Movie • 2001
Waking Life
Dreams. What are they? An escape from reality or reality itself?
Filmistani83
IMDb7.670K
952votes
AnimationDramaFantasyEmotional DepthHidden GemStunning CinematographyPhilosophical
Why Watch
A Animation, Drama pick with breathtaking cinematography, emotionally resonant storytelling — Filmistani Score 83.
Synopsis
Waking Life is about a young man in a persistent lucid dream-like state. The film follows its protagonist as he initially observes and later participates in philosophical discussions that weave together issues like reality, free will, our relationships with others, and the meaning of life.
Cast
Ethan Hawke
Jesse
Julie Delpy
Celine
Wiley Wiggins
Main Character
Bill Wise
Boat Car Guy
Alex E. Jones
Man in Car with P.A.
Steven Soderbergh
Interviewed on Television
Ken Webster
Bartender
Charles Gunning
Angry Man in Jail
Lorelei Linklater
Young Girl Playing Paper Game
Trevor Jack Brooks
Young Boy Playing Paper Game
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