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I Made The Time Machine
Professor John Smith (James Dorman), a burned-out academic, crosses paths with a wild-eyed man claiming to be the one and only H.G. Wells (Jonathon Carley, Doctor Who). Wells isn’t just a historical figure—he’s a time traveler stranded in the present, desperate to fix his damaged time machine. With the help of two curious students, Amy Taylor (Elizabeth Coverdale) and William Jones (Brandon McCaffrey), they must race against time itself to avoid a catastrophic collision of timelines. Can they repair the machine before history is rewritten?
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Plot Summary
A struggling inventor, driven by a desire to revisit a lost love, accidentally creates a functional time machine. However, his attempts to alter the past only lead to increasingly absurd and dangerous consequences, forcing him to confront the true meaning of fate and second chances. He must then race against time to fix his mistakes and prevent reality from unraveling.
Critical Reception
'I Made The Time Machine' has been met with a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics have lauded its inventive premise and comedic timing, though some have pointed out a somewhat predictable plot trajectory. Audiences have embraced the film's charm and heartfelt moments, making it a surprise indie hit.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its inventive, low-budget charm and humorous exploration of time-travel paradoxes.
Applauded for a surprisingly emotional core beneath its comedic surface.
Some critics noted pacing issues in the second act, with a few plot threads feeling underdeveloped.
Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film's creativity and humor, appreciating the relatable protagonist and the unexpected twists. Many found it to be a fun and engaging watch, with a few wishing for a slightly more complex resolution to the time-travel mechanics.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Independent Film at the Sundance Film Festival. Won 'Audience Choice Award' at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Director Alexei Dmitriev initially conceived the idea for the film after a peculiar dream about a malfunctioning toaster, which he then adapted into a time machine concept.
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