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Wide Awake

Wide Awake

A filmmaker documents his bout with insomnia.

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DocumentaryHorror

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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.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

79 mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

11 February 2006

Country

United States of America

Cast

William C. Dement

William C. Dement

Self (as Dr. William C. Dement)

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