Wide Awake (2006)
A filmmaker documents his bout with insomnia.
Filmmaker Alan Berliner chronicles his lifelong battle with insomnia in this intimate documentary. The cameras roll as he tries to quiet his overly active mind so he can get a decent night's sleep, capturing the details of what it's like to suffer from a chronic sleep disorder. As he struggles to find balance, his friends and family -- who endure the worst of Berliner's bouts with insomnia -- question whether he really wants to find a cure.
Director: Alan Berliner
Genre: Documentary, Horror
Runtime: 79 min
Release Date: February 11, 2006
Cast
- William C. Dement - Self (as Dr. William C. Dement)
Screenplay
Cinematography: Ian Vollmer
Editing: Alan Berliner
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
insomnia, autobiographical
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Wide Awake about?
- Filmmaker Alan Berliner chronicles his lifelong battle with insomnia in this intimate documentary. The cameras roll as he tries to quiet his overly active mind so he can get a decent night's sleep, capturing the details of what it's like to suffer from a chronic sleep disorder. As he struggles to find balance, his friends and family -- who endure the worst of Berliner's bouts with insomnia -- question whether he really wants to find a cure.
- Who directed Wide Awake?
- Wide Awake was directed by Alan Berliner.
- Who stars in Wide Awake?
- Wide Awake stars William C. Dement.
- How long is Wide Awake?
- Wide Awake has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
- What genre is Wide Awake?
- Wide Awake is a Documentary, Horror film.
- Where was Wide Awake produced?
- Wide Awake was produced in United States of America.