2021 * R * 1h 30m What an unexpected surprise this film is. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I'm glad I watched it. It's a little bit like "Groundhog Day" but not as goofy and much more romantic. If fact, "Groundhog Day" is referenced several times in the movie. The story revolves around Teddy (Race Spall), who is the ultimate procrastinator. One day he meets an older woman in the cemetery, where he's having a conversation with his deceased father. The woman basically tells him to "seize the day", and make every moment count. This is where the story really begins.
Right after he gets married to Leanne ( Zahra Newman) weird things start to happen. Every hour or two, he wakes up to find a whole year has passed and it's his anniversary. As you'd expect, a lot happens from year to year, and he tries to figure out what's going on and how to react. Spall does an outstanding job acting befuddled, trying hard to fill in the blanks. Although his relationship takes a major turn for the worse, he's never been out of love with his wife.
This is another one of those great Australian films you never hear about in the States. Just a fun little film I really enjoyed. Without giving away the ending, lets just say you'll smile when it's over.
3 1/2 out of 5 stars
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