What Dreams May Come 1998
“After life there is more. The end is just the beginning.”
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.
Should you watch it?
“A widower discovers a vivid heaven and battles the afterlife to rescue his lost love.”
- Stunning visual artistry
- Deep exploration of love beyond death
- 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.