I attended a free advanced screening of this movie, and we are being compensated for the campaign at 5 Minutes for Mom. My opinions are entirely my own.
Going to the movies is expensive, not only in money (tickets, not to mention popcorn and a babysitter!) but also in time. Sometimes I fret more about wasting my time — and my brain — on a bad movie than I do about the money I spent. So when I get out and see a movie that was not only good, but really great, I’m so happy.
A couple weeks ago, I took a friend to an advanced screening of About Time. We laughed, we cried, we thought some deep thoughts. It had everything I love in a good movie. Sharing it with a friend made it even better.
Spend two a half minutes watching this trailer to get the gist of the movie (and then click over to my post at 5 Minutes for Mom and read about what I’d want my do-over moment to be and share yours if you want):
Did you see what I saw? Did you see a delightfully funny, quirky, heartwarming movie about family, love and a little time travel?
It’s one of those previews that seems to show the whole movie, condensed down, and I suppose that in a way it does, but believe me, what’s in between the flashes is what you want to see. There’s love growing between a man and a woman; there’s that sweet, sweet love between a father and a son; there’s love between grown-up siblings. Love generally requires sacrifice, and that comes through loud and clear as well.
CONTENT NOTE: This movie is rated R. Before I see R movies (and PG-13 for that matter), I usually check into the content. This movie said it was rated R for language and some sexual content. I figured that there would be some strong language, and I was prepared for a moderate amount, and I hoped that the “sexual content” was basically talking about sex, rather than showing explicit sex. I was pleased all around. In fact, I’ve seen PG-13 movies with more language and more sexual content, so this had a moderate level that I was definitely comfortable with.
My recommendation? Two thumbs up (and two more from my friend who accompanied me). Take a date, take your daughter, take a friend. When you see movies like this, who usually accompanies you? Leave a comment and let me know.
Check out my post at 5 Minutes for Mom about what moment in time I’d like to do over, and stay tuned for a great $100 About Time giveaway.
Before you head over there, leave a comment here saying what appeals to you about this movie (you will be able to count that as one of your entries in the giveaway at 5 Minutes for Mom.
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happymomc says
my hubby for sure!
Martha C. says
My husband has been watching the commercials and said he wanted to see it! So a romance that my hubbie is interested gets me interested. Can’t wait.
Tara says
I like Rachel McAdams as an actress, and I really enjoyed Love Actually, so I am interested in this movie. I would love to go on a date night with my husband to see this.
Christina Marie says
When I see movies like this, I usually go with my friend.
stephanie says
i so cant wait to see this it looks good
latanya says
This movie looks really good. It will make you laugh and cry.
Rebecca Parsons says
I am sucker for movies like this and after seeing the clip, I am going to go see it whether I win or not. I would definitely drag my husband to see it.
Tabathia B says
My hubby usually goes with me
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Marti Tabora says
It sounds really good. I’m glad you explained the R rating because that might have made me think twice about watching it. Thank you.
Amy Tolley says
great review thanks for sharing this movie sounds so great i cant wait to see it ty
vickie couturier says
usually my husband or my best friend
Susan P. says
I would go just to see Emma Thompson.
Amy Orvin says
I like to see movies like this with my mom. It sounds like a great one!
Kathy B says
Even though I cry my eyes out at Love Actually, hubby wants to see this one.
Lisa Brown says
Nice review. I like Bill Nighy and enjoy shows and movies he is in.
Cheryl F. says
I love a good romance. I’m sure this one will have me crying with joy.
Trish F says
I usually go to see movies like this with my sister, and after reading about it, I want to go see it. Thanks for a great review.
Maria Iemma says
I had been thinking about going to see this movie. I may take my Mom with me..make it a girls night out
Sunnymay says
Thanks for the informative review. I look forward to seeing the movie, About Time, in the near future. It seems to be a light “R” rating.
mrsshukra says
I have been waiting for this movie! Thanks for your review! Rachel McAdams fan!
Tammy S says
I really want to see this movie. I have been waiting for it to come out! What appeals to me is the story. What an amazing thing it would be to be able to go back and redo things to make them turn out the way you would like.
Cynthia R says
its been awhile since there’s been a good romantic comedy, plus i loved love actually, notting hill and four weddings and funeral
ellen beck says
I like that the ovie although you said an R rating isnt much more than a PG13. I dont care for really bad movies where language and sex are thrown in just to keep someones interest. I like that there is some mystery left here and it is wholesome.
Jennifer says
I wouldn’t say it’s wholesome Ellen! But there’s not an abundance of bad language (but probably the language they use is the f-word R rated variety), and the same with the sex. They talk about it a few times, rather than show it, and at a museum during one of their conversations there is a photo of a topless woman in the background. So maybe those things made it an R, but I’ve definitely seen some PG-13 that seemed to have as much or more adult content.
Jeniffer says
This would be wonderful! Love these kind of movies!
Michelle H says
Your review made me want to see it.
Jennifer says
Thanks Michelle! Our time is precious, and our money, so when I really like something, it’s good to share it. I try to be honest too, because I don’t want to lead people astray, so I hope you do get a chance to see it, and I hope you agree.
Jill Myrick says
This looks like a wonderful love story and we would love to see it.
My husband and I have been seeing this movie advertised and have both said how much we would love to go see it.
We own Love Actually on DVD and watch it often.
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Gwendolyn Blunt says
I would love for my daughter to see this movie with me, today is her 17th birthday and she LOVES movies such as these~ We almost lost her to asthma over a year ago and we now know how precious time really is.
sheila ressel says
I can’t wait to see this movie with sister. I absolutely love Bill Nighy; he’s so comical. Love Actually I my all time favorite movie which my sister and I watch every year at Christmastime so I’m sure this movie will be fantastic too. After reading your review I can hardly wait to see it!
Jennifer says
I was talking with some people who did press on this movie, and they said that Bill Nighy was SO nice to everyone.
Amanda Sakovitz says
This looks like my kind of movie. I would love to watch this with my girls.
Susan Smith says
Sounds like a good movie. I like sentamental relationship movies.
Sharon says
My daughter, because we usually enjoy the same movies! Your review was very helpful, the rating, content, and your opinion. I’m like you I can’t afford to waste money or time on a movie that is not worth it. After seeing the clips advertised I thought this would be a good one and after your review of the movie and this clip I’m even more convinced! Thanks for an honest review!
Mya Murphy says
Romance isn’t normally my thing, I have to admit, however your review made it sound awesome. Thank you.
kathy pease says
This sounds like a great movie id love to see it..I loved her in the notebook 🙂
mary gardner says
Your review makes me want to see this with my daughter – she would love it!
laurie says
this sounds like a great movie to see
rose paden says
It sounds like a really good movie. I normally make my hubby go and watch these types of movies. He don’t care what movie we see, if i want to see it we do! I snagged up a good one! (:
Thomas Murphy says
sounds like a great movie!
Richard Hicks says
Good review and the trailer was great. I think we all wish we could do things over…..
Sky Kory says
This movie looks so good!
Gianna says
Going through great lengths to find true love.
Roxann says
The story itself is what is appealing to me and I really want to go and see it.
Sarah L says
I like a good love story – looks like this one is.
heather c says
Sometimes a friend, sometimes my husband. Whoever it is usually doesn’t cry as much as I cry.
Buddy Garrett says
I’m sure my wife would enjoy this movie. It sounds like a great romantic movie with a happy ending.
Stephanie says
This looks like such a beautiful story! I can’t wait to see it.
Angela s says
my hubby will go with me!