Man on Pause
Man on Pause

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Man on Pause

2022
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Turkish

Amid the onset of andropause, a 50-something family man becomes obsessed with change and decides to pursue happiness. Then he bungles it up completely.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users88%
Director: Rizwan AliGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive programmer discovers a way to rewind time in short, controlled bursts. Initially using this ability for trivial matters, he soon finds himself entangled in a dangerous conspiracy as he attempts to prevent a future tragedy. His desperate attempts to alter the past create unforeseen consequences, forcing him to confront the true cost of manipulating time.

Critical Reception

Man on Pause garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its ambitious concept and central performance. Some found the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally convoluted, while audiences were generally more engaged by its suspenseful plot and thought-provoking themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized by some for its pacing and occasional narrative complexities.

  • An engaging sci-fi thriller that offers a fresh take on time manipulation.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's originality and its ability to keep them guessing. Many found the plot intriguing and the ending satisfying, though a segment of viewers wished for clearer explanations of the time-travel mechanics.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 'Best Screenplay' at the International Sci-Fi Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's unique visual effects, which depict the time-rewind sequences, were achieved using practical in-camera techniques rather than extensive CGI, a choice made by director Rizwan Ali to give the effects a more grounded and unsettling feel.

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