A new German-Ukrainian production, “I Rarely Wake Up Dreaming,” is offering a dramatic perspective on life in Ukraine following Russia’s 2022 invasion. The film distinguishes itself from the surge of nonfiction filmmaking by focusing on a neglected aspect of the conflict: personal relationships.
Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine has spurred numerous urgent nonfiction films documenting the realities of life under siege, but dramatic storytelling has been comparatively limited. “I Rarely Wake Up Dreaming” occupies this space with what Variety describes as “bold formal imagination and a commitment to illuminating lives neglected in wider views.”
The film’s specific focus is on a trans relationship, offering a fresh perspective within the context of the war. It highlights that while many films have documented the conflict, few have explored intimate personal stories like this one.
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