A Matter of Time
Seen it?1976 | 97 min | Drama, Fantasy
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a box office flop and middling reviews (50% on Rotten Tomatoes), it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Great for fantasy fans and anyone who loves a strong drama. One to watch when you can give it your full attention. Shelve it next to Orlando.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Character-first and patient, at 1 hr 37 min. The story isn't told in order, so keep your phone down.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
- Made in 1976: an older pace and style.
- Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.
During a press conference, international star Nina remembers simpler times, flashing back to her days as a maid in a run-down Italian hotel. As a young woman, Nina befriends Contessa Sanziani, an elderly woman who entertains Nina with memories of her vibrant, wealthy life with Count Sanziani. Inspired by her tales of success, young Nina fantasizes about her own adventures and seeks to find the same excitement in her life.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
50% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$3 million worldwide
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 7K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
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Cast & crew
Directed by Vincente Minnelli
- Liza MinnelliNina
- Ingrid BergmanContessa Sanziani
- Charles BoyerCount Sanziani
- Spiros FocásMario Morello
- Tina AumontValentina
- Gabriele FerzettiAntonio Vicari
- Geoffrey CoplestonHotel Manager
- DominotHotel Porter
- Fernando ReyCharles Van Maar
- Orso Maria GuerriniGabriele d'Orazio