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Afraid of the Dark

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Afraid of the Dark
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R,1hr 31min
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1992
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Image Entertainment
Synopsis: A young boy comes to fear that his blind mother may become the next victim of a serial killer in this complex psychological thriller. Unfolding at first as a traditional suspense tale, the film follows the terrified boy's attempts to determine the killer's identity, a task his policeman father has failed to achieve. Things take a more provocative and puzzling turn when the boy's penchant for fantasy is revealed, forcing the audience to question whether what has been shown has been real or merely ... Full Synopsis
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A film that is likely to divide people along pretty rigid lines, Afraid of the Dark at least deserves credit for trying to be something different. That won't be enough for many, who will find it much too slow, incredibly confusing and ultimately unsatisfying. But for those who "get" the film, Dark will be a very rewarding experience. Dark is set up to frustrate most of the audience; starting out as ... Full Review
Featured Cast
Frank
Tony Dalton
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