In M. Night Shyamalan’s latest film, “Knock At The Cabin,” a family of three must face the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse who have come to prevent the end of the world. This film is filled with biblical references and symbolism, including the locusts, the Horsemen, and the difficult choice that the family must make. In this article, we will dive into the symbolism and significance of the biblical references in “Knock At The Cabin.”
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are a group of riders described in the New Testament book of Revelation. These riders symbolize different aspects of the end of the world, including Conquest, War, Famine, and Death. In “Knock At The Cabin,” the Four Horsemen are portrayed as a group of individuals who have had a vision of the end of the world and are on a mission to prevent it.
The Significance of the Locusts
At the start of the film, the family’s daughter, Wen, is catching locusts. This reference to locusts has a significant meaning in the Bible. In the book of Exodus, locusts are listed as one of the ten plagues that were sent by God because the Pharaoh refused to release the Israelites. The locusts were seen as a sign of the end of times and were feared for the destruction they caused to agricultural crops. In “Knock At The Cabin,” the locusts symbolize the impending doom that the family must face and the difficult choice they must make.
The Significance of the Horsemen
Each of the Horsemen in “Knock At The Cabin” represents a different aspect of the end of the world, just as the Horsemen in the Bible represent Conquest, War, Famine, and Death. The Horsemen in the film represent the impending doom that the family must face and the difficult choices they must make in order to prevent the apocalypse.
The Horsemen in “Knock At The Cabin” experience a shared delusional disorder. This disorder is also known as shared psychotic disorder and includes hallucinations, which explains the visions that the Horsemen are having. This disorder can include more than two people, which makes it a unique representation of the Horsemen as a group.
The Impossible Choice
The rules of the film state that one member of the family must be sacrificed in order to prevent the apocalypse. This impossible choice is not just a decision for one individual, but rather it must be made by the entire family. This creates a level of tension and conflict within the family as they must decide who will be sacrificed and who will carry out the sacrifice.
And The Mysterious Figure Lurking in the Shadows
In “Knock At The Cabin,” there is a mysterious figure lurking in the shadows who is never fully revealed. This mysterious figure adds to the suspense and tension of the film and adds to the M. Night Shyamalan signature twist ending.
Indeed, M. Night Shyamalan is known for his signature twist endings, and “Knock At The Cabin” is no exception. It adds to the overall suspense and intrigue of the film and leaves the audience with a sense of uncertainty.
