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Time Lapse (2014)

2014 • 1h 44m • Horror, Thriller • NR
On September 22, 2026
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Filipe Manuel Neto on Time Lapse

7/10 · Jun 18, 2022

It proved surprisingly impactful, clever, and skillfully crafted for such a straightforward and unassuming production. The narrative centers on three young adults sharing a house—a couple and their single friend—who find that the elderly neighbor across the street has vanished without anyone noticing. Their investigation uncovers a large camera inside his home, along with numerous photographs of their living room taken by this device, which seemingly captures images of events before they occur. Hesitant to meddle with what’s to come, they begin recreating the scenes depicted in the photos, hoping to prevent misfortune and concerned that the inventor might have suffered consequences for trying to change destiny. The situation becomes more complex when they decide to exploit the machine's capabilities for financial gain. The film is enjoyable overall, supported by a smart and well-constructed screenplay, promising ninety minutes of quality entertainment, though it isn’t entirely devoid of familiar tropes or predictable scenarios—like the romantic entanglement and betrayal among the friends. Considering its limited resources and imaginative approach, the final product is quite impressive. A small cast is capably handled by Matt O'Leary, Danielle Panabaker, and George Finn. The actors appear to have a comfortable chemistry on screen, which contributes to their collaborative work. While other performers like Amin Joseph and Jason Spisak also feature, it’s these three central characters who carry the entire storyline. From a technical standpoint, the film’s scope is naturally restricted by its confined setting, but the execution is commendable, demonstrating attention to detail in all aspects of production. The cinematography is well-done, and the visual and special effects are equally effective.

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