Awoken

“Awoken” is a 2019 Australian horror film directed by Daniel J. Phillips, who co-wrote the script with Alan Grace. The story follows Karla, a young medical student portrayed by Sara West, who is determined to find a cure for her brother Blake’s terminal sleep disorder, Fatal Familial Insomnia—a condition preventing him from sleeping until it leads to death. In her quest,

Karla uncovers a more sinister reason for his condition, leading her to question the boundaries between science and the supernatural. 

The film also features performances by Erik Thomson and Benson Jack Anthony. Critics have noted that “Awoken” wears its influences on its sleeve, serving as a love letter to classic horror films of the past. It is described as a sharp horror movie with effective scares, gore, and creepy moments, avoiding cheap jump scares in favor of building genuine suspense. 

“Awoken” is available for rent or purchase on various platforms, including FandangoNOW.