Just in Time (1998)

Frank is a confident, charming author with a secret mistress in London; a relationship he wants to keep casual. Frank's secret is a burden he bears lightly, but he finds himself increasingly drawn into examining his unworthiness which ultimately horrifies him. Maria, an artist, is his good humoured wife putting a brave face on his neglect. Feeling increasingly emotional and isolated as she approaches middle age, she eventually breaks down admitting her loneliness at Frank's absences. The cathartic point of the film is when Michael, the co-owner of the cottage where they're staying, pays a visit with a woman other than his wife. Not knowing that he has left his wife and has moved in with this other woman, embarrassment and awkwardness increase, straining this social setting. With the illicit couple hot-footing it back to the city, Frank and Maria are left feeling threatened trying to reason the situation, at the midst of which lies Frank's secret.

Director: John Carney, Tom Hall
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 55 min
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Editing: J. Patrick Duffner
Production: Samson Films, Early Town Films
Country: Ireland
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: John Carney, Tom Hall
More Films in Genre: Drama, TV Movie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Just in Time about?
Frank is a confident, charming author with a secret mistress in London; a relationship he wants to keep casual. Frank's secret is a burden he bears lightly, but he finds himself increasingly drawn into examining his unworthiness which ultimately horrifies him. Maria, an artist, is his good humoured wife putting a brave face on his neglect. Feeling increasingly emotional and isolated as she approaches middle age, she eventually breaks down admitting her loneliness at Frank's absences. The cathartic point of the film is when Michael, the co-owner of the cottage where they're staying, pays a visit with a woman other than his wife. Not knowing that he has left his wife and has moved in with this other woman, embarrassment and awkwardness increase, straining this social setting. With the illicit couple hot-footing it back to the city, Frank and Maria are left feeling threatened trying to reason the situation, at the midst of which lies Frank's secret.
Who directed Just in Time?
Just in Time was directed by John Carney, Tom Hall.
Who stars in Just in Time?
Just in Time stars Gerard McSorley, Frances Barber, Michael McElhatton, Hilary Reynolds.
How long is Just in Time?
Just in Time has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is Just in Time?
Just in Time is a Drama, TV Movie film.
Where was Just in Time produced?
Just in Time was produced in Ireland.