Waking Life

(2001)Directed by Richard Linklater101 min · RAnimation, Drama, Fantasy
Dreams. What are they? An escape from reality or reality itself?

Waking Life is about a young man in a persistent lucid dream-like state. The film follows its protagonist as he initially observes and later participates in philosophical discussions that weave together issues like reality, free will, our relationships with others, and the meaning of life.

Ethan Hawkeas Jesse
Julie Delpyas Celine
Wiley Wigginsas Main Character
Bill Wiseas Boat Car Guy
Alex E. Jonesas Man in Car with P.A.
Steven Soderberghas Interviewed on Television
Ken Websteras Bartender
Charles Gunningas Angry Man in Jail
Lorelei Linklateras Young Girl Playing Paper Game
Trevor Jack Brooksas Young Boy Playing Paper Game
Glover Gillas Accordion Player
Lara Hicksas Violin Player
Ames Asbellas Viola Player
Leigh Mahoneyas Viola Player
Sara Nelsonas Cello Player
Jeanine Attawayas Piano Player
Erik Grostickas Bass Player
Robert C. Solomonas Philosophy Professor
Kim Krizanas Self
Eamonn Healyas Shape-Shifting Man
J.C. Shakespeareas Burning Man
David Sosaas Self
Otto Hofmannas Self
Aklilu Gebrewoldas Self