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What Dreams May Come 1998

“After life there is more. The end is just the beginning.”

★ 7.2/10 · 2,555 votes PG-13 DramaFantasyRomance Released
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What is What Dreams May Come?

"What Dreams May Come" is a film that explores the concept of the afterlife. The story follows Chris Nielsen, who dies and finds himself in a heaven that surpasses his expectations.

Type
Film
Year
1998
Status
Released
Runtime
113 minutes
Release date
Oct 2, 1998
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Interscope Communications, Metafilmics
Budget
$85,000,000
Revenue
$71,485,043
Genres
Drama, Fantasy, Romance
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Overview

"What Dreams May Come" is a film that explores the concept of the afterlife. The story follows Chris Nielsen, who dies and finds himself in a heaven that surpasses his expectations. However, his experience is marred by the absence of his wife, Annie, who is not present in this realm. According to the narrative, after Chris's death, his wife Annie takes her own life and ends up in a different location. This prompts Chris to take a risk and venture into a realm known as Hades, driven by the hope of potentially bringing Annie back to the heaven he is currently in.

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Should you watch it?

“A widower discovers a vivid heaven and battles the afterlife to rescue his lost love.”

Reasons to watch
  • Stunning visual artistry
  • Deep exploration of love beyond death
Keep in mind
  • Somber tone may not suit all viewers

Watch it if you appreciate visually striking stories about love and the afterlife.

The film deals with death, suicide, and an afterlife, making it suited for mature teen and adult audiences.

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Frequently asked questions

Who directed What Dreams May Come?

Vincent Ward directed the 1998 film.

What source material is the film based on?

It is adapted from Richard Matheson’s 1978 novel.

What is the film’s rating?

The movie is rated PG-13.

How long is the runtime?

The film runs approximately 1 hour 53 minutes.

Which genres describe the film?

It combines drama, fantasy, and romance.