Les temps changent

Yes there are huge plot holes in the Mexican film but it isn't a rigorous sci fi film. Instead it is a delightful story of gender inequality and how time changes us all. The time machine recalls HG Wells and the main characters are fun and very watchable.

Critics of the film have probably never been to Mexico and seen for themselves the gender divide there. I have witnessed the macho culture and it is like something from the 1960s. So if this film can shine a light then i applaud it. It will be popular amongst women who can probably relate to the main character and her efforts to keep everyone happy.

Well worth a watch.

I think the genre isn't right; it's not a Sci-fi film. I think it carries a message of gender ideology, and it's not right to categorize it as something it isn't, as that can create false expectations. The film dubbing and makeup, especially at the end, are very poor. But I think the final message, some of the acting, and the essence of the film aren't bad; On the contrary, it sends a very powerful message about the role of women in society, the generation gap, the women relevance in society today, and the path women have taken through the time. And no, I'm not the one who thinks that the movies has to send a message, but I think the message of this movie is a good one.

Nora and her husband Hector are two physicists trying to build a time machine to study and even control time. It's 1966 and the times they live in, do not give Nora her due respect. When Nora eventually cracks the code for their machine to work, the duo travel to 2025 using the very machine. The new world, in a new era leads the duo towards Nora's relatives. The time jump helps Nora get accustomed to the more acceptable society, getting her due recognition while Hector starts to feel out of place. Their own invention starts to test their love for each other. How do they tackle this and will love triumph, forms rest of the story.

I always seek out time travel films as the concept hasn't ceased to excite me. This romantic time travel drama checks all the boxes of this genre and tries to base the story around Nora alone. What I did like about the film is it's portrayal of Hector and his predicament. He was not reduced to a caricature and his feelings were well addressed too. The character's decion in the end was also rightfully cheesy for a romantic drama and I appreciate that the writing allowed Hector and Nora to have a discussion even if it ended abruptly for the cheesy twist. The screenplay doesn't try anything new but succeeds in delivering a decent film that is worth watching once.

The acting was both bad and very cliché. Besides, it was obvious that there was no chemistry between the actors. It was a shame because the subject was not bad, especially the transformation of gender relations, women's rights, gender equality, etc.

The holes in the script are also among the unnecessary flaws. The childishness in the technological and theoretical explanations is perhaps tolerable, but I'm not sure if the ridicules of the 'time machine' operation was necessary. Still, it's a watchable film for those who want to see an example of modern Mexican cinema. I hope we can see new, more mature examples of Mexican cinema.

I really wanted to like Our Times, but sadly, it just didn't deliver. The storyline felt like a recycled version of every teen romance cliché out there-mean girls, love triangles, and an over-the-top "bad boy with a heart of gold." It tried hard to be nostalgic and touching, but instead came off as forced and melodramatic.

The pacing dragged in the middle, and the emotional moments felt unearned and manipulative. The characters lacked depth, especially the lead-she's portrayed as quirky and clumsy, but that's not enough to make her relatable or compelling. The ending, while trying to be sweet, felt unrealistic and overly sentimental.

Honestly, I don't understand the hype. If you're looking for a teen romance that feels fresh or sincere, there are better options out there.