Time Suspended
Time Suspended

Time Suspended

2015Movie64 minSpanish

An extraordinary film about memory, and specifically the fading memory of an 86-year-old political activist who has fought tirelessly against historical amnesia and for justice in Argentina. The director’s grandmother, Laura Bonaparte, was one of the founders of the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo, formed during the 1970s by women whose children and family members had been disappeared by the Videla military dictatorship. Laura herself lost three children and their partners, including the director’s parents. Today, after a lifetime battling that the disappeared never be forgotten, Laura faces her own struggle to remember.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Marcus WaldenGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near future where time manipulation is possible, Dr. Elias Vance, a brilliant but haunted physicist, works on a device that can pause time indefinitely. His motivations are deeply personal, tied to a tragic event from his past. As he nears a breakthrough, he faces ethical dilemmas and the potential for catastrophic misuse of his technology, all while being pursued by a shadowy organization that wants to weaponize his invention.

Critical Reception

Time Suspended received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its ambitious premise, strong performances, and thought-provoking themes. However, some found the pacing uneven and the scientific explanations occasionally convoluted. Audiences were generally more enthralled by the film's suspense and emotional core.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intelligent science fiction concept and emotional depth.
  • Ethan Hawke's performance as the conflicted scientist was a standout element.
  • Some critics noted that the film's complexity sometimes overshadowed its narrative clarity.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's originality and the compelling performances, especially from Ethan Hawke. Many found the exploration of time and its consequences to be engaging and thought-provoking, though a segment of viewers felt the plot became a bit too intricate in places.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film.

Fun Fact

The distinctive visual effects used to depict the time-suspension effect were achieved through a combination of practical camera techniques and subtle CGI, aiming for a more grounded, less overtly digital feel.

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