Monday Night Film Series presents WE LIVE IN TIME - FR

Event date(s): February 10, 2025
Time(s): 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Category: Fredericton
Location: Fredericton

The Monday Night Film Series presents WE LIVE IN TIME on Monday Feb.10 at 7:30 p.m. in Tilley 102, UNB.

Featuring Oscar nominees Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield, We Live in Time is a beautifully crafted romance that explores the question of how to make the most of our time in this world. Almut (Pugh) and Tobias (Garfield) share a life filled with passion and challenges, depicted across three intertwining timelines that reveal the depths of their relationship and the impact of past experiences on their present.

From their first memorable meeting, where Almut nearly runs over Tobias in her car, to their idyllic life in the countryside, and the heartbreak of Almut’s cancer diagnosis, the film alternates between these key moments. Director John Crowley and writer Nick Payne use nonlinear storytelling to heighten the emotional impact, emphasizing how chance and chaos shape their lives.

As Almut undergoes aggressive cancer treatment, their bond strengthens, and they confront life-altering decisions together. Their journey is marked by both humor and grit, capturing the couple's resilience and love. Pugh’s portrayal of Almut, a Bavarian-fusion chef with ambitions beyond her family life, and Garfield’s performance as Tobias, a meticulous planner, bring depth to their characters, making their story relatable and moving.

We Live in Time challenges traditional romantic narratives by giving its characters agency and fleshed-out backstories, all while maintaining a sense of whimsy and realism. The film’s poignant exploration of love, memory, and time will resonate with audiences, making it a standout in the genre.

“With Pugh and Garfield delivering authentic, genuine movie-star performances, We Live in Time is an old-fashioned weeper, done with heart and originality.” Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times

“This is a film that, at its best, while softly cradling its two battered protagonists, is also howling madly at the shadow of mortality.”  Kevin Maher, Times (UK)

This term, 15 limited release, independent foreign & Canadian films will be shown. Admission is $10/film, but a half-yearly film society membership reduces admission cost to $7/film. The series is open to all. Memberships are available at Tilley 102 every Monday night.

For further info, contact NB Film Co-op 455-1632  info@nbfilmcoop.com  https://www.nbfilmcoop.com/monday-night-film-series 

The NB Film Co-op in partnership with the UNB Faculty of Arts, UNB Conference Services, and the Toronto Film Festival presents the series.

Building: Tilley Hall

Room Number: Room 102