The Timekeeper
A l'automne 1964, la construction des 52 derniers milles du chemin de fer du Grand lac des Esclaves est en voie d'achèvement. Une bande hétéroclite de travailleurs instables, ivrognes et voleurs, est recrutée dans les tavernes par Fisk, contremaître aux poings d'acier. Martin Bishop, dix-huit ans, arrive comme nouveau pointeur au sein de cette équipe, le précédent pointeur ayant « disparu ». Bishop découvre rapidement des faits anormaux dans ce camp isolé; celui qui ne suit pas les règles de Fisk risque d'être expulsé du camp dans la nature sauvage et hostile. Fait surprenant, tous les hommes qui ont été expulsés demeurent sur la liste de paie... Le refus de Bishop de jouer le jeu de Fisk lui vaut d'être expulsé dans la forêt, dont l'immensité devient sa nouvelle prison. Incapable de s'échapper, Bishop découvre des aptitudes à la survie qu'il ne croyait pas posséder.
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Plot Summary
A mysterious, ethereal man known as The Timekeeper arrives in a small, isolated town, seemingly able to manipulate time and foresee events. As the townsfolk grapple with his abilities and the implications for their own lives, a skeptical journalist tries to uncover his true identity and purpose.
Critical Reception
The Timekeeper was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its ambitious concept and thought-provoking themes but found its pacing and resolution somewhat uneven. Audiences were divided, with some captivated by its unique premise and others put off by its ambiguity.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intriguing philosophical questions about fate and free will.
- Lauded for strong performances, particularly from the lead.
- Criticized for a slow build-up and an ending that left some viewers unsatisfied.
Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's unique premise and the opportunity for philosophical discussion, with many enjoying the performances. However, some found the plot convoluted and the ending lacking clear answers.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film.
Fun Fact
Director Peter Weir reportedly spent over five years developing the script and conceptualizing the visual style for The Timekeeper, aiming for a timeless aesthetic.
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