Wide Awake
A filmmaker documents his bout with insomnia.
Genres
Overview
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.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
79 min
Release Date
2006-02-11
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
12
Vote Average
6
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