Primer

Primer was overall a very confusing movie to watch. I think it defenitely takes a couple of viewings before someone can figure out everything about what is going on. I think this is most likely due to the nonlinearity employed by the film makers when telling the story. Also, the complicated scientific jargon which is often used through out the movie inhibits the viewer from completely grasping what is happening in the movie. The basic plot line of the movie is comprehended but the subtler nuances sorounding time travel are lost. I dont entirely dislike the use of the scientific wording, however, because I think it really brings the viewer closer to what the characters are thinking and allows the viewer personal insight into the thoughts of the characters. Also it underscored the importance of technology in the movie and how this transcends into real life. In real life, the majority of the population has the ability to understand consumer technology but the knowledge tends to not go further than that. This movie pushes the viewer to think past the consumer based knowledge and delve into a more refined appreciation for what technology is and what it can do.