Oct. 06, 2000|USA|102 Min.|R
Genre: Crime;Drama;Thriller
Description: “Requiem for a Dream” is a compelling film exploring the lives of four individuals whose dreams spiral into addiction and despair. Sara Goldfarb, a lonely widow in Brighton Beach, spends her days glued to the television. Her son Harry, a heroin addict, shares his struggles with his friend Tyrone and girlfriend Marion. Together, they traffic heroin in pursuit of their aspirations: Harry and Marion dream of opening a clothing store, while Tyrone seeks to escape his impoverished upbringing and gain his mother’s approval.
Sara’s life takes a dramatic turn when she receives an invitation to appear on her favorite game show. Determined to fit into a red dress she once wore, she begins a strict crash diet. At her friend Rae’s suggestion, Sara consults a doctor who prescribes amphetamines to suppress her appetite. She quickly loses weight and feels a surge of energy, but her escalating use leads to severe psychological consequences.
Meanwhile, Harry and Tyrone face increasing challenges in their drug-dealing endeavors. After Tyrone is unjustly arrested, Harry uses most of their earnings to post bail. A shortage of heroin in the area heightens their desperation, pushing Marion to compromise her values and strain her relationship with Harry.
As Sara’s drug use intensifies, she begins to experience hallucinations, losing touch with reality. Her dreams of appearing on television and regaining a sense of purpose devolve into a harrowing mental breakdown.
“Requiem for a Dream” is a poignant exploration of ambition, addiction, and the human cost of chasing dreams. It vividly portrays the destructive power of substance abuse and the fragility of hope in the face of despair.
Cast director: Darren Aronofsky
Cast actor: Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, Marlon Wayans, Christopher McDonald, Keith David, Louise Lasser, Marcia Jean Kurtz, Janet Sarno, Suzanne Shepherd
Original name: Requiem for a Dream