shuteye
shuteye

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shuteye

2027
Movie
90 min
English

A student researching sleep paralysis slips into a lucid nightmare.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users79%
Director: Robert Zemeckis (Pilot)Genres: Drama, Comedy-Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

Charlie Haverford is a former con man trying to turn his life around after a prison stint. He works as a psychic, but secretly doubts his own abilities, using tricks learned from his father. When his wife Linda becomes entangled with a dangerous crime boss, Charlie must navigate the complex world of spiritualists and criminals to protect his family.

Critical Reception

Shut Eye received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its quirky premise, dark humor, and strong performances, particularly from Jeffrey Donovan and Margo Martindale, others found the show to be uneven and lacking in narrative focus. The blend of crime drama and supernatural elements proved divisive.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and dark humor.

  • Jeffrey Donovan's performance as the morally ambiguous protagonist is a standout.

  • Some critics found the plot to be predictable or underdeveloped at times.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the show's distinctive concept and engaging performances, with many enjoying the blend of crime and mysticism. However, some viewers found the pacing inconsistent and the plot occasionally stretched thin.

Fun Fact

The series was filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina, a popular filming location for television shows and movies.

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