WE LIVE IN TIME
Starring: Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh
Director: John Crowley
ADRIANO
It's entirely possible that timing with personal things that happened in my life recently played a part, but I fell for We Live in Time. I recognize its shortcomings, namely that it's predictable and the film's non-linear storytelling doesn't add anything. That said, director John Crowley and writer Nick Payne seem to have had sincere intentions in making this, as the movie isn't overly sappy. It’s never trying to get tears, and is much funnier than you'd think. Plus, Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh's chemistry and charm add a lot, making this a lovely film, warts and all.
PAIGE
We Live in Time is a sweet and charming romantic flick that will pull at your heartstrings. The movie has a somewhat basic plot, but it does a wonderful job of exploring its theme of choosing to live life to the fullest for however long we have through the use of a nonlinear format, which is quite beautiful. Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield also have such fiery chemistry together that it makes their characters feel incredibly authentic and endearing. Even though We Live in Time is a somewhat generic movie, it is a beautiful love story that you will fall head over heels for.
AMARÚ
Many recent films have been utilizing nonlinear narratives, with most faltering when their not-so-airtight scripts tell singular stories. Luckily, We Live in Time is more about life as a whole than a particular journey, highlighting that when you focus on the present time, the journey (and movie) you end up with turns out to be quite lovely. Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield have natural chemistry, enhancing a truly heartfelt screenplay that makes you laugh, cry, and delightfully melt. Their endearing nature and John Crowley’s honest direction makes for a sorrowfully earnest romantic comedy that, rather than feeling emotionally manipulative, genuinely earns your tears.
This film was reviewed by Adriano as part of Bitesize Breakdown's coverage of the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival.