Suburban Kids Embark on Magical Dream Quest to Save Parents' Marriage

In the upcoming Netflix animated feature "In Your Dreams," suburban children Stevie and Elliot discover a magical book that transports them into a fantastical dream world. The film, which is the directorial debut of Alex Woo, blends imaginative visuals with a relatable family drama at its core.

Woo, who previously worked at Pixar and Lucasfilm, left the studio in 2016 to co-found his own company Kuku Studios. Drawing from his own childhood experiences of his parents' brief separation, Woo crafted a story about the siblings' quest to find the legendary Sandman and secure a wish that could save their parents' marriage. As the children explore the vibrant dream realm, filled with talking breakfast foods and a giant sand castle, they are driven by the very real emotional stakes of their family's struggles.

"In Your Dreams" is set to premiere on Netflix in the coming weeks, offering audiences a visually stunning yet grounded tale of the power of dreams to shape reality. Woo's transition from Pixar to independent filmmaking has allowed him to bring his personal vision to life, blending fantastical elements with relatable family dynamics in a way that is sure to captivate young and old alike.