Awake

On his wedding night, wealthy businessman Clay Beresford undergoes a heart transplant. During the surgery, he experiences anesthesia awareness, becoming fully conscious but unable to move or speak while his heart is being operated on. As he navigates this terrifying state, he uncovers a conspiracy involving his new wife, his best friend, and his doctor, leading him to question everything he thought he knew.

Awake received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot convoluted and predictable. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the thriller elements and twist ending, while others criticized the execution and lack of originality. It performed moderately at the box office.

• The film's central gimmick of anesthesia awareness is its main draw, but is ultimately underutilized.
• The plot twist is telegraphed early on, diminishing its impact for many viewers.
• Performances were generally considered adequate, but unable to salvage a predictable script.

Google audience: Audience reviews often mention that the film starts with an intriguing premise but fails to deliver a satisfying conclusion. While some found the twist surprising, many felt the movie was predictable and lacked depth. The performances are sometimes praised, but not enough to overcome the script's weaknesses.

The condition depicted in the film, anesthesia awareness, is a real, albeit rare, phenomenon where patients are conscious during surgery but unable to move or react.