Director:
Richard Curtis
Plot synopsis:
Awkward guy Tim learns he can time travel and
sets about using his gift in order to get the girl of his dreams. But time
travelling never goes smoothly.
First thoughts:
Generic Rom-Com with a twist. Lots of laughs
but with one or two obstacles to overcome. I like how the main guy is quite
awkward and shy, he seems relatable. And I love ginger characters almost
instantly.
Rating: 3 Stars
Review (Unspoiled):
A decent enough film, as I predicted
lots of laughs and perfectly bittersweet heart warming scenes. The characters
are all made lovable, but the whole story is riddled with enough plot holes and
confusing rules breaks that it takes away from the overall charm.
Bottom line:
Nothing great but still sweet.
Recommend:
I guess, but it’s not a must see.
Spoiler Section:
When I saw that it was Rachel McAdams in a
romantic story about time travel of course my mind jumped to ‘The time
travellers wife’ and I predicted that the obvious obstacle in the narrative was
that their relationship would quickly break down because he was continuously
trying to make things perfect but was surprised by the real story. The film was
really just his how journey through life, learning to accept that some things
can’t be changed and to become content with the present. It’s a sweet story
overall but the plot holes did ruin it a bit. I didn’t understand why he couldn’t
time travel after she had their baby, but of course it gave the writer another
chance at a bittersweet moment with him and his father.
Best Character:
Kit Kat, she was wonderful. The classic
quirky comedic character you see in most Rom-Com’s but still annoyingly
lovable non the less.
Worst Character:
Rory, he was too pathetic. I hate it when
they just make a character almost cringe worthy for laughs.
Best Moment:
Kit Kats punch scene.
Worst Moment:
The crash, it was sad both times.
Please feel free to comment your own views on the film if you've
watched it, I would love to know how others felt about it.
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