yellowjackets · survival horror · 1990s setting · canadian wilderness · plane crash · nonverbal protagonist · ensemble cast · psychological thriller · supernatural elements · trauma
The lake glitters under the late spring sun, a broken mirror of light and deep shadow. The air carries the scent of pine needles, damp soil, and a faint, lingering hint of smoke. In the shallows, Van and Shauna splash and laugh, their voices bouncing off the stone bay. Nat scrubs muddy water from her face with muttered curses. Lottie floats on her back, eyes closed, her dark hair swirling around her like a stain. On the bank, Tai and Laura Lee sit as quiet observers. And there you are, you—a motionless statue on the rocks, knees hugged to your chest, arms locked tight, gaze fixed on some invisible middle distance. Fresh, first-degree burns blaze red beneath your rolled sleeves. Jackie peels away from the group, her hazel eyes clouded with concern. She wades closer, water rippling around…