About Sleepwalking

This film was released in 2008 and is a compelling drama starring Charlize Theron, Nick Stahl, AnnaSophia Robb, and Woody Harrelson. This poignant movie tells a moving story about a man, his niece, and their journey of family relationships, abandonment, and self-discovery.

The movie's plot revolves around James "Joleen" Reedy's life with her 12-year-old daughter Tara, who have to move in with her younger brother James after a series of unfortunate events. After Joleen abandons Tara, James, who never had any responsibility, is suddenly left to care for his niece. They eventually embark on a journey together, leading to introspection and realization.

Making / Production

Sleepwalking was directed by Bill Maher (not the comedian) and produced by Charlize Theron and J.J. Harris among others. The script was written by Zac Stanford, and the film was a significant critical success

Actors

• Charlize Theron as Joleen Reedy: She impressively portrays a troubled mother who leaves her daughter behind to figure things out.
• AnnaSophia Robb as Tara Reedy: As the abandoned daughter, she brilliantly brings out the confusion and pain associated with her circumstance.
• Nick Stahl as James Reedy: Plays the role of an underachieving man suddenly thrust into a parental position.
• Woody Harrelson as Randall: As James's best friend, he delivers a comforting yet complex performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• 'Sleepwalking' was originally titled 'Ferris Wheel' during its early production stages.
• Most of the film was shot in the Canadian cities of Moose Jaw and Regina, in Saskatchewan.
• Actress Charlize Theron also served as one of the movie's producers.

Quotes

• "Sometimes, you have to leave home. Sometimes, running away means you're headed in the right exact direction." - Tara

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's original musical score is composed by Christopher Young.
• 'Sleepwalking' soundtrack primarily uses atmospheric and evocative music to support the film's emotional depth.