Time Lapse (2014): When the Future Becomes a Dangerous Obsession
"Time Lapse" is a 2014 science-fiction thriller that tells the story of three friends who stumble upon a camera that takes pictures 24 hours into the future. The movie explores the consequences of knowing the future and the lengths people are willing to go to change it.
The film is set in a small apartment complex, where the three main characters - Finn (Matt O'Leary), Jasper (George Finn), and Callie (Danielle Panabaker) - live. When their neighbor, an elderly scientist, suddenly disappears, they enter his apartment to investigate and find a camera pointed at their own window. They soon realize that the camera takes pictures of their future selves, and they can use the images to their advantage.
At first, the trio uses the camera to their advantage, making small changes to their lives to improve their circumstances. But as they become more obsessed with the camera and its predictions, their actions become more extreme, leading to disastrous consequences.
This is a gripping and tense thriller that kept me engaged throughout. The concept of a camera that can predict the future is intriguing, and the film explores the dilemmas that arise when people have access to such knowledge. The characters are well-developed but sometimes make stupid decisions, and the actors deliver decent performances, making the audience invested in their fates.
The film is impressive in portraying an apartment complex transformed into a claustrophobic and eerie setting. The cinematography is also notable, with the use of muted colors and shadows creating a sense of impending doom.
Time Lapse is an engaging thriller that explores the consequences of knowing the future. Yes, there are flaws but overall It is a true example of good storytelling and shows that a limited budget and location can still result in an entertaining movie.
I rate it 3.25 out of 5.
Direction Rating: 0.75/1
Cinematography Rating: 0.75/1
Story Rating: 0.75/1
Acting Rating: 0.5/1
Film Score Rating: 0.5/1
IMDB Link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2669336/
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