When You Sleep

About This Movie

When You Sleep is this raw, gritty piece that really digs into the lives of two troubled teens. Set against the backdrop of a rundown apartment, it creates this suffocating atmosphere that feels almost claustrophobic. The pacing is slow yet deliberate, allowing you to really soak in their turbulent relationship. The arrival of rats—yeah, it sounds odd—serves as a metaphor for their unaddressed issues, ratcheting up the tension. Performances are hauntingly real, capturing the essence of young despair and the struggle for connection. It’s distinctive in how it uses practical effects to enhance the rawness of their environment, giving you that ‘you’re right there with them’ feeling. Just a different take on teen angst, you know?

Gritty atmosphere · Symbolic use of practical effects · Intimate performances