Rats

The rats are a symbol of guilt in "1922." Wilfred sees them everywhere after he kills Arlette and buries her in a well full of rats. They eventually eat him alive.

100 Acres

The 100 Acres are a symbol of marital discord in "1922." When Arlette inherits the land from her father, she wants to sell it, while Wilfred wants to keep it. The argument leads to the murder.

Cows

The cows are a symbol of Wilfred's peace and happiness in "1922." Wilfred loves his cows, who are inextricably linked to the land in his mind. After he kills Arlette, he pushes one cow into the well with her and the rest of his cows soon suffer horrible fates, just as he does.

The Well

The well is a symbol of the depth of memory in "1922." Wilfred attempts to bury Arlette within the well, but she continues to plague him all...