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Timecrimes

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2007 | 93 min | Science Fiction, Thriller

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (89% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office loss and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and sci-fi fans. If you loved Mr. Nobody or Upgrade, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Tense, mind-bending.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 33 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).

A man accidentally gets into a time machine and travels back in time nearly an hour. Finding himself will be the first of a series of disasters of unforeseeable consequences.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    89% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.0 out of 10

  • AwardsBelow par

    4 wins and 3 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $564K worldwide on a $3 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 75K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Nacho Vigalondo

  • Karra ElejaldeHéctor
  • Candela FernándezClara
  • Bárbara GoenagaLa chica del bosque
  • Nacho VigalondoEl Joven
  • Juan InciarteHéctor Ocasional
  • Libby BrienClara (voice)
  • Nicole DionneLa Chica (voice)
  • Philip HershRadio Announcer (voice)