If you were given the opportunity to lengthen your life and live in misery or have fun with the time you have, which one would you pick? We Live in Time, a film directed by John Crowley, left many crying as they left the theatre. A romantic drama which has pulled on everyone’s heartstrings and has even left many comparing it to the award-winning film, ‘The Notebook. ‘
Make sure you have a box of tissues ready because this is an emotional roller coaster. Almut (Florence Pugh) and Tobias (Andrew Garfield) are brought together in a surprise encounter that changes their lives. As they embark on a path challenged by the limits of time, they learn to cherish each moment of the unconventional route their love story has taken, in Crowley’s decade-spanning, deeply moving romance.
The movie was released Oct. 11. Although many students have not yet watched it there are already many students that think highly of this movie. Whether that be due to the actors, the trailer, or even the reviews left. It has left many with high expectations.
“I’m so excited to go watch this movie with my friends. The trailer looks so good, and I love Andrew Garfield,” Audrey Thomasson, a senior, said.
Although there are many positive reviews there were also many concerns left from parents wondering why it is rated R and if they should let their kids go see this movie. This movie is rated R due to language, sexuality, and nudity. This rating has left many unable to see this movie due to their age and their parents not allowing them to go.
“I wish I was old enough to go see this movie, but it just gives me something to look forward to on my birthday,” Kendall Alt, a sophomore, said.
While this movie is an emotional roller coaster full of ups and downs there are parts of this movie that allow viewers to see a positive outlook. Whether that be from the way the couple met or them having a happy life with their child. Crowley provides a time-jumping techniques to tug on viewers heart strings.
Sometimes, you watch a film like this because you need a good cry. Armed with good intentions and better actors, “We Live in Time” boasts complex feelings and overcomplicates everything else.
