In Your Dreams – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

In Your Dreams

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Author: Screenwise

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68%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

Siblings dive into their own dreamscapes to ask the Sandman for a better family—surreal, sweet-ish, but critics are split on execution.

6.5/10

82%

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In Your Dreams

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PG, 2025

68%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

Siblings dive into their own dreamscapes to ask the Sandman for a better family—surreal, sweet-ish, but critics are split on execution.

6.5

82%

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Screenwise Verdict

In Your Dreams has a promising premise—siblings on a surreal quest through their own dreams—but the mixed critical reception (82% RT vs 59 Metacritic vs 6.5 IMDb) suggests uneven execution. It's likely fine family viewing with positive sibling dynamics and imaginative visuals, but probably not memorable.

The 'perfect family' theme is a double-edged sword: great for conversations about acceptance and appreciating what you have, but also means the movie likely deals with family dysfunction, divorce, or parental conflict. Not a dealbreaker, but know it's coming.

With zero content rating info and limited reviews, you're taking a small gamble here. It's probably safe animated fare, but the 'wildly absurd' descriptor could mean overstimulating chaos or just creative fun—hard to say. If your kids liked Inside Out's emotional depth or The Mitchells vs. The Machines' family dynamics, this might land. If they need polished Pixar-level storytelling, they might be disappointed.

Age Fit

Best for elementary-aged kids (6-11) who can handle some family dysfunction themes and surreal visuals. The sibling protagonists and dreamscape adventure should appeal to this range, though teens will likely find it too young.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

A story about siblings working together to find their 'perfect family' centers on cooperation and family bonds. The dreamscape adventure framework suggests emotionally safe territory, though 'wildly absurd' could mean chaotic pacing. Without content details, assuming standard animated family fare with positive sibling dynamics.

Imaginative

Dreamscape exploration with a Sandman character and 'wildly absurd' landscapes promises strong visual creativity and surreal world-building. The premise of navigating your own dreams is inherently imaginative, inviting kids to think about the nature of dreams and desires. Adventure/comedy animation typically leans into creative problem-solving.

Safe

No content rating available, but the premise (kids asking Sandman for perfect family) suggests family-friendly territory. Animation/adventure/comedy genre combo typically avoids shocking content. The 'perfect family' quest could touch on family dysfunction or divorce themes, which might be emotionally complex but not unsafe. No red flags in available data.

Enriching

The 'perfect family' theme offers potential for meaningful conversations about family dynamics, acceptance, and what truly matters in relationships. However, with a 59 Metacritic and 6.5 IMDb (mixed-to-mediocre critical reception), this likely delivers standard animated fare rather than deep insight. Entertainment value present but enrichment potential unclear.

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Why It Might Be Great

Sibling teamwork and cooperation at the story's core—Stevie and Elliot work together rather than against each other
Dreamscape setting offers visually creative, surreal landscapes that could spark conversations about imagination and what dreams mean
The 'perfect family' quest opens doors to talk about family dynamics, acceptance, and appreciating what you have
82% on Rotten Tomatoes suggests critics found enough to like, even if it's not a masterpiece

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What to Watch For

The 'perfect family' premise likely means current family isn't perfect—could touch on divorce, parental conflict, or family dysfunction that might hit close to home
'Wildly absurd' dreamscapes could mean chaotic, overstimulating visuals or pacing that might be too much for sensitive or younger kids
59 Metacritic and 6.5 IMDb suggest this is middling quality—might be forgettable or drag in places, not must-see cinema
No content rating yet means you're flying blind on specific content concerns

Conversation Starters

"If you could ask the Sandman for anything about our family, what would it be?"
"What do you think makes a family 'perfect'? Do you think perfect families actually exist?"
"What was the coolest or weirdest dream you've ever had? What do you think it meant?"
"Stevie and Elliot are trying to change their family—what do you love about our family just the way it is?"

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