Wide Awake
“A filmmaker documents his bout with insomnia.”
Synopsis
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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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Berliner
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Berliner
- Original Title
- Wide Awake
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Berliner
Alan Berliner
Ian Vollmer
Alan Berliner
Sheila Nevins
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Berliner
Director
Alan Berliner
Writer
Alan Berliner
Editor
Ian Vollmer
Director of Photography
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 Wide Awake
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What is Wide Awake about?
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.
Who directed Wide Awake?
Wide Awake was directed by Alan Berliner.
Who stars in Wide Awake?
The principal cast of Wide Awake includes William C. Dement.
When was Wide Awake released and how long is it?
Wide Awake was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wide Awake?
Wide Awake holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).