An ordinary man suddenly finds that anything he says comes true. Or at least, almost anything.

Is it worth a watch? Honestly, yes. If you like those old movies where the special effects look like they were made with string and mirrors but still feel magical, you'll dig this. It is definitely for people who enjoy British whimsy and don't mind a bit of preachy 1930s philosophy at the end. If you hate slow pacing o...


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"Is it worth a watch? Honestly, yes. If you like those old movies where the special effects look like they were made with string and mirrors but still feel magical, you'll dig this. It is definitely for people who enjoy British whimsy and don't mind a bit of preachy 1930s philosophy at the end. If you hate slow pacing or guys in togas talking about the 'fate of man,' you might want to skip it. I found myself watching this on a rainy Sunday and it just hit the right spot. It’s based on an H.G. Wel..."

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