Can't Stop Dreaming
Can't Stop Dreaming

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Can't Stop Dreaming

1987
Movie
37 min
Japanese

Student Tako is inexorably drawn toward Sao despite class rumors that she has appeared in a porno movie.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Richard FranklinGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

A successful Australian novelist, visiting London for a book tour, finds herself drawn into a passionate but complicated affair with a charming but married English publisher. As their relationship deepens, she must navigate the emotional complexities and potential fallout of their forbidden romance.

Critical Reception

Can't Stop Dreaming received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its romantic chemistry and picturesque setting, but some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its escapist charm and engaging performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performances and romantic atmosphere.

  • Some critics noted a formulaic plot progression.

  • Appreciated for its visually appealing portrayal of London.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was the last feature film directed by Richard Franklin before his untimely death in 2007.

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