The Dead Zone (1983), directed by David Cronenberg and based on Stephen King’s novel, is a psychological thriller that follows Johnny Smith, played by Christopher Walken, a man who awakens from a five-year coma with the ability to see people’s past and future by touching them. Initially horrified by his newfound psychic powers, Johnny grapples with their impact on his life and relationships. As he helps solve crimes and prevent tragedies, he uncovers a terrifying vision of a rising political figure, Greg Stillson, who could bring about a catastrophic future. Torn between his moral duty and personal struggle, Johnny must decide whether to take extreme measures to stop Stillson. The film explores themes of fate, free will, and the burden of foresight.
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