Dead Awake
Dylan, a young man working at a funeral parlor, is trying to unravel a mystery that shattered his life ten years earlier. After faking his own funeral to see who will show up, he befriends a mysterious street junkie and is reunited with an old love from his past. The lives of these three characters are transformed by supernatural forces as Dylan discovers that no one is who they seem to be.
Insights
Plot Summary
Following the suicide of her twin sister, Sophia, who was suffering from a mysterious sleep disorder, a young woman named Dylan becomes convinced her sister was murdered. As Dylan delves deeper into her sister's final days, she uncovers a terrifying truth connected to an ancient ritual and a creature that preys on those who are asleep. She must confront her own sanity and fight for her life before she too succumbs to the same fate.
Critical Reception
Dead Awake received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged the potential in its premise, the execution was widely criticized for its weak script, uneven pacing, and predictable scares. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is often overlooked in the horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks originality and fails to deliver genuine scares.
- The plot is convoluted and the characters are underdeveloped.
- A disappointing entry in the horror genre with a weak climax.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally point to the film's lack of engaging storytelling and poor execution of horror elements. Many viewers found it forgettable and lacking in originality.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Manchester, UK.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources