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Critic Peter Bradshaw
rated 6

... there are some nicely creepy moments, and director and co-writer Nick Murphy interestingly dramatises some of the neuroses feeding the appetite for ghostly phenomena – repressed sexuality, guilt and self-harm.

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Cast & Crew

Nick Murphy
As Teacher 1
Nick Murphy
Director
Imelda Staunton
As Maud Hill
Shaun Dooley
As Malcolm McNair
Dominic West
As Robert Mallory
John Shrapnel
As Reverend Hugh Purslow
Andrew Havill
As George Vandermeer
Rebecca Hall
As Florence Cathcart

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In post-war England, a skeptical Florence Cathcart investigates strange occurrences at an all-boys boarding school. She soon discovers that the ghost of a young boy haunts the institution. As she delves deeper into the mystery, Florence confronts her own dark past and uncovers long-buried secrets leading to a thrilling climax. With Rebecca Hall and Dominic West starring, "The Awakening" is a chilling horror film that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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The Awakening was released in theaters on August 17, 2011.