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Waking Life

Waking Life

Dreams. What are they? An escape from reality or reality itself?

Waking Life is about a young man in a persistent lucid dream-like state. The film follows its protagonist as he initially observes and later participates in philosophical discussions that weave together issues like reality, free will, our relationships with others, and the meaning of life.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Waking Life
  • Genres: Animation, Drama, Fantasy
  • Release Date: 2001-10-19
  • Runtime: 101 minutes
  • Rating: 7.465/10 (889 votes)
  • Budget: $2,000,000
  • Revenue: $3,176,880
  • Production Companies: IFC Productions, Thousand Words, Detour Filmproduction
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.861
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ethan Hawke

Ethan Hawke

as Jesse

Julie Delpy

Julie Delpy

as Celine

Wiley Wiggins

Wiley Wiggins

as Main Character

Bill Wise

Bill Wise

as Boat Car Guy

Alex E. Jones

Alex E. Jones

as Man in Car with P.A.

Steven Soderbergh

Steven Soderbergh

as Interviewed on Television

Ken Webster

Ken Webster

as Bartender

Charles Gunning

Charles Gunning

as Angry Man in Jail

Lorelei Linklater

Lorelei Linklater

as Young Girl Playing Paper Game

Trevor Jack Brooks

Trevor Jack Brooks

as Young Boy Playing Paper Game

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Waking Life (2001) Original Trailer [FHD]

'Waking Life' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times

External Links

Keywords

dreamsphilosophyparallel worldexistenceadult animation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waking Life?

Waking Life is a Animation, Drama, Fantasy movie directed by . It was released on 2001-10-19.

Who are the main actors in Waking Life?

The main cast includes Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy, Wiley Wiggins, Bill Wise, Alex E. Jones, .

Where can I watch Waking Life online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Waking Life is available.

Is Waking Life based on a true story?

Dreams. What are they? An escape from reality or reality itself?

What is the IMDb rating of Waking Life?

Waking Life has an IMDb rating of 7.465/10 based on 889 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Waking Life?

The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $3,176,880 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Waking Life?

The soundtrack was composed by IFC Productions, Thousand Words, Detour Filmproduction. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Waking Life filmed?

Waking Life was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Waking Life?

The total runtime of Waking Life is 101 minutes.

Is Waking Life suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Waking Life?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Waking Life.

Does Waking Life have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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