The Awakening
The Awakening

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The Awakening

2010
Movie
83 min
English

A group of LA twenty-somethings are lured out of the city and out into the wilderness in search of a rave, a hot girl, and good times. Instead, they encounter an ancient evil; a demon capable of possessing humans. As the demon passes through the group, each becomes both killer and victim. As their numbers dwindle the question arises: can they stop this malevolent spirit from spreading or will his power be to great for them?

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users70%
Director: Nick MurphyGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

In the 1920s, Florence Cathcart, a skeptical investigator of paranormal phenomena, is called to a remote boarding school to debunk claims of a ghost. Her rational approach is challenged when she encounters unsettling events and chilling apparitions, leading her to question her own beliefs and confront a tragic past. As she delves deeper into the mystery, the lines between reality and the supernatural blur, forcing her to face her deepest fears.

Critical Reception

The Awakening received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension, gothic mood, and Rebecca Hall's central performance. Some noted that while the plot had some predictable elements, the film successfully delivered a chilling and engaging supernatural thriller. Audience reception was also favorable, appreciating its classic ghost story feel.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective atmosphere and gothic horror elements.

  • Rebecca Hall's performance as the skeptical investigator was widely lauded.

  • Some critics found the plot twists somewhat predictable but enjoyed the overall suspense.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and eerie atmosphere, finding it to be a well-crafted ghost story. While some viewers pointed out predictable plot elements, most were satisfied with its chilling conclusion and strong lead performance.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at the historic Dacre Castle in Cumbria, England, adding to its authentic gothic atmosphere.

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