The Babadook Movie Review

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Story Overview of The Babadook

A single mother, plagued by the violent death of her husband, battles with her son's fear of a monster lurking in the house, but soon discovers a sinister presence all around her.

The Babadook Rating and Reception

IMDb Rating: Not available

The Babadook Details and Cast

Movie NameThe Babadook
Original LanguageEn
Spoken LanguageEnglish
Release Date2014-05-22
Runtime94 minutes
CountryAustralia
GenresDrama, Horror
WriterJennifer Kent
DirectorJennifer Kent
ProducerKristian Moliere, Kristina Ceyton

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The Babadook Star Cast

Essie Davis Amelia Vanek
Noah Wiseman Samuel Vanek
Hayley McElhinney Claire
Daniel Henshall Robbie
Barbara West Gracie Roach
Ben Winspear Oskar Vanek
Cathy Adamek Prue
Craig Behenna Warren
Hachi Bugsy
Tim Purcell The Babadook

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Our Review of The Babadook

'The Babadook' delivers a mixed drama experience, combining drama, horror. Released on 2014-05-22, this 94-minute film by Jennifer Kent has notable moments but lacks consistency. With performances by Essie Davis, Noah Wiseman, Hayley McElhinney, it’s worth a look for drama fans.

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