We Live in Time (2024)
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A couple navigates a complex relationship and the challenges of a serious illness told through a nonlinear narrative.
The story
The film follows the evolving relationship of Tobias Durand and Almut Brühl over the course of a decade. Their paths cross in an unusual way when Tobias, a man dealing with a divorce, is struck by a car driven by Almut, a chef. The narrative unfolds nonlinearly, exploring their growing connection, the complexities of their shared life, and the impact of significant life events. As they navigate their bond, the story explores the choices they make regarding their future and the reality of their circumstances.
Full plot (contains spoilers)
The film follows Tobias Durand and Almut Brühl over a decade using a nonlinear narrative. Their relationship begins after a car accident involving Tobias and Almut. They eventually fall in love and have a daughter, Ella. The story takes a turn when Almut is diagnosed with ovarian cancer. After a period of remission and a successful pregnancy, the cancer returns. The narrative explores their decisions regarding her treatment and her ambition to compete in the Bocuse d'Or cooking competition. Despite the conflict over her focus on the competition versus her health, they remain together. The film concludes with a poignant look at their life together, including a scene where Tobias teaches their daughter how to crack an egg, just as Almut once did for him.
- First release year
- 2024
- Runtime (minutes)
- 108
- Production countries
- France; United Kingdom
- Original languages
- English
- Directors
- John Crowley
- Writers
- Nick Payne · writer
- Cast and characters
- Andrew Garfield · Tobias Durand; Florence Pugh · Almut Brühl
- Genres
- romantic drama
- Themes
- love; illness; motherhood; legacy
- Tone and mood
- romantic; poignant
- Premise and plot tags
- nonlinear narrative; cancer; cooking; romance
- Content notes
- cancer
- Reception
- The film received generally positive reviews from critics, particularly praising the performances and chemistry of Garfield and Pugh.
- Reported review scores
- Metacritic · score: 58 · scale: 100 · review count: 38; PostTrak · score: 83% · scale: 100%
- Production trivia
- A first look image of the film displaying the leads sharing a 'cute scene' became an internet meme due to the presence of an 'ugly carousel horse' in frame.
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