Don't Be Afraid of the Dark

Fear is never just make believe.

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A young girl sent to live with her father and his new girlfriend discovers creatures in her new home who want to claim her as one of their own.

Released: Nov 6, 2010

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Katie Holmes

Kim

Guy Pearce

Alex Hirst

Bailee Madison

Sally Hirst

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