Await the Dawn
Await the Dawn

Await the Dawn

2020Movie90 minEnglish

A troubled family traveling cross country are highjacked by a desperate man. Only to discover he's running from something more dangerous than he is.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users65%
Director: Roxanne BenjaminGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman is sent to live with her estranged aunt after her mother's death, only to discover a sinister secret about her family's past and the isolated, terrifying house she now calls home. As strange occurrences escalate, she must confront a growing dread that threatens to consume her.

Critical Reception

Await the Dawn received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performances, particularly Brea Grant. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective build-up of suspense and unsettling atmosphere.
  • Brea Grant's performance is frequently highlighted as a standout element.
  • Criticized by some for a familiar narrative structure within the horror genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while the film successfully creates a creepy mood and features a compelling lead, some viewers felt the story lacked originality and resolution.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a remote, historic house, which director Roxanne Benjamin stated was crucial in establishing the oppressive and eerie atmosphere of the story.

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