Dormire
Dormire

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Dormire

1985
Movie
91 min
German

Two women meet in a train.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Franco ProsperiGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote Italian village, a group of students staying at an isolated hotel begin to experience terrifying nightmares that seem to bleed into reality. As the line between sleep and wakefulness blurs, they uncover a dark secret connected to the hotel and the villagers. They must confront their deepest fears to survive the night and escape the clutches of an unseen evil.

Critical Reception

Dormire received a mixed reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and unsettling imagery, while others found its plot convoluted and its pacing uneven. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its giallo-esque qualities and others finding it too derivative of its genre predecessors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie atmosphere and striking visual style.

  • Criticized for a confusing narrative and underdeveloped characters.

  • Applauded by some for its suspenseful dream sequences.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and often mixed, with some finding the film to be a chilling and effective horror experience, while others felt it lacked substance and originality.

Fun Fact

The film's unsettling score was composed by the legendary Goblin member Claudio Simonetti, adding to its giallo-inspired atmosphere.

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