The Time Traveler's Wife
Due to a genetic disorder, handsome librarian Henry DeTamble involuntarily zips through time, appearing at various moments in the life of his true love, the beautiful artist Clare Abshire.
Critics Sentiment
Henry and Clare develop their relationship in the present day
Henry is accidentally shot by Clare's father while hunting elk
The film drops significantly from the joyful birth of Alba to the tragic revelation of Henry's impending death
Critics praised the strong chemistry between Bana and McAdams and the emotional authenticity of their unconventional romance, particularly in the childhood sequences and present-day relationship development. However, many felt the film struggled with pacing issues and a poorly executed ending that didn't match the emotional investment built throughout the story. The adaptation was generally seen as faithful to the source material's spirit, though some reviewers wished for deeper exploration of the relationship's complexities.
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Eric Bana
Henry DeTamble
Rachel McAdams
Clare Abshire
Arliss Howard
Richard DeTamble
Ron Livingston
Gomez
Stephen Tobolowsky
Dr. Kendrick
Michelle Nolden
Annette DeTamble
Jane McLean
Charisse
Hailey McCann
Alba at Nine and Ten
Tatum McCann
Alba at Four and Five
Brooklynn Proulx
Clare at Six and Eight
Alex Ferris
Henry at Six
Brian Bisson
Mark Abshire
Maggie Castle
Alicia Abshire
Fiona Reid
Lucille Abshire
Philip Craig
Philip Abshire
Katherine Trowell
Hospital Receptionist
Bart Bedford
Library Researcher
Esther Jun
Waitress
Matt Birman
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Craig Snoyer
Chicago Police #2
Crew
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