The Present

A gentle, playful time-loop comedy that mixes slapstick mischief with tender family drama, ultimately leaving a warm, bittersweet glow.

Directed by

Christian Ditter

Genres

Comedy, Fantasy, Family

Starring

Easton Rocket Sweda, Isla Fisher, Greg Kinnear

Tagline

Time changes everything.

Overview

A brilliant boy discovers he can manipulate time using an enchanted family heirloom, then teaming up with his siblings to go back to the eve of their parents’ separation in hopes of changing the outcome. As their schemes become more elaborate, the siblings will learn about family bonds and what they can and can’t control.

How it feels

Warm, earnest, whimsical and melancholic. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Family, grief, coming-of-age, identity

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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