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Waking Life

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A young man finds himself trapped in a kind of dreamlike limbo, where the barrier between wakefulness and sleep blurs. As he navigates through a surreal and visually stunning landscape, he encounters a series of peculiar characters who invite him to reflect on life, existence, and the nature of reality. From philosophers to artists, they all engage in complex discussions about free will, consciousness, and spiritual awakening.

The protagonist glides from one conversation to another as his surroundings change dramatically, adopting a vibrant and ethereal aesthetic. Through these interactions, the film explores thoughts on perception and the meaning of dreams; the narrative evolves into a philosophical journey that encourages the viewer to question their own reality. Amid lengthy dissertations and profound thoughts, the protagonist seeks to understand whether he is truly awake or trapped in a labyrinth of dreams, where everything is possible, but nothing is certain.

The story culminates in a haunting climax, where the line between dream and wakefulness completely dissolves. With an innovative animation style and a script filled with incisive dialogue, the film dazzles and provokes reflection, establishing an introspective journey that resonates with the audience. Every moment invites viewers to question their own existence and the meaning behind their own dreams.

Media type
Movie
Year
2001
Director
Richard Linklater
Writer
Richard Linklater
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
7.70
Service
Rotten tomatoes
Rating
81.00
Service
Metacritic
Rating
84.00
Actors
Ethan Hawke
Julie Delpy
Wiley Wiggins
Bill Wise
Alex E. Jones
Ken Webster
Charles Gunning
Lorelei Linklater
Trevor Jack Brooks
Lara Hicks
Ames Asbell
Leigh Mahoney
Sara Nelson
Jeanine Attaway
Erik Grostick
Robert C. Solomon
Eamonn Healy
J.C. Shakespeare
David Sosa
Otto Hofmann
Aklilu Gebrewold
Carol Dawson
Lisa Moore
Steve Fitch
Louis Mackey
Alex Nixon
Steven Prince
Mary McBay
Kregg A. Foote
Jason T. Hodge
Guy Forsyth
John Christensen
David Jewell
Adam Goldberg
Nicky Katt
Jason Liebrecht
Brent Green
RC Whittaker
Hymie Samuelson
David Martinez
Ryan Power
Tiana Hux
Timothy
Steve Brudniak
Marta Banda
Charles Murdock
Mona Lee Fultz
Edith Mannix
Bess Cox
Kierstin Cunnington
Gender
AnimaciΓ³n
Drama
Country
United States
Producers
Tommy Pallotta
Jonah Smith
Anne Walker-McBay
Palmer West
Original title
Waking Life
Duration
101
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