Cycle of Time
C'était mieux demain
“Step into today's world...”
Synopsis
In 1950s France, Helene and Michel lead a simple life until a freak accident in 2025 leads to Helene becoming a bank executive and Michel struggling with unemployment and depression. Their children grow up in a technology-dominated world.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Alliance Française French Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 28, 2026
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$8.3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vinciane Millereau
- Screenplay & Story
- Vinciane Millereau, Julien Lambroschini
- Original Score
- Romain Trouillet
- Original Title
- C'était mieux demain
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Worldwide Gross
- $8.3M
- Production Studios
- UGC, Les Films du 24, uMedia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vinciane Millereau
Vinciane Millereau, Julien Lambroschini
Romain Trouillet
Philippe Guibert
Olivier Kahn
Department Leadership Roster
Vinciane Millereau
Screenplay
Vinciane Millereau
Director
Julien Lambroschini
Screenplay
Philippe Guibert
Director of Photography
Olivier Kahn
Producer
Romain Trouillet
Original Music Composer
Frédérique Leroy
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cycle of Time
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Cycle of Time about?
In 1950s France, Helene and Michel lead a simple life until a freak accident in 2025 leads to Helene becoming a bank executive and Michel struggling with unemployment and depression. Their children grow up in a technology-dominated world.
Who directed Cycle of Time?
Cycle of Time was directed by Vinciane Millereau.
Who stars in Cycle of Time?
The principal cast of Cycle of Time includes Elsa Zylberstein, Didier Bourdon, Mathilde Le Borgne, Céline Fuhrer, Maxim Foster.
When was Cycle of Time released and how long is it?
Cycle of Time was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
How much did Cycle of Time make at the box office?
Cycle of Time grossed $8.3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Cycle of Time?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cycle of Time was composed by Romain Trouillet.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Cycle of Time?
Cycle of Time holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: TP.