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Original Film 'Palmer' Out Now on Apple TV+, Starring Justin Timberlake

"Palmer," an original film that follows a former college football phenomenon who returns to his hometown after a stint in prison, is now available exclusively on Apple TV+.

Described as a story of "redemption, acceptance, and love, Palmer stars Justin Timberlake in its titular role.

Written by Cheryl Guerriero, "Palmer" follows a former college football phenomenon named Eddie Palmer (played by Timberlake) who, after a stint in prison, returns to his hometown to get his life back on track. There, he faces not only lingering conflicts from his past but also a much more surprising challenge as he finds himself suddenly in charge of a unique young boy who has been abandoned by his wayward mother.

Alongside Timberlake, "Palmer" stars Juno Temple, Alisha Wainwright, June Squibb, and Ryder Allen. The film is produced by Sidney Kimmel, John Penotti, Charlie Corwin, Daniel Nadler, and Academy Award winner Charles B. Wessler. The screenplay was written by Cheryl Guerriero, and it is directed by actor Fisher Stevens.

Apple recently announced plans to extend all ‌‌Apple TV‌+‌ free trials until July 2021, giving people more time to watch the available original content before making a decision on whether to subscribe. ‌‌Apple TV‌+‌ has been available for free since November 2019 for those who purchased an eligible Apple device in September 2019 or later.

Without the free trial, ‌‌Apple TV‌+‌ is priced at $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year, but Apple is also currently crediting paid subscribers as well. ‌‌Apple TV‌+‌ is available on iPhone, iPad, ‌Apple TV‌, Macs, consoles, and other set-top boxes, as well as smart TVs from brands like Samsung, Sony, and LG.

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contacos Avatar
69 months ago
Watching it right now and I don’t recommend this movie if you already feel like you are experiencing Covid depression. It is slow and a depressing downer this far. Watch Lilo & Stitch instead.
Score: 10 Votes (Like | Disagree)
69 months ago

why does everybody have to have a scruffy pig sty beard nowadays. Like Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey ?
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wow either you or your husband must not be able to grow a beard...
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
BeefCake 15 Avatar
69 months ago

why does everybody have to have a scruffy pig sty beard nowadays. Like Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey ?
shaving part of hygiene


Just because you have a beard, doesn't mean your dirty....
Score: 7 Votes (Like | Disagree)
contacos Avatar
69 months ago

Thanks, that could be helpful info.
Would be interested to know if you have a different view after seeing the entire film.
Ok I just finished it and it’s an emotional rollercoaster, ending on a positive note.
Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)
IIGS User Avatar
69 months ago

Watching it right now and I don’t recommend this movie if you already feel like you are experiencing Covid depression. It is slow and a depressing downer this far. Watch Lilo & Stitch instead.
I watched the trailer, and while I can't say you're wrong on that. It did tug at my heart strings.

I spend my entire 23 yr career dealing with people like the main character in this film. Human sadness and suffering takes it's toll on you. Whether you experience it first hand or are a witness to it.

I'm going to watch this film. It looks pretty good. I expect to leave it feeling a little sad, a little depressed. That's OK.

Sometimes it makes more sense to feel those emotions than to feel good from watching a bunch of cartoon animals prance on the screen.

It's better to feel really ****** emotions than to feel nothing at all, or mask what your feeling with some sort of analgesic. Whatever is numbing it eventually wears off, and then you just feel worse.

Suffering is central to the human condition. So is overcoming adversity, acceptance, admitting mistakes, and atoning for bad decisions.

This is the impression I get from the trailer, which would make it good cinema IMHO.

On a side note, when I retire and don't have to take a drug test any more, I'm smoking a giant bag of weed. All. The. Time......
Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)
PlainviewX Avatar
69 months ago
JT is a VERY underrated actor. Will check this out. Has a The Peanut Butter Falcon vibe to it which I really enjoyed.
Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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