Half-Sleep

About This Movie

So, 'Half-Sleep' is this intriguing short from 2018, crafted as part of a bachelor thesis in communication design at a German university. The animation style is rather unique—there's a kind of dreamlike quality that permeates the whole piece. It’s not just eye candy, though; the pacing feels ethereal, almost like drifting through various states of consciousness. The atmosphere is thick with this eerie calm, like a whispering memory. The practical effects are minimal but effective, enhancing that surreal vibe. While we don't know much about the director, it’s clear that they have a distinct vision. The themes of sleep and subconscious exploration are woven in a way that invites reflection, making it stand apart in the realm of student films.

Unique animation styleEerie, dreamlike atmosphereExplores themes of sleep and consciousness