Robert Pattinson takes on Chris Hansen and the world of To Catch a Predator in Primetime, A24’s new crime drama directed by Lance Oppenheim.

In this episode of Locked Off Logic, Peter and Tyler break down Primetime, Robert Pattinson’s performance as Chris Hansen, Skyler Gisondo’s standout role, and the film’s complicated look at predator sting operations, media sensationalism, justice, and entertainment.

The film features a stacked cast including Robert Pattinson, Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher, Phoebe Bridgers, Bokeem Woodbine, Anna Faris, Jonathan Lipnicki, Tony Revolori, and Alex Winter.

How accurately does Primetime capture the world surrounding To Catch a Predator? Does turning predator investigations into television help expose abuse—or risk turning justice into spectacle?

We discuss the film’s portrayal of child exploitation and predator investigations, the ethics of undercover sting operations, performative justice, documentary-style filmmaking, and what happens when journalism, entertainment, and law enforcement begin to overlap.


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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Primetime
02:03 Movie Trailers & Industry Buzz
04:03 Primetime, Predators & Human Trafficking
09:06 Robert Pattinson & Skyler Gisondo Performances
14:54 The Business of Catching Predators
20:09 Ethics of Undercover Predator Operations
24:47 Performative Justice & Media Sensationalism
29:51 Acting & Movie-Watching Habits
34:51 Upcoming Movies & Industry Trends
40:01 Awards Season & Movie Rankings
44:55 AI, Streaming & the Future of Film
50:01 Final Thoughts on Primetime