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Tom Hanks Shines in Nostalgic but Flawed Time-Travel Play

11/19/2025

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Tom Hanks, actor, stars in This World of Tomorrow as Bert, a scientist time-traveling to the 1939 New York World's Fair set in 2089, which notes that the past was not idyllic for everyone.
The narrative follows Bert's visits to Carmen, a local woman, exploring nostalgia and love.
Critics say the play lacks depth and chemistry, though the script shows repetitive elements and plot holes.
Hanks's performance is praised.

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Story summary

Tom Hanks, actor, stars in This World of Tomorrow as Bert, a scientist time-traveling to the 1939 New York World's Fair set in 2089, which notes that the past was not idyllic for everyone.
The narrative follows Bert's visits to Carmen, a local woman, exploring nostalgia and love.
Critics say the play lacks depth and chemistry, though the script shows repetitive elements and plot holes.
Hanks's performance is praised.