Primer
2004

Primer

★ 6.7 / 10
IMDb
Directed by Shane Carruth
Watch Trailer
Synopsis

Primer is a complex thriller about the accidental discovery of time travel. Engineers Aaron and Abe stumble upon something incredible in their garage, leading them down a dangerous path of paradoxes and mistrust.

Why Watch It
The complex plot featuring multiple overlapping timelines creates unexpected twists.
Did You Know?
  • The film was made on a budget of only $7,000.
  • Primer is director Shane Carruth's debut feature film.
  • All roles were cast with local Dallas, Texas actors.
  • Shane Carruth, the director, also played the lead role.
  • The plot is notorious for its complexity and lack of clarity.
Iconic Quotes
  • Are you hungry? I haven't eaten since later this afternoon.
  • What happens if it actually works?
  • Each time I woke up, I never knew where I was.
  • I can't expect you to believe me. But I need you to trust me.
  • You're talking about making a bigger one.
Editorial

Why Eltorama recommends this film

A brilliant and complex take on the time travel genre.
Appears in  Twisted Timelines →
The movie's plot revolves around the accidental discovery of a means of time travel which leads to complex paradoxes.