Overview

Waking Life is about a young man in a persistent lucid dream-like state. The film follows its protagonist as he initially observes and later participates in philosophical discussions that weave together issues like reality, free will, our relationships with others, and the meaning of life.

Cast

Ethan Hawke

Jesse

Julie Delpy

Celine

Wiley Wiggins

Main Character

Bill Wise

Boat Car Guy

Alex E. Jones

Man in Car with P.A.

Steven Soderbergh

Interviewed on Television

Ken Webster

Bartender