Full Time
Michael returns to his childhood home in the north of England to accompany his father to one last trip to the football. Michael, a successful photographer in London, no longer feels at home in the parochial environment of his upbringing. With little interest in football and almost no emotional connection with his father, Michael struggles through the game as a bored spectator whilst his father is both irritable and irritating. As time passes, though, Michael soon realizes that his father's bad-tempered quirks could be the signs of something graver. Full Time examines the fragile connections that bind love, memory and the gaps in between
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Plot Summary
A divorced mother of two, who struggles to balance her demanding job as a news anchor with her personal life, finds herself in a race against time to get her children to school. As her life unravels, she must confront her own desires and the compromises she's made.
Critical Reception
Full Time received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its relatable portrayal of a modern woman juggling career and family. The performances, particularly from Elsa Zylberstein, were highlighted as a strong point, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- Praises the film's realistic depiction of a working mother's struggles.
- Elsa Zylberstein delivers a compelling and nuanced performance.
- The narrative sometimes lacks originality but remains engaging.
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Fun Fact
The film's original French title, 'Barbecue', is unrelated to the film's plot and was chosen for marketing reasons.
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