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In a poignant twist, the film concludes with a present-day Doug, unaware of the time travel and heroics that occurred before. Claire wrestles with her knowledge of his sacrifice, unsure of how to reveal the truth that time travel can’t fix everything but significantly alters lives forever.
Reflections on the Nature of Time Travel
The film offers a heart-wrenching message about the limitations of time travel—a poignant reminder that heroics can still lead to tragic outcomes. It emphasizes the complexities of fate, the fragility of life, and the age-old question of whether some events are meant to be altered. In the end, we are left with the notion that while time travel could offer temporary hope, it cannot rewrite destiny without consequences.