Reception and Legacy
Sleeping Beauty received mixed reviews upon its initial release, with some critics praising its bold and experimental approach while others found it too challenging and disturbing.
However, in the years since its release, the film has gained a cult following and is now considered a classic of independent cinema. It has been praised for its groundbreaking use of slow cinema, its unflinching portrayal of female sexuality, and its complex and challenging themes.
Critical Reception
Initially, Sleeping Beauty divided critics, with some finding it to be a groundbreaking and challenging work of art while others found it to be too slow and disturbing.
