The Time of Secrets
By Christophe Barratier
2022
Family / Drama
1h44
The Time of Secrets
By Christophe Barratier
2022
Family / Drama
1h44
7.5/10
2.6/5
Press3.5/5
Spect.
Synopsis
Marseille, July 1905. Nearly a teenager, Marcel Pagnol embarks in his last summer vacation before high school and returns, at last, to his beloved hills in Provence. What begins as a summer of boyhood adventures becomes one of the first loves, and unearthed secrets.
Community Reviews
Opinions on 'The Time of Secrets' are mixed, with many appreciating the film's gentle journey through Marcel Pagnol's childhood in Provence, highlighted by beautiful landscapes and a nostalgic atmosphere. However, some viewers felt the adaptation lacked the emotional depth and humor of earlier films like 'La Gloire de mon père'. While performances by actors like François Xavier Demaison were praised, others were criticized for overacting or not fitting the period setting.
👍 Beautiful landscapes and nostalgic atmosphere.
👎 May lack emotional depth compared to previous adaptations.
