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California Dreams

2017·Movie
1h 25min
IMDb6.3Rotten Tomatoes63%–

Where to watch

KanopyHooplaOVIDFawesomeTubi TV

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California Dreams fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and show business

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

The other side of the American dream.

Five unique individuals in pursuit of a big life change. Through auditions set up in small towns across Southern California, the film shows genuine characters with big Hollywood aspirations who, for various reasons, have never had the opportunity to pursue their dreams.
DocumentaryHuman InterestDreams & AspirationsHollywood HopefulsInspiring StoriesContemporary American LifeEmotional JourneysAudition ProcessCharacter StudyAuthentic Narratives

Crew

Directed by:
Mike Ott
Written by:
Mike Ott

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about California Dreams

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream California Dreams legally?

KanopyHooplaOVIDFawesomeTubi TV

California Dreams is included with a subscription to OVID in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is California Dreams worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 63%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is California Dreams?

1 h 25 min

California Dreams runs 1 h 25 min.

Is California Dreams based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on California Dreams?

Critics63
Audiences63

Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see California Dreams much the same way.

What language is California Dreams in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch California Dreams?

4CAGBMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for California Dreams in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.