Sleepless
Sleepless

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Sleepless

2021
Movie
9 min
English

A sleep-deprived boy battles to face what's real and what is not when a mysterious figure shows up at his house.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Director: Julien LeclercqGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A drug courier attempts to deliver a package while evading a corrupt police unit. He must navigate a treacherous urban landscape, relying on his wits and a few unlikely allies to survive the night. The stakes are raised when his son is kidnapped, forcing him into an even more dangerous game of cat and mouse.

Critical Reception

Sleepless received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its action sequences uninspired. While some acknowledged the film's attempt at a gritty crime thriller, the execution was frequently criticized for lacking originality and depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that offers few surprises.

  • Action sequences are serviceable but lack memorable execution.

  • Performances are adequate but do not elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reception information for Sleepless (2021) on Google is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film is a French production and was originally titled "La Nuit du Lynx" (The Lynx's Night) before its international release as 'Sleepless'.

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