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He painted screaming angels and talking cows, drag queens and cowboys, frenzied fundamentalists and scenes of sacred solitude. In Dreams Awake is the heartfelt story of William Joseph Petrie, a man loved by a myriad of friends and family who, in their candid interviews, weave the rich story of a prolific painter, tobacco farmer, political activist and passionate gay man living in the rural bluegrass of Kentucky. It's a vivid look at the man, his work and the impact his life and art continue to have. It's a peek at where a generation has been and how the collective memories of a group, held together by one common thread, create a lasting legacy and tribute to their friend, brother, uncle, lover.

In Dreams Awake is a 2007 documentary with a runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes.