The movie Dream a Little Dream was released in 1989 and stars Corey Feldman as Bobby Kellar, Jason Robards as Coleman Ettinger, and Meredith Salenger as Lainie Diamond. The film is directed by Marc Rocco and is a coming-of-age story with elements of fantasy and sci-fi.
Bobby Kellar is a high school student who is in love with Lainie Diamond, the girlfriend of the school bully Joel. Bobby is shy and socially awkward, and Lainie barely notices him. Meanwhile, Coleman Ettinger is a retired science teacher who is working on a secret experiment that he has been developing for years.
The experiment involves a device that can transport a person's consciousness into the dreams of another person. Coleman believes that this technology could allow people to experience their dreams as reality, and he is determined to make it work.
One night, while testing the device, an accident occurs, and Coleman's consciousness is transferred into Bobby's body. Coleman can only communicate with Bobby through his dreams, and he uses this opportunity to help Bobby win over Lainie's heart.
As they navigate through their shared dream world, Coleman and Bobby encounter various challenges, including Joel's attempts to sabotage their relationship, and they learn important lessons about self-confidence and pursuing their dreams.
Overall, Dream a Little Dream is a charming and imaginative film that explores the power of dreams and the potential of science to create a better world.