5 to 7

Name: 5 to 7
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: April 3, 2015
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 52
Cast: Anton Yelchin, Bérénice Marlohe, Lambert Wilson, Olivia Thirlby

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5 to 7

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IFC Films | Release Date: April 3, 2015

Starring: Anton Yelchin, Bérénice Marlohe, Lambert Wilson, Olivia Thirlby

Summary: A chance encounter on the streets of Manhattan draws 20-something aspiring writer Brian (Anton Yelchin) into a passionate love affair with a glamorous French woman (Bérénice Marlohe). The catch? She’s married, and can only meet him for hotel room trysts between the hours of 5 and 7. As Brian yearns for more than just two hours a day withA chance encounter on the streets of Manhattan draws 20-something aspiring writer Brian (Anton Yelchin) into a passionate love affair with a glamorous French woman (Bérénice Marlohe). The catch? She’s married, and can only meet him for hotel room trysts between the hours of 5 and 7. As Brian yearns for more than just two hours a day with the woman of his dreams, he learns hard won lessons about life and love.… Expand

Director: Victor Levin

Genre(s): Drama, Comedy, Romance

Rating: R

Runtime: 95 min

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New York Post - Kyle Smith

Apr 1, 2015

Proving it’s still possible to stick to the broad contours of “The Graduate” story and come up with something brightly endearing, 5 to 7 is a memorable directorial debut for “Mad Men” writer Victor Levin. Read full review

Observer - Rex Reed

Apr 1, 2015

From this less than enchanting excuse for a feature-length movie comes 5 to 7, featuring delicious performances, extremely witty dialogue without the customary Hollywood television punch lines, a convincing believability quotient, and some beautiful cameos, especially by Glenn Close and Frank Langella as Mr. Yelchin’s disapproving but modern, adaptable parents. Read full review

Variety - Peter Debruge

Feb 6, 2015

Courageously sentimental in an age of irony, Victor Levin’s refreshingly articulate 5 to 7 delivers romance of the sort thought lost since the days of Audrey Hepburn, for those who appreciate such finery. Read full review

The Dissolve - Scott Tobias

Mar 31, 2015

Accepted as fantasy, 5 To 7 has a bright, literate charm that’s hard to resist, thanks to the scattered witticisms in Levin’s script, a deftly managed tone, and fine performances across the cast. Read full review

The New York Times - Manohla Dargis

Apr 2, 2015

The city doesn’t need to be real in a romantic movie, but the feelings must be. Although Mr. Levin tends to embrace clichés and overstatement (Brian’s parents, Arlene and Sam, played by Glenn Close and Frank Langella, are straight out of Yiddish vaudeville), he can also surprise you with delicate touches, a pained look, a wince of recognition. Read full review

New York Daily News - Katharine Pushkar

Apr 2, 2015

Nostalgia only works if the audience buys into the act. As a writer-producer for “Mad Men,” Levin should know this. Read full review

The Playlist - Rodrigo Perez

Jan 29, 2015

Much more of an adolescent male fantasy than a relatable, genuine film about love or relationships, “5 To 7” is deeply naïve and has very few, if any real insights to the heart or human condition. Read full review

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andra

Oct 17, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The fact that they didn't stay together is one of the stupidest things I've ever seen, especially in today's society where marriages and family dynamics are evolving so rapidly. Nevertheless it is a great film, the cinematography is simple and intimate, yet not heavily filled with emotions and drama. It's a clear reason why having an affair could backfire and why people should think twice, not because it's wrong or unthinkable or traditional, but because you could fall in love when you know you shouldn't and then set yourself for major heartbreak. And last I heard, nobody likes emotional pain. It was an excellent story, I recommend watching it wholeheartedly.… Expand

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LeZee

Jan 24, 2016

Is this based on any famous book? The answer is simply no. Purely a cinematic work written and directed by a first timer. One of the very unique storyline and one of the beautiful indie films of the 2015 that needs wider recognition. The first thing anyone who decides to watch this must keepIs this based on any famous book? The answer is simply no. Purely a cinematic work written and directed by a first timer. One of the very unique storyline and one of the beautiful indie films of the 2015 that needs wider recognition. The first thing anyone who decides to watch this must keep their mind open, because the majority would think it is an atheist propaganda. But I say it looks in whatever way you see it.

Quite similar to the British film 'The 7.39'. Both are completely different from each other, except that timeline where most of the story happens as it is denoted in their titles. Yes, 5 to 7 is the time in the dusk hours where two people meet. It all begins when a young writer Brian in his early twenties meets a woman called Arielle in her early thirties on a roadside and instantly they become friends. Like it's their destiny to meet, they found each other.

After the initial stumble, they decide to meet every day at the same time. Their new relationship is not based on the thousands of years of the human civilization, but beyond that with the mutuals understanding. When the rules have broken, the cracks begin to appear and it all ends after a series of turns in the tale. Predictable conclusion, but very much suitable and highly standard.

"Life is a collection of moments.
The idea is to have as many good ones as you can."

Like most of the movies this one opened with a background narration about the situation of the man of the movie. Like how it all began, then in the first 15 minutes itself, there are many tiny twists on the line of development of the story carried on and introduces a few other characters along. But keeps the tidiness on one relationship throughout the movie and explores only a certain kind of atmosphere to focus everything on a single line.

If you don't believe in religion means not this is a celebratable movie for you or anyone who are like you. The contents were very sensitive, even for the atheists. It was a lot like the hippie culture, but only on the matter of the relationship, especially 'One life-One wife' angle. In some angles, it gives the assumption that it is a clash of two cultures. But I don't think that's a true, especially in the French perspective as the story takes place in NYC.

The movie is a debatable, but if you take the movie 'Hall Pass' on the account, this film's concept is not that apart. I have heard that in the rural China, the brothers marrying a same woman due to large gender imbalance in the country after one-child policy set by the communist party. So this is not a strange thing, at least for a few people. This film might be accepted merely on a certain the section of the audience, but it's only a matter of time to adapt and accepted by a large number. I don't know about the prostitutions, but definitely it will abolish cheating within the marriage.

It had a plenty of awesome lines. You know I collect the good ones from the movies I watch, so I had many pauses. It sentimentally strikes strongly, that means you can't wet your eyes, but can be felt in your deep heart. So romantically appealing beside the theme is uncomfortable for the current social lifestyle. The film is not about what's right and what's wrong, but giving commitment to the oath one has taken. Not to hurt anybody, even though you hurt by yourself from making a mistake.

But again, it's not either about mistakes, but respecting the individual's desire for what they think is keeping them happy. If you exclude religion from the social rule book, this film might make sense. I think this could be the film, the more it gets old and the future generation will think one of the advanced work regarding the lifestyle of that time.

Maybe this is an Anton Yelchin's best movie I have ever seen. Phenomenal performance along with the French actress who was so beautiful, especially her smiley expressions were what set a mood for the movie. Very handy supporting cameos by a couple of senior artists. I wanted Alivia Thirlby to stay longer, but she was another cameo like supporting character. Anyway, good to see her after a long time, though 'Dredd' came just a couple of years ago.

Like I mentioned, people see it with their own perspective on what they believe in. Does not matter what you believe in, but all I'm saying is it is a wonderful movie, so please keep aside your differences and watch it. Youngsters might show more interest in this than the old people, mainly, because in the last 50 years cultural lifestyle took a long leap forward by modernising and free to express.

There won't be any issue if you consider it a simple, but the atypical entertainment movie like hundred of others. Remember, it is a dark comedy as well, so often it filled with some fun scenes. I felt it was almost a masterpiece, but the fact is it is not, for being a non-traditional romantic drama is the reason behind to my consideration. Still, it is a must see film and I won't refuse that.… Expand

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terribleorv

May 11, 2017

A beautiful movie of a different way of looking at marriage. Absolutely gorgeous throughout, including the soundtrack. This is one of the most poignant, and beautiful movies I've ever watched. I have been captivated by this movie and cannot understand how it could not have reaped numerousA beautiful movie of a different way of looking at marriage. Absolutely gorgeous throughout, including the soundtrack. This is one of the most poignant, and beautiful movies I've ever watched. I have been captivated by this movie and cannot understand how it could not have reaped numerous awards. Oscar is blind.… Expand

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norse

Apr 12, 2017

This is hands down the most impressive movie I have ever seen.

The writing is superb both in verbal banter and storytelling, the actors are throughout delivering pitch perfect performances (and I have to say, I had no idea of the range Yelchin had based on seeing him in Star Trek - what aThis is hands down the most impressive movie I have ever seen.

The writing is superb both in verbal banter and storytelling, the actors are throughout delivering pitch perfect performances (and I have to say, I had no idea of the range Yelchin had based on seeing him in Star Trek - what a tragic loss!), the score is moving and the cinematography unique and visually impressive. It defies the categorization as a rom-com: it avoids all the cliches, and shows characters that come across as genuine in their emotions and motivation, and it consistently manages to not cross the line to unrealistic anxiety and tension.

Masterpiece.… Expand

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

Friskytiger81

Jul 12, 2015

Wow! Wasn't expecting this. Very romantic film that has an easy premise, "an affair without attachments" and evokes a sense of longing that few films come close to. The chemistry between Bejo and Yelchin (who I hadn't liked in much of his other films) is palpable. As good as the script andWow! Wasn't expecting this. Very romantic film that has an easy premise, "an affair without attachments" and evokes a sense of longing that few films come close to. The chemistry between Bejo and Yelchin (who I hadn't liked in much of his other films) is palpable. As good as the script and direction are, there would not be a film without the charm and charisma of the enchanting Berenice Bejo. Wonderful score.… Expand

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smiyamot

Dec 16, 2015

I like movies with story lines I've never seen before and this one is a winner. We meet a French woman (of course) and she has a lover from 5 to 7, the same time as her husband has a mistress. How convenient, how civilized, how French. The French always tell us Americans we just don't getI like movies with story lines I've never seen before and this one is a winner. We meet a French woman (of course) and she has a lover from 5 to 7, the same time as her husband has a mistress. How convenient, how civilized, how French. The French always tell us Americans we just don't get it. Yada, yada, yada. So what happens when the lover wants to be the husband? What happens when the mistress wants to be the wife? Okay, I had a French girlfriend who told me her story and, yup, just like this movie. I can understand couples who marry for family wealth, social position, etc having this relationship on the side, hmmm (Bill and Hillary?) but not regular folks. It's too complicated.… Expand

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RoraEst

Jun 28, 2015

The perfection of this movie was how simple the story actually. The screenplay was truthful with the main idea of just how to bring these two characters be together and ever last in love. It gives a deep thought of how we hunger of dramatic tragic love, but still elegant till the end. It'sThe perfection of this movie was how simple the story actually. The screenplay was truthful with the main idea of just how to bring these two characters be together and ever last in love. It gives a deep thought of how we hunger of dramatic tragic love, but still elegant till the end. It's so romantic and easy to watch (I think this is the whole point, easy to watch) and actually, I couldn't stop thinking about it. The music was so wonderful and reminds me of 'Somewhere in Time'. Great score.… Expand

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