Amityville: The Awakening

Amityville: The Awakening

Year: 2017

Runtime: 85 min

Language: English

Director: Franck Khalfoun

ThrillerHorror

Facing financial hardship, a family moves into the infamous Amityville house. Soon, unsettling events begin to occur, and teenage Belle discovers disturbing truths about her mother’s past and the sudden, mysterious revival of her brother from a coma. As the strange occurrences intensify, Belle must confront the malevolent forces residing within the house and fight to protect her family from a terrifying evil.

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1

Ronald DeFeo, Jr. Murders Family

In 1974, Ronald DeFeo, Jr. committed a horrific act by brutally killing his entire family at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville. He claimed that he was influenced by sinister voices in the house, leaving a dark shadow over the residence.

1974 Amityville, Long Island, New York
2

Joan Moves In

More than forty years later, Joan Walker relocates to the infamous Amityville house with her children: Belle, Juliet, and James, along with their dog, Larry. She hopes for a fresh start after a tragic accident left James brain-dead, but Belle is skeptical about the move.

Amityville, Long Island, New York
3

Belle Faces School Bullying

As Belle adjusts to her new school, she becomes the target of ridicule due to her living situation in the infamous house. The only student showing her kindness is Terrence, who becomes her friend amidst the hostility.

4

Miraculous Revival

One night, Belle finds Juliet wandering the hallways, and they rush to James's room when they hear alarming beeping. Joan desperately tries to revive James as he flat-lines, and against the odds, she miraculously brings him back to life.

Amityville House
5

Belle Researches the House's History

While at school, Belle conducts research and uncovers the tragic murders that took place in their new home. This leads her to watch 'Amityville Horror' with Terrence, deepening her fascination and trepidation about the house's dark past.

School
6

Dr. Milner's Concerns

In a meeting with Dr. Milner and her sister Candace, Joan expresses her belief that James is improving. However, Dr. Milner shares his concerns based on past experiences with similar cases, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding James's condition.

Doctor's Office
7

Belle's Nightmare

Belle experiences a terrifying nightmare involving blood-stained wallpaper and an eerie encounter with Ronald DeFeo, Jr. This ominous dream reflects her growing fears about the house and her brother's strange behavior.

Amityville House
8

Eerie Movie Night

At 3:15 AM, the same time the infamous murders occurred, Terrence and his friend Marissa arrive to watch 'Amityville Horror.' When the power unexpectedly cuts out, they explore the basement and discover remnants of the past, heightening the suspense.

3:15 AM Basement, Amityville House
9

Possession Begins

As Joan and Dr. Milner conduct tests on James, Dr. Milner experiences a disturbing vision that compels him to leave the house abruptly. Concurrently, Belle and Juliet begin to notice hauntings and terrifying dreams hinting that James may be possessed.

Amityville House
10

Confession of Guilt

Belle confides to Marissa about the tragic incident that left James brain-dead, revealing her guilt over his injury. They begin to suspect that the malevolent presence in the house may indeed be influencing James's behavior.

11

Chilling Messages

In a moment of desperation, Belle tries to communicate with James, only to receive terrifying messages on his communication device stating, 'KILL ME' and 'GET OUT.' This situation intensifies the fear of possession among the family.

Amityville House
12

Escalating Desperation

Belle discovers a chilling message scratched into the basement wall reading 'KILL THEM ALL,' fueling her determination to expose James's possession. She confides in her mother, revealing her fears and the dark history of their home.

Basement, Amityville House
13

Tragic Confrontation

During a chaotic night, James succumbs to the darkness and turns hostile, tragically killing Candace and Larry before aiming his gun at Joan. In a desperate act of love, Belle intervenes, launching herself and James through a window.

Amityville House
14

The Departure of Darkness

As Belle and James fall outside, the dark presence leaves James's body, reverting him to his frail state. In his final moments, he expresses gratitude to Belle for saving him, providing her with a bittersweet closure.

Outside Amityville House
15

Aftermath and Investigation

Following the tragic events, Belle faces a police investigation regarding the deaths of her mother, brother, and Candace. With the horror of the Amityville house still echoing, Belle and Juliet stand together to recount the chilling truth.

Amityville House

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