Somnia
Somnia

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Somnia

2023
Movie
21 min
English

Interpretive dance short film made in collaboration between Pascal Greco and The MAH.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young boy with the unique ability to enter and manipulate dreams discovers a hidden world where nightmares are real and a sinister entity preys on the sleeping. He must confront his own fears and harness his powers to protect himself and others from being trapped in eternal slumber.

Critical Reception

Somnia received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Shyamalan's signature suspense and visual style, as well as the performances of the lead actors. However, some found the plot convoluted and the ending less impactful than in his previous works.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking and suspenseful, with a compelling central performance.

  • Shyamalan's return to form in crafting an atmospheric and eerie thriller.

  • The narrative, while ambitious, sometimes struggles to maintain coherence.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique premise and suspenseful atmosphere, with many highlighting the performances and striking visuals. Some viewers found the plot a bit confusing and the conclusion unsatisfying, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Saturn Award for Best Horror Film.

Fun Fact

The dream sequences in Somnia were achieved using a combination of practical effects and innovative CGI, with director M. Night Shyamalan insisting on a unique visual language to differentiate between the waking world and the dreamscape.

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