Requiem for a Dream (2000)
Requiem for a Dream (2000) is a psychological drama directed by Darren Aronofsky, exploring the devastating effects of addiction. The film follows four characters whose dreams of a better life unravel as they succumb to drug dependence. Sara Goldfarb (Ellen Burstyn) dreams of becoming a TV star, while her son Harry (Jared Leto) and his friends struggle with heroin addiction. The film’s stark portrayal of addiction’s downward spiral is both harrowing and unforgettable. With its intense visual style and haunting score, Requiem for a Dream remains a poignant meditation on the pursuit of unattainable dreams.
