The Insomniac
The Insomniac

The Insomniac

2013Movie94 minEnglish

John Figg has a great career and a gorgeous fiancée. When he inherits a nice house in a quiet neighborhood, he finally starts to feel like his life is coming together. Trouble arises, however, when John's house is burglarized, and the thieves steal one of his most prized possessions.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Tishka FraserGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling actor, desperate for a breakthrough role, takes a job as a night security guard at a deserted office building. As his paranoia escalates with sleepless nights, he begins to suspect the building harbors a sinister secret, leading him into a terrifying psychological battle.

Critical Reception

Upon its limited release, 'The Insomniac' garnered mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to its slow pacing and predictable plot. While some performances received mild praise, the film struggled to find a significant audience or critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a lack of suspense and a predictable narrative arc.
  • Performances are generally adequate but fail to elevate the material.
  • The psychological thriller elements are underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Insomniac' is largely unavailable, with no significant consensus data from Google users.

Fun Fact

The film's tight budget and independent production led to a very small crew, with some members reportedly filling multiple roles behind the scenes.

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