Waking Up Dead 2022
"Danny is going through a breakup. With life."
Waking Up Dead (2022) dives into the chaotic rebound of Danny Maldonado, a once-brilliant Hollywood actor whose star has faded as quickly as his relationship.
Director: Terracino
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waking Up Dead (2022) about?
Waking Up Dead (2022) follows Danny Maldonado, a struggling actor whose career and personal life are in shambles. After losing his boyfriend and facing his mother's impending death, he sees an audition as his chance to turn things around—but the road to redemption is anything but smooth.
Who directed Waking Up Dead?
Terracino directed Waking Up Dead (2022), bringing a sharp, observational style to this darkly comedic journey through Hollywood's underbelly.
Who stars in Waking Up Dead?
The film features Gabriel Sousa in the lead role, alongside Judy Geeson, Traci Lords, Antonio Ardolino, and Ciara Hanna.
Is Waking Up Dead (2022) worth watching?
While Waking Up Dead (2022) isn't rated on IMDb, its blend of humor, music, and raw drama makes it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven comedies. The film's themes of resilience and self-sabotage resonate, even if the runtime is tight at 76 minutes.
How long is Waking Up Dead?
Waking Up Dead (2022) runs for 76 minutes.
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About Waking Up Dead (2022) — A Hollywood Actor's Desperate Redemption Story
Waking Up Dead (2022) dives into the chaotic rebound of Danny Maldonado, a once-brilliant Hollywood actor whose star has faded as quickly as his relationship. Directed by Terracino, this darkly comic documentary-musical hybrid follows Danny's desperate attempt to revive his career and win back his ex after his estranged drug-addicted mother takes a turn for the worse. With 76 minutes of raw, emotional urgency, the film blends laughter and heartbreak while exploring themes of redemption and self-destruction.
The story unfolds against the glittering backdrop of Tinseltown, where Danny's audition for a major new series becomes the ultimate test of his reinvention. Can he reinvent himself in time, or will his past—and present—consume him completely? Waking Up Dead (2022) captures the frenetic energy of Hollywood's highs and lows, wrapped in a soundtrack that pulses with the same desperation as its protagonist.