While You Were Sleeping

While You Were Sleeping is a romantic comedy with a twist. The film was directed by Jon Turteltaub and stars one of the ultimate romantic actresses Sandra Bullock as a lonely railroad clerk. Alongside Bullock is Bill Pullman as the brother of the man whose life she saves. The film, along with Speed, is credited with launching Bullock’s career.

The film was a box office hit and was very well received by audiences who loved Sandra Bullock’s charm. Her performance was brilliant and she really showed her vulnerable side as the lonely singleton girl. Bill Pullman is exceptionally good looking in the film and has genius comic timing; he is the perfect foil for Bullock's slightly clumsy role.

The supporting cast is also dazzling and bring loads of extra laughs. Stars include Peter Gallagher, Peter Boyle, Glynis Johns and Jack Warden.

Sandra Bullock plays a fare collector on the Chicago elevated railway and sees the man she wants to marry everyday when he buys a ticket from her and boards a train to work. One day when he is mugged and pushed on to the track and Bullock saves his life. Due to a case of mistaken identity, when she meets his family they immediately assume she is his girlfriend and she is taken into their hearts. Unfortunately, this includes the man’s brother who falls for Bullock and therein the comedy lies...

Cinema release 1995

Certificate PG

Available on DVD