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      PG-13 Released Oct 28, 2005 1 hr. 45 min. Romance Comedy List
      50% 118 Reviews Tomatometer 52% 50,000+ Ratings Audience Score Rafi Gardet (Uma Thurman) is a 37-year-old divorced Catholic businesswoman falling for David (Bryan Greenberg), a 23-year-old Jewish artist. With the help of her therapist, Dr. Lisa Metzger (Meryl Streep), Rafi tries to overcome her insecurities and accept the age difference between her and David. But when Lisa learns more about her client's new love, she realizes that David is her son. As Lisa tries to separate the couple, Rafi and David fear that they may not be right for each other after all. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered Aug 15 Buy Now

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      Though Streep is dependably terrific in her role, the rest of the movie is too sitcom-ish, and the romance itself is dull.

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      Ron R Well I thought it was great. Ironic, heartfelt, heartbroken offbeat. Suit yourself. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/10/23 Full Review Kyle M Of course the fun anonymity of the premise wouldn't last long under comedic coasting built through the first half till it loosely declines with polished acceptance at the end, charmingly built enough boost from the performances particularly Meryl Streep's always the standout even during a comic level storyline. (B) Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 10/05/23 Full Review john e My 2022 quest to see all of Meryl Street's movie performances continues! This time around the film is Prime, released in 2005. It tells the story of Rafi Gardet (Uma Thurman), a freshly divorced woman of 37, and David Bloomberg (Bryan Greenberg) a 23-year-old struggling artist. The two meet randomly at the onset of the film, and shortly thereafter, David asks Rafi out on a date. Rafi is a little distraught over the age difference, but David doesn't see it as an issue. As Rafi struggles balancing the age difference against the emotional joy and sexual satisfaction that David is providing her, she confides intimate details of her budding relationship with her therapist Lisa Metzger (Streep). Viewers become aware very soon after the story begins unfolding that David is actually Metzger's son. Seems she uses her maiden name for her practice! It takes quite a bit longer before Dr. Metzger comes to realize that the man Rafi has been sharing intimate sexual details about, is her son… and this realization provides Streep with some of the funniest acting moments of her career. Streep imbues Metzger with a range of quirky uncomfortable fidgeting that is simply hilarious. The chemistry between Thurman and Greenberg is delightful, and the acting is top notch all the way around. Director Ben Younger peppers the movie with interesting cutaways that help elevate feelings, moods and humor in an unexpected way. Once the "big reveal" becomes known to all the characters there is a small amount of floundering within the story. When originally viewing I was disappointed with the film's final arc, but in hindsight it was because I was harboring a pre-conceived conclusion I wanted to happen. Upon reflection, the movie isn't about romance, it's about connections and growth. David's growth, Rafi's growth, and even Lisa Metzger's growth. Adjusting my perspective allowed me to enjoy the movie much more. The website Rotten Tomatoes gives the film an aggregated audience score of 52%. I think that is a shame. I would give it a score of at least 75%. The movie has much more going for it than not. It's not a great film, but it is an enjoyable one that has an original premise, respectable acting and many, many good laughs. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member This was a refreshing addition to the rom com genre . Loved the therapy sessions 2.9. One thing that bothered me was the stupid little “breakup scene”. It just felt forced so it was all just smooth sailing Rated 3 out of 5 stars 09/28/21 Full Review Audience Member I'm so surprised this movie is scored mediocre, it's one of my favorite romantic comedies ever! The actors are great, of course, it's romantic, original, funny, sexy... what more could you ask for? Curl up on the couch with a merlot and some popcorn and enjoy! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member Hay algo muy particular con ésta película, algo no embona desde el principio, me tomó verla un par de veces para poder apreciar que era y poder dar mi opinión de la manera más objetiva como trato de hacerlo siempre. La premisa es demasiado simple, demasiado tonta para la tonalidad de los personajes, unos personajes que tienen profundidad, que tienen carácter y donde sus acciones tienen consecuencias; y de repente sucede el malentendido que si, es parte fundamental de la trama, los personajes definitivamente son más inteligentes que eso para dejar que algo así impida su evolución, y aún así, la película trasciende. Las actuaciones de Thurman y la siempre mejor actriz Meryl Streep son fantásticas, muestran su talento al lanzar sus líneas de manera perfecta, con matices, un timing adecuado y cuando se vuelven demasiado solemnes, entregan un tinte de humor elegante, que muestra precisamente ésa realidad humana de reírnos de nuestros errores e infortunios. En cierto momento momento nos ponen la encrucijada de elegir si la relación amorosa debe continuar o no... tendrán que verla para saber el desenlace. Obviamente mi deseo siempre será que el amor triunfe por sobre todas las cosas, pero ésa es mi perspectiva romántica hacia la vida. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/04/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Robert Hanks Independent (UK) Rated: 2/5 May 13, 2006 Full Review Empire Magazine Rated: 2/5 May 12, 2006 Full Review Richard Roeper Ebert & Roeper The writing and direction by Ben Younger is crisp and insightful enough to prevail, and the performances are all very good. Oct 31, 2005 Full Review Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) One of the most humorous roles Meryl Streep has done Oct 19, 2020 Full Review Joshua Starnes ComingSoon.net Like most relationship films it has a tendency to self-indulgence. Prime is less about relationships than it is about life lessons - a funny, bittersweet one; but that is unfortunately what a lot of relationships turn out to be. Rated: 7/10 Apr 25, 2011 Full Review Cole Smithey ColeSmithey.com "Prime" is an above average romantic comedy that still doesn't quite make the grade. Rated: C+ Apr 17, 2009 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis Rafi Gardet (Uma Thurman) is a 37-year-old divorced Catholic businesswoman falling for David (Bryan Greenberg), a 23-year-old Jewish artist. With the help of her therapist, Dr. Lisa Metzger (Meryl Streep), Rafi tries to overcome her insecurities and accept the age difference between her and David. But when Lisa learns more about her client's new love, she realizes that David is her son. As Lisa tries to separate the couple, Rafi and David fear that they may not be right for each other after all.
      Director
      Ben Younger
      Executive Producer
      Mark Gordon, Bob Yari
      Screenwriter
      Ben Younger
      Distributor
      Universal Pictures
      Production Co
      Team Todd
      Rating
      PG-13 (Language|Including Dialogue|Sexual Content)
      Genre
      Romance, Comedy
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Oct 28, 2005, Wide
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Apr 19, 2016
      Box Office (Gross USA)
      $22.7M
      Sound Mix
      SDDS, Dolby SRD, DTS, Surround
      Aspect Ratio
      Scope (2.35:1)
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