Karla, a young medical student, is trying to cure her brother, Blake, from a terminal sleep illness called Fatal Familial Insomnia, where you are unable to sleep until you die. On her quest to treat him, a more sinister reason for his condition is revealed.
A troubled young woman, haunted by a traumatic past, checks herself into a remote, experimental sleep clinic hoping to find peace. However, her stay quickly descends into a nightmare as she and the other patients begin to experience terrifying visions and disturbing psychological breakdowns. The clinic's enigmatic doctor seems to hold the key to their afflictions, but his motives are far from clear.
Awoken received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its premise intriguing but its execution flawed. The film was often cited for its atmospheric tension and a few standout performances, but criticized for a convoluted plot and an unsatisfying conclusion.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Awoken' are sparse, but those available generally highlight the film's unsettling mood as a positive aspect. However, many viewers expressed disappointment with the story's resolution and felt the narrative didn't live up to its initial promise.
The film was the directorial debut of actor Parry Shen, known for his roles in 'The New Guy' and the 'Hatchet' film series.
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