Primer

2004 • 77 minutes
4.4
509 reviews
73%
Tomatometer
PG-13
Rating
Eligible
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While conducting experiments in a garage, two brilliant engineers who lead double lives accidentally discover that their project enables them to travel back in time. Each man's curiosity leads to experiments without the other's knowledge, some with serious consequences. In an "ingenious blend of sci-fi and mystery" (Steven Read, "Philadelphia Inquirer"), viewers are challenged to solve the puzzle that is Primer.
Rating
PG-13

Ratings and reviews

4.4
509 reviews
Ducati Dave
July 17, 2014
Great film that easily melds reality with what drive travel could possibly be like. A down-to-earth vibe, catchy basic soundtrack, and error narration make this truly original movie a timeless B-movie classic. However. Caruth's non-stop pessimistic , moody attitude, and the 2 main characters wearing business shirts and ties through the whole movie definately detract. Also, some cute, nerdy chics thrown in would be nice.
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A Google user
March 20, 2014
The movie is touted as science fiction/fantasy but really it's a low-budget scifi thriller, which is mind-bending at times, but sometimes a bit confusing if you aren't following closely (and/or don't understand the math) But that's how time travel really is, isn't it? I mean think about it... If you could actually travel through time, there are so many variables to consider you'd probably just break the universe.
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John McDonald
August 27, 2014
this is the most difficult movie to ever follow the movie includes people going back in time to drug them self. recording of conversation to send to the past. 3 guys that have a total of 10 version of them selves in 11+ timelines. but here are tips for understanding the plot. 1.turn on subtitle 2. don't be on any other device.(phone,laptop,tablet,etc) 3. pause the movie to think about what just happen in the plot. 4.rewind to see what just happen if you don't know what just happen. 5.go on a artical to see a explanation of the movie.
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