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Don't Wake the Sleeping Child
2025·Movie
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Big heart, immersive world, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Pathos8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Absurdist Humor4
- Cringe Humor2
World
Growing up, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout characters, direction, and performances
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Don't Wake the Sleeping Child is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
HighMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighGrowing up, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around growing up, family, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
HighStandout characters, direction, and performances
The characters, direction, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Fifteen-year-old Diamant from Dakar dreams of making films, but her family has other plans for her. To Diamant, however, these are out of the question. She falls into a deep sleep from which no one can wake her.
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Is Don't Wake the Sleeping Child worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Don't Wake the Sleeping Child?
0 h 30 min
Don't Wake the Sleeping Child runs 0 h 30 min.
What language is Don't Wake the Sleeping Child in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Senegal, France, Morocco.