We Live in Time Review:
Some films don’t need loud moments to leave a mark — they just need honesty, great performances, and a story that speaks softly but deeply. We Live in Time, now streaming on Lionsgate Play, is exactly that.
Directed by John Crowley (Brooklyn), the film stars Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield in two of their most heartfelt performances to date. They’re joined by a solid supporting cast including Adam James, Marama Corlett, and Aoife Hinds, but it’s really Pugh and Garfield who carry the emotional weight — and do so beautifully.
Love, Memory, and the Mess In Between
The film follows the love story of Almut (Pugh), a chef, and Tobias (Garfield), a once-promising actor turned single dad. Their relationship unfolds in non-linear fragments, with the film bouncing across different time periods — from awkward first encounters to quiet domestic bliss, and eventually, to moments much heavier and harder to watch.
It’s not about plot twists or big reveals. Instead, director John Crowley leans into the emotional realism of life’s small moments: the way a shared joke becomes a ritual, the pain of watching someone change, the ache of knowing time is limited.
A Quietly Devastating Romance
Florence Pugh brings her usual emotional depth, making Almut both strong and achingly vulnerable. Garfield, meanwhile, delivers one of his most restrained and heartbreaking performances in years. Together, their chemistry feels raw and honest — never overly polished, just real.
Final Verdict
We Live in Time doesn’t force emotion — it earns it. With Crowley’s sensitive direction and two unforgettable lead performances, this is one of those films that stays with you long after the credits roll.
