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The Nightmare

2015-06-05 · 90 min · ★ 5.5

Horror · Documentary

Eight people experience sleep paralysis, a condition which leaves them unable to move, speak or react.

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Directors
Rodney Ascher
Production companies
Campfire Studios, Zipper Bros Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Revenue
USD 28,281

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Forrest BorieSelf
Korinne WilsonSelf
Andrew SchwarzGhost
Johnny DeppJohnny DeppSelf (archive footage)

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