---
title: "Requiem for a Dream"
year: 2000
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/requiem-for-a-dream-2000"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 641
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 8.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Requiem for a Dream (2000) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/requiem-for-a-dream-2000

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Requiem for a Dream is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Artisan Entertainment, Thousand Words, Protozoa Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Four Coney Island residents watch their drug-induced utopias shatter as addictions run deep."

### Why Watch
- compelling drama
- explores deep addictions

### Caveats & Content Note
- heavy subject matter
- shattered utopias
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with intense themes regarding drug-induced utopias and deep addictions.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/requiem-for-a-dream-2000#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Darren Aronofsky
- **Networks / Studios**: Artisan Entertainment, Thousand Words, Protozoa Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ellen Burstyn** as *Sara Goldfarb*
- **Jared Leto** as *Harry Goldfarb*
- **Jennifer Connelly** as *Marion Silver*
- **Marlon Wayans** as *Tyrone C. Love*
- **Christopher McDonald** as *Tappy Tibbons*
- **Louise Lasser** as *Ada*
- **Marcia Jean Kurtz** as *Rae*
- **Janet Sarno** as *Mrs. Pearlman*
- **Suzanne Shepherd** as *Mrs. Scarlini*
- **Joanne Gordon** as *Mrs. Ovadia*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of Requiem for a Dream?
The film was released in the year 2000.

### Q: What genres does the movie belong to?
It is classified under crime and drama.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 42 minutes.

### Q: Where are the main characters located?
The characters are Coney Island residents.

### Q: What is the central premise of the movie?
The drug-induced utopias of four residents are shattered when their addictions run deep.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Requiem for a Dream — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/641)
- [Requiem za sen [Requiem for a Dream] (2000): Obsazení, herci…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/238698-requiem-za-sen/tvurci)
- [Requiem for a Dream streaming: where to watch online?](https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/requiem-for-a-dream)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*