Strand Releasing has just unveiled the official trailer for Dreams, offering an incredible first glimpse at the concluding chapter of “The Oslo Trilogy.” The trailer beautifully establishes an emotional and thought-provoking atmosphere, inviting us into a world where a young woman’s writings serve as a profound exploration of love, identity, and sexuality. It creates a captivating sense of mystery while keeping the key plot twists under wraps.
Check out the Dreams Trailer below from YouTube (see more trailers).
What’s in the Dreams movie trailer?
The trailer for Dreams begins with a captivating voiceover from a young woman who shares her experience of falling “incredibly in love with Johanna” and the deeply personal journey of putting her emotions into words. She compares the experience to “throwing herself off a cliff,” capturing a moment of deep vulnerability where she senses her life could go either way. Her mother and grandmother stumble upon her candid and intimate writing. At first, they are taken aback, but soon they recognize its literary potential. The trailer tells a story that revolves around the clash between the protagonist’s personal, romantic dreams and the public attention her writing attracts. While her family discusses the possibility of publishing the work, the trailer explores themes of “queer awakening” and self-discovery. It brings up a thought-provoking question: “Am I queer simply because I fell in love with Johanna?” The visuals are just as captivating as the story itself, featuring a dreamlike quality that perfectly aligns with the movie’s title and its exploration of first love and the journey to understanding one’s true self.
This Norwegian film is a Drama and the second installment in director Dag Johan Haugerud’s “The Oslo Trilogy.” The cast of Dreams features Ella Øverbye as Johanne, with Ane Dahl Torp, Selome Emnetu, Anne Marit Jacobsen, and Andrine Sæther in key roles. The movie is scheduled for a theatrical release in the United States on September 12, 2025. The compelling story of first love and the raw honesty of the filmmaking are a testament to the film’s power, making the official Dreams release date a highly anticipated event. This film is an evocative and moving portrait of a young woman’s path to self-acceptance, and a powerful commentary on the different ways we experience and express love.