Don’t Wake Me Up was inspired by a personal experience years ago, when my father passed away. The script was developed with the idea of transforming this intimate moment into a universal story. The specific details of that experience, combined with the dream world as a space where the impossible becomes possible, and the emotional weight of an early farewell, give the film its authentic and heartfelt essence.
Homestead, FL, United States
I’ve always compared illness to an accident. While a relative’s illness is painful, it gives both the person and the family a chance to say goodbye. An accident, however, is harsher—someone you love can be gone in an instant, leaving no opportunity to express your feelings, thoughts, or emotions. Using dreams as an ethereal space for that farewell creates a profound impact on the audience, encouraging reflection on how we treat those we love.
Telling stories like this is important because they remind us of life’s fragility. Amid daily struggles, we often overlook what truly matters.
A story about missed opportunities when a father and a son struggle to connect until an unfortunate tragic event reconnects their differences.
Film Festival Selection
Carlos Vargas Matiz 