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About Time is a British romantic comedy science fiction film revolving around time travel where a young man tries to change his past to have a better future. Written and directed by Richard Curtis, and starring Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams and Bill Nighy.
Critic Consensus
Critical reception for About Time is moderately positive, with most scores clustering in the 60-70 range. Critics appreciated the film's engaging cast, its original blend of romantic comedy with a sci-fi twist, and the emotional core of the father-son relationship. The most consistent criticism is the film's excessive runtime, with at least one reviewer noting the plot repeats itself and could have made its point in 90 minutes rather than over two hours.
5 rated reviews · 4 positive · 1 mixed
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“It's a nice, original rom-com with a sci-fi twist. How often do you come across something like that?”Read full review ↗
“About Time is not the perfect romantic film but if you have the appetite for Curtis kind-of romantic films, you will enjoy this one.”Read full review ↗
“Ultimately, the message is simple and visceral enough to have crossover appeal. Give it a shot if romantic comedies float your boat.”Read full review ↗
“A genuinely engaging cast contributes to the enjoyment level of the rambling story about an aspiring young lawyer (Gleeson) who is blessed with a gift which enables him to find the girl of his dreams. ... Recommended for the young at heart.”Read full review ↗
“Sadly, the running time is more than 2 hours and the plot goes in a loop when it could have so easily made the same point in 90 minutes.”Read full review ↗
“The real love story at the heart of About Time is the one between Tim and his dad. Go watch it. Chances are, you'll come out of the cinemas with hope in your heart and a smile on your face.”Read full review ↗
Cast & Crew
Cast
- Domhnall Gleeson
- Rachel McAdams · Mary
- Bill Nighy · Tim's father
- Tom Hollander · Harry
- Margot Robbie · Charlotte
- Lydia Wilson · Tim's sister
- Lindsay Duncan · Tim's mother
- Richard Cordery · Uncle Desmond
- Joshua McGuire · Rory
- Will Merrick · Jay
- Vanessa Kirby · Joanna
- Lisa Eichhorn · Mary's Mum
- Jon West · Court Clerk
- Jon Boden · Buskers
- Richard Griffiths · Sir Tom (final film released after his death)
- Richard E. Grant · Actor
- Matthew C. Martino · Commuter
- Thomas Hughes · Jimmy
- Rowena Diamond · Party Guest
- Matt Butcher · Courtroom Observer
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Details
- Release Date
- 11 October 2013
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Language
- English
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