The Timekeeper

Set in the fall of 1964, The Timekeeper follows Martin Bishop, an eighteen-year-old who joins a group of unstable workers tasked with completing the last fifty-two miles of a railway in the wilderness. As he navigates this harsh environment, Bishop uncovers unsettling truths about the camp's operations, particularly concerning the fate of those who oppose the foreman, Fisk.

The film delves into themes of survival and resilience as Bishop finds himself expelled into the vastness of the forest, where he must confront both the elements and his own limitations. The adventure genre is highlighted through the challenges faced by the characters, who are depicted as a mix of drunks, thieves, and unstable individuals, all struggling to find their place in a hostile setting.