Dark Awakening
Dark Awakening

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Dark Awakening

2014
Movie
95 min
English

On the heels of a devastating courtroom defeat, James moves his wife and son back to his hometown to begin a new life. From the very first day in their new home, the family experiences strange paranormal events. They seek help from a priest, who discovers that James is hiding the darkest secret of all.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Devon ParksGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A family man struggles to cope with the sudden death of his wife, resorting to increasingly desperate measures to bring her back. His obsession leads him down a dark path, where he uncovers a sinister secret tied to his wife's passing and a potential resurrection ritual. As he delves deeper, he must confront the terrifying consequences of meddling with forces beyond his understanding.

Critical Reception

Dark Awakening received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and derivative horror elements. While some performances received minor praise, the overall consensus was that the film failed to deliver a fresh or compelling take on supernatural horror tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies too heavily on clichés and predictable jump scares.

  • Performances are adequate but can't salvage a weak script.

  • Lacks originality and fails to create a truly terrifying atmosphere.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dark Awakening are scarce, but those available indicate a disappointment with the film's uninspired storyline and lack of genuine scares, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

Fun Fact

Dean Cain, known for his role as Superman in the TV series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, plays the lead character in this horror film.

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