You are not alone.

Rating: 10/10 (23 December 2001)

"How strange the human mind is; this center of activity wherein perceptions of reality are formed and stored, and in which one's view of the world hinges on the finely tuned functioning of the brain, this most delicate and intricate processor of all things sensory. And how much do we really know of it's inner-workings, of it's depth or capacity? What is it in the mind that allows us to discern between reality and a dream? Or can we? Perhaps our sense of reality is no more than an impression of what we actually see, like looking at a painting by Monet, in which the vanilla sky of his vision becomes our reality. It's a concept visited by filmmaker Cameron Crowe in his highly imaginative and consciousness-altering film, `Vanilla Sky,' starring Tom Cruise and Penelope Cruz." (Courtesy of "jhclues". Salem, Oregon.)

Above commentary excerpt were quoted from an IMDB user. As it somehow offered a better description of 'Vanilla Sky' than anything I could capably come up with, I decided to preface it to my very personal thoughts on a movie which has catapulted itself to be my all-time favourite film.
I was overwhelmed with an inexplicable epiphany as I followed the journey of David Aames. With each passing scene, it became alarmingly clear to me that someone out there had an uncanny empathy and intuitive understanding of a particular state of mind. A state of mind that might be momentarily experienced by us all at some points of our life. But that it cut right through me. For, with tears and fears, I have been experiencing what David Aames experienced, for the past twelve years.....
No. I am not a deranged schizonerd delighting in psycho babble(thank you very much). But I knew there and then that I am not alone in my 'struggles' and I do not need to be afraid anymore. That somehow, in the process of watching this life affirming film, 'David Aames' has reached out to all the 'Davids' of the world(and you will know who you are).
Through it, we are offered an alternative. That is, to take comfort in our experiences and to know that we are free to decide "whether our glass is half empty or half full?" And with that realisation, I achieved closure. I was vindicated. And I hope you too will find your way.
I do not expect most people to understand what I am trying to say so far, as this personal piece is written with an expressed intention not to reveal vital plot revelation within this mind bending yet spiritually relevant film.
But for those who have seen 'Vanilla Sky', if you are experiencing(in whatever doses) what David Aames experienced, do not fear this unknown realm of mindscapes for it is an opportunity for you to free your mind. Take control and despair not. For you are not alone.
If you are willing, open your eyes.....