“The Time Machine” (2002) is a science fiction film directed by Simon Wells, based on H.G. Wells’ classic novel. The story follows Dr. Alexander Hartdegen, played by Guy Pearce, an inventor in Victorian-era New York. Devastated by a personal tragedy, he builds a time machine to change the past. When his attempts to alter history fail, he travels forward in time, reaching the year 802,701 AD.

In this distant future, Alexander discovers a divided world where the peaceful Eloi are preyed upon by the monstrous Morlocks. Alexander befriends a young Eloi woman named Mara, portrayed by Samantha Mumba. Determined to save the Eloi and defeat the Morlocks, he faces numerous challenges and battles.

The film features impressive visual effects and explores themes of fate and human ingenuity. Despite mixed reviews, it offers an engaging adaptation of the classic tale. The combination of adventure, romance, and futuristic elements makes it a memorable journey through time.