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A Masterpiece!

This is one of the best movies I’ve seen in a very long time. You have to go and see this on the big screen.

Short and Simple Review by WubsTheFadgerThe story begins with a bang but grinds to a halt. The middle part of the film is very slow and labored. The ending is great. The realizations and the twists are what make the film very good.The pacing is very slow but it builds up towards the end. The pacing is the worst part about the film. The runtime is also overlong.The acting is good. Rebecca Hall, Dominic West, and Isaac Hempstead Wright all do a great job.Pro: Great beginning and ending, good acting, and seeing Rebecca Hall naked is a plusCons: Very slow pacing, the middle part of the film is extremely slow, and an overlong runtimeOverall Rating: 7.0

People review this movie good because they think it is so complicated. The movie is not to be understood, this is because things don't match up. People might give the movie a high rating because they don't fully understand the movie, but that's the writer's fault, cause it honestly has a plot that does not make sense. The story line is all over the place and illogical. Even when we are talking about the paranormal, the plot is still really illogical and unclear. The movie is lonely, tedious and has some nice shots that give you a sense of ambiance. But after all it is definitely not strong. Slim entertainment and no wisdom being acquired from this movie. If people are amazed by this movie they haven't seen much other good movies,I have seen plenty good movies and this 1 will get 2/3 stars.

As I picked through the DVD's at my local library, I came across The Awakening as an after thought.Another ghost story, I thought to myself. Sure. Why not? I really didn't expect much beyond the above board cookie-cutter production out of Hollywood with some decent thrills and chills and a nice neat little ending.How delightfully wrong I was.Set in London in 1921, Rebecca Hall portrays the indelible Ms Catheart. Florence Catheart is a rarity in her time. She's unmarried, educated, an author, and has a successful career as a debunker of the supernatural. She delights in busting charlatans and frauds much the same as the Amazing James Randi does in our own time.Shortly after a successful raid on a séance hosted by prominent citizens in London, Florence is paid a visit by a Mr. Mallory (Dominic West) requesting her services at the Rockford School for Boys in the countryside. They evidently have a ghost. Florence reluctantly takes the job.The school itself is a large, multi-floored structure that years before was the private home of a very rich family. And a little boy is rumored to have been killed inside, but no official record exists as the wealthy can afford to bury their secrets. Florence's sometimes erratic behavior belies the fact she has her own secrets buried deep within her own heart. But neither will stay buried forever.Florence sets up camp inside with her assembly of turn-of-the-century scientific equipment and trap cameras, and the mysteries begin to unfold at a satisfying pace.All the sets, costumes and props are authentic (but I doubt the existence of mechanical talking dolls in the early 1900's). The film itself, although shot in color, has a slight hue of sepia to it that adds to it's illusion of looking back in time. Side plots and character development abound, and tie in quite nicely around the main story. Twists and turns throughout the story are well constructed and provide many a surprise. Strap yourself into your easy chair with your favorite hot beverage, turn the lights off and enjoy!The Awakening is guaranteed not to put you to sleep.

Average movie. Despite very good words in other comments I struggled with plausibility of acting. To me it seemed to be overdone in terms of emotions, somehow unrealistic. I can't say that plot is somehow original either. The whole idea was initially good, I liked the beginning, but there was something missing, something that would tie everything together. What was the role of a man walking around with a hunting gun? Was it necessary for the whole idea? What about the leg and knife scene? I didn't understand this. The love story emerged unbelievably. Regarding some technical aspects - picture was grainy, I can't find it original. Do not know was it purpose of the camera man, seemed like an old camera was use with low tolerance for low light. The film I was watching before this was The Orphanage, something that I liked very much and perhaps set the standards too high. Find out by yourself does this movie meets your expectations.