Dead Awake is a 2016 horror/thriller movie directed by Phillip Guzman. The story revolves around Kate Bowman, a social worker who suffers from a rare condition called sleep paralysis, which leads to insomnia. One night, she witnesses a murder while walking the streets, but when she reports it to the police, they tell her that there's no evidence of a crime.
Frustrated and confused, Kate teams up with Evan, a former soldier with a similar condition, to investigate the murder and find out the truth. However, as they delve deeper into the case, they begin to experience terrifying hallucinations and nightmares, making it hard for them to differentiate between reality and their own minds.
Soon, they discover that a sinister force is behind the murder and is targeting people with sleep paralysis. As they race against time to stop the killer before it's too late, they unravel a dark conspiracy that leads them to an unexpected conclusion.
The movie features an ensemble cast, including Jocelin Donahue as Kate Bowman, Jesse Bradford as Evan, Lori Petty as a sleep study doctor, and Brea Grant as Kate's sister. It received mixed reviews from the critics, with some praising its innovative storyline and scares, while others criticized its predictability and lack of originality.
