After Dreaming


After Dreaming is a 2025 surrealist drama road movie written, co-produced and directed by Christine Haroutounian in her directorial debut. It stars Davit Beybutyan and Veronika Poghosyan. It follows an Armenian soldier who guides a young woman through a war-torn path, forging an unexpected relationship while keeping a secret from her.

Synopsis

In post-war Armenia, a well digger is killed by villagers who mistake him for an enemy. They ask Atom, a gaunt soldier, to take Claudette for a road trip until the funeral is over. Along the way, the two forge a bond and discuss the state of the country.

Cast

  • Davit Beybutyan as Atom
  • Veronika Poghosyan as Claudette

Release

The film had its world premiere on February 14, 2025, at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in the Forum section, then screened on July 14, 2025, at the 22nd Yerevan International Film Festival, and on July 21, 2025, at the 42nd Jerusalem Film Festival.