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About Time

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When Tim Lake (Domhnall Gleeson) is 21, his father (Bill Nighy) tells him a secret: The men in their family can travel through time. Although he can't change history, Tim resolves to improve his life by getting a girlfriend. He meets Mary (Rachel McAdams), falls in love and finally wins her heart via time-travel and a little cunning. However, as his unusual life progresses, Tim finds that his special ability can't shield him and those he loves from the problems of ordinary life.
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Beautifully filmed and unabashedly sincere, About Time finds director Richard Curtis at his most sentimental.

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Deborah Ross The Spectator 09/05/2018
Try as I might, and I did try, I just could not find it interesting or affecting, in any way. Go to Full Review
Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online 09/06/2017
C-
The film is an overly long attempt for its lead character to create the picturebook life of his dreams. Go to Full Review
Francesca Steele Independent (UK) 08/11/2017
[About Time] is less a rom com than a family drama and though it loses its way in the middle, it is when Curtis allows these familial ties to shine that the film comes into its own. Go to Full Review
Fico Cangiano CineXpress Podcast Mar 28
3.5/5
A sweet and charming tale of love, changes and regret, that will make you laugh, cry and most of all, think. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
JD Duran InSession Film 08/12/2024
Sure, some of it is stereotypical but the second half of the film was devastating. The script turns from romantic comedy to a father-son relationship that is charming, yet heartbreaking at the same time. Go to Full Review
Iván Kazi EscribiendoCine 04/06/2023
7/10
Despite its uneven presentation, the film's message is consistent and has to do with the human condition and the consistencies in relationships that either unite or distance people. Affection, loyalty, Trust. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
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Jackson M. @Nshvlleindie 1d A forgotten gem. Although the premise somewhat fantasy there is a delightful authenticity about every single character that feels relatable and special at the same time. See more Sherri Y. @Sherri-Yates Jan 15 The tenderness as well as the humor in this movie will surprise you. Our family watches it every year. See more Lorenzo G @garofalo_lor Jan 14 About Time benefits from a very clear, linear narrative that makes the story easy to follow and emotionally effective. Its greatest strength lies in the depth of its simple message and in how successfully it invites empathy, especially through the genuinely moving relationship between father and son. However, some narrative gaps remain: Mary’s parents are oddly absent, and their role in her life is never really defined. The psychological depth of Kit Kat’s storyline also feels underdeveloped and somewhat unresolved. Finally, family life between Mary and Tim appears almost frictionless, lacking the sense of real difficulty that might have added further weight to the story. See more Keith B B @Okbullard Jan 12 This was such a nice surprise and a very unique time travel movie. I'd never heard of this one before. The acting and storyline were both superb. It's definitely worth the watch. See more Hafiz H @lostpear Jan 3 I still don't think there's a better romantic comedy / dramedy than this film. Truly a unique premise and executed so well. Rachel McAdams is so lovely and the relationship with the father and son is so touching. So many great scenes and lines in this. See more Raihanah fuad M @Fufumarta Dec 13 Absolutely falling in love with the story… every small detail from beginning till end. My favorite was when tim and father back in time to childhood omg that’s hit me.. always cried over and over again even you rewatching many times See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis When Tim Lake (Domhnall Gleeson) is 21, his father (Bill Nighy) tells him a secret: The men in their family can travel through time. Although he can't change history, Tim resolves to improve his life by getting a girlfriend. He meets Mary (Rachel McAdams), falls in love and finally wins her heart via time-travel and a little cunning. However, as his unusual life progresses, Tim finds that his special ability can't shield him and those he loves from the problems of ordinary life.
Director
Richard Curtis
Producer
Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Nicky Kentish Barnes
Screenwriter
Richard Curtis
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Production Co
Working Title Films
Rating
R (Some Sexual Content|Language)
Genre
Romance, Comedy, Fantasy, Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 8, 2013, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 1, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$15.3M
Runtime
2h 4m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
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