We Are Only Dreaming
We Are Only Dreaming

Movie spotlight

We Are Only Dreaming

2023
Movie
90 min
Russian

The unifying beginning of all the stories are their characters – they are all teenagers just entering adulthood. The theme of socio-psychological adaptation in the big world, the search for oneself and the difficulties of communication runs through all the films. These young people are ready to desperately run on thin ice, look for their favorite toy in a huge city dump, run away from their parents in their van, build a model of a dream house day after day, sit for hours in the pouring rain. In short, they are all learning to live.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users75%
Director: Alexandre AstierGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Animation

Plot Summary

The film follows a young boy who gets involved in a series of fantastical adventures when he discovers a hidden world. He must navigate this magical realm, encountering quirky characters and facing unexpected challenges, all while trying to maintain his connection to his ordinary life. It's a whimsical journey about imagination and the blurred lines between reality and dreams.

Critical Reception

We Are Only Dreaming received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its imaginative visuals and unique storytelling. However, some found the plot to be occasionally disjointed and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its quirky humor and artistic style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creative animation and imaginative world-building.

  • Some critics found the narrative structure to be less cohesive.

  • The film's whimsical tone and unique humor were widely appreciated.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film's originality and artistic flair, often highlighting the charming animation and fantastical elements as major strengths. Some viewers felt the story could have been more tightly woven, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many recommending it for its imaginative qualities.

Fun Fact

Alexandre Astier, known for his work on the French comedy series 'Kaamelott', wrote, directed, and voiced multiple characters in this animated film, marking a significant departure into a new genre for him.

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