This had the makings of quite compelling drama dealing with loss, grief and longing but somehow the practical elements of the story as it played out didn't work for me. "John" (Jared Harris) and wife "Mary" (Juliet Stevenson) and happily enough married but it soon becomes clear that their daughter "Clare" got caught up with a bad-influence boyfriend and ran away from home some the years ago. The police suggest a…
What truth matters most?
John and Mary have lived with desolating grief and the agony of uncertainty for the past ten years. Their only child, Clare, ran away from home when she was fourteen and no trace of her whereabouts has ever been found. When Clare returns, now a young woman of twenty-four, Mary is overjoyed. But John comes to believe that Clare is not who she claims to be. As old tensions resurface, a gripping search for the truth unfolds.
Top Cast
Jared Harris
John
Juliet Stevenson
Mary
Erin Doherty
Clare
Niamh Cusack
Bella
Nicholas Pinnock
DI Chambers
Aliona Baranova
Magda
Danya Dixon
Young Clare
Tomi May
Carl
Michael Monroe
Nathan
Larry Olubamiwo
Steve
Noni Stapleton
Noreen
Fiona Skinner
Tessa
Morgan Watkins
Adam
Barry Castagnola
Police Officer
Reviews
An incredible film that really tugged hard on my emotions, and won. This movie broke me, but in a good cathartic way. My only criticism is that Jared Harris never hugs his 'daughter' Clare. But maybe that's just hos his character is meant to be. Or maybe that's just how British men are by default. But otherwise, such an emotional drama.
FAQ about Reawakening
What is Reawakening about?
John and Mary have lived with desolating grief and the agony of uncertainty for the past ten years. Their only child, Clare, ran away from home when she was fourteen and no trace of her whereabouts has ever been found. When Clare returns, now a young woman of twenty-four, Mary…
When was Reawakening released?
Reawakening was released in 2024.
What genres does Reawakening belong to?
Reawakening is categorised as Drama, Mystery.
Who stars in Reawakening?
The cast of Reawakening includes Jared Harris, Juliet Stevenson, Erin Doherty, Niamh Cusack, Nicholas Pinnock.