Sleepwalking
Synopsis
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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Sleepwalking - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-07
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 14, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 14, 2009
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$205K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Maher
- Screenplay & Story
- Zac Stanford
- Original Score
- Christopher Young
- Original Title
- Sleepwalking
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Worldwide Gross
- $205K
- Production Studios
- Denver & Delilah Productions, FilmEngine, Infinity Features, Icon Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Maher
Zac Stanford
Christopher Young
Juan Ruiz Anchía
Stuart Levy
Beth Kono, J.J. Harris, Charlize Theron, A.J. Dix, Charlie Mason
Department Leadership Roster
William Maher
Director
Zac Stanford
Writer
Beth Kono
Producer
J.J. Harris
Producer
Charlize Theron
Producer
Paki Smith
Production Design
A.J. Dix
Producer
Cathy McComb
Costume Design
Stuart Levy
Editor
Rob Merilees
Producer
Juan Ruiz Anchía
Director of Photography
Christopher Young
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sleepwalking
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sleepwalking about?
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.
Who directed Sleepwalking?
Sleepwalking was directed by William Maher.
Who stars in Sleepwalking?
The principal cast of Sleepwalking includes Nick Stahl, AnnaSophia Robb, Charlize Theron, Woody Harrelson, Dennis Hopper.
When was Sleepwalking released and how long is it?
Sleepwalking was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
How much did Sleepwalking make at the box office?
Sleepwalking grossed $205K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Sleepwalking?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sleepwalking was composed by Christopher Young.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sleepwalking?
Sleepwalking holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).