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6.9
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Primer(2004)

Like Memento
Sci-Fi Thriller77 minDirected by Shane Carruth
"What happens if it actually works?"

Why Similar to Memento

Like Memento, Primer uses complex timeline structure to create confusion about sequence of events. Both films require multiple viewings to fully understand the narrative.

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Memory Score
6.9
IMDb Rating

Primer

2004•Shane Carruth•77 min•PG-13
"They say time is the fire in which we burn"

The Experience

Two engineers accidentally discover time travel in their garage. As they exploit multiple timelines for personal gain, reality fractures into dangerous paradoxes. A low-budget masterpiece that will melt your brain.

Cast & Crew

Director: Shane Carruth

Starring: Shane Carruth, David Sullivan, Casey Gooden

Production Details

Budget: $7,000

Box Office: $424,760

Age Rating:PG-13

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MEMORY COMPLEXITY SCORE

95
MEMORY INDEX
6.9
IMDB RATING
MEMORY DISTORTION LEVELEXTREME

A transcendent masterpiece that redefines memory-based storytelling, requiring multiple viewings for complete comprehension.

Sensitive Content Timeline

Primer does not contain any sensitive scenes - Family Friendly Content

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INTENSITY TIMELINE

Narrative Analysis
Discovery(35%)
First Loop(60%)
Exploitation(75%)
Paradox(90%)
Chaos(100%)
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CINEMATIC DNA

Genre Analysis
Sci-Fi
75%
Thriller
15%
Drama
10%

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FAQ About Primer

Common questions about Primer and how it compares to other memory-loss films like Memento.

What makes Primer like Memento in terms of memory loss themes?

Primer explores memory loss and identity confusion similar to Memento through sci-fi elements. Both films feature protagonists who struggle with fragmented memories and unreliable perceptions of reality.

Who directed Primer and what is its connection to Memento-style films?

Primer was directed by Shane Carruth in 2004. Like Memento, it uses innovative storytelling techniques to explore themes of memory, identity, and psychological complexity through non-linear narrative structure.

Where can I watch Primer online?

Primer streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Hulu, and other major streaming platforms for current availability in your area. The film is often available for rent or purchase on digital platforms.

Does Primer have mature content like other Memento-style psychological thrillers?

Primer is suitable for most audiences interested in memory-loss and psychological thriller films like Memento, with minimal mature content that focuses on intellectual and emotional complexity rather than explicit material.

How does Primer compare to Memento in terms of psychological complexity?

Primer shares Memento's psychological complexity through its sci-fi approach to memory and identity themes. Both films require multiple viewings to fully appreciate their intricate narrative structures and psychological depth.

What is the IMDb rating of Primer and how does it compare to Memento?

Primer has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. Like Memento (8.4/10), it's highly rated for its innovative storytelling, psychological depth, and memory-twisting narrative that challenges conventional film structure.

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