Review of Primer (2004) by Showie K — 04 Jan 2014

Interesting story but way too confusing. Hard to focus.

This review of Primer (2004) was written by Showie K on 04 Jan 2014.

Primer has generally received positive reviews.

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By Andrey B (847) on 28 Feb 2017

Very confusing and mind twisting. I don't say that it lacks originality but it could have been rendered in a more accessible form…

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By Rene Rodriguez (1,781) for Miami Herald (3,319) on 17 Jun 2016

Primer is obviously not for all tastes, but if it connects with you, prepare to be obsessed…

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By S.a. H (22) on 25 Mar 2017

I'm on a time-travel kick. This movie did not disappoint. What a mindfuck…

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By Ryan C (2,517) on 16 Mar 2017

That movie just gave me some anxiety. The story is presented in a non traditional matter which works well for a time travel movie…

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By Matthew C (1,721) on 11 Jul 2017

This is without a doubt the most complex and intricate sci-fi story ever told…

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By Letitia L (79) on 01 Aug 2016

Simple.. they are confused as we are.. a new genre of realism. I liked it.. not a time pass movie.. but a must watch for movie lovers…

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By Ismet I (2) on 26 Apr 2018

This movie Rocks on so many different levels. Much respect to the cast and director. Movies like this don't come around often…

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By Lari W (2) on 16 Nov 2017

Shane Carruth is a true master of storytelling, especially on such a limited budget…

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By Eduardo B (287) on 29 Oct 2018

Great ideas. I know the budget constraints but the cinematography is unnaceptable…

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By Spencer P (651) on 24 Jun 2017

An amazingly complex and original ultra-low-budget sci-fi film that plays tricks with the mind as well as hints at a dramatic drive underneath…

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