As the True Knot binds and holds a knife to his body, Tremblay convincingly conveys the terror of his character, pleading to be released. When the True Knot stabs him, Tremblay’s screams are haunting as the group inhales the steam emanating from his dying breath. Another aspect that sets this Doctor Sleep scene apart is its refusal to let viewers detach from the agony experienced by the young victim.
Flanagan deliberately zooms in and prolongs the moment, confronting the audience with the primal torment endured by the child. According to Flanagan, Stephen King even suggested the scene was too much. The filmmaker also revealed that studio executives walked out during a screening, and the True Knot actors were visibly affected.
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