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With hopes of making it big in LA, small-town Gemma takes the overnight shift at Somnium, a mysterious sleep clinic where dreams are made real, but soon finds herself trapped in its web of dark secrets.
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Sergio Burstein Los Angeles Times Cain presents a story that, without being extraordinarily original, ends up seducing due to its sense of risk and the respect provoked by its obvious but successful flirtations with the universe of the legendary David Lynch. [Full review in Spanish] Sep 4, 2025 Full Review Phil Hoad Guardian Appealing though its crisp sci-fi premise makes it, Racheal Cain’s debut feature nonetheless feels as if it has been directly imprinted with far too many secondhand pop-cultural memories. Rated: 2/5 Sep 1, 2025 Full Review Rebecca Sayce Starburst Despite feeling stuck in a spiral, Somnium is a promising feature debut from Stephens, with strong characterisations and a bold approach to its central themes. Rated: 3/5 Oct 3, 2025 Full Review Q.V. Hough Vague Visages “‘Somnium’ is rather predictable, as first-time feature filmmakers like Cain tend to prioritize visual design over the nuts and bolts of their script.” Sep 18, 2025 Full Review Daniel M. Kimmel North Shore Movies There’s a number of interesting things going on in SOMNIUM, a first feature by writer/director Racheal Cain. It makes the film watchable, but it’s a near-miss. Rated: 2/5 Sep 16, 2025 Full Review Valerie Kalfrin AWFJ.org [T]hose wanting a different take on someone heading to Hollywood despite the odds will find lots of emotion here ... SOMNIUM isn’t a fright fest, nor is it the likes of MULHOLLAND DRIVE, but like a dream, parts of it linger. Sep 15, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Rachel D I don't even know for sure what's going on at this point. Whatever it is, it's not good. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 10/02/25 Full Review Ateesh J It's not horror, It's not thriller but you can call it sci-fi if you're feeling generous..... NOTHING. F**KING. HAPPENS! Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 09/28/25 Full Review Jennifer C. Absolutely loved it! Already bought my copy on Amazon. Visually stunning with crisp sound effects and a soundtrack that fits every scene perfectly. The cast was incredible, and the passion and dedication it took to bring this film to theaters is inspiring. A true work of art that deserves to be celebrated! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/24/25 Full Review Alex I A haunting, imaginative film. Somnium delivers on atmosphere and tension. Some supporting arcs could’ve been tighter, but as a first feature it’s a bold statement with heart. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/24/25 Full Review Rochelle E This is such a well made film. Refreshing for someone like me, who wants movies to artfully use the unique qualities of cinema (which MANY films do not): visuals, color, sound, music, performance. Somnium does this in spades. It is moody, deep, beautiful and allows the story and its meaning to unravel below the conscious. Which completely fits what this story is. The actors are absolutely phenomenal across the board, especially the lead, who showed her vast range. Kudos to these indie filmmakers. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/24/25 Full Review Mort E This movie captured me. I wondered later if I was living a type of sleeping reality. Thought provoking to the end. After the end of the movie, I carried deep felt feelings into and through the night. I loved the use of light and dark throughout the movie to help tease meaning and emotion. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/24/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis With hopes of making it big in LA, small-town Gemma takes the overnight shift at Somnium, a mysterious sleep clinic where dreams are made real, but soon finds herself trapped in its web of dark secrets.
Director
Racheal Cain
Producer
Racheal Cain, Chris Raby, Andrea Saavedra, Patricia Chica
Screenwriter
Racheal Cain
Distributor
Yellow Veil Pictures
Production Co
Blue Dot Media, Allred Films
Genre
Drama, Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 28, 2025, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 9, 2025
Runtime
1h 32m
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