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Prisonniers du temps

Original title: Timeline
  • 2003
  • Tous publics
  • 1h 56m
IMDb RATING
5.6/10
68K
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Gerard Butler, Frances O'Connor, Michael Sheen, and Paul Walker in Prisonniers du temps (2003)
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A group of archaeologists get embroiled in an adventure where they must travel back in time to 14th Century France, to save their professor before the French battle the English at Castlegard... Read allA group of archaeologists get embroiled in an adventure where they must travel back in time to 14th Century France, to save their professor before the French battle the English at Castlegard. If they fail, they won't be able to return.A group of archaeologists get embroiled in an adventure where they must travel back in time to 14th Century France, to save their professor before the French battle the English at Castlegard. If they fail, they won't be able to return.

  • Director
    • Richard Donner
  • Writers
    • Michael Crichton
    • Jeff Maguire
    • George Nolfi
  • Stars
    • Paul Walker
    • Gerard Butler
    • Billy Connolly
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.6/10
    68K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Richard Donner
    • Writers
      • Michael Crichton
      • Jeff Maguire
      • George Nolfi
    • Stars
      • Paul Walker
      • Gerard Butler
      • Billy Connolly
    • 520User reviews
    • 87Critic reviews
    • 29Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Paul Walker
    Paul Walker
    • Chris Johnston
    Gerard Butler
    Gerard Butler
    • Andre Marek
    Billy Connolly
    Billy Connolly
    • Professor Johnston
    Frances O'Connor
    Frances O'Connor
    • Kate Ericson
    David Thewlis
    David Thewlis
    • Robert Doniger
    Anna Friel
    Anna Friel
    • Lady Claire
    Neal McDonough
    Neal McDonough
    • Frank Gordon
    Matt Craven
    Matt Craven
    • Steven Kramer
    Ethan Embry
    Ethan Embry
    • Josh Stern
    Michael Sheen
    Michael Sheen
    • Lord Oliver
    Lambert Wilson
    Lambert Wilson
    • Lord Arnaut
    Marton Csokas
    Marton Csokas
    • Sir William De Kere…
    Rossif Sutherland
    Rossif Sutherland
    • François Dontelle
    Steve Kahan
    Steve Kahan
    • Baker
    David La Haye
    David La Haye
    • Arnaut's Deputy
    Richard Zeman
    Richard Zeman
    • Oliver's Lieutenant
    Patrick Sabongui
    Patrick Sabongui
    • Jimmy Gomez
    Mike Chute
    Mike Chute
    • Bill Baretto
    • Director
      • Richard Donner
    • Writers
      • Michael Crichton
      • Jeff Maguire
      • George Nolfi
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    6DrewAlexanderR1

    The Book is Better, but this is Decent.

    As is true in so many cases, the book, Timeline, is way better than the movie. But that doesn't mean the movie isn't fun though. It is based on the Michael Crichton's novel by the same name. Crichton is responsible for many great books, but is most known for Jurassic Park, which was famously adapted by Spielberg. With this being said you can definitely expect a story with a great premise.

    Timeline follows a group of archaeologists who are digging a site at Castleguard, France. They are funded by a technology company, ITC, and have been receiving hints about their site to the point where the boss, Professor Johnston (Billy Connolly), becomes suspicious. He goes to find out what the back story is and the next day his crew discovers a new room at the site which has a note left by the professor from 14th century France.

    The professor's son, Chris (Paul Walker), and the crew led by Kate Ericson (Frances O'Connor) and Andre Marek (Gerard Butler) go to ITC to find out what is going on. They learn that the company built a 3d fax machine that tapped into a wormhole sending its packages, or in this case humans, back to 14th century Castleguard, France. The group then heads back in time to go save the professor, who was sent back there to figure out the connection of the wormhole and their site.

    While the film has a great premise it probably would have been a lot better if it was made ten years later with a bigger budget. The story starts off strong, but then proceeds to tail off into B-movie territory. It has some performances by actors you will know, but the script doesn't help them, and it certainly doesn't reach the highs of the book. By no means is this a success, but it does well to keep you entertained if you're just looking for a movie that will be a time killer.
    bear_78

    If this concept interests you, take the time to read the book.

    I rented this movie knowing that is it based on a Michael Crichton book. The Movie was somewhat entertaining if you could get past the acting. The sets and the costumes were done well and the battle scenes were plausible. However if you read the book there is so much more to explore with the characters and the action. This book was written so it could be a movie. Ten years down the road this should be remade for justice sake. A mini series on could be in order because of the additional scenes that would be needed. And no I am not naive, I know that in any adaptation sacrifices must be made but I feel that because they got a big name to play Chris the centered the movie around him when it is clearly better balanced in the book. I am not a book snob but I saw so much potential in this concept that I felt that the movie was unfinished. That is why I read the book. Judge for your self.
    5shanfloyd

    Another great story wasted.

    Sorry, the book had so much potential to be turned into an awesome film. But this low-budget crap with pathetic screenplay, well, kinda dishonored Crichton. All the book-to-film changes (Yes, all!) slowly destroyed the film. Paul walker looks fine like Chris but he cannot act; and Frances O'Connor is a fine actress but the role of Kate isn't for her. Gerard Butler on the other hand might be one good thing in the whole film. The multiverse-travel scene is a total disaster. The character development of the lead people, and also Doniger, is left behind which took away much taste from the story.

    Reading the book is more recommended.
    5ma-cortes

    Archaeological group goes to Middle Age where takes place several adventures

    An archaeological outfit formed by young students (Paul Walker, Frances O'Connor , Gerard Butler and others) using a time machine go back to ¨100 years war¨ where starring's father (Billy Connolly) before had gone and lost .

    The protagonist group will have to confront deal of dangers and adventures and will fight between English and French army . As a group of medieval re-enactors were used for soldiers in battle sequences . The crew of the movie visited various European castles from around that period , the late 1300s , to make the castles and towns look as realistic as possible.

    The runtime film is adjusted about hundred minutes and for that reason isn't boring , neither tiring . The movie blends action , historical events , suspense , medieval battles and is enough amusing . The picture didn't fail at the box office but wasn't a real success either . From the start until the ending the action and the fast-moving is continued but there is a wrong pace . The picture is partially based on historical events ; however , the battle of Castlegard is not an actual historical deed . Very good cast such as Gerard Butler , though Pierce Brosnan turned down the role of Andre Marek ; in addition , Paul Walker , David Tweliss , Anna Friel and a beautiful Frances O'Connor .

    Brian Tyler's musical score is outstanding and nice cinematography by expert cameraman Caleb Deschanel . Direction by Richard Donner is average , in spite of a lot of good films he has directed . The picture will appeal historical period buffs and battles lovers . Rating 5,5 /10 , mediocre .
    6leitmotif3

    Not Bad as a Stand Alone

    I've read the book more than once, and completely understand Michael Crichton's objections to this film adaptation. I also understand why so many who enjoyed the book feel the same way. But, a film adaptation is a film first and an adaptation second. As an adventure epic with a science fiction foundation, it's not that bad. The pacing is adequate, the character development sufficient to engender interest in the various players' fates and the overall cinematography journeyman proficient. If you have a few hours on a rainy day, and haven't read the book, have at it, and enjoy!

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    • Trivia
      Michael Crichton, author of the same-titled book on which this movie was based, disliked this movie so much that he refused to licence any more movies based on his novels. Nobody would gain the movie rights to a Michael Crichton book until Steven Spielberg, long-time friend of Crichton, bought the rights to "Pirate Latitudes" after Crichton's death.
    • Goofs
      Decker yells "Fire!" to the archers at the river. But "fire" was an expression that only developed after the invention and widespread use of gunpowder and firearms. Before then, archers were commanded to "shoot" or to "loose" their arrows.
    • Quotes

      Marek: We're speaking the same language, but you don't understand a word I'm saying, do you?

      Lady Claire: No.

    • Connections
      Featured in Troldspejlet: Episode #30.7 (2004)
    • Soundtracks
      Just A Little Bad
      Written & Performed by Vikkie Rae Jordan

      Courtesy of Marc Ferrari/MasterSource

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • April 21, 2004 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • Rescate en el tiempo
    • Filming locations
      • Mascouche, Québec, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Paramount Pictures
      • Mutual Film Company
      • Donners' Company
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $80,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $19,481,943
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $8,440,629
      • Nov 30, 2003
    • Gross worldwide
      • $43,935,763
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 56 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • DTS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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