Marjorie Prime

In the year 2050, 85-year-old Marjorie begins to show early signs of Alzheimer's disease. Her cognitive decline prompts her family to seek new solutions to support her memory and emotional needs.

Marjorie's daughter Tess and son-in-law Jon enlist the help of a groundbreaking system called Prime. This service creates holograms of deceased loved ones to assist patients with Alzheimer's by helping them recall lost stories.

Marjorie decides to interact with a holographic version of her late husband, Walter, who passed away fifteen years earlier. This choice sparks tension with Tess, who is skeptical about the implications and reliability of the technology.

As Marjorie spends time with Walter Prime, she begins to share her life stories. The holographic Walter enhances these narratives, creating joyful moments filled with cherished memories from her life.

Walter Prime grows increasingly curious about the real Walter's past and his struggles as a father. This leads to a revealing conversation between Jon and the hologram, uncovering deeper family dynamics.

During a vulnerable moment, Jon shares a painful family secret with Walter Prime: that Marjorie and Walter had a son, Damian, who tragically took his life forty years earlier. This somber revelation looms over the family and impacts Marjorie's mental state.

Tess discovers a Bible in the family home, which leads to a confrontation with Julie, Marjorie's caretaker. Tess accuses Julie of manipulating Marjorie's beliefs, resulting in a distressing incident that weakens Marjorie's already fragile condition.

The narrative takes a poignant turn as Marjorie passes away, leaving Tess to grapple with her loss. In an emotional moment, Tess confronts a Prime version of her mother, leading her to reflect on the nature of grief and memory.

Jon introduces Tess to a Prime version of her own mother as they navigate their grief. Tess remains skeptical of the artificial representation, questioning its authenticity compared to her mother’s true essence.

In a nostalgic flashback, Walter and Marjorie share a moment while watching the news about 'The Gates', an art installation. Together, they reflect on their lives and the tragedy that altered their family forever.

A year after Marjorie's death, Tess faces her own struggles while dealing with her Prime representation. Jon reveals the circumstances surrounding Tess's grief, adding layers to their complex family relationships.

Jon unveils Tess's granddaughter to Tess Prime, who never had the chance to build a relationship due to the estrangement. This moment serves as a reminder of family connections and the effects of loss across generations.

In a tender family gathering, Walter Prime, Marjorie Prime, and Tess Prime reminisce about their past. Through these discussions, memories of their dog Toni resurface, sparking recognition of Damian’s presence in their lives.

The film culminates with Walter apologizing for past sadness and Marjorie reflecting on the capacity to love. In this moment, the family comes to terms with their shared grief, understanding the value of remembrance and connection.