The Sleepless
The Sleepless

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The Sleepless

2020
Movie
87 min
English

Chronic insomniacs Zach and Sophia wander the pre-dawn streets of NYC on an impromptu first date.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Mihalis KousounisGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A gripping thriller that follows a detective haunted by his past as he investigates a series of mysterious disappearances in a remote, fog-shrouded town. As the body count rises, he uncovers a dark secret that connects the victims and threatens to consume him entirely. With dwindling time and increasing paranoia, he must confront his own demons to solve the case before becoming the next victim.

Critical Reception

The Sleepless received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from J.K. Simmons. However, some found the plot convoluted and the ending to be less satisfying than the build-up.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and J.K. Simmons' commanding performance.

  • Criticized by some for an overly complex narrative and an anticlimactic resolution.

  • Visually striking, though occasionally hampered by pacing issues.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspense and J.K. Simmons' acting, finding it a decent thriller. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit predictable or that certain character motivations were unclear.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive, oppressive fog was achieved through a combination of practical effects and extensive CGI to create the desired mood and visual style.

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TMDB Reviews

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The Sleepless is a mashup of Before Sunrise/Sunset/Midnight, Malcolm & Marie, and Dream for an Insomniac, among other, better films. I love movies about people talking, as long as they have something to say – unlike Zach (Nyambi Nyambi) and...