Sleepwalkers 2011
In *Sleepwalkers (2011)*, director Thierry de Peretti crafts a moody Corsican drama set against the backdrop of summer 2009.
Director: Thierry de Peretti
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sleepwalkers (2011) about?
*Sleepwalkers* (2011) unfolds in Corsica during the tense summer of 2009, where Pascal, a disheartened medic, drifts through gray hospital corridors and sunlit streets, grappling with personal emptiness. His story converges with Mustapha's, an undocumented hotel worker living in the fringes of society, as their quiet struggles intersect with the vibrant energy of a youth choir. Together, they become part of a subtle rebellion that challenges the island's stagnant rhythms.
Who directed Sleepwalkers?
Thierry de Peretti directed *Sleepwalkers*. Known for his immersive, socially conscious filmmaking, de Peretti crafts a visually striking portrait of Corsica's hidden tensions.
Who stars in Sleepwalkers?
The film stars Pascal Tagnati as the medic, Mustapha Makaoui as the migrant worker, alongside Mati Diop, Jean-Emmanuel Pagni, and Ugo Casabianca in key roles that ground its emotional core.
Is Sleepwalkers (2011) worth watching?
If you appreciate character-driven dramas with a palpable sense of place, *Sleepwalkers* offers a rewarding experience. While IMDb ratings are unavailable, the film's intimate scale, atmospheric storytelling, and themes of resilience and change make it a memorable watch for fans of French and Corsican cinema.
How long is Sleepwalkers?
Sleepwalkers runs for 57 minutes, making it a concise yet impactful cinematic experience.
About Sleepwalkers (2011) — A Corsican Drama of Isolation, Resistance, and Youthful Defiance
In *Sleepwalkers (2011)*, director Thierry de Peretti crafts a moody Corsican drama set against the backdrop of summer 2009. The film follows Pascal, a disillusioned young medic drifting through hospital corridors and city streets, his quiet despair mirroring the island's simmering tensions. Meanwhile, Mustapha, an undocumented migrant laborer, navigates a hidden existence in a hotel's shadows, caught between exploitation and resilience. Their stories intertwine with a youth choir whose defiant energy disrupts the status quo, sparking subtle yet powerful change. De Peretti weaves melancholy and rebellion into a raw, atmospheric exploration of isolation, hope, and collective awakening in a place where the old world is giving way to something new.
The film's quiet intensity stems from its focus on marginalized voices—those who move unseen but whose presence reshapes the landscape. With its stark realism and understated emotional depth, *Sleepwalkers* captures the essence of a generation caught between inertia and transformation, where even the smallest acts of defiance can alter the course of lives. A compelling snapshot of Corsica at a crossroads, it lingers like the lingering heat of an August evening.