's another story.

Forgive the pun.

Frustrated?

Maybe.

Horror's not what I originally intended on doing.

No?

No, I see myself as a Dylan Thomas or a, uh,

Ted Hughes.

Except nobody wants to read that, they're...

Immediate satisfaction.

That's right.

It's all now, now, now.

No patience.

That's a real shame.

So you turned to horror.

Yes.

It's easier to scare people.

It is?

Thank you.

Yeah, well, you know.

If you set pieces here and there and hey, presto,

you're there.

You make it sound easy.

Well.

It's not that difficult, put it that way.

And what about your family?

That's a horror story in itself.

Now that sounds like an interesting tale to tell.

Maybe some other time.

There might not be another time.

Why?

Are you planning on going somewhere?

Well, you never know.

Yeah, I suppose.

Why don't you make yourself more comfortable?

In a minute.

Who is that?

That?

That's a fucking nightmare.

That's it?

That's all you're going to say?

He is amazing.

Top up?

So why don't you tell me really why you're here?

Can't a girl come around for some company?

Yeah.

Married, kids?

None of that?

No.

It's a bit difficult.

Is that why she left you?

The demon drink?

Maybe we should change the subject.

Do you know why they call it the demon drink?

Because it fucks up your life.

The plot thickens.

Why don't you just come over here

and enjoy your drink?

He's a little ratty, isn't he?

I have writer's block.

And?

My agent.

He sent me to this shitty location

and supposedly to inspire me.

Has it?

You've seen what I've been writing.

Inspiration comes from all sources, doesn't it?

Look, I don't even really know your name.

No.

Who are you really?

You haven't followed rule one, have you?

No, I haven't followed rule fucking one

because it's a stupid game

and that is a stupid fucking doll.

Do you know what?

I'm actually gonna finish my drink and leave this place.

Deadline be damned.

Deadline?

Yeah, my deadline for my book.

For Alfred the Doll?

Yeah.

So what's happened in the book?

I'll tell you what's happened in the book.

The writer arrived at the location,

found the doll, and ignored the rule.

Matt was concentrating hard,

trying to understand what to do.

Then he heard a knocking like Edgar Allen Poe,

a knocking at his chamber door.

Yes.

Look, wait.

Then she appeared at the door.

Beautiful, ravishing, as if chiseled

from the stars themselves.

Little on the nose, don't you think?

I see how you look at me.

No, no, what are you writing?

She looked at him square in the eye.

She said...

We should carry out the rule.

Or what?

You don't want to know.

Okay.

Let's fucking do it.

What's happening?

Please, mate.

I need to finish the book.

Have you done it yet?

Yes.

Well, I started to.

Started, but you haven't finished?

No.

Look, there's this girl and she...

Girl?

Yeah.

I'm not playing games here, you know.

Really?

Well, you could fool me.

Have you started rule number one?

Look, mate.

I think you need to leave.

Henry!

I've gotta go!

What have I told you about being up here?

Who's that?

Why, this is my daughter.

Who'd you think it is?

What do you think you're doing?

Yeah, what're you doing?

Here, what are you doing?

You stay away from my family.

Stay away from my family.

I'll kill you, you little bastard.

Cheers.

Brendan, Brendan.

Can you see me?

I can see you!

Do you want to come out and play?

Mr. Cobbs.

Have you followed rule one?

Yeah.

I have.

You fed him his leaves?

You're fucked.

My son, he followed rule one.

He's gone.

I can't say anymore.

I've said enough.

Wait.

I need to know...

More.

He's your responsibility now, Mr. Cobbs.

I can do no more.

I've said too much.

So what do you prefer?

Eggs, bacon?

Or leaves?

What the fuck am I doing?

You did this, didn't you?

But why Henry?

Just an innocent tramp.

Alfred, the boy that died.

Who killed you, eh?

Who killed you?

Well, from now on, Alfred,

I'm gonna watch you.

I'm gonna watch you every hour,

every second, and you fuck up,

I'll be there.

Yeah.

You think you got it on me?

I don't think so, mate.

My daddy's coming to get you.

Do you want to come out and play?

Do you want to come out and play?

Brendan.

I'm here.

Do you want to come out and play?

Mommy.

It's time.

Time to meet your maker.

Alfred has chosen.

Alfred has chosen.

You will be the sacrifice.

You will be the sacrifice.

You won't be forgotten.

You won't be forgotten.

Alfred must feast.

Alfred must feast.

And it begins tonight.

And it begins tonight.

Why sacrifice the ones we love

when we can sacrifice the ones we don't know?

Your book is late.

Deadlines mean everything.

I just need more time.

Don't worry your little nerves.

I'll have a ponder to get back to you

with my answer.

Is she the one?

I'm afraid not.

We'll have to find someone else.

But I think I know just the man.

Should I send her Alfred?

Make it happen.

We can't afford to have any more loose ends.

Like an hitchhiker.

A writer.

A man asking for directions.

Look.

I don't deserve this.

Deserve?

Deserve has nothing to do with it.

It's required.

Please.

Oh my god!

No!

Do you want to come out and play?

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