Introduction"Temps" is a 2016 American independent funny film composed by Timothy A. Bennett and directed by Ryan Sage. The film stars Grant Rosenmeyer as Jefferson, Lindsey Shaw as Stephanie, and Reid Ewing as Curtis. Launched on April 5th, 2016, the movie blurs the conventional lines between comedy and love and primarily focuses on the experiences of millennials in the modern working world.
Plot SummaryIn "Temps", Jefferson (Grant Rosenmeyer) is a fun-loving, carefree character accustomed to a life of job-hopping, living at his parents' home, and maintaining a casual relationship with his high school sweetheart. He lands a temporary task at an insurance provider where Stephanie (Lindsey Shaw), a stunning and seemingly unattainable lady, also works. Regardless of taking the job as a simple rule, Jefferson rapidly ends up being drawn in to Stephanie.
Story DevelopmentAs the story establishes, Jefferson and Stephanie cultivate a relationship which progresses into a romantic relationship. Their relationship accelerates rapidly, however not without its problems. While Stephanie appears to want something serious, Jefferson fights with his commitment due to his free-spirited, responsibility-shy nature. His battle for commitment is additional showed through his dysfunctional relationship with his continually disappointed, eccentric friend, Curtis (Reid Ewing), who constantly finds himself in hot water due to his lascivious escapades.
Dispute and ResolutionOver time, Jefferson's noncommittal mindset types unpredictability and stress in his relationship with Stephanie. The lack of instructions in his life ends up being more obvious, ultimately causing a break in their relationship. Stephanie leaves Jefferson, requiring him to examine his lifestyle and purpose in life. This sets off a symbolic journey of self-discovery and maturity as Jefferson tries to recover Stephanie. After a series of personal failures, rejections, and self-questionings, Jefferson eventually recognizes the worth of dedication, fully grown love, and professional stability above temporary fun and avoidance of responsibility.
Conclusion and Reception"Temps" is a coming-of-age story that narrates the profession unpredictabilities, romantic goals, and uncertain futures that millennials often deal with. The witty dialogue and detailed character development effectively communicate the subtleties of millennial life and love. Upon release, the film got mixed responses from critics. Some applauded it for its candid representation of the unpredictability of modern-day relationships, while others criticized it for its adherence to foreseeable romantic movie tropes. Regardless, "Temps" successfully encapsulates the conflict between the desire for instant gratification and the requirement for long-lasting satisfaction, making it a relatable expect its target market.
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