The trailer for theUntil Dawnmovies reveals a narrative rich in details that connects the cinematic production to the universe of the namesake game,developed by Supermassive Games. These references not only pay homage to the original work but also enhance the depth of the film, offering fans a more immersive experience by recognizing elements that defined the game.
Although not a direct adaptation, the movie’s trailer incorporates visual and narrative elements that reference the game, creating a link between the two media. These carefully inserted details highlight the production’s effort to deliver material that resonates with the fanbase and expands theUntil Dawnuniverse.
8References To Video Game Characters
Protagonists' Names From Until Dawn Spotted In The Trailer
The movie opens with a car trip, where they head to a convenience store called Hartley’s, which is the last name of one of the game’s protagonists, Chris. This reference might go unnoticed by most, but for fans who delve into the lore, it’s possible to connect it to the character who serves as comic relief in the game and has deep narrative development.
It’s possible that more mention will be made of theUntil Dawngame characters throughout the film, as it would be aninteresting homage considering the fans' affectionfor them. Additionally, a movie can deepen the connection with their names or perhaps make a more direct reference, such as a familial link with a character in the film or a connection to a plot mystery.
7Signatures In The Check-In Book
The Characters' Signatures In The Movie Mirror Hannah’s Diary
In the trailer, it’s possible to see in more than one instance where the focus is on a signature book, most likely one of those classic hotel check-in books, where some signatures of people who possibly stayed at the house are found. This scene have gone unnoticed if it weren’t for its resemblance to the diary Hannah kept during her stay in the mines.
Hannah’s handwriting remained stable in the first days, but scribbles began toappear with her transformation into a wendigo. Therefore, it’s possible to theorize that the signatures have a similar origin. Comparing it to the game, theUntil Dawnmovie could hint that the monsters appearing in the trailer might be the very guests who transformed into them over the days at the house.
6The Dollhouse
Toys Are Used To Scare In The Game And In The Movie
In theUntil Dawngame, there is a peculiar item - a dollhouse that replicates the fateful night of Hannah and Beth’s deaths. Serving as a puzzle for players, it’s where Hannah’s diary is found after facing the jump scare. Afterthe masked killer appears, it’s possible to see rows of doll heads on a shelf during the trailer.
This is not the first time dolls appear; throughout the game, some can be found, just as in the movie, which uses dolls as decorative objects in the background. Shown alongside the movie’s villains, there could be some connection to interactions in the game, whether in a simple trap or in a jump scare, as happens in theUntil Dawngame.
5The Old Woman With An Oxygen Mask
A Recurring Element In The Until Dawn Games
There is a quick scene in the trailer where the protagonist is attacked by an old woman wearing an oxygen mask, who quickly incapacitates one of the protagonists, leaving her with dark eyes. It’s not clear what happens to her, although the setting around the old woman’s figure is interesting, as is the “weapon” she uses to knock out the protagonist.
There are dolls, a macabre item present in theUntil Dawngames, which precede the presence of the game’s villain, The Psycho. Additionally, the oxygen mask is arecurring element in the games, also used by Psycho to knock out his victims with a drug. The same can be seen in the trailer, which could indicate Psycho’s presence or a new drug used in the movie.
4The Villains In The Trailer Are Familiar
They Resemble A Specific Character From The Game
It’s impossible not to associate the killer who appears wearing a mask similar to theone used by Josh, the character who orchestrates all the deadly traps to avenge his sisters' deaths. Besides the fact that he uses a white blade in his murders and the presence of traps that further connect the villain to the game’s protagonists.
The presence of the wendigo, the main villain of the games, makes a direct reference to Hannah, despite the lack of similarities in appearance. The visual is very faithful to the game, as are its sounds and movements, which makes its presence nostalgic. In the absence of other wendigos, it’s difficult to associate it with the original, although it’s a great homage.
3The Infamous Hourglass
A Common Object From The Until Dawn Games Will Be Present In The Movie
The trailer displays images of an hourglass, symbolizing the passage of time and the urgency to survive until dawn, a central theme in both theUntil Dawngame and movie. Known from one of the game’s covers, the direct reference to theUntil Dawngame may not be a simple aesthetic comparison, as there could be more meanings considering its role in the trailer.
Attached to a kind of clock, the device housing the hourglass could be one of the plot’s keys, considering it can symbolize the days passing in the cabin and the time the characters have to solve the mystery. Considering the possibilities the item can have and what its image represents in the game, there’s much that can be done in theUntil Dawnmovie.
2Posters Of Missing Miners
Possible Reference To The Games
During the trailer, there is a focus on a panel where there are several missing persons posters, including photographs of the movie’s protagonists on these posters. The focus isn’t on them, but rather on two posters in the corner that announce the disappearances of two miners. EveryUntil Dawnplayer recognizes a strong reference, thanks to the Blackwood Pines Mines.
The mines,located on Blackwood Mountain, were the site of a tragic accident where 30 miners were trapped and had to resort to cannibalism, serving as the origin for the wendigos that inhabit the area. The reference to the game is clear, although it is not confirmed if the story of the Blackwood miners repeats in the universe of theUntil Dawnmovie.
1Peter Stormare Returns As Dr. Hill
A Familiar Face For Until Dawn Game Fans
In a direct reference to the game, the movie brought back an actor who originally played Dr. Hill in the game, Peter Stormare, who returns to take on a new role in theUntil Dawnmovie. In the trailer, Peter appears as a mysterious convenience store clerk, whom the protagonists stop by during their trip, leading to an encounter with the character.
With a serious and mysterious demeanor, Peter Stormare’s character delivers a line that could indicate his character has a larger role than shown. Demonstrating knowledge of the mystery that exists nearby, especially by announcing the protagonist’s disappearance, it is likely that the movie’s protagonists will encounter him again in search of more answers.
