Amityville: The Awakening

Synopsis

Amityville: The Awakening follows the harrowing experience of Belle, a determined teenager played by Bella Thorne, who moves into the infamous Amityville house with her ailing mother and younger brother. Seeking a fresh start, they soon find themselves confronted with supernatural forces beyond their understanding. As Belle delves deeper into the house's dark history, she must unravel the mystery to protect her family from the malevolent entities lurking within the walls. This 2017 horror film blends psychological tension with classic haunted house elements, unraveling a chilling story of possession and survival.

Cast

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  Bella Thorne

  Belle Walker

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  Cameron Monaghan

  James Walker

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  Jennifer Jason Leigh

  Joan Walker

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  Thomas Mann

  Terrence

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  Jennifer Morrison

  Candice

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  Kurtwood Smith

  Dr. Milton

Reviews

Amityville: The Awakening received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a low approval rating of 29%, indicating generally unfavorable reviews. Critics often cited the movie's predictable plot and reliance on common horror tropes as significant drawbacks. For example, Rotten Tomatoes' consensus points out that while the film attempts to provide scares, it delivers few and leaves much to be desired in terms of originality. IMDb users gave the movie a 4.8/10 rating, reflecting mixed audience reception, with some viewers appreciating the atmospheric setting and Bella Thorne's performance but criticizing the film's pacing and lack of genuine scares. Metacritic's score of 42/100 similarly signals mixed or average reviews, with some critics acknowledging the film's technical competence and moments of suspense but ultimately considering it an uninspired entry in the Amityville franchise. The New York Times described the movie as "a tired retread of familiar haunted house clichés," while some horror enthusiasts found the film "a modestly entertaining but flawed addition to the series." Overall, Amityville: The Awakening is regarded as a rather conventional horror film that struggles to elevate itself beyond established genre formulas.