Cast
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Bella Thorne
as Vivien
Benjamin Mascolo
as Roy
Sebastiano Pigazzi
as Steve
Bonnie Baddoo
as Christine
Giampiero Judica
as Neil
Robert Davide
as Bryan
Nikolay Moss
as Dylan
Emma Lo Bianco
as Sarah
Linda Zampaglione
as April
Giulio Brizzi
as Adam
Antonella Britti
as Madre di Roy
Marco Bucci
as Receptionist
Chiara Cavaliere
as Barwoman
Jay Natelle
as Primario Neurologia
Mathias Novelli
as Roy bambino
Crew
Director
- Elisa Amoruso
Writer
- Elisa Amoruso
- Lorenzo Ura
- Patrizia Fiorellini
Producer
- Marco Belardi
Reviews
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Some actors are just plain wrong for some roles. Bella Thorne as a quantum physics whiz kid is one of them (and it’s not an issue or gender or looks; attractive women can and do play science types convincingly — Jodie Foster and Laura Dern come to mind).
It would help if Vivien (Thorne) sounded like she knew what she’s talking about, but quantum physics serve no purpose in this movie other than as a clumsy metaphor for falling in love. Vivien herself seems ambivalent about her chosen field of study, describing it on separate occasions as "simple" and "complicated," as well as "fascinating" and "exhausting," but all the proof we get of this is her bedroom mirror scribbled all over with equations of whatever — so I guess she’s supposed to be a regular Will Hunting.
Moreover, Vivien refers to herself as a "numbers girl" (I assume it’s the kind of numbers that follow the phrase 'for a good time call...'), and when asked "What's math got to do with love?," she replies "Well, there's all these numbers that surround the word 'love', and it used to make so much sense to me ... Now I'm not so sure."
I’m not so sure either. What are these numbers, and how and why do they surround the word love? Then again, Vivien fails at least once some big test (often mentioned but never explained) for which she’s been studying for over a year, so maybe she’s just a victim of the Dunning–Kruger effect
Sep 16, 2022
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Time Is Up examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Elisa Amoruso brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2021, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Time Is Up took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 108 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 167 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 9, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 48m