Dreams Come True
Dreams Come True

Movie spotlight

Dreams Come True

1984
Movie
85 min
English

Boy discovers how to dream travel. Only in this senerio he appears in real life at the location of his dreams while his "other" body lies in bed. He then teaches his girlfriend how to dream travel and together they share the adventures of their dreams.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Robert HarmonGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman from a working-class background dreams of becoming a professional dancer. She works as a welder by day and frequents a local club where she dances with passion and skill. She enters a dance competition with the hope of winning a scholarship to a prestigious dance academy, facing challenges and self-doubt along the way.

Critical Reception

Dreams Come True received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising Jennifer Beals's performance and the film's energetic dance sequences. However, some found the plot to be predictable and derivative of other inspirational dance films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant choreography and Beals's compelling performance.

  • Criticized for a familiar narrative structure and lack of originality.

  • The film's emotional resonance and underdog story were often highlighted.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, appreciating the inspiring message and the dynamic dance scenes. Some viewers found the story to be heartwarming and motivating, while others felt it was a bit cliché.

Fun Fact

The film's iconic dance sequences were choreographed by Michael Peters, who also choreographed Michael Jackson's 'Beat It' music video.

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