The Awakening

(2011)

In 1921 London, Florence Cathcart is a renowned skeptic and debunker of supernatural phenomena. Known for her work in exposing hoaxes and assisting law enforcement with arresting fraudsters, Florence is approached by a stranger named Robert Mallory. Mallory informs her that the headmaster of a boarding school in Rookford has requested her help. The school is located in Cumbria, and the students are being terrorized by a ghost, leading to several deaths. Mallory also reveals that there was a murder on the estate years ago.

Initially reluctant, Florence eventually agrees to visit the school. Upon her arrival, she is greeted by the governess, Maud, and a young boy named Thomas Hill. As Florence begins her investigation, she uncovers chilling secrets about what happened to Walter Portman, the deceased student.

The Awakening is a suspenseful mystery that combines elements of horror and psychological drama. As Florence delves deeper into the school's dark past, she experiences terrifying encounters and must confront her own beliefs about the supernatural.

Directed by Nick Murphy, the film features a strong cast including Rebecca Hall as Florence Cathcart, Dominic West as Robert Mallory, and Imelda Staunton as Maud. The Awakening is a gripping and atmospheric film that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats as they unravel the mysteries hidden within the haunted boarding school.