Dream a Little Dream (film)
Dream a Little Dream is a 1989 American teen comedy film directed by Marc Rocco. The film stars Corey Feldman and Corey Haim, marking their third collaboration after Lucas and The Lost Boys.
Synopsis
The film centers around Bobby Keller (Corey Feldman), a teenager who accidentally switches bodies with an elderly man, Coleman Ettinger (Jason Robards), through a bizarre out-of-body experience. Coleman, along with his wife Gena (Piper Laurie), are spiritualists attempting to maintain their youthfulness. When Bobby kisses Coleman's wife, a strange energy transfer occurs, causing Bobby and Coleman to swap bodies. Now trapped in each other’s lives, they must find a way to reverse the process, with Bobby trying to reclaim his youth and romance with his crush, Lainie Diamond (Meredith Salenger), while Coleman struggles with the limitations of a teenage body.
Cast
- Corey Feldman as Bobby Keller
- Corey Haim as Dinger
- Jason Robards as Coleman Ettinger
- Piper Laurie as Gena Ettinger
- Meredith Salenger as Lainie Diamond
- Harry Dean Stanton as Ike
- William McNamara as Joel
Reception
Dream a Little Dream received generally negative reviews upon its release. Critics cited the film's convoluted plot and uneven humor as weaknesses. However, it has garnered a cult following over the years, particularly among fans of Corey Feldman and Corey Haim.
Soundtrack
The film's soundtrack features songs by various artists, including Michael Damian, who performs the title track "Rock On," and The McAuley Schenker Group. The soundtrack contributed to the film's enduring popularity, especially among fans of 1980s pop and rock music.
Sequels
The film spawned two direct-to-video sequels: Dream a Little Dream 2 (1995) starring Corey Feldman and Corey Haim reprising their roles, and Dream a Little Dream 3 (1995) featuring a completely different cast and storyline. The sequels were not as successful as the original.