Sleep with Your Eyes Open
Dormir de olhos abertos
Synopsis
A coastal city in Brazil. Kai arrives from Taiwan for holidays with a broken heart. A broken air conditioner sends her into Fu Ang’s umbrella store. He could become a friend, but the rainy season doesn't arrive and his shop disappears. While looking for Fu Ang, Kai discovers the story of Xiaoxin and a group of Chinese workers in a posh skyscraper. Kai finds herself strangely mirrored in Xiaoxin’s tale.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-02-11
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Chen Xiao Xin
Xiao Xin
Wang Shin-hong
Fu Ang
Liao Kai Ro
Kai
Nahuel Pérez Biscayart
Leo
Lu Yang Zong
Yang Zong
Fa Chian
Chinese Lady
Gildete Santiago da Silva
Cleaning Lady
Paulo César Freire
Sailor
Eduardo Alves
Fire Marshall
Daniel Barros
MotoTaxi
Rafael Belchior
Baby
Mario Sergio Cabral
Sailor
Maria Laura Catão
Elevator Neighbour
Breno Chen
Worker 6
Erico Chen
Worker 5
Gustavo Chen
Lu Xin
Isac Chen
Worker 2
Victor Chen
Ding Sun
Release History & Theatrical Window
Viennale - Vienna International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nele Wohlatz
- Screenplay & Story
- Nele Wohlatz, Pío Longo
- Original Score
- Gustavo Montenegro
- Original Title
- Dormir de olhos abertos
- Country of Origin
- Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Taiwan
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, English, Portuguese, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Ruda Cine, Blinker Filmproduktion, Yi Tiao Long Hu Bao, CinemaScópio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nele Wohlatz
Nele Wohlatz, Pío Longo
Gustavo Montenegro
Roman Kasseroller
Ana Godoy, Tsai Yann-shan
Emilie Lesclaux, Justine O., Violeta Bava, Rosa Martínez Rivero, Meike Martens
Department Leadership Roster
Nele Wohlatz
Director
Nele Wohlatz
Writer
Pío Longo
Writer
Emilie Lesclaux
Producer
Justine O.
Producer
Violeta Bava
Producer
Rosa Martínez Rivero
Producer
Ana Godoy
Editor
Tsai Yann-shan
Editor
Roman Kasseroller
Director of Photography
Kleber Mendonça Filho
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Sexuality
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep with Your Eyes Open
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What is Sleep with Your Eyes Open about?
A coastal city in Brazil. Kai arrives from Taiwan for holidays with a broken heart. A broken air conditioner sends her into Fu Ang’s umbrella store. He could become a friend, but the rainy season doesn't arrive and his shop disappears. While looking for Fu Ang, Kai discovers the story of Xiaoxin and a group of Chinese workers in a posh skyscraper. Kai finds herself strangely mirrored in Xiaoxin’s tale.
Who directed Sleep with Your Eyes Open?
Sleep with Your Eyes Open was directed by Nele Wohlatz.
Who stars in Sleep with Your Eyes Open?
The principal cast of Sleep with Your Eyes Open includes Chen Xiao Xin, Wang Shin-hong, Liao Kai Ro, Nahuel Pérez Biscayart, Lu Yang Zong.
When was Sleep with Your Eyes Open released and how long is it?
Sleep with Your Eyes Open was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Sleep with Your Eyes Open?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sleep with Your Eyes Open was composed by Gustavo Montenegro.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sleep with Your Eyes Open?
Sleep with Your Eyes Open holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).