A mother named Nora and her young daughter move into a seemingly deserted, creepy town. The daughter's attempt to open a window triggers a panicked reaction from her mother, revealing their shared anxiety about the strange surroundings. Their tension escalates when a mysterious man abruptly warns them never to open their door after 8 p.m., claiming they will die if they do. Now alone, the mother stands frozen in the dead street, haunted by the dire warning and uncertain of the consequences of breaking the rule.