Time is Money

A struggling young woman navigates the treacherous underworld of organized crime in St. Petersburg, trying to make ends meet while entangled with dangerous figures. As she gets deeper into the illicit world, her choices become increasingly desperate, forcing her to confront the moral compromises she must make to survive.

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its gritty atmosphere and performances, while others criticized its bleak tone and perceived lack of narrative coherence. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its dark realism and others finding it too nihilistic.

• Praised for its dark and immersive atmosphere.

• Criticized for its slow pacing and bleak outlook.

• Performances were noted as a strong point, despite narrative weaknesses.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely negative, with many finding the film depressing and difficult to connect with. Some viewers appreciated the gritty realism, but the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment.

Alexey Balabanov, the director, was known for his controversial and often violent films, and 'Time is Money' continued this trend, though it did not achieve the same cult status as some of his earlier works.