Awake

In a near future where people have lost the ability to sleep, a former soldier battles to save humanity from a terrifying epidemic. As the world descends into chaos, he must confront his own demons and a conspiracy that threatens to extinguish the last spark of hope. With time running out, he races against the clock to find a cure before everyone succumbs to the irreversible effects of eternal wakefulness.

Awake (2021) received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the ambitious premise and occasional thrilling moments, the overall consensus was that it failed to live up to its potential, often feeling like a lesser imitation of other popular sci-fi thrillers.

• Praised for its intriguing high-concept premise of a world without sleep.

• Criticized for its predictable plot and lack of originality.

• Noted for underdeveloped characters and inconsistent pacing.

Google audience: Audience reception for Awake (2021) is largely negative, with viewers frequently citing a lack of compelling character development and a story that feels overly familiar. Many found the film's execution disappointing despite the interesting central idea.

The film's premise of humans losing the ability to sleep was explored in the 1965 short story 'The Purity of Having Sleep' by Harlan Ellison, though the plots are distinct.