5 to 7
5 to 7

Movie spotlight

5 to 7

2014
Movie
98 min
English

A young writer begins an affair with an older woman from France whose open marriage to a diplomat dictates that they can meet only between the hours of 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users69%
Director: Victor LevinGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young, ambitious writer falls for an older, sophisticated French woman in New York City. Their affair is complicated by the fact that she is married, and their relationship is confined to specific, scheduled meetings each week. As their bond deepens, he must navigate the complexities of their unconventional romance and its impact on his life and career.

Critical Reception

5 to 7 received a mixed to positive reception from critics. Many praised its charming performances, witty dialogue, and sophisticated portrayal of an unconventional romance. However, some found the premise slightly unrealistic or the pacing uneven, leading to a divided critical response.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming leads and sophisticated dialogue.

  • Appreciated for its unique take on romantic entanglements.

  • Criticized by some for its less-than-realistic premise and occasional pacing issues.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's charm and the engaging chemistry between the leads. Many enjoyed the romantic and sophisticated tone, though some found the plot progression to be somewhat predictable or slow.

Fun Fact

The film's title, '5 to 7', refers to the French custom of 'cinq à sept', an afternoon rendezvous for lovers that traditionally occurs between 5 and 7 PM.

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Reno

> It's a right place at a right time, but the person? Is this based on any famous book? The answer is simply no. Purely a cinematic work written and directed by a first timer. One of the very unique storyline and one of the beautiful ind...