Dead Before Dawn

Dead Before Dawn

Year: 1993

Runtime: 120 mins

Language: English

Director: Charles Correll

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Her marriage ends, but her nightmare begins. A mother of a young family endures an abusive, successful husband. After filing for divorce she discovers he hired a hitman to silence her before court, fearing scandal. The assassin turns out to be an FBI agent, who convinces her to fake her own murder to expose her husband’s crimes.

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Timeline & Setting – Dead Before Dawn (1993)

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Time period

contemporary (present day)

The movie is set in modern times, reflecting current societal norms and daily life environments like school and college settings. The events occur during current day, but the haunted elements and curses tie into historical family lore and occult practices.

Location

the Occult Barn

The Occult Barn is a mysterious shop known for its collection of supernatural artifacts and occult items. It is located in a quiet area, serving as a hub for the supernatural history of the Galloway family. The shop’s atmosphere is filled with antique objects that have dark pasts and mystical significance.

🧙️ Mystical 🏚️ Eerie 🔮 Supernatural

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Main Characters – Dead Before Dawn (1993)

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Casper Galloway

An overcautious boy who fears danger due to his father’s death. He is earnest, somewhat paranoid, yet brave enough to confront supernatural threats. Casper shows growth by taking responsibility and risking his life to save others.

🧒🏻 Boy 😨 Fearful 🧙‍♂️ Curious

Horus

Casper’s grandfather and shopkeeper of the Occult Barn. He is knowledgeable about occult artifacts and warns about curses. His eventual succumbing to the curse underscores the danger of ignoring mystical warnings.

👴🏻 Mentor 🕵️‍♂️ Wise 👻 Haunted

Charlotte

Casper’s love interest who initially laughs at his concerns. She becomes an active participant in the fight against the curse. Her presence adds emotional motivation for Casper to succeed.

👧🏻 Girl 💕 Supportive 🤔 Skeptical

Becky

Casper’s friend who believes in the curse after witnessing the chaos. She is compassionate and becomes a key ally in fighting the supernatural threat.

👩🏻 Friend 💪 Loyal 🧟‍♀️ Believer

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Major Themes – Dead Before Dawn (1993)

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🧟‍♂️ Supernatural Curse

The film explores the theme of a supernatural curse caused by a malevolent spirit trapped inside an urn. The curse results in zombification, spreading chaos and horror. It examines how ancient curses can intrude into modern life and the importance of respecting mystical artifacts.

🎭 Fear and Paranoia

A central theme is how fear and skepticism evolve as Casper and his friends confront their made-up curse turning real. It highlights how panic can escalate quickly when facing supernatural threats and how skepticism can turn into genuine terror.

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