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BrandonW.Jul 17, 2010

This is Christopher Nolan's masterpiece. I did not expect him to outdo TDK so soon in terms of greatness but he has. The fact that he wrote the script himself and hardly used the greenscreen CGI effect through fighting scenes in the This is Christopher Nolan's masterpiece. I did not expect him to outdo TDK so soon in terms of greatness but he has. The fact that he wrote the script himself and hardly used the greenscreen CGI effect through fighting scenes in the film blows my mind. This is the best movie I have ever seen… Expand

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BMWJul 17, 2010

This movie had promise, the story was awesome, and the special effects were great. But, it was so long, boring, and confusing. That I wanted to leave the whole time, and get my $9.50 back. I don't know what these people are on who give This movie had promise, the story was awesome, and the special effects were great. But, it was so long, boring, and confusing. That I wanted to leave the whole time, and get my $9.50 back. I don't know what these people are on who give this movie 9's and 10's. Don't get me wrong, i love a psychological thriller here and there, but this movie was just plain headache inducing. So many people walked out of the theatre with a migraine after that 2 and a half hour piece of garbage. Oh yeah, the acting was good. Yet not good enough to save this matrix wannabe.… Expand

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ChristopherL.Jul 17, 2010

Intense and mind blowing from start to finish!

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AdelbertS.Jul 17, 2010

Inception throws you in the deep end immediately, with exciting new ideas and concepts which are brought to life with fantastic visuals. And from then on the movie just goes from strength to strength. The film is filled with emotional Inception throws you in the deep end immediately, with exciting new ideas and concepts which are brought to life with fantastic visuals. And from then on the movie just goes from strength to strength. The film is filled with emotional insights, humour and clever twists. DiCaprio is imminently relatable and the rest of the cast all play their roles brilliantly - this is what cinema is about. The film climaxes as it reaches its end and we're left with a tantalising, thought-provoking ending. As a whole, Inception brings a whole host of fascinating concepts to the table and drives them through an exciting story-arc. It's a brilliant film and one I'd highly recommend watching.… Expand

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BryanF.Jul 17, 2010

A truly amazing and mind-blowing film that knocks any thing else this year (and perhaps this decade) out of the water. The one thing that this movie requires is intellect (which all good movies should), and if you can muster that, then I A truly amazing and mind-blowing film that knocks any thing else this year (and perhaps this decade) out of the water. The one thing that this movie requires is intellect (which all good movies should), and if you can muster that, then I guarantee you will walk out of the theater completely mesmerized.… Expand

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DaveH.Jul 17, 2010

Superb film with some jaw dropping scenes and a superb cliffhanger of an ending.

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JackK.Jul 17, 2010

Nolan weaves an intricate and well-thought sci-fi story from start to finish, but doesn't fully succeed in capturing the real personality of dreams... the ones I saw in Inception were surprisingly lucid, lacking in the absurd and random Nolan weaves an intricate and well-thought sci-fi story from start to finish, but doesn't fully succeed in capturing the real personality of dreams... the ones I saw in Inception were surprisingly lucid, lacking in the absurd and random aspects that truly define the dreams we have every night. Aside from that, it's one of the best movies I've seen in a long time, with a truly mind-bending fight scene in a tumbling hotel room being my highlight of the movie.… Expand

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GeorgeN.Jul 17, 2010

Best movie I've seen in a while. It really reminded me of the Matrix AND of how bad this summer's movies have been.

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IanM.Jul 17, 2010

Completely original and amazing.

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SilasH.Jul 17, 2010

The production value alone makes it worth seeing, but the complexity of the story makes it worth seeing twice. Possibly the best movie to come out so far this year. The only reason someone could hate it is if they didn't follow it... The production value alone makes it worth seeing, but the complexity of the story makes it worth seeing twice. Possibly the best movie to come out so far this year. The only reason someone could hate it is if they didn't follow it... which it's really not that hard to.… Expand

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JaredC.Jul 17, 2010

If someone gave this film a bad review, it's because they have no brain to actually understand the story. People are always whining and complaining on how confusing Inception was. Well obviously those people didn't even watch the If someone gave this film a bad review, it's because they have no brain to actually understand the story. People are always whining and complaining on how confusing Inception was. Well obviously those people didn't even watch the movie because if people actually paid attention, they'd actually understand what is going on. Second of all, if this movie isn't up for any Academy Awards then I'll be pissed. The Dark Knight wasn't up for anything 2 years ago, and Chris Nolan was ticked off. Although, the reason why he didn't make another Batman movie was because he wanted that academy award that he should've got 2 years ago. Nolan wanted to go even deeper, so the Academy would actually for once give him credit for something that no one has ever done. This movie is as good as the Dark Knight, but goes even deeper within the realm of mind. The Academy better be right this year because I'm not watching some crappy britain movie that no one even knows that somehow is better than Inception. This movie is the best movie of the year, and if it isn't then what is?… Expand

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JonW.Jul 17, 2010

Great movie, smart script but great action sequences too. All the actors were well chosen. Just go see it!!!

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KarlR.Jul 17, 2010

Not quite perfect, but a *lot* of fun to watch with a mind bending plot that leaves all other summer block busters in the dust.

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KristijonasF..Jul 17, 2010

This movie blew me away. Absolutely captivating from start to finish and relentlessly involving. It does not take a genius IQ to keep up with the plot but this movie does require an investment of the viewer's attention. Ladies and This movie blew me away. Absolutely captivating from start to finish and relentlessly involving. It does not take a genius IQ to keep up with the plot but this movie does require an investment of the viewer's attention. Ladies and Gentlemen, this is not your average brainless "shoot 'em up," and that is why I loved "Inception." This year's grandest mind-f***, and an absolute classic.… Expand

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ChrisT.Jul 17, 2010

This is precisely why I hate the Village Voice reviews. They come across as pretentious nonsense, purely devised to go against the popular opinion. I can picture the editorial staff at VV conspiring against all the 'buzz' purely so This is precisely why I hate the Village Voice reviews. They come across as pretentious nonsense, purely devised to go against the popular opinion. I can picture the editorial staff at VV conspiring against all the 'buzz' purely so that their negative review can stand out from the rest. Ridiculous.… Expand

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JoshD.Jul 17, 2010

This movie was absolutely fantastic. Breath-taking and just awesome.

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JasonC.Jul 17, 2010

I have been waiting to see this movie since I first read about it, and was reading reviews all week getting excited, but seeing it STILL blew me away. It was brilliant. This is not just a great movie but a masterpiece. Unique, complex, full I have been waiting to see this movie since I first read about it, and was reading reviews all week getting excited, but seeing it STILL blew me away. It was brilliant. This is not just a great movie but a masterpiece. Unique, complex, full of great action, and enjoyable characters. This is Christopher Nolan's crowning achievement (so far), and a movie masterpiece.… Expand

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JustinM.Jul 17, 2010

Firstly let me say that the pro critics shown on this page that rated Inception low, very low, must have only watched the completely silent, totally uninformative trailer (the original short). Either they didn't watch it or they are Firstly let me say that the pro critics shown on this page that rated Inception low, very low, must have only watched the completely silent, totally uninformative trailer (the original short). Either they didn't watch it or they are genuinely not smart enough to break the relatively steep learning curve of the movie quickly enough to enjoy it. And the learning curve is indeed steep. The movie progresses quickly and if you aren't quite able to work out the concepts that are "between the lines" you might end up leaving thinking what David Edelstein wrote in his review: "Inception manages to be clunky and confusing on four separate levels of reality." What he writes here is only half true. The movie is a bit confusing and leaves a lot of the thought work to the audience. It is NOT however "clunky"; the concepts are provided very elegantly and with great depth from the start. Here is what I feel is one of the dumbest of the reviews of this movie, it is by Nick Pinkerton of the Village Voice. He says: "It's obvious that Nolan either can't articulate or doesn't believe in a distinction between living feelings and dreams" I was honestly totally blown away by the sheer idiocy this comment. Why? Inception spends the entire movie explaining EXACTLY this. The idea that (quoting Pinkerton again) the "distinction between living feelings and dreams" can become forever blurred is probably the single most critical concept of Inception. It provides the foundation for the antagonist and the dramatic aspects, the consequences of failure and death in this otherwise safe dreamworld. Remove this foundation and the movie becomes nothing more simple and dull action movie. It is blatantly obvious that Nick Pinkerton either didn't even watch Inception in whole or it simply was far above his ability to think critically; flying over his head with such speed there must be a burn mark. Moving on from the critics, the movie is quite good. It is smart and thought provoking, the kind of movie that keeps you excitedly discussing it with your friends on the ride home. It is an action movie that is spared from the current tediousness of action movies by the critical dramatic tenants of love, loss (and the ability to cope with it) and the sense of terrible consequences of failure, keeping you sitting upright and empathetic to the characters for the whole movie. That is really saying something considering that the movie is rather long at 2 hours and 30 minutes. This sort of length has ruined some movies by keeping you so long it becomes impossible to keep interest, ruining the whole experience. This is NOT the case with Inception. When the movie ended I was hugely surprised that so much time had passed. Inception keeps you fully engaged the entire movie and even after two and a half hours you'll find yourself wishing there was more. With the above in mind remember to hit the bathroom before the movie because there is simply no moment of the movie that is good to leave during, every moment is important and great. Go see it, I promise you'll like it.… Expand

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WayneB.Jul 17, 2010

So Avatar and Toy Story got Higher Reviews. Clearly there are people in this world who don't appreciate great casting, acting, story, action and suspense. And would Ratherhave Movies like avatar and Toy story 3 that are not bad. But So Avatar and Toy Story got Higher Reviews. Clearly there are people in this world who don't appreciate great casting, acting, story, action and suspense. And would Ratherhave Movies like avatar and Toy story 3 that are not bad. But lack most of the above. Ps. not to sound cliche, but this was the first movie i was actually on the Edge of my Seat (along with everyone else in the Cinema).… Expand

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JimHJul 17, 2010

Like other Nolan movies, you are distracted from the film's narrative holes by his style and flair. But I still had a hard time getting past the film's central conceit of induced dreaming. And people don't dream as soon as Like other Nolan movies, you are distracted from the film's narrative holes by his style and flair. But I still had a hard time getting past the film's central conceit of induced dreaming. And people don't dream as soon as they fall asleep. And aren't there easier, less cool ways to steal corporate secrets? And how did Cobb first discover then market his abilities? To me, this movie still does not supersede the Matrix, as I would have expected and which I thought we'd be capable of doing by this point in time.… Expand

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AlexP.Jul 17, 2010

This movie was incredible. Best movie I've seen in years. Better than the Matrix. Chris Nolan really pulled off an unbelievable piece of directing and the story is absolutely amazing. Don't miss it!

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GregW.Jul 17, 2010

It's an original concept. Directors, like Quentin Tarantino, Brad Anderson, Paul Thomas Anderson and Christpher Nolan should be commended, because they've been able to entertain us with complex and thought-provoking material.

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FelipeRicoJul 17, 2010

Inception was so awesome,with lots of dreams, awesome setting,cool visual effects,great characters,and mindless fun to watch that sucks into your mind!

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PRichJul 17, 2010

Oscar buzz here we come.

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Jean-PhilippeC.Jul 17, 2010

This is really an amazaing movie, a little bit complicated but SO good!!

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SheriR.Jul 17, 2010

Wildly creative, edge-of-your-seat action, but so complex that it was difficult to keep up with...and only one of the characters is fully fleshed out.

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MarkU.Jul 17, 2010

PHENOMENAL! That is all i have to say about this incredible movie, this interesting movie about how dreams work with your brain and the sub-conscious part of your mind really makes you say "Oh wow!" This movie had great action, especially in PHENOMENAL! That is all i have to say about this incredible movie, this interesting movie about how dreams work with your brain and the sub-conscious part of your mind really makes you say "Oh wow!" This movie had great action, especially in the dream state from level 1, 2, 3, and even level 4! This movie is by far the best of the summer!… Expand

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StevenC.Jul 17, 2010

This is old fashioned epic movie-making masquerading as a summer blockbuster. The kind of film they don't, but should, make anymore. I fail to see where anyone could find this film confusing or hard to follow. All you need is something This is old fashioned epic movie-making masquerading as a summer blockbuster. The kind of film they don't, but should, make anymore. I fail to see where anyone could find this film confusing or hard to follow. All you need is something called an attention span. It should be a prerequisite for critics to have a certain I.Q. before they are allowed to review films. Best film of the year thus far. Highly recommended.… Expand

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JBJul 17, 2010

Leagues beyond what anyone else in Hollywood is able to even dream of, much less create, Christopher Nolan is quite simply the Leonardo Da Vinci of film, and Inception his Mona Lisa.

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MarkB.Jul 17, 2010

Superb movie! Amazing visuals and some nice concepts..if not overly original. i started to flag half way through due to the high pace from start to finish..which is tough for 2 1/2 hours!:) I don't think it was confusing and wasn't Superb movie! Amazing visuals and some nice concepts..if not overly original. i started to flag half way through due to the high pace from start to finish..which is tough for 2 1/2 hours!:) I don't think it was confusing and wasn't let down by it not being better than other Sci Fi movies out there.(i wouldn't watch it again....unlike the matrix which always leaves the hairs on the back of my neck standing in the last quarter of an hour of the movie) If you take it for what it is... it's a good watch!… Expand

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EvinC.Jul 17, 2010

A film that can't be explained in words but only by Nolan's fantastic vision. That ending is overwhelmingly amazing,

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RobP.Jul 17, 2010

Original! Finally a movie that isn't an adaptation of a novel, sequel, or a remake! Excellent acting, amazing storytelling, and awesome visual effects. A movie that deserves Best Picture.

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PatrickK.Jul 17, 2010

This movie was great and had a complex plot. Special effects were a nice bonus. If you thought the plot was convoluted or boring... it's because you have the intelligence of a 10 yr old or don't have the attention span to read a book.

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SamY.Jul 17, 2010

Simply amazing.

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MichaelC.Jul 17, 2010

Nothing short than amazing. Great story, fine acting, and the second-half of the film had me on my toes the entire time. I don't know who these people are that are bogging it down as "too confusing" or "emotionally lacking." This film Nothing short than amazing. Great story, fine acting, and the second-half of the film had me on my toes the entire time. I don't know who these people are that are bogging it down as "too confusing" or "emotionally lacking." This film touched me on many levels: visually, mentally and emotionally. I saw the midnight show and can't wait to see it again.… Expand

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ZachC.Jul 17, 2010

Inception was an EPIC movie all the way though it! i was on the edge of my seat! this i most definitely the years best movie yet!

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RPJul 17, 2010

Pure genius. Christopher Nolan has invented a wholly original and thoughtful film that takes you in to the hear of dreams. The visual effects, sound editing, and sound mixing are spectacular. If you pay attention throughout the entire film, Pure genius. Christopher Nolan has invented a wholly original and thoughtful film that takes you in to the hear of dreams. The visual effects, sound editing, and sound mixing are spectacular. If you pay attention throughout the entire film, you will not find it too confusing at all.… Expand

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VladS.Jul 17, 2010

Great effects, spectacular imagery, appealing characters/cast (loved Marion Cotillard), and a terrific story that more than make up for comparatively minor shortcomings that need not be detailed in this trite review of mine. I've only Great effects, spectacular imagery, appealing characters/cast (loved Marion Cotillard), and a terrific story that more than make up for comparatively minor shortcomings that need not be detailed in this trite review of mine. I've only chimed in here because I can't remember the last time I saw a movie where the audience reacted so positively at the end and kept up such a continuous happy buzz, from the moment we began to make our way out of the theater 'til the time we left the building and headed our separate ways (instead of simply dying out by the time we hit the escalator). I guess I'd say this was a cinematic AND sociological experience.… Expand

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HarrisonH.Jul 17, 2010

Like in Prestige and Memento, Nolan builds scenarios in his movies that rattle the mind, and cause the viewer to question everything they've seen. This is a fantastic movie, and it saddens me that people who can't comprehend the Like in Prestige and Memento, Nolan builds scenarios in his movies that rattle the mind, and cause the viewer to question everything they've seen. This is a fantastic movie, and it saddens me that people who can't comprehend the complexities of this movie have marred the user score and metascore with their negative ratings.… Expand

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KyleJ.Jul 17, 2010

This is an outstanding movie. There isn't much quite like it you, me, or anyone else have ever seen. It is not for your average moviegoer, it doesn't have a dumbed down plot like some consider Avatar of doing and that is perhaps This is an outstanding movie. There isn't much quite like it you, me, or anyone else have ever seen. It is not for your average moviegoer, it doesn't have a dumbed down plot like some consider Avatar of doing and that is perhaps the greatest asset of the film aside from its originality. You WILL be sorry for missing it because after multiple viewings this film has filled the only spot in my mind that says: Masterpiece.… Expand

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JesseB.Jul 17, 2010

I think I've finally had it up to about here with Christopher Nolan. If you have ever seen a photograph of him, you might come away with the impression that his cranium is a tad larger than the rest of polite society (literally). This I think I've finally had it up to about here with Christopher Nolan. If you have ever seen a photograph of him, you might come away with the impression that his cranium is a tad larger than the rest of polite society (literally). This is not to speak badly of a person due solely to a physical quality which one possesses (as I have a gigantic boulder of a bald noggin) but to make the point that every inch of that fabled dome seems to be filled only with himself. Nolan, with the aid of his screenwriter brother, Jonathan, gave to us what many consider to be the grand achievement of the super-hero genre film to date, "The Dark Knight". I know what we are all thinking, "it doesn't take much to be the best of the bunch in that arena of film making." You are probably right, although there have been those rare exception, such as the aforementioned "Knight", which have exceeded the expectations of the viewer and brought us somewhere else rather than the local comic books store. With his latest directorial effort, "Inception", Nolan takes us on a trip through the imagination... literally. The story is of a man named Cobb (Leonardo Dicaprio) who works as a kind of secret agent for hire. He does all of the same task which would be called upon by any other spy, accept his playing field is not that of a world landscape, but that of the subconscious, and the men which chase after him do not belong to any organization, but are the projections of the host mind's subconscious which one deploys in order to guard one's self from mental harm. You see, Dicaprio, and crew, have the ability to dive into a sleeping person's dream and thus wade around their subconscious, extracting information which somebody else thinks it's important enough to pay someone off to steal. This may all sound rather confusing upon glancing over a simple synopsis, but I found the story all very decipherable-- perhaps too decipherable. "Inception" refers to the idea (you get it, "idea") that one would, in theory, be able to penetrate the sleepers mind and, instead of stealing an idea from the dreamer, one plants an idea in his head, making it as if the idea generated itself organically without the aid of any outside source. But who would want a skilled spy, such as Dicaprio, to a thing as that? Ken Watanabe (The Last Samurai, Batman Begins), who else. To get into the plot is just what this film would take the pleasure in having me do, because really, this film is nothing but plot. I don't necessarily have a problem with that, a film having a heavily plotted structure, but when the plot is the only thing that matters in the film, neglecting to develop characters and anything else beyond that which brings you from point A to B, I tend to get a little cranky. I got especially cranky while watching this flick. When you watch as many movies as I have (and I am sure that some of you have seen many more) you tend to learn things about the standardized structuring of a film which is used almost as a blueprint while a screenwriter crafts the tale which he wishes to weave. This is particularly true in a mystery-- nothing is discussed in the film unless it will have some sort of payoff in the end. This unfortunate blunder causes one to immediately catch on to the wool which the director would wished to pull over our eyes. Don't worry, I'm not going to give anything away. What is extremely tiresome is when one catches on too this little ploy, this ruse, and spends the rest of the time in the theater counting down the minutes until he or she is either proven correct or incorrect. I was correct... that is, I was correct ten minutes into the movie. I had many issues with this film, some having to do with what Roger Ebert calls the "idiot plot," a term which refers to the characters having to be somewhat dim in certain situations in order for the truth of the mystery to pass them by. For instance, upon exiting the dream of a failed mission, Dicaprio and crew wake up only to have the man whom they were attempting to steal from wake up as well and pull a gun on them. Now, imagine for a moment that you are undertaking this potentially dangerous mission with a group of your friends. The person that you are thieving from is asleep right next to you and, if by chance he finds out that you are doing him wrong, he may well become rather upset with you. Would you not take the two seconds out of your busy schedule to pat him down and make sure that he is not packing heat? Of course if you take away the gun before he wakes up there will be no fight and suddenly Hollywood execs begins to see those dollar signs peeling away from their eyes. Another problem that I had was that I did not like Dicaprio in the role. I found my eye much more attracted to actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt, a very appealing and intense young actor who has real star quality. I could have watched him for two-and-a-half hours, no problem. And yet another issue I take with the movie is the use of actor Pete Postlethwaite,one of Britain's finest Shakespearean actors, used only in two scene and in both he is confined to a hospital bed and is rendered practically useless as he is little more than a vegetable. If you are going to hire an actor as good as Postlethwaite than at least give him something to do. But them main villain in this whole mess is the use of plot itself. I knew I was in trouble when the film was ten minutes in and they already started explaining the plot to us. Don't tell me about the movie, guys. Just show it to me. I think Nolan is often times too preoccupied with the concept of control. He seems to think that he is the supreme magician who carries all of the secrets to a great show within his own self containing head. He condescends to the audience, making futile attempts at diverting our eyes thus perfecting his "masterful" illusion. Yet in his arrogance he forgets that his audience comes equipped with a fully functioning brain which is made curious by the attempts at diversion and looks past the unfruitful wavings of the wand only to discovers that what they are witnessing is not magic, but a man who thinks that he is one step ahead of the rest. This, of course would sound very familiar to those aware of Nolan's work, as it seems very close to a synopsis of his 2006 film "The Prestige". In fact this is Nolan's true artistic obsession, going all the way back to 2001's "Memento" a film which tells itself in reverse, from end to beginning, and would seem an amazing achievement, but when examined closer, it is only found to be a cheap gimmick which does not hold up. "Inception" is not the worst movie ever. In fact, a great many people may very much enjoy it. There are some fantastic visuals and... well... the visuals are good. The story-- rather, the various plot points which have been strung together in order to make some semblance of a story, is not as revolutionary as everyone seems to make it out to be. It is definitely no "2001: A Space Odyssey" or whatever great film which this has been compared to, it is a popcorn flick which would have you think that it is more intelligent than it really is because it introduces topics which are somewhat out of the ordinary, but have been addressed multiple times in far better movies movies and in literature. If you really have a hankerin' for movies about dreamlike realities, try watching "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" or even "The Matrix". I know while I was in the theater today, I was wishing that either of those movies were rolling instead of this one.… Expand

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JordanJul 17, 2010

Destined to be my favorite movie of all time. Stretches the mind as far as it can go and will leave you thinking for a long time. It also has an uncanny ability to weed out the idiots amongst our society. The critics who gave it 70% or less Destined to be my favorite movie of all time. Stretches the mind as far as it can go and will leave you thinking for a long time. It also has an uncanny ability to weed out the idiots amongst our society. The critics who gave it 70% or less and the viewers who rated it 6 or below...all I have to say is survival of the fittest, you lose. Keep up please… Expand

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JudithR.Jul 17, 2010

One note movie-- mostly an unvarying level of all- out action throughout, and loud, bombastic soundtrack too, so it gets more and more boring to sit through. Not all dream sequences needed to be like Nazi horror dreams; but the few scenes in One note movie-- mostly an unvarying level of all- out action throughout, and loud, bombastic soundtrack too, so it gets more and more boring to sit through. Not all dream sequences needed to be like Nazi horror dreams; but the few scenes in which Nolan introduced less noisy interactions were short and not very engaging. Not for thoughtful viewers.… Expand

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KevinD.Jul 16, 2010

Fantastic movie. No, it isn't a truly original concept, but nothing is. I don't see how anyone could think this was boring, as there was action throughout most of the movie and the stakes were higher than death. So glad Hollywood Fantastic movie. No, it isn't a truly original concept, but nothing is. I don't see how anyone could think this was boring, as there was action throughout most of the movie and the stakes were higher than death. So glad Hollywood made a movie that's not a sequel. You have to be paying attention and thinking about what's going on at all levels of the dreams to really understand what's going on, which might put off some people, but it really enhances the film. I love non-linear storytelling, though, so I might be biased. Great acting as well. Glad to see Ellen Page and Joseph Gordon-Levitt (aka chick from Juno and dude from (500) Days of Summer/Third Rock from the Sun) do some action roles to show they have chops outside pseudo-indie hipster movies. Worth seeing again.… Expand

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NathanP.Jul 16, 2010

I'm an avid review reader, I can be pumped as all get out for a movie to come out, but it's reviews are bad, typically i won't go see it in theaters. I was delighted to see the early reviews for this movie roll in, perfect I'm an avid review reader, I can be pumped as all get out for a movie to come out, but it's reviews are bad, typically i won't go see it in theaters. I was delighted to see the early reviews for this movie roll in, perfect score after perfect score... my anticipation grew into something nearly uncontainable. Now I've seen it. And boy am I glad I did. I've seen about 10 movies in theaters this year so far... and this movie is, without doubt, the best (live action) movie I've seen in 2010. Some of the sequences were absolutely mind blowing, while others were so obvious, I was jealous that I didn't think of this movie first. Take the matrix, but instead of jacking into computers, jack into other peoples minds... simply(that's the key word) genius. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, the acting was great all around, the action was awesome, though not entirely original, and while the movie doesn't exactly keep you guessing, it does keep you on your toes. I don't know what movie some of these people here saw, but this was a highly entertaining movie. I would happily pay to see it again, and I would recommend it to anyone. Content notes: For a PG-13 movie, pretty tame on the language end of things... a few G-d's, but no F-bombs. And on the violence side of things, violent, but very little blood, and zero gore.… Expand

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SusanJ.Jul 16, 2010

A mind-bending roller coaster of a movie. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Cast was inspired, ensemble acting.

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HasanQ.Jul 16, 2010

This is one of the best movies in recent time.Hats off to Mr. Nolan and Caprio.

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RandyS.Jul 16, 2010

Absolute crap. You critics have lost all credibillity with me. And those that like it. Obviously you are not in reality.wake up!!!

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Dr.GhettoblasterJul 16, 2010

Most original and mind blowing movie I've seen since the original Matrix. Seriously. Amazing.

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JoyceT.Jul 16, 2010

Best movie I've seen this year. Even unrealistic chase scenes can be rationalized in a dream world. Blows your mind. Was the reality at the end real, or was it still a dream?

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BrentonW.Jul 16, 2010

Riveting. Enthralling. Deep. Worthwhile. The mental attention you put into this film pays dividends as the work progresses.

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DanF.Jul 16, 2010

Good but i have seen this movie before, it was called Existenz.

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CJPacmannJul 16, 2010

THE movie to see of the summer and by far the best (non-pixar) movie so far this summer. The characters are likable and the writing goes above and beyond.

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stepheng.Jul 16, 2010

Has a smart and original script that keeps you guessing about at least one of the many subplots. The cast and acting was great. It was all around a good movie. You wont understand this until you have seen the movie but, inception planted the Has a smart and original script that keeps you guessing about at least one of the many subplots. The cast and acting was great. It was all around a good movie. You wont understand this until you have seen the movie but, inception planted the idea of doubt in my head as to what the outcome of the movie really was. This movie has a rating of 11 in my books.… Expand

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TravisJul 16, 2010

Inception is a masterpiece. After one viewing I can't wait smack down another 10 bucks to unlock some of the deeper narrative themes. That said after seeing it once Leo deserves an Oscar nod as does Christopher Nolan for directing, Inception is a masterpiece. After one viewing I can't wait smack down another 10 bucks to unlock some of the deeper narrative themes. That said after seeing it once Leo deserves an Oscar nod as does Christopher Nolan for directing, Wally Pfister for the cinematography, Han's Zimmer for the haunting musical score, and hopefully in choreography if alone for Joseph Gordon Levitt's awe inspiring weightless scenes. Go see it, and while your at it go see it again, cherish the experience because movies like this come along every couple of decades. Brilliant.… Expand

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ChrisF.Jul 16, 2010

Man there are a lot of simpletons on here that seem to want to bash the movie only because it is a bit too complex for their liking. The movie was absolutely brilliant! The storyline was so intricate and well-woven only made better by the Man there are a lot of simpletons on here that seem to want to bash the movie only because it is a bit too complex for their liking. The movie was absolutely brilliant! The storyline was so intricate and well-woven only made better by the great cast that portrayed it. I saw it last night and I am still thinking about it. Sure there were a lot of gunfights and explosions and such, but the difference here was that I actually CARED about the people in the fights, and they were effectively used to tell the story. Don't let these haters sway you from seeing this movie, it's probably the smartest bit of entertainment that will be pumped out of hollywood in quite some time.… Expand

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trentaJul 16, 2010

This movie was amazing and as for the first tom M. up there who gave this a zero... batman has no jurisdiction. he will find you and make you squeal. just kiddin but your opinion is terrible. you dont like a movie because you arent smart This movie was amazing and as for the first tom M. up there who gave this a zero... batman has no jurisdiction. he will find you and make you squeal. just kiddin but your opinion is terrible. you dont like a movie because you arent smart enough to understand it? Go watch "Wolverine" and dont bother with any of Chris Nolan's films any more.… Expand

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RCColaJul 16, 2010

This was an excellent movie, a rare movie with a great intelligent plot. It was original and probably one of the best movies ive seen in a long time. Is anybody else sick of seeing crappy review after crappy review of good movies lately? The This was an excellent movie, a rare movie with a great intelligent plot. It was original and probably one of the best movies ive seen in a long time. Is anybody else sick of seeing crappy review after crappy review of good movies lately? The only reason these people have given bad reviews is because they couldnt understand it, which I get, but that doesnt mean it was a bad movie just because YOU didnt get it. If you did understand it, you most likely would have enjoyed this movie.… Expand

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TBoneGJul 16, 2010

Can we please stop giving these directors such freedom to screw with us and explain their nonsensical b.s. as a "dream" or a "flashback"? Enough with you film school dropouts who walk away from movies like this not understanding jack yet Can we please stop giving these directors such freedom to screw with us and explain their nonsensical b.s. as a "dream" or a "flashback"? Enough with you film school dropouts who walk away from movies like this not understanding jack yet exclaiming "that was brilliant"!!!… Expand

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FrankLJul 16, 2010

Best movie this year so far. Definitely a thinking person's movie.

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LeeFJul 16, 2010

Fascinating and very, very different from anything I've ever seen.

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JackH.Jul 16, 2010

Folks, this the first movie I've ever walked out of half-way through. If you like a confusing plot, typical Hollywood visions of urban destruction, complete with large-calibre handguns killing people randomly and disjointed rambling Folks, this the first movie I've ever walked out of half-way through. If you like a confusing plot, typical Hollywood visions of urban destruction, complete with large-calibre handguns killing people randomly and disjointed rambling dialogue by cut-out characters... you'll love this movie.… Expand

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MikeS.Jul 16, 2010

An original movie! What a concept! Thank you, Mr. Nolan!

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StuartW.Jul 16, 2010

From some of the negative comments it seems that a lot of people didn't like this movie because they found it confusing. I would therefore offer the advice that if you have trouble following clever and original movie narratives and like From some of the negative comments it seems that a lot of people didn't like this movie because they found it confusing. I would therefore offer the advice that if you have trouble following clever and original movie narratives and like to stick to the same old generic storylines we're used to seeing over and over, then don't see this movie. For me, as a Christopher Nolan fan, it lived up to all my expectation and did not disappoint. 10 out of 10!… Expand

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WilliamS.Jul 16, 2010

I'm surprised there are so many negative comments, I guess this is a love it or hate it film. Personally I absolutely loved it, and so did everyone I've talked to about it. It was one of the best movies I've seen in a while. I'm surprised there are so many negative comments, I guess this is a love it or hate it film. Personally I absolutely loved it, and so did everyone I've talked to about it. It was one of the best movies I've seen in a while. Christopher Nolan delivers once again as he did with Memento and the Dark Knight.… Expand

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Vs.DobbsJul 16, 2010

This movie is visually stunning but also boring as all get-out. The first 20 minutes are okay and the last are okay, but the middle 9 and a half hours are slow moving, inconsistent, and downright sloppy.

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SamNJul 16, 2010

Anyone who says that this movie is confusing should probably read more. And if you think the movie is boring then you should have gone to see Predators which would cater to your shorter attention span.

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RamonT.Jul 16, 2010

Crap. Crap. Crap. Crap. Hey, can one of you guys who liked this movie so much, pay me for my lost time?

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AngelicaR.Jul 16, 2010

Whoever is giving this film high marks is either a TDK Nolan fan, or a moron. Even from an objective Nolan fan it deserves maybe a 5 at the most. I give it a 2 because in comparison to his other movies, this one was weak, convoluted, oddly Whoever is giving this film high marks is either a TDK Nolan fan, or a moron. Even from an objective Nolan fan it deserves maybe a 5 at the most. I give it a 2 because in comparison to his other movies, this one was weak, convoluted, oddly structured, and didn't have enough originality to keep me rooted. People who say it is imaginative should go rent the Matrix and Existenz and the Thirteenth Floor. I mean if imaginative is "extracting" other people's ideas, then I guess this movie was imaginative.… Expand

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DeniseC.Jul 16, 2010

This movie, the script, acting and direction were all amazing. I hadn't been this intrigued by a movie since Mr. Brooks with Kevin Costner. wardrobe and set design were tailored to a t. I have ro go see it again to make sure I This movie, the script, acting and direction were all amazing. I hadn't been this intrigued by a movie since Mr. Brooks with Kevin Costner. wardrobe and set design were tailored to a t. I have ro go see it again to make sure I didn't miss anything. Overall, great movie.… Expand

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tomM.Jul 16, 2010

What a waste of time & film. As we left the movie we asked what did the people understand about the movie - confusion is probably the best reply. Your critics' review system "blew" this one - bummmer.

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PredragS.Jul 16, 2010

Such a boring movie...good effects but movie is sucks.

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TomM.Jul 16, 2010

Best film I've seen in the past few years, let alone this year. Absolutely excellent work.

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JeffGJul 16, 2010

Really, really amazing. I sort of a mix between Memento and Brazil; totally worth it. An amazing, amazing movie.

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JimboG.Jul 16, 2010

Warning: this movie is basically two-and-a-half hours of talky, pretentious exposition intercut with boring, generic summer-blockbuster-gunfight/car-chase action scenes. (Also, the good guys here are armed with the same Magic Hollywood Warning: this movie is basically two-and-a-half hours of talky, pretentious exposition intercut with boring, generic summer-blockbuster-gunfight/car-chase action scenes. (Also, the good guys here are armed with the same Magic Hollywood Bullets that enable one nearsighted cowboy to singlehandedly kill a hundred Indians.) As for "visually stunning," don't believe the hype---it's the same now-familiar CGI crap you've seen everywhere from "The Matrix" to car commercials on network TV.… Expand

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SebaW.Jul 16, 2010

The only letdown of the movie is its horrible story, its like it was completely left out in the movie and it makes the entire experience just confusing.

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ScottB.Jul 16, 2010

An expertly crafted film from top to bottom, it's near perfection and there's hardly ever a dull moment.

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JohnC.Jul 16, 2010

I can't imagine every positive, or even decent review, can be from people and critics who are just champions of Nolan's work. When it comes to reviews, like the one given by Mr. Nick Pinkerton, it's best to know [Ed: personal I can't imagine every positive, or even decent review, can be from people and critics who are just champions of Nolan's work. When it comes to reviews, like the one given by Mr. Nick Pinkerton, it's best to know [Ed: personal attack omitted] the man reviewing the film. It is the same Nick Pinkerton that described The Sorcerer's Apprentice as "fine PG malarky." Inception is by no means a perfect film, nor is it "drivel." It does, however, explore a subject matter which is difficult to do successfully in fiction. One weak spot of the film is the lack of engaging characters that seemed to make previous Nolan films great. Other than Cobb's (DiCaprio) storyline, there is little emotional investment in any of the other characters. However, Inception's success is in its ability to incite the viewer's introspection. I left the theater wondering about my own dreams and what they mean to my life. The mark of a good story is one that stays with you long after it's over. Inception awakens a childlike curiosity about your life, your relationships, your dreams, and how mysterious the subconscious truly is. To say people only like the movie because of the director's name, it is a gross misestimation of the general public. If you were only thinking about special effects when you left the movie, you paid too much attention to the wrong things. Unfortunately, some can not see the forest for the trees.… Expand

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MaximillianR.Jul 16, 2010

This is by far my favorite movie of 2010 so far. Toy Story may have a much better emotional story, but this movie truly delivers on so many more levels than just emotion. When I saw the first trailer for this movie, I knew that there was This is by far my favorite movie of 2010 so far. Toy Story may have a much better emotional story, but this movie truly delivers on so many more levels than just emotion. When I saw the first trailer for this movie, I knew that there was going to be a surreal element to it, but I was not prepared for exactly how complex and alien this movie would become. This movie shares many ideas used by other Sci-Fi, Heist, and movies of Nolan's past. It has the noirish feel of Memento, the look of The Dark Knight, a few moments that seem like they were ripped out of The Matrix, among many more. Even though it may sound like it borrows from so many, for me to say that would be a false statement. It refines each element and has a unique twist as to how they occur and how they are played out. The special effects do falter a bit in the beginning, but from there on out it is a truly beautiful display of the technology that Nolan' studio decided to use. The story starts out with a Mr. Cobb. He specializes in a certain type of theft. The theft of information. They way he does so is completely original, so I shall not spoil the how the technique is used. After the first job in his movie, he is asked to do the exact opposite of extraction, the thought of theft. This job is called inception which is the planting of a thought. As simple as this may sound, it is one of the most complex acts ever played out. I can tell no more, as it would ruin the true "wow" effect of this movie. Long story short, watch this movie now.… Expand

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VanceS.Jul 16, 2010

This video is amazing out of pure originality, one of the best movies I have ever watched

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RusJJul 16, 2010

I read the reviews after I saw the movie, mainly so I wouldn't be swayed a certain way. What I realized is the "critics" who rated this movie poorly most likely couldn't keep up with the movie. I'm assuming ignorance prevented I read the reviews after I saw the movie, mainly so I wouldn't be swayed a certain way. What I realized is the "critics" who rated this movie poorly most likely couldn't keep up with the movie. I'm assuming ignorance prevented them from enjoying this GREAT mind bending movie.… Expand

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DanielK.Jul 16, 2010

After a somewhat confusing (but necessary) first hour, the movie reveals itself to be a masterpiece. It is definitely one of my all-time favorite movies.

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KevinK.Jul 16, 2010

The best cinema-going experience I've had in a long time. Multi-faceted genre with a great musical score, excellent acting, titillating action sequences, original concept and seamless storytelling. For it's complexity and the The best cinema-going experience I've had in a long time. Multi-faceted genre with a great musical score, excellent acting, titillating action sequences, original concept and seamless storytelling. For it's complexity and the multitude of linear parallel story aches but with different parameterizations with respect to time, it was pleasantly easy to follow along for the average movie-goer, which I believe is testament to the great foundational strength of it's logic, directing, and execution. This movie had a lot of interesting themes to ponder over too, but more than anything, what amazed me was how in the process of watching it you find yourself in wonderment at the elegance and how it brings it all together seamlessly (if you look for the loose thread, you'll be looking for awhile, as if you were trying to find the 2nd side to a loop of paper twisted and fused at the ends). Whereas other movies will intentionally over-complicate a movie and cut-it up and mix it up to create abstraction, Inception has the complexity, but in a almost natural order, or mathematically, like a function f(a(b(c(d(e(x))))).… Expand

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JohnF.Jul 16, 2010

Special effects are spectacular at times, but repetitious. Storyline is weak and confused. Good acting by entire cast.

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JamesG.Jul 16, 2010

Amazing ride from start to finish. Totally imaginative. There is nothing wrong with this movie, don't believe those critics!

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LexK.Jul 16, 2010

Wonderfull! One of the greatest films ever!

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DerrickH.Jul 16, 2010

Absolutely amazing, definitely one the best and most interesting movies I have ever seen.

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JackS.Jul 16, 2010

Wow. I have never had a moviegoing experience like this. all i can say is that i was amazing. revolutionary. I cant imagine why this is getting bad reviews! Maybe people are too lazy too follow, or just being contrarians. Put pay attention, Wow. I have never had a moviegoing experience like this. all i can say is that i was amazing. revolutionary. I cant imagine why this is getting bad reviews! Maybe people are too lazy too follow, or just being contrarians. Put pay attention, and you will be rewarded immensely. A masterpiece. I would even say this is one of the best films of all time. I plan to see it many more times!… Expand

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MartinS.Jul 16, 2010

Okay... I expected so much from this movie, and it was such a freakin' let down. This is not the second coming Nolan fans. this movie sucked and there is no connection to Kubrick other than wow -- he had water popping out and an Okay... I expected so much from this movie, and it was such a freakin' let down. This is not the second coming Nolan fans. this movie sucked and there is no connection to Kubrick other than wow -- he had water popping out and an elevator sequence shot on a huge ferris wheel... big whup.… Expand

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LorenD.Jul 16, 2010

I was waiting so long to see this movie. Leo was great. It was kinda trippy at first, then it just got boring. The movie looked great though.

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MikeD.Jul 16, 2010

I suppose if I didn't know anything about movies or science fiction, this film would be spectacular. I'm glad Nick Pinkerton of the Village Voice had the cajones to call this movie out.

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SteveM.Jul 16, 2010

Not Airbender bad. But not what the commercial makes it out to be. Watching it once was more than enough.

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BrandonHenkeJul 16, 2010

Pure enjoyment from start to finish. An awe inspiring movie.

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WilliamF.Jul 16, 2010

Inception is visually amazing and the cast is superb to say the least. The story is also extremely fascinating and is very memorable. Another must-see movie from the wonderful director Cristopher Nolan!

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JimS.Jul 16, 2010

Thoughtful, with a great ensemble cast, carried without a misstep by Leonardo. A fantastic story with locations, action, and effects worthy of any Bond or Matrix offering. Not a dead minute in the entire 2+ hours. Film making on a grand and Thoughtful, with a great ensemble cast, carried without a misstep by Leonardo. A fantastic story with locations, action, and effects worthy of any Bond or Matrix offering. Not a dead minute in the entire 2+ hours. Film making on a grand and wonderful scale. Daring, confident, and beautiful. A must see. 9.5… Expand

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MattJ.Jul 16, 2010

This entire film creeps and stalks on all fours. I've never been a full theater (at midnight no less) where you could literally feel that everyone was fully engaged in the tension. This film could've been a travesty, but it was This entire film creeps and stalks on all fours. I've never been a full theater (at midnight no less) where you could literally feel that everyone was fully engaged in the tension. This film could've been a travesty, but it was brilliantly executed and acted. It asks a lot of its audience, but the ride is totally worth the mental bench press.… Expand

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JoshL.Jul 16, 2010

This movie baffled the mind and was created with perfection. I left the theater with a sense of awe and impossibility. Christopher Nolan has created the ultimate mind boggler of the century.

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JackG.Jul 16, 2010

I think, like lost, people expect answers and dismiss anything else. Nolan provides a wonderful world that leaves you understanding to effect your enjoyment; although, simply enjoying it as a science fiction thriller/heist movie is sure to I think, like lost, people expect answers and dismiss anything else. Nolan provides a wonderful world that leaves you understanding to effect your enjoyment; although, simply enjoying it as a science fiction thriller/heist movie is sure to have your heart pounding. Watch this film, and decipher the ending as an interesting exercise rather than something to get worked up about. 10 thumbs up. And a half.… Expand

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CalebR.Jul 16, 2010

A classic in the making... This is a film that will go down as one of the greatest films ever! I am not going to waste my time trying to explain the film to you guys as it is a film you just need to see! 10 Stars and one of the greatest films ever!

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AlexN.Jul 16, 2010

Funny how people think complex equals smart and intellectual. This movie was a big bag of hot wind. Matrix was better.

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