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IBNLive
Film review ·
6.0
It's a nice, original rom-com with a sci-fi twist. How often do you come across something like that?
About Time
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 5 scored reviews · 1 not ratedWarm cast and a clever premise, but the story outstays its welcome.
Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.
- Praised: engaging cast and emotional core
- Criticised: excessive runtime and repetitive plot
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What 6 critics are saying
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.
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Positive = 6.5/10 and up · negative = below 5/10
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Critic reviews (6)
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India Today
Film review ·
7.0About Time is not the perfect romantic film but if you have the appetite for Curtis kind-of romantic films, you will enjoy this one.
Hindustan Times
Film review ·
6.0A 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.
Times Of India
Film review ·
6.0Ultimately, the message is simple and visceral enough to have crossover appeal. Give it a shot if romantic comedies float your boat.
The Navhind Times
Film review ·
5.0Sadly, 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.
Firstpost
Film 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.
Credits
Cast & crew
Cast
Domhnall Gleeson
Rachel McAdamsMary
Bill NighyTim's father
Tom HollanderHarry
Margot RobbieCharlotte
Lydia WilsonTim's sister
Lindsay DuncanTim's mother
Richard CorderyUncle Desmond
Joshua McGuireRory
Will MerrickJay
Vanessa KirbyJoanna
Lisa EichhornMary's Mum- Jon WestCourt Clerk
Jon BodenBuskers
Richard GriffithsSir Tom (final film released after his death)
Richard E. GrantActor- Matthew C. MartinoCommuter
- Thomas HughesJimmy
- Rowena DiamondParty Guest
- Matt ButcherCourtroom Observer
Lee Asquith-CoeBin Man- Evie Wray
Richard Curtis- Nicky Kentish Barnes
Nick Laird-Clowes
John Guleserian
Mark Day
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