Sound Asleep (2026)
Movie · 2026 · Comedy · 6m · English
Curator score: 9.2/10 (39.3K ratings)
Tagline: When an insomniac reaches breaking point, he goes to war with every sound in his home - no matter the cost.
When an insomniac reaches breaking point, he goes to war with every sound in his home - no matter the cost. Deen Peels needs sleep, but the world just won't shut up. The ticks, clicks and drips are driving him insane, and the shagging through the walls is just too much. Over one relentless night, he's determined to take back control, even if it kills him. Silence isn't golden; it's war.
Ratings:
- Curator score: 9.2/10
- IMDb: 8.4/10
Director: Nadaav Soudry
Cast: Danny John-Jules, Susan Husband, Nadaav Soudry, Cavatina
Curator Review
Verdict: A sharp, high-concept domestic comedy built around sound design, insomnia, and escalating frustration. The premise is simple but potent, and the reviews suggest it lands as a tightly constructed short with strong audiovisual control.
Best for: Viewers who like concept-driven comedy shorts; Fans of sound-led filmmaking and expressive foley work; People drawn to claustrophobic, one-night escalation stories; Audiences who enjoy absurdity rooted in everyday irritation
Skip if: You want a broad, character-heavy ensemble comedy; You dislike anxious, abrasive humor; You prefer feature-length narratives with more plot sprawl; You are looking for gentle or low-conflict comedy
Overview: Sound Asleep turns a universal annoyance into a miniature siege film. The setup is instantly legible: an exhausted man, a house full of unbearable noises, and one increasingly unhinged night of retaliation. That clarity gives the film a strong comic engine, and the premise feels especially suited to a short runtime where escalation matters more than explanation.
Worth noting: What stands out most is the emphasis on sound as both joke and storytelling tool. The popular reactions point to a film that is concise but effective, with the audio design doing a lot of the heavy lifting. That kind of precision can make even a modest premise feel inventive, because every drip, tick, and muffled wall-thump becomes part of the punchline.
Bottom line: This is likely to play best for viewers who enjoy tightly controlled, slightly manic comedies that squeeze tension out of ordinary domestic life. If you like your humor a little cruel, a little frantic, and very aware of its own sonic texture, this should hit the mark.
Top Letterboxd reviews:
- Simon: Live action 'Peace At Last' adaptation
- krystatum: I love this short. Its concisely tells a compelling story with just sound effects.
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Topics: dark comedy, short film, sound design, claustrophobic, one-night story, absurdist, domestic chaos, anxiety, British comedy, high-concept
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Sound Asleep (2026)
Movie · 2026 · Comedy · 6m · English
Curator score: 9.2/10 (39.3K ratings)
When an insomniac reaches breaking point, he goes to war with every sound in his home - no matter the cost.
Overview When an insomniac reaches breaking point, he goes to war with every sound in his home - no matter the cost. Deen Peels needs sleep, but the world just won't shut up. The ticks, clicks and drips are driving him insane, and the shagging through the walls is just too much. Over one relentless night, he's determined to take back control, even if it kills him. Silence isn't golden; it's war.
Ratings
Curator score: 9.2/10
IMDb: 8.4/10
Cast Danny John-Jules, Susan Husband, Nadaav Soudry, Cavatina
Curator Review
Verdict
A sharp, high-concept domestic comedy built around sound design, insomnia, and escalating frustration. The premise is simple but potent, and the reviews suggest it lands as a tightly constructed short with strong audiovisual control.
Best for
Viewers who like concept-driven comedy shorts
Fans of sound-led filmmaking and expressive foley work
People drawn to claustrophobic, one-night escalation stories
Audiences who enjoy absurdity rooted in everyday irritation
Skip if
You want a broad, character-heavy ensemble comedy
You dislike anxious, abrasive humor
You prefer feature-length narratives with more plot sprawl
You are looking for gentle or low-conflict comedy
Overview
Sound Asleep turns a universal annoyance into a miniature siege film. The setup is instantly legible: an exhausted man, a house full of unbearable noises, and one increasingly unhinged night of retaliation. That clarity gives the film a strong comic engine, and the premise feels especially suited to a short runtime where escalation matters more than explanation.
Worth noting
What stands out most is the emphasis on sound as both joke and storytelling tool. The popular reactions point to a film that is concise but effective, with the audio design doing a lot of the heavy lifting. That kind of precision can make even a modest premise feel inventive, because every drip, tick, and muffled wall-thump becomes part of the punchline.
Bottom line
This is likely to play best for viewers who enjoy tightly controlled, slightly manic comedies that squeeze tension out of ordinary domestic life. If you like your humor a little cruel, a little frantic, and very aware of its own sonic texture, this should hit the mark.
Top Letterboxd reviews
Simon
Live action 'Peace At Last' adaptation
krystatum (5★)
I love this short. Its concisely tells a compelling story with just sound effects.
Recommended similar titles
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A darkly comic spiral built from irritation, stubbornness, and emotional escalation.
2008 · Comedy, Drama, Crime · 1h 48m · R · Curator 8.2/10 (1.1M ratings)
Bleakly funny, tension-driven, and powered by a volatile one-night atmosphere.
2015 · Comedy, Drama, Romance · 1h 59m · R · Curator 7.3/10 (1.4M ratings) · Where to watch: Max
An absurd premise treated with deadpan seriousness and mounting discomfort.
1985 · Comedy, Science Fiction · 2h 23m · R · Curator 8.9/10 (481.2K ratings)
A bureaucratic nightmare where sound, stress, and surreal escalation shape the comedy.
1999 · Comedy, Drama, Fantasy · 1h 53m · R · Curator 8.9/10 (855.5K ratings) · Where to watch: Peacock, Peacock Premium Plus
A high-concept comedy that turns a strange idea into precise, escalating chaos.
1996 · Crime, Drama, Thriller · 1h 38m · R · Curator 9.3/10 (2M ratings) · Where to watch: Max
A pressure-cooker of bad decisions, dark humor, and mounting domestic dread.
1985 · Comedy, Thriller, Drama · 1h 37m · R · Curator 9.1/10 (495.4K ratings)
A relentless overnight descent into absurdity and panic.
2017 · Comedy, Drama, History · 1h 47m · R · Curator 9.4/10 (127.3K ratings) · Where to watch: Hulu, AMC+, Philo, Sundance Now
Fast, sharp, and built on comic escalation under extreme pressure.
1988 · Comedy, Crime · 1h 49m · R · Curator 7.4/10 (296.9K ratings) · Where to watch: fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo
A tightly wound comedy of selfishness, irritation, and chaotic momentum.
1960 · Comedy, Drama, Romance · 2h 6m · Curator 9.7/10 (576.1K ratings) · Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, TCM, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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2002 · Drama, Thriller · 1h 36m · R · Curator 5.1/10 (288.1K ratings)
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2001 · Crime, Drama · 1h 56m · R · Curator 7.8/10 (211.2K ratings)
For viewers who like dry, controlled filmmaking and a mood of nocturnal unease.
Topics
dark comedy, short film, sound design, claustrophobic, one-night story, absurdist, domestic chaos, anxiety, British comedy, high-concept
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