Time Sleeper
Time Sleeper

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Time Sleeper

2021
Movie
93 min
English

Sarah, upon accidentally discovering time travel through the use of a drug, must now travel back one year into the past to save her son from a fatal accident.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users75%
Director: Dir. John SmithGenres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a near future where time travel is a theoretical possibility, a brilliant but disgraced scientist, Dr. Evelyn Reed, attempts a dangerous solo mission to alter a past tragedy. As she navigates the unstable temporal currents, she uncovers a conspiracy far greater than she imagined, forcing her to confront not only the consequences of her actions but also the very nature of reality itself. With limited resources and time running out, she must race against paradoxes and unknown forces to prevent a catastrophic future.

Critical Reception

Time Sleeper received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its ambitious concept and visual effects, though some critics found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally appreciated the film's tension and thought-provoking themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative science fiction premise and engaging lead performance.

  • Criticized for a complex narrative that can be difficult to follow at times.

  • Applauded for its strong visual design and tense atmosphere.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's imaginative scope and thrilling plot, with many appreciating the scientific concepts explored. Some viewers found the ending slightly abrupt, but the overall sentiment is positive regarding its originality and entertainment value.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound design for the time travel sequences was created using recordings of collapsing structures and amplified whale songs.

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