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70 out of 100

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7.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 70 Ratings

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  • Starring: Charlotte Gainsbourg, Gael García Bernal, Miou-Miou
  • Summary: The Science of Sleep is a playful romantic fantasy set inside the topsy-turvy brain of Stephane Miroux (Bernal) an eccentric young man whose dreams constantly invade his waking life. (Warner Independent Pictures)

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 33
  3. Negative: 1 out of 33
  1. The A.V. Club
    Reviewed by: Tasha Robinson
    91
    An indie version of Gondry's "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," albeit with none of the star power, a quarter of the budget, half the angst, and twice the charm.
  2. Miami Herald
    Reviewed by: Rene Rodriguez
    50
    Certainly pleasant, and occasionally endearing, but it's also strangely empty and unsatisfying, like hearing about someone else's wild dream: You can appreciate the details, but you don't really care how it turns out.
  3. Baltimore Sun
    Reviewed by: Michael Sragow
    25
    You have to identify pretty strongly with suffering artistes to find anything to root for in The Science of Sleep.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 41
  3. Negative: 5 out of 41
  1. MattC
    10
    Well, i do Strongly the believe the movie, alone, is a good and interesting movie. But to personally mention, I think the response depends on the situation you, the viewer, are in. For example, if you have feelings for someone and have interest in him/her, the movie probably will suck you into it's imaginative world. The film depicts the sadness but warmth feeling of 2 people's elevating yet confusing love for each other.It's a peaceful film. Full of imagination and creativity. It's its own little world. Although a good movie as it is, it may sadden you in specific parts. But that's what makes a good movie. Overall, To understand & enjoy the movie, you will have to be in subtle peace and relaxation and must just let the film convince you hat is happening is real.… Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  2. GregoryM.
    5
    The dream sequences are fantastic, and Gondry's direction imbues every scene with certain kiddy energy, but there is no focus to Science of Sleep. The central relationship between Bernal and Gainsbourg never develops or reaches any resolution. Science never offers any insights into relationships or love, or lack thereof. So much potential...… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. GillH.
    3
    I dozed off four times in the theater before I finally gave up, hiked my feet on the chair in front of me and slept through the remaining hour. The film gets 3 stars instead of zero because the music was pretty good except for the drumming which was amateurish at best.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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