Pastime (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, Pastime is a drama film directed by Gianni Amelio, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. A retired teacher is sitting at a table outside a bar; it’s a beautiful sunny day. The waiter brings him breakfast. Soon after a young man arrives and the teacher invites him to sit, he was waiting for him. He is dark skinned. He comes from Mali. Well dressed, serene, ready for the “game” that the teacher is playing. It’s a puzzle game where one wins when completing a crossword. But there is a variable that makes this game impossible: guessing the solutions before the question is made. Nevertheless, the young man finishes the game. Or almost…
Who’s in it. Pastime stars Renato Carpentieri as The professor and Daouda Sissoko as The boy.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pastime page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pastime tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pastime (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pastime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Pastime?
- Pastime stars Renato Carpentieri and Daouda Sissoko.
- When was Pastime released?
- Pastime was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.