An old man, alone in his flat, experiences the daily struggles of living with dementia. Despite attempting to occupy himself with familiar routine, very soon reality starts to fall away and he finds himself in a state of confusion and panic.

Directors Paul Birkett & Andrea Jovanovska team up to produce a film with a lot of emotion and meaning. Forgotten In Time perfectly achieves what the filmmakers set out to do by capturing the experiences of someone suffering with dementia. It’s a well thought out take on a story which is seen a lot within short drama, but Birkett & Jovanovska have added their own personal take on the story with creative camera work, sound design and a wonderful performer.

The camera work in the film is strong and was used to great effect considering the limited space in the location. If anything it allowed for more creativity with the lens to seek out new shot possibilities which would be required in the edit due to the pace of the cuts. The sound design is very detailed and goes back to our comments about the camera work as they compliment each other well. The same can be said of the music from Abii Birkett which is subtle and familiar to create a dramatic theme of hope for the character. Everything ties in really well here and should be applauded.

The character of Tim played by the talented Robert Parker-Munn was captivating and endearing. You couldn’t help but immediately connect with Tim and the daily challenges he faces. Even the simple act of making a cup of tea is blurred by confusion and panic. Parker-Munn was able to deliver a raw and authentic portrayal that felt truly genuine which allowed the viewer to immerse themselves with the character. The music from Parker-Munn totally fits within the film and gives us the chance to see the real Tim if only for a moment.

The edit of the film is well structured and really helps establish the disconnect in the lead character. It’s unsurprising that Birkett also took on editing duties as there was clearly a lot of material to work with that spawned out of both director’s minds. The cutaway shots of clocks and appliances from around the house really adds an unsettling aspect of the characters struggles with dementia.

The story is so personal we wonder if the filmmakers themselves have witnessed this within their own families as it feels very close to them. If so, this is a powerful expression of that for others to better understand. It’s an artistic and compelling expression on the state of someones reality when they struggle with the simplest of tasks. This is a captivating film that may prove difficult for some to watch but is certainly worth your time…

— APEX Film Awards