Sweet Dreams
Sweet Dreams

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Sweet Dreams

2018
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Mandarin

A caring but apprehensive woman is transported into her crush's dreams. She feels she can finally express her love, but some dreams end in a rude awakening.

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic37/100
Google Users60%
Director: Lasse HallströmGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

In this drama, a young woman named Alice navigates the complexities of life after being diagnosed with a terminal illness. Faced with her own mortality, she must confront her past relationships and decide how she wants to spend her remaining time. Along the way, she finds unexpected support and learns profound lessons about love, loss, and living life to the fullest.

Critical Reception

Sweet Dreams received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found the film to be overly sentimental and predictable. While some praised the performances, particularly from its young cast, many felt the story lacked originality and emotional depth. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its heartfelt message and others finding it melodramatic.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on predictable tear-jerking moments.

  • Performances are adequate but can't salvage a weak script.

  • Lacks the emotional resonance it clearly strives for.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split opinion, with some viewers finding the movie touching and emotionally resonant, appreciating its message about cherishing life. However, a significant portion found it to be overly sappy, emotionally manipulative, and lacking in originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, California.

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