Dream a Little Dream 1989

Overview

Dream a Little Dream is a 1989 fantasy comedy directed by Marc Rocco that explores the intersection of teenage romance and metaphysical experimentation. The story follows Bobby Kellar, a high school student whose life is upended when a scientific accident causes an older man named Coleman to inhabit his body, leaving the two to communicate exclusively through dreams. The film is notable for its cast, which includes Jason Robards, Corey Feldman, and Piper Laurie.

The tone of the film shifts between standard high school social dynamics and the surreal nature of Coleman's dream-based existence. With a runtime of one hour and fifty-five minutes, the pacing balances the romantic pursuit of Lainie Diamond against the urgent, otherworldly mystery of Coleman's experiment. It serves as a distinct example of the era's tendency to blend coming-of-age tropes with speculative fiction.