What Dreams May Come
What Dreams May Come
PG-13 | 02 October 1998 (USA)
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Chris Neilson dies to find himself in a heaven more amazing than he could have ever dreamed of. There is one thing missing: his wife. After he dies, his wife, Annie killed herself and went to hell. Chris decides to risk eternity in hades for the small chance that he will be able to bring her back to heaven.

Reviews
Karry Best movie of this year hands down!
Yash Wade Close shines in drama with strong language, adult themes.
Janis One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.
Aspen Orson There is definitely an excellent idea hidden in the background of the film. Unfortunately, it's difficult to find it.
djfrost-46786 Yes it's different, thank you Hollywood. A bit of World According To Garp in it, but that's ok. Still a different movie, not a repeat.
KathrynJHatam Poignant, beautiful, appropriately dark at times, with just a dash of funny - this movie will always rank amongt my all-time favorites. If you haven't seen it, do! I could say, "Come on, it's Robin Williams!", but there's so much more to this film. It handles metaphysical questions and some of the tragic elements of being human, and then wraps it up in a way that still has the viewer leaving satisfied, hopeful, and even happy without seeming overplayed or kitschy. Rent it. If you regret it, I will be incredibly surprised.
Smoreni Zmaj Amazing and original idea, beautiful cinematography, good acting, but, in my opinion, story is not developed enough. Just opening part, that prepares us for main plot, could be movie on its own. It may be to much to make series out of this, but there is certainly enough material for at least two movies. They should've developed opening part further until they end up with two parts movie, first part taking place in the world of living and second part about adventures of our main character after he dies. This way, lasting less than two hours, first part is too hasty and sketchy, putting us right into main plot unprepared, without enough background. Potential masterpiece restricted to good, but not great film.7,5/10
zkonedog A little while back, I watched Jim Carrey's effort to be taken seriously after a slew of comedies, "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind". This is a similar effort (this time from Robin Williams), but not nearly as intriguing.For a basic plot summary, this film centers on the other-worldly experiences of Chris Nielson (Williams), who dies suddenly in a car wreck. He discovers that the hereafter is whatever his mind makes it, and thus rather peacefully resides within a painting of his wife, Annie (Annabella Sciorra). The only thorn in Nielson's "ever-after", though, is the real-world depression (and eventual death) of his wife. Then, when Annie is sent to "the other place", Chris begins a quest to save her from her darkest demon: herself.What makes this movie interesting to watch is the fantastic imagery. The visual rendering of heaven and hell are quite stunning, and not something you'll see in any other film. It is filled with color, pizazz, and great imagination.Unfortunately, the plot doesn't nearly measure up to the visual effects. It ultimately takes much too long to reach its zenith, and in between the viewers are left with some uneven emotional moments. Some will make you care and draw you in, while others don't have that desired effect.Overall, this is a decent film, but on that doesn't hold a candle to its nearest cohort ("Eternal Sunshine..."). Watch it for the stunning visuals, but don't expect much more depth.