"Vanilla Sky" is a 2001 science fiction psychological thriller directed by Cameron Crowe. The film stars Tom Cruise as David Aames, a wealthy man who experiences a life-altering event after a car accident. Following the accident, he struggles with his identity and reality, leading him to question his relationships and choices. The movie explores themes of love, loss, and the nature of dreams versus reality. It features a supporting cast that includes Penélope Cruz and Kurt Russell. The film is a remake of the Spanish film Abre los Ojos, which also delves into similar existential questions.