We Live in Time
NZ release: 27 October 2024
Sex scenes, offensive language & nudity Rated on: 26 July 2024
What’s it about?
We Live in Time is about Almut (Florence Pugh) and Tobias (Andrew Garfield) who meet by chance and develop a deep, meaningful relationship. The story follows their journey through happy and difficult times, exploring love, loss, illness and how our memories shape us.
The facts
- Directed by John Crowley (Intermission, Brooklyn)
- Screenplay by Nick Payne
- English language
- Runtime: 108 minutes
- Festival screenings in October 2024, in-cinema release 25 January 2025
Why did it get this rating?
This film was cross-rated by the Film and Video Labelling Body. You can find out more about cross-rating here.
Terminal illness
A main storyline in the film is about a character's terminal illness diagnosis and how it impacts their family and relationship. The film explores grief and loss with thoughtful sensitivity; however, these themes could be distressing, especially for viewers who have personally faced, or know someone who has battled, a terminal illness.
Sex scenes
The film has passionate sex scenes that show affection and intimacy between the main characters, though nothing overly explicit. While there are brief shots of a woman’s breasts these scenes are handled with subtlety. The film also includes non-sexualised nudity.
Offensive language
The film contains some offensive language, though it’s not overly frequent or harsh, including words such as “f*ck” and “sh*t”.
Helplines:
The storyline about terminal illness could be upsetting for some viewers, especially for those who have gone through similar experiences. If you are struggling with what you have seen on-screen please reach out for help. If you or someone you know needs to talk:
Further information
Recent featured decisions
Graphic violence and offensive language
Sasha is an experienced climber and kayaker grieving the death of her husband. She heads into the Australian wilderness for a solo adventure. What starts as a trip to clear her head turns into a brutal fight for survival when she discovers a seemingly friendly local is actually hunting her through the remote national park.
Violence, self-harm, and content that may disturb
An American musical drama-thriller. A famous singer reunites with her estranged designer friend, hoping she will create the perfect dress for her upcoming return to the stage.