While playing NWN2 I noticed that:
the clock was running on buffs during cutscenes and long conversations
there was no option to have anyone other than the player character do the talking for the party
I'm hopeful that these issues might be addressed in P:E. It would be very helpful for the timer to stop during conversations and cutscenes so that our preparations don't go to waste. Also, being able to designate someone other than the PC as the party mouthpiece would an excellent option.
Fragile wizards and sneaky rogues have no business taking the lead when dealing with hostile part