Time-Doesn't-Wait
The story of Elam Harnish, a gold prospector and adventurer nicknamed Time-Won't-Wait, who "was a gambler by nature, and life seemed to him to be a most exciting game." In the course of this game for wealth and power, he becomes cynical and heartless. Having become a successful businessman, he lives and acts according to the laws of the jungle. A change comes over him after he meets stenographer Did Mason. Based on the novel of the same name by Jack London.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future where time is a controlled commodity, a disillusioned chronometer technician uncovers a conspiracy to hoard life itself. He must race against the clock, defying the ruling Temporal Authority, to expose the truth and return stolen moments to the populace.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'Time-Doesn't-Wait' was met with mixed reactions, praised for its ambitious premise and unique visual style but criticized for its pacing and convoluted plot. Over time, it has gained a cult following for its thought-provoking themes and remains a staple in discussions about speculative fiction.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its imaginative concept and striking visual design.
- Criticized for a narrative that occasionally falters in clarity and momentum.
- Acclaimed for its exploration of existential themes and societal control.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's originality and philosophical underpinnings, though some found the story difficult to follow. The unique concept of time as a currency was a frequent point of admiration.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Saturn Awards.
Fun Fact
The distinctive ticking sound used throughout the film was actually created by recording the sound of a modified grandfather clock being struck with a rubber mallet.
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