So a few months ago, I saw this trailer on IMDB and knew that I just had to watch it.
And so I did, on a whim with my friend Dred last Thursday night. And I am just gonna go ahead and say it: this is one of the best movies I’ve ever seen this year, or maybe ever. I came into the cinema expecting a lighthearted romantic comedy about time travel and totally did not expect that aside from the laughter, there would be depth and tears and life lessons told in British accents. Just like my most favorite rom com of all time, Love Actually, which was also written by the same writer, Richard Curtis.
About Time is the story of a guy named Tim (Domhnall Gleeson) whose father (Bill Nighy) shares a family secret on his 21st birthday: all the men in their family have always been able to travel backwards in time in their own life. Tim uses this gift to get himself the most important thing he ever wanted in his life – a girlfriend.
He uses his newfound power to try to woo his sister’s gorgeous friend, from which he learns his first lesson: “All the time-travelling in the world can’t make someone love you.”
But then he meets Mary (Rachel McAdams) in a very interesting meet-cute – they go on a blind date in utter darkness, and fall for each other’s personalities before ever setting their sights on each other. And when they finally do, they like what they see, and they exchange numbers, and Tim is excited to see her again. But before he can do so, he uses his powers to help out a friend with a problem, and in the process, the butterfly effect is that he never meets Mary. Uh oh. Now what?
Don’t worry, I won’t spoil the rest of the movie for you. That’s how the first part goes – just a lighthearted feel good funny romance. But like a real life relationship, theirs becomes more serious, and the movie grows deeper and deeper until you leave the cinema in tears. It’s the good kind of tears, though, the kind that makes you think about your own life and loved ones, including your family. And I really loved the life lessons that Tim imparts in the end.
I want to watch it again, actually. Have you seen it? If you have, let me know what you think!
I can't wait to see this!!!!
Sounds good! I can't wait Nov 6 for its release here 🙂
I definitely want to see this movie.
Go! I'm sure you'll love it. Nice seeing you around again Lucy! Do you have a new blog yet?
I hadn't even heard of this before! Now I'm DYING to watch it. That poster is killing me.
Sounds like my kind of movie. I'm going to have to check it out. Thanks for the suggestion. And yeah, as I was reading this I couldn't help but think about Rachel McAdams taking that role.
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I want to see this too! I love Rachel McAdams but, yup, STOP playing time travellers wives. It's not cool. Your potential is great. Please don't be typecast! <br /><br /><br /><br />You've made me want to see this movie even more. Thanks, Dee<br /><br /><br />Hannah @ The Lemon Hive<br /><br /><br />P.S. I totally loved your contribution to the Essex Girls blog.
I've been seeing things pop up on my radar about this movie and your review totally sold me, Dee! I've gotta see it! 🙂
Glad I introduced it to you, then! Watch it! 🙂
Yay, glad I brought it to your attention! You'll love it for sure! 🙂
Haha, I think there's only so much time traveller's wives roles out there so this should probably be her last. :)<br /><br /><br />P.S. Aww thanks!
I want to see this! It sounds like my kind of movie plus I LOVE Rachel McAdams. She's amazing. I hadn't even heard of this movie… but then again, I haven't been to the movies at ALL in 2013 so clearly I am not up to speed on anything Hollywood.
I haven't seen it, but I definitely want to after your review. Especially since you have good taste in romcom's – LOVE ACTUALLY! Swoon…. 🙂
I haven't seen it, but I definitely want to after your review. Especially since you have good taste in romcom's – LOVE ACTUALLY! Swoon…. 🙂
I want to see this so bad! It looks so cute. Rachel McAdams is one of my favorite actresses ever, and this looks so sweet.
WTF is with Rachel McAdams and time traveling? Anyway, I am going to watch this tonight as it sounds like my kind of movie! Plus Rachel is one of my girls 😉
Enjoy! 🙂
Just a few more weeks! 🙂
Yay, I'm glad I convinced you! 🙂
She is a fave of mine too! Go go watch!
She is a fave of mine too! Go go watch!
Glad I put this on your radar, then! I hadn't watched a movie since Elysium actually, but when I saw this was on, I had to go watch! It pays to watch trailers online, haha. Also, I love Rachel too. 🙂
Ah, how fantastic! I saw the trailer for this and I thought it looked really good. I look forward to seeing it. Thanks for sharing your review :)<br /><br /><br />Best,<br />Danielle<br />http://awriterinlove.blogspot.com
Thanks! I watch Love Actually every year around Christmas time! Haha.
LOL at your reaction! Yay, hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
You're so welcome! Hope you enjoy it!
You're welcome and thanks for dropping by!