The Awakening (1980)
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1h 40m
Archaeologist Matthew Corbeck's lifelong fascination with an ancient Egyptian queen takes a disturbing turn when his estranged daughter begins exhibiting mysterious changes after becoming connected to a long-buried tomb. As unexplained deaths and unsettling events mount, Corbeck's search for answers draws him deeper into forgotten rituals and legends surrounding Queen Kara. Set between England and Egypt, this supernatural horror film blends archaeological mystery with ancient curses and occult suspense.
Cast:
Charlton Heston as Matthew Corbeck
Stephanie Zimbalist as Margaret Corbeck
Susannah York as Jane Turner
Jill Townsend as Anne Corbeck
Patrick Drury as Paul Whittier
Bruce Myers as Dr. Khalid
Nadim Sawalha as Dr. El Sadek
Ian McDiarmid as Dr. Richter
Ahmed Osman as Yussef
Miriam Margolyes as Dr. Kadira
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