The three friends in question are Finn, Jasper, and Callie, who are all struggling artists living in a run-down apartment complex. They discover the time-lapse camera in their neighbor's apartment after he suddenly disappears, leaving behind a note instructing them to keep the machine running and to take a picture once a day.
At first, they use the machine to their advantage, using the photos to win bets and manipulate their personal and professional lives. However, as the photos become increasingly disturbing and violent, they realize that their actions are having dire consequences.
They soon discover that their neighbor was a scientist who had been experimenting with time travel, and the machine was part of a larger experiment that could have catastrophic effects on the future. As they struggle to unravel the mystery behind the camera and prevent a disaster, their relationships with each other become increasingly strained, leading to a shocking and heartbreaking conclusion.
Overall, Time Lapse is a thrilling and thought-provoking sci-fi drama that explores themes of morality, responsibility, and the implications of manipulating time.