The trailer for the A24 thriller *Primetime*, released in early August, has driven positive trader sentiment through strong initial engagement and praise for Robert Pattinson’s transformation into Chris Hansen. A24’s track record with critic-favored releases, combined with the film’s Venice Film Festival competition slot on September 5, positions it for favorable early reviews ahead of the September 25 wide release. Some commentary notes unease with the sensitive subject matter drawn from *To Catch a Predator*, which could temper scores if critics prioritize tone over craft. Traders are watching for precursor signals from Venice and subsequent guild or critics’ circle reactions, as these often shape Tomatometer trajectories for fall prestige titles with limited early reviews.