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Lake Mungo (2009)

โ€œIf you've never seen a ghost... look closer.โ€

6.1/10 ยท 740 votes 1h 27m r ThrillerHorror

#175 of 242 films from 2009 #1849 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Joel Anderson ยท Written by Joel Anderson

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Overview

After 16-year-old Alice Palmer drowns at a local dam, her family experiences a series of strange, inexplicable events centered in and around their home. Unsettled, the Palmers seek the help of a psychic and parapsychologist, who discovers that Alice led a secret, double life. At Lake Mungo, Alice's secret past emerges.

Cast

Rosie Traynoras June Palmer
David Pledgeras Russell Palmer
Martin Sharpeas Mathew Palmer
Tania Lentinias Georgie Ritter
Cameron Strachanas Leith Ritter
Judith Robertsas Iris Long
Robin Cumingas Garret Long
Marcus Costelloas Jason Whittle
Chloe Armstrongas Kim Whittle
Carole Patulloas Sargent Drouin
John Dunnas Funeral Director
Laurie Dunnas Funeral Director
Kirsty McDonaldas Genevieve Trudeau
James Lawsonas Frederick Rosskamp

Facts

Release dateJuly 30, 2009
Runtime87 min (1h 27m) โ€” shorter as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresThriller, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$2,000,000
IMDbtt0816556

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Questions

How long is Lake Mungo?
Lake Mungo runs 87 minutes (1h 27m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Lake Mungo worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.1/10 across 740 votes, which places it #175 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 28%) and #1849 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Lake Mungo?
Lake Mungo was directed by Joel Anderson.
Who stars in Lake Mungo?
Rosie Traynor as June Palmer; David Pledger as Russell Palmer; Martin Sharpe as Mathew Palmer; Tania Lentini as Georgie Ritter; Cameron Strachan as Leith Ritter; Judith Roberts as Iris Long.
What is Lake Mungo rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Lake Mungo?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/133485.

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