Once again, Techine has proved himself the master of carving very real, tentalising, relevant and heart-wrenching relationships drama that never fail to grip the audience until way after the ending credits are finished. Changing Times is more a study of the difference between love and companionship, a question to be asked by the husband, the wife and the son. The feeling of the realness of the plot and the characters Techine instills in the audience is what makes his drama alluring and unforgettable, as opposed to "mainstream" Hollywood productions which never fail to extract themselves from the reality.
Having said that, is it just myself who thinks that despite the interesting stories of the characters, Despardieu seems to be the least interesting or enchanting character among them, followed by Denueve? Frankly I am way much more attracted to the son's and the husband's stories and their decision-making.
Furthermore, the conspicuous efforts to seep in the French-Morrocan ethnic tension from time to time in the movie seems to a bit out of place and distracting at times. Nonetheless, it is still a very good piece of work with a unique realness and human tension which is now a trademark of Techine. Changing Times deserves more than a 6.2 rating definitely and don't be put off.
Having said that, is it just myself who thinks that despite the interesting stories of the characters, Despardieu seems to be the least interesting or enchanting character among them, followed by Denueve? Frankly I am way much more attracted to the son's and the husband's stories and their decision-making.
Furthermore, the conspicuous efforts to seep in the French-Morrocan ethnic tension from time to time in the movie seems to a bit out of place and distracting at times. Nonetheless, it is still a very good piece of work with a unique realness and human tension which is now a trademark of Techine. Changing Times deserves more than a 6.2 rating definitely and don't be put off.