The Time Thief

Synopsis

In the mysterious city of Paris, a young woman named Léna stumbles upon an ancient pocket watch that has the power to manipulate time itself. Pursued by a dark organization known as the Temporal Agency, she must master the watch's abilities to uncover the truth behind her father's disappearance. With the help of a charming clockmaker named Henri, Léna embarks on a thrilling journey through time, facing dangers and dilemmas that challenge her understanding of fate and destiny. As she navigates the past and present, Léna must make difficult choices that will impact the future of both her world and the flow of time itself.

Cast

• 

  Jade Charbonneau

  Bernadette

• 

  Marc Messier

  Méo / Docteur Cossette

• 

  Céline Bonnier

  La Stroop / Infirmière

• 

  Guillaume Cyr

  Riopel / Forgeron / Livreur de pharmacie

• 

  Émile Proulx-Cloutier

  Toussaint Brodeur / Livreur de fleurs

• 

  Marie-Ève Beauregard

  Lurette

Reviews

The Time Thief, also known as L'arracheuse de temps, received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film's unique blend of fantasy and mystery, others found the plot to be convoluted and the pacing uneven. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a fresh rating of 66%, with critics commending Jade Charbonneau's performance as Léna. IMDb users rated it 6.3/10, with many highlighting the film's visually stunning cinematography and intricate set designs. Metacritic's average score stands at 55%, pointing out the film's ambitious concept but criticizing its execution. Despite the polarizing opinions, The Time Thief captivates audiences with its mesmerizing visual style and thought-provoking themes of time and identity.