Movie spotlight
Don't Wake Me Up
Jone is a sixteen year old girl that lives in Bilbao (Basque Country) in 2009. In her highschool you can feel the independentist environment, demonstrations, strikes... are usuals between the students organizations. In this moment her dad starts to work int the Basque Government, between other things he has to go with body guards. This situation will change Jones life and she will have to learn to live between two worlds that she doesn't understand yet, and to understand that not everything is black or white.
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Plot Summary
A young man finds himself trapped in a recurring nightmare, unable to escape the same terrifying events each time he falls asleep. As the lines between reality and his dream world blur, he must confront the source of his terror before it consumes him entirely. His attempts to stay awake only prolong his suffering, leading him down a path of psychological unraveling.
Critical Reception
Don't Wake Me Up received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its intense atmosphere and lead performance, while some found the plot occasionally convoluted. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its suspenseful nature and surprising twists.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its relentless tension and unsettling premise.
Acknowledged for a strong central performance that anchors the narrative.
Some critics noted a slightly underdeveloped plot in its latter half.
Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the film's ability to create a sense of dread and its commitment to a disturbing, cyclical narrative. Many found it to be a well-crafted thriller that kept them on edge.
Fun Fact
Director E.L. Katz previously directed the critically acclaimed horror short 'The Hideaway'.
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