Fri, 28 Mar
|Bellingen
Friday Night Movie - The Science of Sleep
Soon after the death of his father, a distraught young man (Gael García Bernal) begins a job as a graphic designer, but has little chance to create. His intense dreams begin to overtake his waking life and he becomes increasingly caught up in flights of fancy.
Time & Location
28 Mar 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bellingen, 87 Hyde St, Bellingen NSW 2454, Australia
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About the event
"The Science of Sleep" is a whimsical and visually inventive film directed by Michel Gondry that explores the blurred lines between dreams and reality. The story follows Stéphane Miroux, a shy and imaginative young man who moves back to his childhood home in France after the death of his father. Struggling to adapt to adult life, Stéphane finds solace in his vivid dreams, where he creates fantastical worlds and adventures.
His life takes a turn when he meets his neighbor, Stéphanie, an artistic and free-spirited woman. As their friendship develops, Stéphane's dream world begins to seep into his waking life, leading to a series of misunderstandings and romantic complications. His inability to distinguish between dreams and reality creates tension in their relationship, as he grapples with his feelings for Stéphanie and his fear of rejection.
Through a blend of surreal visuals and imaginative storytelling, "The Science of Sleep" delves into…