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It's a Dream
Shot in an abandoned cinema in Malaysia, Tsai Ming-Liang's home country, It's a Dream evokes the filmmaker’s earliest encounters with cinema and recalls the golden age of Asian film culture. An extended version of the filmmaker's short created for the Canne Film Festival's "To Each His Own Cinema".
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Plot Summary
An English free-runner, who achieves fame after a stunt goes viral online, struggles with the commercialization of his sport and the pressure that comes with it. He finds himself torn between his passion for the art and the demands of fame and sponsorship. The film explores themes of authenticity, the pursuit of dreams, and the impact of internet fame.
Critical Reception
It's a Dream received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding its plot predictable and its exploration of free-running superficial. While the athleticism was sometimes praised, the film struggled to connect with audiences due to weak character development and an uninspired narrative.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts to capture the excitement of free-running but is hampered by a clichéd storyline.
Character development is lacking, making it difficult for viewers to invest in the protagonist's journey.
While visually interesting at times, the narrative fails to deliver a compelling emotional experience.
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Fun Fact
The film heavily features Sébastien Foucan, one of the co-founders of the discipline of parkour, in a starring role.
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