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After She Wakes
After tragic death of her baby son, a narcoleptic mother with young daughter suffers from terrifying sleep disruptions as they try to deal with ongoing pain and grief. They begin experiencing different episodes of parasomnia including night terrors and sleep paralysis, leaving them unable to move and only able to witness horrific visions. These nightmares become too disturbing as they create a rift in their own realities causing the mother to believe someone or something is watching her sleep every night. Soon the terrifying visions from their dreams begin to manifest into a sinister reality, leaving the mother vulnerable.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, still recovering from a traumatic past, finds herself tormented by terrifying nightmares that begin to bleed into her reality. As she tries to unravel the mystery behind her visions, she uncovers a dark secret that puts her life in grave danger. With the lines between dream and reality blurring, she must confront her deepest fears before they consume her entirely.
Critical Reception
While 'After She Wakes' garnered some attention in the independent horror circuit, critical reception was generally mixed to negative. Reviewers often pointed to its ambitious premise and atmospheric tension, but frequently cited underdeveloped characters and a predictable plot as significant drawbacks. Audience scores suggest a slightly more forgiving view, with some appreciating its attempt at psychological horror.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempts at creating a nightmarish atmosphere and exploring themes of trauma.
Criticized for its reliance on horror tropes and a narrative that fails to fully deliver on its potential.
Some viewers found the suspenseful elements effective, while others felt the execution was lacking.
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Fun Fact
Director M. Antonio Zannino has stated that the film was heavily influenced by classic psychological thrillers and the surrealist works of painters like Salvador Dalí.
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