Movie spotlight
Dodging the Clock
The passage of time is probably the only concrete proof we have that justice exists in this cruel world. Some people would like to stop time in its tracks, while others choose to follow its path. In this story, three men in their early thirties have reached that age when it's time to start thinking about "getting a life", perhaps starting a family. But how do you handle the fact that your friendships are changing? That, slowly, your new family is becoming the center of your ever-shrinking world? What do you do when you realize your youth is a thing of the past?
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Plot Summary
A high school student discovers a way to manipulate time, allowing him to relive his days and fix embarrassing mistakes. However, his constant tinkering with the past starts to unravel the fabric of his present reality.
Critical Reception
Dodging the Clock was a modest family comedy that received a generally lukewarm reception from critics. While some appreciated its lighthearted premise and relatable teenage struggles, others found the plot predictable and the execution uninspired. Audiences, particularly younger ones, found it an entertaining diversion.
What Reviewers Say
A lighthearted and occasionally amusing take on time-travel tropes.
Predictable plot with a few charming moments.
Fails to capitalize on its inventive premise.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Dodging the Clock' is not widely documented on Google, but general sentiment suggests it was seen as a watchable, albeit unremarkable, family film.
Fun Fact
The film was originally developed with a different title and a slightly altered premise before settling on 'Dodging the Clock'.
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