In Their Sleep
In Their Sleep

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In Their Sleep

2010
Movie
79 min
French

Sarah's life is in pieces after the brutal death of her 18 year-old son. One night, her car accidentally hits Arthur, a young man the same age as her boy who is running from a burglar. Sarah sympathizes with him and takes him in, only to be tracked down by the burglar whose murderous rage towards Arthur forces her to take action.

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IMDb5.3/10
Google Users50%
Director: Scott DerricksonGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A disturbed young man is tormented by horrific visions and nightmares. He tries to escape his past and find solace, but his troubled psyche and a series of increasingly bizarre events suggest he may be losing his grip on reality. As the lines between dream and waking life blur, he must confront the darkness within himself before it consumes him entirely.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'In Their Sleep' received a generally mixed to negative reception. While some praised its atmospheric tension and a few standout performances, many critics found the plot convoluted and the psychological elements underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the unsettling tone and others finding it confusing and unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark atmosphere and unsettling mood.

  • Criticized for a confusing and often nonsensical plot.

  • Some noted an interesting, albeit poorly executed, exploration of psychological horror.

Google audience: Audiences were largely split on 'In Their Sleep'. While a portion appreciated the film's moody atmosphere and attempts at psychological thrills, a significant number found the narrative to be too convoluted and difficult to follow, leading to disappointment with the overall payoff.

Fun Fact

The film's ambiguous ending and surreal imagery have led to much online discussion and interpretation among viewers trying to piece together the protagonist's true state and the events of the film.

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