Awake

Audience emotional responses for 'Awake' are primarily driven by the profound sadness and melancholy stemming from the protagonist's tragic loss and the emotional weight of living in two realities. A strong sense of curiosity and confusion is evoked as viewers, alongside the detective, try to unravel the mysteries of his dual existence and the crimes he solves, as well as the ultimate truth of the accident. Empathy is high for Michael's arduous struggle to keep his loved ones 'alive' in his mind, while anticipation builds around the unfolding plot and the eventual confrontation with reality. Love and hope underpin his motivations, balanced by underlying anxiety about his mental state and the precariousness of his situation.