While "DREAM FOR AN INSOMNIAC" is certain to turn off viewers annoyed with romantic comedies, it's far better than "SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE," and other bigger budget attempts at the same ground.  Director Tiffanie DeBartolo has put together some fine performances, insightful dialogue, an "indie" feel, and a unique look, helping "DREAM FOR AN INSOMNIAC" to transcend its own genre. 

Ione Skye, as Frankie, is the main character and star, but it's truly Jennifer Aniston who steals the show here.  Skye plays a young woman looking for love, and thinks she's finally found it when Mackenzie Astin strolls into the cafe where she works.  Frankie and her best friend Allison(Jennifer Aniston) have been readying to move to Los Angeles in the unusual idea of becoming actresses! Will Frankie pursue her dreams of fame? Will Mackenzie, as "David", realize "she's" the one?  These are the questions making up most of the film's plot, and while they're handled in heavy-handed ways at times, there's a surprising amount of freshness to many scenes. 

COLUMBIA TRISTAR has preserved the film's 1.85:1 aspect ratio, with 16:9 enhancement.  DeBartolo uses black&white imagery in a creative manner for part of the film, and it isn't up to par with the typically excellent looking b&w transfers from COLUMBIA. However, when the color part of the film starts, it looks great.  Colors tend to be solid, and there's great depth in virtually every scene. Contrast is fine, with decent black and gray depth. Fleshtones appear natural.  There is no artifacting. 

COLUMBIA TRISTAR has presented a Dolby Surround mix. There are a few separation effects delegated to the front stage, but surrounds are virtually non-existent.  The film's melodic score is well complimented through all speakers. Dialogue is always intelligible and free from distortion.

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