Sleeper
Sleeper

Sleeper

2012Movie87 minEnglish

Enigmatically silent, and driven by love, the man known as Resnik was imprisoned for butchering another man and kidnapping the young girl at the heart of his obsession, Kelly. For the safety of his fellow inmates, Resnik was only ever allowed to wake, eat and exercise alone, after dark, he learned to like it. Now having escaped during a midnight transfer, Resnik is headed back to Moonlight Bay, and Detectives Raynor and Molloy have only 12 hours to stop him before the sun goes down, and the carnage begins, again.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes16%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users35%
Director: Barry LevinsonGenres: Comedy, Science Fiction

Plot Summary

In a future where people are cryogenically frozen and reawakened, Miles Monroe is accidentally awakened after 400 years. He finds himself in a world vastly different from his own, with a society that is technologically advanced but morally bankrupt. Miles must navigate this strange new reality, facing challenges and comical mishaps as he tries to adapt and possibly find his way back, or at least understand his new circumstances.

Critical Reception

The film received generally negative reviews from critics, who found its premise unoriginal and its execution lacking. While some acknowledged the potential of its satirical elements, most felt the humor fell flat and the plot was underdeveloped. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with many finding the film to be forgettable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks the biting satire and comedic brilliance expected from its director and cast.
  • Relies too heavily on outdated sci-fi tropes without offering a fresh perspective.
  • Ultimately a tedious and unfocused viewing experience.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a disappointing effort, with many criticizing its predictable plot and lackluster humor. Some viewers felt the film failed to deliver on its ambitious premise, resulting in a generally uninspired and forgettable movie.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Great Buster', and it was intended to be a much larger production before being scaled back and eventually released as 'Sleeper' with significant script and casting changes.

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