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Sleepwalking
🎬 Movie

Sleepwalking

2008 · 101 min Drama
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

When her boyfriend is arrested for marijuana possession, Joleen Reedy and her 11-year-old daughter, Tara, take refuge with Joleen's aimless brother, James. Joleen soon runs off with a truck driver, and James is unable to meet his responsibilities. After Child Protective Services takes possession of Tara, James abducts her from a foster home, and the two travel from California to Utah, where his abusive father lives.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: William Maher

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Nick Stahl

Nick Stahl

James

AnnaSophia Robb

AnnaSophia Robb

Tara

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron

Joleen

Woody Harrelson

Woody Harrelson

Randall

Dennis Hopper

Dennis Hopper

Mr. Reedy

Deborra-Lee Furness

Deborra-Lee Furness

Danni

Callum Keith Rennie

Callum Keith Rennie

Will

Amy Matysio

Amy Matysio

Sharon

Simon Chin

Simon Chin

Randall's Friend

Mathew St. Patrick

Mathew St. Patrick

Detective #1

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