Restart

About This Movie

So, 'Restart' from 2023 is a really interesting mix of drama and thriller that plays with the concept of time in a way that's pretty fresh. The pacing is deliberate, almost contemplative at times, which really allows you to feel the weight of the protagonist's choices. You’ve got this meek high-school girl who discovers she can rewind time, and it's fascinating to see her spiral as she tries to right her wrongs, but at a cost. The atmosphere is a bit haunting, especially how her relationships shift and decay, particularly with her best friend. There’s a rawness in the performances that grounds the more fantastical elements. It’s not your typical time-travel flick, that’s for sure.

Explores themes of friendship and regretDistinctive take on time travelStrong character-driven narrative