The Gathering 2003

Overview

The Gathering is a 2003 horror and thriller film directed by Brian Gilbert. The story follows an itinerant traveler named Cassie Grant, played by Christina Ricci, who is wandering through England on foot. After being struck by a car driven by Marion Kirkman near Glastonbury, Cassie suffers from partial memory loss. Marion Kirkman allows Cassie to convalesce at her large rural home, where she develops a friendship with the woman's stepson, Michael. As Cassie recovers, she begins to experience disturbing visions and premonitions. She eventually assists Michael with his research into a newly discovered, ancient church and an old altarpiece. These investigations provide gradual clues regarding Cassie's deeper connections to the local community. The film features a cast that includes Ioan Gruffudd, Stephen Dillane, and Kerry Fox. The production has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes and was released in the United States on February 23, 2003. The narrative explores the intersection of Cassie's amnesia and the mysterious historical findings uncovered during her stay.