Waking Karma

Waking Karma is a horror thriller about a high school student and her mother who are held captive at a secluded forest compound. They have been trapped there by the girl's father, a cult leader. To survive, the daughter must endure various psychological tests designed to ready her for a lethal reincarnation ritual.

The film was directed by Carlos Montaner and Liz Fania Werner, with Werner also writing the screenplay. The production was handled by 3Roundburst Productions. The ensemble cast features Michael Madsen as Paul, Hannah Christine Shetler as Karma, and Kimberly Alexander as Sunny, alongside Bradley Fisher, Christine Sloane, and Christopher Showerman.

Released on January 26, 2023, the movie has a runtime of 86 minutes. It received a poor reception from viewers, earning a 2.8 rating on IMDb based on 172 votes. While it holds a 4.1 rating from five film critics, this score remains low compared to general standards, though it is higher than the score found on IMDb.