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Waking Life (2001)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
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.
Cast
Ethan Hawkeas Jesse
Julie Delpyas Celine
Wiley Wigginsas Main Character
Bill Wiseas Boat Car Guy
Alex E. Jonesas Man in Car with P.A.
Steven Soderberghas Interviewed on Television
Ken Websteras Bartender
Charles Gunningas Angry Man in Jail
Lorelei Linklateras Young Girl Playing Paper Game
Trevor Jack Brooksas Young Boy Playing Paper Game
Glover Gillas Accordion Player
Lara Hicksas Violin Player
Ames Asbellas Viola Player
Leigh Mahoneyas Viola Player
Facts
| Release date | October 19, 2001 |
| Runtime | 101 min (1h 41m) โ about the same as the 2001 average of 111 min |
| Genres | Fantasy, Drama, Animation |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $2,000,000 |
| Box office | $3,176,880 (1.6ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0243017 |
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Questions
How long is Waking Life?
Waking Life runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Is Waking Life worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 986 votes, which places it #20 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 87%) and #182 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Waking Life?
Waking Life was directed by Richard Linklater. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Before Sunrise (1995), Before Sunset (2004), Boyhood (2014).
Who stars in Waking Life?
Ethan Hawke as Jesse; Julie Delpy as Celine; Wiley Wiggins as Main Character; Bill Wise as Boat Car Guy; Alex E. Jones as Man in Car with P.A.; Steven Soderbergh as Interviewed on Television.
What is Waking Life rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Waking Life?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/95648.