Despite both lead characters being completely unlikable, _Awakening the Zodiac_ is actually better than I was expecting. Certainly less horror, more investigative thriller, is a serviceable theoretical followup to the real-life Zodiac killings. Could probably have used a little more excitement or a lot more logical action though. _Final rating:★★ - Had some things that appeal to me, but a poor finished product._
The deadliest serial killer in U.S. history... is back
The story follows a down-on-their-luck couple who discovers a serial killer's film reels. They decide to take the law into their own hands, risking everything for the chance at a $100,000 reward. It isn't long until they find themselves in the killer's lethal cross-hairs.
Top Cast
Shane West
Mick Branson
Leslie Bibb
Zoe Branson
Matt Craven
Harvey
Nicholas Campbell
Ray
Stephen McHattie
Zodiac
Kenneth Welsh
Ben
John Bregar
Adam
Eva Link
Lula
Jennie Esnard
Tina
Douglas Kidd
Officer
Sandra Wilson
Front Desk Woman
Jason Hook
S.A. Grinstahl
Renato Vettore
Custodian (uncredited)
Reviews
If you watch _Awakening the Zodiac_ in the hope that it will be half as good as David Fincher's _Zodiac_ (2007), you will be disappointed. Some have called _Awakening the Zodiac_ a thriller. It is not. I don't say that because it lacks thrills (which it does), but because it is a very bland horror film. The idea of a couple tracking the Zodiac killer together is pretty good. But, then the first scene begins and…
FAQ about Awakening the Zodiac
What is Awakening the Zodiac about?
The story follows a down-on-their-luck couple who discovers a serial killer's film reels. They decide to take the law into their own hands, risking everything for the chance at a $100,000 reward. It isn't long until they find themselves in the killer's lethal cross-hairs.
When was Awakening the Zodiac released?
Awakening the Zodiac was released in 2017.
What genres does Awakening the Zodiac belong to?
Awakening the Zodiac is categorised as Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller.
Who stars in Awakening the Zodiac?
The cast of Awakening the Zodiac includes Shane West, Leslie Bibb, Matt Craven, Nicholas Campbell, Stephen McHattie.