Ari Aster, the writer and director of Hereditary, was born.
The horror film Hereditary premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, marking its introduction to audiences and critics.
Hereditary was released in the United States, reaching a wider audience and gaining significant attention for its psychological horror.
Following its release, Hereditary was praised critically for its direction, storytelling, and performances, notably those of Toni Collette.
Ellen Graham, Annie's mother, passes away, setting off the tragic and supernatural events in the family.
The family gathers for Ellen's funeral, revealing underlying tensions and Annie's resentment toward her mother.
Peter crashes his car on the way home, suffering serious injuries after fleeing a mysterious presence.
Annie discovers her mother was involved in a demonic cult and had been preparing the family for a dark destiny.
Annie holds séances to contact her deceased mother, leading to possession and escalating supernatural occurrences.
Peter's sister Charlie unexpectedly dies after a tragic allergic reaction caused by Peter's actions.
Annie becomes possessed by Paimon, the demon targeted by the cult, displaying increasingly erratic and violent behavior.
Peter is forced to carry Paimon's spirit after his family's fate is sealed in the cult's plan.
The cult members complete the ritual to crown Paimon in the possession vessel, finalizing the sinister transformation.
