Time Flies Soundlessly
Time Flies Soundlessly

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Time Flies Soundlessly

2012
Movie
89 min
Mandarin

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jane DoeGenres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a near-future city where time itself is a commodity, a disillusioned chronometer repairman stumbles upon a conspiracy involving the manipulation of past events. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a hidden society that controls the flow of time and a dangerous secret that could unravel reality. He must race against the clock, not just to save himself, but to prevent the past from being erased entirely.

Critical Reception

Time Flies Soundlessly received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who lauded its ambitious conceptual premise and visual style, though some found the plot overly convoluted. Audiences were generally engaged by the film's unique take on time travel, appreciating its thought-provoking narrative, but a portion found the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative sci-fi concept and striking visuals.

  • Criticized for a complex narrative that sometimes sacrifices clarity.

  • Appreciated for its emotional depth and exploration of memory.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's originality and its exploration of complex themes like time and regret. Many found the central mystery compelling and the performances strong. Some viewers noted that the film required significant attention to fully grasp its intricate plot mechanics.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards, won Best Cinematography at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate clockwork mechanisms seen throughout the film were all hand-crafted by a team of professional horologists, rather than being computer-generated, to add a layer of authenticity to the protagonist's profession.

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