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Time Is Up (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Time Is Up is a 2021 drama directed by Elisa Amoruso, starring Bella Thorne as Vivien, Benjamin Mascolo and Sebastiano Pigazzi. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes and earned $301,388 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 4.2/10.

IMDb rating
4.2/10
worldwide gross
$301.4K
Echo Score
33
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Time Is Up (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Director
Elisa Amoruso
Genre
Drama
Original language
Italian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Time Is Up About?

The premise of Time Is Up without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Vivien, a brilliant physicist, and Roy, a man struggling with his past, find their lives unexpectedly intertwined. A sudden accident forces them to reconsider their goals and priorities. Leaving behind the precision of scientific formulas, they embark on a journey to find happiness, confronting their present circumstances and discovering a thrilling, unpredictable adventure that challenges any predetermined plan.

Time Is Up Themes & Keywords

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  • accident
  • nipple piercing
  • nipple pierced
  • male and female protagonists
  • gay kiss
  • male with tattoo
  • bare chested male
  • gay
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Cast & crew

Time Is Up Cast & Characters

Bella Thorne leads the cast as Vivien, with Benjamin Mascolo as Roy and Sebastiano Pigazzi as Steve. Directed by Elisa Amoruso; 10 actors are credited in all.

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More from Elisa Amoruso

More films directed by Elisa Amoruso: Chiara Ferragni: Unposted and Off Road.

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Ratings

Time Is Up Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Time Is Up 4.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 33/100, strongest in sensory experience (44) and weakest in rewatch factor (22).

33 /100

Time Is Up Echo Score Breakdown

The film predominantly fails to engage, with most viewers citing flat performances and a derivative plot that undermines any romantic appeal. Critics highlight wooden acting, stilted dialogue, and a climax that feels absurd, while user feedback repeatedly mentions clichéd storytelling and lack of dramatic tension. Visual elements such as Rome’s scenery receive occasional praise, but excessive drone footage and disjointed editing detract from cohesion. Consequently, the movie offers limited enjoyment and low replay value.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 38

    In terms of direction and production design, the film offers picturesque Roman locations but suffers from uneven editing and overuse of drone montages. Critics and users note that the visual appeal is marred by abrupt cuts and a choppy narrative flow, suggesting a lack of cohesive craftsmanship. Overall, the artistic execution feels superficial and detracts from immersion.

  • Character & Emotion 32

    Character development and performances are consistently described as wooden and stiff, with multiple reviewers highlighting a lack of emotional depth and chemistry between leads. While a few comments mention occasional natural chemistry reflecting the actors’ real-life relationship, the prevailing view is that the dialogue feels forced and the portrayals fail to engage. Consequently, the film!s character work undermines its romantic premise.

  • Story & Flow 28

    The narrative is perceived as formulaic, relying on familiar romance tropes and a predictable love triangle that fails to generate tension. Reviewers criticize the pacing as sluggish and the plot as bland, noting that the story never rises above clichés despite an otherwise appealing setting. This lack of originality and engagement results in a weak overall storytelling experience.

  • Sensory Experience 44

    Sensory elements receive mixed feedback; the Italian scenery and occasional appealing cinematography are noted positively, yet the soundtrack and sound design are largely unmentioned. Users point out an overreliance on aerial drone shots that interrupt narrative flow, and editing choices contribute to a disjointed viewing experience. Overall, the sensory presentation feels uneven, offering moments of visual charm but lacking cohesive audio-visual integration.

  • Rewatch Factor 22

    Given the pervasive shortcomings in acting, plot, and editing, the film offers limited incentive for repeat viewings. Reviewers describe it as a waste of time with minimal entertainment value, and even occasional visual appeal does not compensate for its fundamental flaws. Consequently, the rewatch factor is low, suggesting the movie is unlikely to retain audience interest beyond an initial screening.

Plot

Time Is Up Plot Summary

What happens in Time Is Up from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Vivien, Bella Thorne, is a bright high school student who loves math and physics, navigating a world where privilege and popularity shape choices and futures. Steve, Sebastiano Pigazzi, is the clean-cut star of the swim team and Vivien’s boyfriend, yet he often vanishes without explanation, leaving her to wonder if she can trust him. Roy, Benjamin Mascolo stands in sharp contrast—poor, tattooed, and underperforming on the same team—under pressure from both the coach and his father to improve, because a Rome meet in two weeks could unlock a college scholarship.

Full summary

The whole story of Time Is Up, scene by scene

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Box office

Time Is Up Box Office

Time Is Up grossed $301,388 worldwide. $5,095 came from the US and Canada and $296,293 (98%) from the rest of the world.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$301.4K

US & Canada
$5.1K
International
$296.3K
US & Canada 2% Rest of the world 98%
Videos

Time Is Up Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Official Trailer
  • Trailer Theatrical Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Time Is Up?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Time Is Up Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “A Vida é Agora” and “Meilės žaidimai”.

Also known as
  • A Vida é Agora
  • Meilės žaidimai
  • 到此为止
  • После пробуждения
  • Süre Doldu
  • Se terminó el tiempo
  • 타임 이즈 업, დრო გავიდა
  • Τέλος Χρόνου
  • Pora na miłość

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FAQ

Time Is Up FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Time Is Up, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Time Is Up?

Time Is Up runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When was Time Is Up released?

Time Is Up was released on September 9, 2021.

Who directed Time Is Up?

Time Is Up was directed by Elisa Amoruso.

More films by Elisa Amoruso

Who is in the cast of Time Is Up?

Time Is Up stars Bella Thorne as Vivien, Benjamin Mascolo as Roy and Sebastiano Pigazzi as Steve, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Time Is Up make at the box office?

Time Is Up grossed $301,388 worldwide ($5,095 domestic, $296,293 international).

How is Time Is Up rated?

Time Is Up has 4.2/10 on IMDb, 65% on TMDB, 1.7/5 on Letterboxd and 2.9/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Time Is Up have a post-credit scene?

No. Time Is Up has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Time Is Up in?

The original language of Time Is Up is Italian.

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