Sweet Dreams (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1981, Sweet Dreams is a comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Nanni Moretti, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Michele criticizes the film industry and its inhabitants, and is particularly embattled with a Neapolitan director making a musical about the 1968 student demonstrations. At the same time, Michele has a creative block and struggles to finish his film titled "Freud’s Mother." Nanni Moretti’s self-inquiry into filmmaking, political ennui, and men’s relations with their mothers.
Who’s in it. Sweet Dreams stars Nanni Moretti as Michele Apicella, Nicola Di Pinto as Nicola, Laura Morante as Silvia and Alessandro Haber as Gaetano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Sweet Dreams has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sweet Dreams page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sweet Dreams tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sweet Dreams (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sweet Dreams change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sweet Dreams worth watching?
- Sweet Dreams holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sweet Dreams?
- Sweet Dreams stars Nanni Moretti, Nicola Di Pinto, Laura Morante, Alessandro Haber and Remo Remotti.
- When was Sweet Dreams released?
- Sweet Dreams was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.