D. Richard Linklater US 2001
Linklater (Dazed & Confused, Slacker, Tape) takes on life,
the universe and everything in this beautifully animated film. A young man
(Wiley Wiggins) finds himself wandering through a strange dream, floating
in and out of scenarios where he meets individuals who discuss science,
philosophy and the world of dreams. Is reality just a dream?
Our protagonist becomes afraid he'll never wake up. The scenes were
filmed using live actors before the images were computer-painted by
a team of artists. The result is a painterly extension of reality.
Featuring the voices and animated likenesses of Ethan Hawke, Julie
Delpy and Steven Soderbergh, as well as many local celebrities from Linklater's
stomping grounds in Austin, Texas. (99m)
