The Man Who Could Not Dream

Movie

The Man Who Could Not Dream

★ 7.0(1)201215m

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Good to know

Director: Kasimir Burgess, James Armstrong
Release date: 2012-02-08
Runtime: 15m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: Gozer Media

About The Man Who Could Not Dream

The Man Who Could Not Dream is a 2012 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Fantasy genres, directed by Kasimir Burgess and James Armstrong, starring Geoffrey Rush, Alan Brough and Walter Smithers. It has a runtime of 15 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Man Who Could Not Dream in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Samuel is 9 years old, he will be remembered as a thief, an arsonist and a murderer.

Cast

Geoffrey Rush

Narrator / Talking Bird

Alan Brough

Adult Samuel / Samuel's Family

Walter Smithers

Boy Samuel

Fred Whitlock

Samuel's Father

Tania Lacy

Samuel's Mother

Craig McLaughlin

Doctor

William Gluth

Principal

Hayley Moxon

Young Miss Calculo

Vivianne Benton

Older Miss Calculo

Peter Noble

Samuel's Boss

Peter Hardy

Costume Shop Owner

Scott Rogan

Bully

Themes & keywords

arsonistdreamerbulliedteacher crushtoilet papershort film

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Man Who Could Not Dream in Canada?+

The Man Who Could Not Dream is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Man Who Could Not Dream on Netflix?+

The Man Who Could Not Dream is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Man Who Could Not Dream?+

The Man Who Could Not Dream has a runtime of 15 minutes (15 minutes).

Who stars in The Man Who Could Not Dream?+

The Man Who Could Not Dream stars Geoffrey Rush, Alan Brough, Walter Smithers, Fred Whitlock and Tania Lacy.

When did The Man Who Could Not Dream come out?+

The Man Who Could Not Dream is a 2012 movie directed by Kasimir Burgess and James Armstrong.

What genre is The Man Who Could Not Dream?+

The Man Who Could Not Dream is Comedy, Drama and Fantasy film.

Who directed The Man Who Could Not Dream?+

The Man Who Could Not Dream was directed by Kasimir Burgess and James Armstrong.