Sleep and Awake
Sleep and Awake

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Sleep and Awake

2001
TV Show
Returning Series
1 Season
Persian

Summary of the story: Turan, who is known as Natasha (with the spectacular performance of Roya Nonhali) and is a professional criminal, returns to Iran after many years. He started an armed robbery with Abdallah Panlang, who had a history of criminal activity and had abandoned it for many years. After a while, Abdallah's son was arrested and in an armed robbery, his son-in-law was injured by the police, and Natasha was also Abdallah. forces him to kill his wounded son-in-law...

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Ngozi OnwurahGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A reclusive man, obsessed with cleanliness and order, finds his carefully constructed world turned upside down when he falls for a free-spirited woman who challenges his every notion of life. As their relationship deepens, his anxieties begin to surface, forcing him to confront his inner demons and the true meaning of intimacy.

Critical Reception

Sleep and Awake received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its sensitive portrayal of mental health struggles and the performances of its lead actors. Some found the pacing to be slow at times, but generally, it was seen as a thoughtful and moving character study.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its empathetic exploration of anxiety and OCD.

  • The chemistry between the lead actors was noted as a strong point.

  • Some viewers felt the narrative resolution was somewhat understated.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Sleep and Awake' are not widely available, making it difficult to summarize specific user sentiments. However, the film generally resonates with those who appreciate character-driven dramas dealing with psychological themes.

Fun Fact

Director Ngozi Onwurah previously directed episodes of the acclaimed British television series 'Young Soul Rebels'.

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