Tenet
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: September 3, 2020
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DexEngineerDec 8, 2020
I have no idea why this movie exists. A few action scenes does not justify long boring dialogs, even if they are most importance to the plot. Emotionless, boring movie. There are moments which look like cheap production. Give me my time back!
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kambing860210Sep 13, 2020
this is an amazing idea and too bad it is in a 2+ hours movie format
in the beginning almost too rush to lay out the story background and the idea, but then after that it was super intense and too much happened on the screen, and you couldthis is an amazing idea and too bad it is in a 2+ hours movie format
in the beginning almost too rush to lay out the story background and the idea, but then after that it was super intense and too much happened on the screen, and you could easily miss something important that might affect how you understand the story
but overall it is still a very great movie with incredible actions and stunts that we never see before, and most likely will not be able to see in next few years… Expand
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greedoinaspeedoDec 19, 2020
Big Christopher Nolan fan here. Really didn't enjoy this. I found the whole exercise to be a tiresome, nonsensical slog. As a huge fan of science fiction film and literature, I'm always excited to see a new take on the genre. I'm not one ofBig Christopher Nolan fan here. Really didn't enjoy this. I found the whole exercise to be a tiresome, nonsensical slog. As a huge fan of science fiction film and literature, I'm always excited to see a new take on the genre. I'm not one of the science fiction fans who dislikes anything fantastical or not 'hard sci-fi', in fact, some of those are my favorites. This however, takes nonsense to the next level. Its certainly a unique concept, but the headiness it proports itself to have is a mirage. In reality, the story is just a vehicle for a gimmick with some cool visual tricks, and it doesn't have the requisite internal logic to suspend disbelief in the slightest. This adds up to an extremely frustrating experience, which makes sense only on the most surface of levels, and takes itself dreadfully serious. If you peel back that surface level only a bit, you find a menagerie of convoluted **** that makes no sense whatsoever. It's as if they tried to hide how nonsensical the entire concept was, by making it all extra convoluted.

There's a pointed line of dialogue aimed at audience members who realize it doesn't make a lick of sense, "Don't try to understand it. Feel it." Well, to me, this FELT like a half-baked and lazily contrived film which should have spent another few years being properly conceptualized in the writer's room.

It's an extremely boring and frustrating experience, and I expected more.… Expand
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ScienceAdvisorDec 21, 2020
To mis-quote someone that gave this a 10, "If you do not understand it" then it does not mean it is due to this material being so intelligent that it is beyond you. Instead you are most likely not understanding it because it is wrong or aTo mis-quote someone that gave this a 10, "If you do not understand it" then it does not mean it is due to this material being so intelligent that it is beyond you. Instead you are most likely not understanding it because it is wrong or a mess of a script/edit. If time is reversed for you, then you exhale Oxygen and breath in Carbon Dixoxide. You do not need "special air". Also, driving a front wheel drive car backwards means you loose all the fine control as it is an actuated rear-wheel (front of car is pointing to the rear) drive vehicle. So weaving in and out of traffic would have you bouncing off cars half the time. Also a bullet fired in reverse does the same amount of damage, as it causes the same hole. Luckily most of the movie is spent in forwards, so it is somewhat enjoyable. Of course the whole thing breaks down when you ask why the bad guy did not know what was coming, considering he is getting messages from the future.… Expand
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twall3Sep 19, 2020
THIS IS NOT A FAKE REVIEW! On one had I kept hearing how confusing it was - so that prepared me nicely not to feel as confused as I might have felt otherwise. On the other hand, this was my first new movie back in the theaters following theTHIS IS NOT A FAKE REVIEW! On one had I kept hearing how confusing it was - so that prepared me nicely not to feel as confused as I might have felt otherwise. On the other hand, this was my first new movie back in the theaters following the covid19 closures, and it was a Christopher Nolan movie so I was really excited to see this! That led me to in the end feel disappointed (how could anything live up to those expectations).

For the first portion of the film, I found myself thinking, " this is not the movie I anticipated seeing based on the trailer". It felt like a mission impossible movie with different actors. When things changed, it felt like I was being rewarded for hanging in there - and to an extent, the reward was satisfying!

Going into the film thinking it was a spy movie where the spies can at will step backwards in time to stop certain events sounded like a fun concept. The movie itself didn't have the "fun" quality I was anticipating. It was pretty much serious the whole way through. But then I have to remember what other Christopher Nolan movies feel like. They too are pretty serious.

Thinking back on the movie, it was a cool, very intelligent film - a gift to us film goers. Some of the dialogue was hard to track with, but it kept me working to keep up with it, and I felt rewarded in the end. For me it wasn't as good as inception, but it good along those lines. Thank you Mr. Nolan and team for working so hard to give us this cool and unique film going experience!… Expand
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PanchogulDec 11, 2020
A Nolan parece fascinarle crear historias que si bien son muy buenas, creativas y visionarias, en algunas ocasiones se ve demasiado pretencioso y Tenet es uno de esos casos, requiere estar concentrado y atento desde el comienzo, de loA Nolan parece fascinarle crear historias que si bien son muy buenas, creativas y visionarias, en algunas ocasiones se ve demasiado pretencioso y Tenet es uno de esos casos, requiere estar concentrado y atento desde el comienzo, de lo contrario te será muy difícil seguirla, sin embargo, a nivel técnico es excelente como de costumbre y las actuaciones también están a la altura, emocionalmente fría como el hielo, no es la mejor opción si no has visto antes las películas de Nolan.… Expand
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phlygerlNov 26, 2020
I've watched TENET multiple times in the theaters. So, so good! Edge of your seat action, gripping drama, intriguing puzzle-box plot, high emotion, stunning sets, jaw dropping cinematography, cool stunts, capable (and attractive)I've watched TENET multiple times in the theaters. So, so good! Edge of your seat action, gripping drama, intriguing puzzle-box plot, high emotion, stunning sets, jaw dropping cinematography, cool stunts, capable (and attractive) actors...this movie has it all. … Expand
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TheLastOfGodSep 12, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think the music of this movie is the best in Nolan movies. But the lack of some big-name stars is a reason for disappointment. For example, the bad guys are not bad enough and evil. The lack of a dangerous end of the world is a big failure. But Other aspects are good.… Expand
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alejandro970Sep 19, 2020
One of the most anticipated films of the year. Did it fulfill expectations? That depends on each one. The way the plot unfolds requires a lot of concentration, and that is compensated by the last 60 minutes that are of vertigo, to cling likeOne of the most anticipated films of the year. Did it fulfill expectations? That depends on each one. The way the plot unfolds requires a lot of concentration, and that is compensated by the last 60 minutes that are of vertigo, to cling like a cat to the sit. He is also heavily compensated for by performances by Washington and the upcoming Batman Rob Pattinson, who is gaining in maturity.… Expand
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LisaLR1Sep 26, 2020
TENET is Mr. Nolan's Wild Ride! The special effects and real-time location shots are some of the best of Nolan's career, James Bond-like and brilliantly photographed in a time sequence format by his cinematographer, Hoyte van Hoytema, whoTENET is Mr. Nolan's Wild Ride! The special effects and real-time location shots are some of the best of Nolan's career, James Bond-like and brilliantly photographed in a time sequence format by his cinematographer, Hoyte van Hoytema, who worked as DP on 2 other Christopher Nolan films, "Dunkirk" and "Interstellar." These are reasons the film should be seen in the cinema, on the big screen, to be truly appreciated. Took 2 points off (8 out-of 10) because, while I understood the concept of TENET, Saving the World and International Espionage, the plot is the most challenging to follow of all Nolan's movies. The film moves so quickly, so much going on, that plot points were missed in this first screening of the movie. In true Nolan fashion, as with some of his other films, TENET will require multiple viewings to discover what was missed and to fully comprehend the story. Fine performances from John David Washington as Protagonist, Robert Pattinson as his past-present-future partner Neil, Elizabeth Debicki and Kenneth Branagh who makes a great villain, and a cameo appearance from Nolan muse Michael Caine.… Expand
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Mitya64Sep 13, 2020
Интересный, но очень запутанный сюжет. Крутые экшн моменты, и крутые моменты со временем. Есть до сих пор некоторые моменты фильма которые я пытаюсь понятьИнтересный, но очень запутанный сюжет. Крутые экшн моменты, и крутые моменты со временем. Есть до сих пор некоторые моменты фильма которые я пытаюсь понять
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MountieManiacDec 20, 2020
Tenet is an epic story about people manipulating time for their own benefits and a man trying to keep the world in balance. The premise is a little confusing and convoluted at some points but this movie is a super enjoyable watch and willTenet is an epic story about people manipulating time for their own benefits and a man trying to keep the world in balance. The premise is a little confusing and convoluted at some points but this movie is a super enjoyable watch and will have you thinking about and debating it with friends for days after you see it.… Expand
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DubeauNov 28, 2020
Tenet is difficult to understand but fun to watch. The story is especially intricate and around half the movie, begins to be too hard to decipher. It's better to watch it without thinking too much. For me the tumbling car sequence and after,Tenet is difficult to understand but fun to watch. The story is especially intricate and around half the movie, begins to be too hard to decipher. It's better to watch it without thinking too much. For me the tumbling car sequence and after, made me reject part of the premises. That said the FX are absolutely amazing. The music isn't so good but does the job. The acting is superb. I give it 75%. For the FX and the actors, but the story was too complex.… Expand
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DeshgSep 28, 2020
Really enjoyed. Complex plot with great action and cast. Not OTT as has been discussed. Sit back and relax. Enjoy the ride.
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CoreGamer1408Dec 25, 2020
This movie was a very fun intense sci-fi action spy flick, but I don't get how people are confused by this movies plot? The early exposition dump from the female scientist sets the stage for secret factions, incoming disaster and the natureThis movie was a very fun intense sci-fi action spy flick, but I don't get how people are confused by this movies plot? The early exposition dump from the female scientist sets the stage for secret factions, incoming disaster and the nature of how the inverse time works. The move drops time and time again clear info on the inverse nature of time and how it works. The exposition dumps from the Arms Dealer, the main Villain, the side kick and hardass bearded soldier is straight forward. Plus the literal action sequence show visually how the inverse of time all works. The literal movie trailer has massive spoilers in so I didn't go into this movie blind I expected it. The final sequence was cool, clever and with a tinge of sadness. Awh shucks I quite liked that character no spoilers.… Expand
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egoBorderJan 11, 2021
The movies is a fun but ultimately forgettable trip. For me the biggest failings were the characters, who were difficult to get to know and get attached to. The villain in particular seems very one-note for a movie that is clearly trying toThe movies is a fun but ultimately forgettable trip. For me the biggest failings were the characters, who were difficult to get to know and get attached to. The villain in particular seems very one-note for a movie that is clearly trying to wow it audience. For that reason all the amazing choreography and stunts felt like they were happening in the distance, because I just wasn't invested in the characters, much less the main character.… Expand
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KuggzDec 25, 2020
How is it confusing? It’s an all genre mix action blockbuster at heart. Matrix terminator bond mission impossible ring a bell? Watch this movie 3 times and you’ll understand it perfectly.
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d0vla11Sep 9, 2020
Definitely a solid movie. I like the idea of it, but the plot is moving a bit too fast for such a strong concept. You really need to pay attention and follow 100% through it to catch up on everything.
Pattison and Branagh did an awesome jobDefinitely a solid movie. I like the idea of it, but the plot is moving a bit too fast for such a strong concept. You really need to pay attention and follow 100% through it to catch up on everything.
Pattison and Branagh did an awesome job with their roles.… Expand
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ajaxsalamisDec 18, 2020
It is definitely Nolan's least accessible work, but that does not make the movie less valuable. I understood maybe 20 percent of it after my first watch, but even then I really liked what he did with 007-genre. Soundtrack and atmosphere are amazing.
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DiptanshuJan 9, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Speechless Masterpiece! Its a top tier Chris Nolan movie the vision and execution were bigger. the music by Ludwig was literally spine chilling it was intense and awesome specially the reverse tracks were mind-blowing. the plot was confusing and complex as hell as it was said in movie don't try to understand it feel it. I did same and literally people were scratching heads while I Enjoyed the movie it was a magic. Literally for me its the best Imax Experience ever. from the moment the movie starts from then to end I don't even want to blink for a sec it was that awesome. the pacing was like butter it was smooth and brilliant, the starting intro with little comedy was surprising and the overall 1st half was good but when 2nd half was started literally The words are undiscovered to speak about this movie it was literally a Mind-blowing experience the way they connected plots and links with addition to awesome detailing it was fascinating. the action from start to end was god tier it was brilliant and the overall complex plot watching without paying attention to details make it simple understanding it was like once u start paying attention it was that complex and detail the brain feels the flexes but watching just like that feels badass and brilliantly fascinating it will be like didn't understand a thing but still its a masterpiece. the acting was Legendary John-David-Washington was badass, Elizabeth was stunning, Kenneth was Brilliant, Dimple-Kapadiya was surprisingly amazing and Rob-Pattinson was Heart and soul he was literally amazing specially at end the whole mystery was literally ground-breaking and at same time it was emotionally amazing. Overall the editing and production design was literally nail-bitingly awesome the inverted fight/chase and "stalsk 12" fight scenes was like how the hell they edited that thing it was literally the G.O.A.T scenes in action history. the cinematography was stunning, music,direction,acting,action,Plot and Concepts of time inversion, entropy the grand father paradox and all it was like Nolan played with his fav toy "Time" it was mind-blowing, The whole movie is a Never seen before experience Literally many re-watches needed to understand it fully. Its a Epic God tier Pure Masterpiece movie!


2nd Experience : It was much clear concept and story made sense, The James bond ish 1st half and inception ish 2nd half with it the reverse concept it was just mind-blowingly cool. The protagonists name and his identity about he recuriting niel and his mission felt clear, the temporal pincer character Apperances doubts are cleared and the whole concept of time and all that too were cleared, The sator's idealogy makes him awesome antagonist and the ending it was just brilliant. The overall movie is just a Creative Masterpiece!… Expand
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gddurrutiDec 31, 2020
Mucho ritmo desde el principio, excelente guión y muy buenos efectos especiales sobre todo lo bien pensado que está llevado a la lógica y la trama de la película, desde mi perspectiva es muy innovadora, una de las mejores películas que heMucho ritmo desde el principio, excelente guión y muy buenos efectos especiales sobre todo lo bien pensado que está llevado a la lógica y la trama de la película, desde mi perspectiva es muy innovadora, una de las mejores películas que he visto de Christopher Nolan.… Expand
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Quiet_Spark87Feb 21, 2021
Made absolutely no sense to the point where it was actually impressive how little sense it made. There are a few explanations out there that do an okay job of clarifying it but most just seem to be trying to hammer a square peg in a roundMade absolutely no sense to the point where it was actually impressive how little sense it made. There are a few explanations out there that do an okay job of clarifying it but most just seem to be trying to hammer a square peg in a round hole rather than admit that there is really no sense to be made. That being said there are some really cool scenes in this just don’t expect a payoff where everything “clicks” because their isn’t one.… Expand
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gt1967Dec 31, 2020
Disjointed, poorly edited, terrible musical score, so so action sequences (once you get the whole everything is happening in reverse or at different points in time the originality soon wears off). Interesting story, love the whole reverseDisjointed, poorly edited, terrible musical score, so so action sequences (once you get the whole everything is happening in reverse or at different points in time the originality soon wears off). Interesting story, love the whole reverse time idea, however having an interesting idea in this instance does not equate to an interesting viewing experience. I cannot believe some people are giving this a 10. Did they not watch Inception. This film pales into insignificance in comparison.… Expand
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ButtnessJul 19, 2021
I shouldn't have to tell myself to 'be patient for the story to come together' in the final absurd act

I don't WANT to have to watch it again
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FilmanwaltJan 27, 2021
Yesterday we saw Tenet and thought the film was really good. At first I was blown away by the sound, with a great system it rattles through the whole place (that would have been really great in the cinema). When it came to the sound, IYesterday we saw Tenet and thought the film was really good. At first I was blown away by the sound, with a great system it rattles through the whole place (that would have been really great in the cinema). When it came to the sound, I thought to myself "Wait a minute, that sounds familiar, somehow like Mandalorian" ... after the film, I took a quick look and you read Ludwig Göransson, great.

I liked the cinematic representation of the film very much, it all looks really strong and offers impressive images. Acting is also absolutely delivered here.

Regarding the actual story, I'll just say that I basically liked it, but didn't pull up any trees. It was very exciting in most parts (the intro is really blatant) and tied you to the chair. But every now and then I had the feeling that the film was languishing for a few minutes. Over time, the whole topic was "complex" networked, but I missed the "WTF moments" a bit, but there were nice brackets.

Overall, absolutely to be recommended, preferably with a good system. 8/10 inversions.… Expand
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snorkissJan 1, 2021
An unnecessarily convoluted script combined with a terrible sound-mix, dull protagonist and wacky special effects make this a film I wish I could go back in Time and never watch - 4 stars
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SoapNuggetSep 28, 2020
A Confusing Beautiful Modern Masterpiece, I had high expectations for TENET and I was not disappointed it's everything I wanted and more, Christopher Nolan knows how to right an amazing story
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ianm16Sep 9, 2020
This comment is a sign to watch this masterpiece without scrolling any further and so not listen to these negative comments because they are not simply just talking bunch of **** about the science behind time inversion and that they did notThis comment is a sign to watch this masterpiece without scrolling any further and so not listen to these negative comments because they are not simply just talking bunch of **** about the science behind time inversion and that they did not understood a **** but they are also given hints about the climax and massive spoilers which they don't have to give but they are giving just because no one gives a **** about them when there's no big project to cuss about... WATCH IT LIKE ITS A CHRISTOPHER NOLAN MOVIE FROM 2018 THAT YOU NEVER HEARD OF UNTIL NOW… Expand
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PurespaceSep 9, 2020
I have seen this movie twice. The first time, I liked it, but didn't love it because as others have said, the dialogue is difficult to understand. I saw it a second time however, and after digesting some of what I saw the first time, theI have seen this movie twice. The first time, I liked it, but didn't love it because as others have said, the dialogue is difficult to understand. I saw it a second time however, and after digesting some of what I saw the first time, the movie made much more sense and I could appreciate much more of the experience. Now, I love the movie. It was an "experience" and I'm still thinking about it days later, listening to the soundtrack, doing web searches about some of the concepts and... well you get the idea. Every scene is crafted. Every sound effect is considered. It is a great movie going experience. Don't listen to the criticisms (which are perfectly valid by the way) but this is not a "zero" score as some users have rated it. It isn't a "5 or 6" either. This is movie magic and very good. If you don't "get it" and can't understand all of the dialogue (and that is understandable) just go with the action and sound, and then get it on Blu-ray later with subtitles and watch it a few more times (I know I will). This is one of those movies that will be entertaining on the 4th and 5th viewings. I just can't understand the hate by some - but to each their own. I really love the sci-fi trappings and over the top concepts. This is great stuff.… Expand
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mlingSep 9, 2020
First things first... this movie was too long. Second thing is that at times it makes next to no sense. But it has good effects, Pattinson and Washington both gave good performances in this movie. There is a good amount of flash in thisFirst things first... this movie was too long. Second thing is that at times it makes next to no sense. But it has good effects, Pattinson and Washington both gave good performances in this movie. There is a good amount of flash in this movie, but not enough sizzle I feel.… Expand
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JamesbuiSep 11, 2020
Good move, good plot, great acting and great music in right time
The physical, chemical, and biological elements are extremely suitable for the film.
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SirSplendidSep 13, 2020
This is such an interesting movie, it's confusing, especially towards the end, but that doesn't mean it's bad. I love hardcore sci-fi and this is my cup of tea. I feel like watching it again with better understanding of the concepts and themes.
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miguevindianoSep 22, 2020
Not the better movie of Nolan, but I still think is a good one. Also, I expected a more complex story.
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scuffedshockSep 14, 2020
Christopher Nolan's TENET tells an interesting story and offers a screenplay that I find very intriguing, but the hype and emptiness of particular scenes, characters doesn't give this film a spice it should've had for a 'spy movie'. There'sChristopher Nolan's TENET tells an interesting story and offers a screenplay that I find very intriguing, but the hype and emptiness of particular scenes, characters doesn't give this film a spice it should've had for a 'spy movie'. There's nothing 'spy' about this movie, it's just packed with action. Nolan categorizes it as a spy movie which it obviously isn't after you finished watching the movie. -Not more than an 8… Expand
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SebFucSep 14, 2020
I actually quite liked it its not a masterpiece but very entertaining and i think many of the scenes and the concept were quite fun to explore
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emmerich6Sep 14, 2020
Tenet is Nolans clumsiest movie. But it is phänomenal. The zeitgeist is top. No masterpiece, but it is a movie, that brotkes our usually feeling for watching movies. It is provocative.An this needs the cinema.
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SamuelCrosbySep 14, 2020
This movie was phenomenal and mind blowing. Amazing acting, visuals, score, and plot. The final act is the best part and everyone should see it!
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GreaserSep 14, 2020
This movie is pretty confusing but if you think hard about I make sense, the music is so good , the direction it takes is amazing
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nashatSep 15, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie is very cool. I enjoyed Nolan's masterpiece, but there were things I didn't understand… Expand
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7runimDec 24, 2020
Epic, brilliant, and larger than life! Everything one wishes for in a spy movie coming from Nolan. The beauty of the movie is to go back again and again and find new things. No need to google explanations, find out for yourself. Ps: ThinkEpic, brilliant, and larger than life! Everything one wishes for in a spy movie coming from Nolan. The beauty of the movie is to go back again and again and find new things. No need to google explanations, find out for yourself. Ps: Think lateral and outside the box!… Expand
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hossein_rajabiAug 2, 2021
Absolutely fantastic. Really a good simulation of moving in 4th dimension. But the movie seemed unfinished. Looking forward Tenet 2.
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JeanBon69Jan 27, 2021
Very bad movie, does not make any sense at all... That's a waste of time..
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13carpileupAug 13, 2021
I see Tenet as a breath of fresh air. It adds a genuinely interesting spin to the far overdone time travel cliche. I think you should go into this movie with the right expectations, though. Don't go in expecting emotion nuance or for it to beI see Tenet as a breath of fresh air. It adds a genuinely interesting spin to the far overdone time travel cliche. I think you should go into this movie with the right expectations, though. Don't go in expecting emotion nuance or for it to be an easy watch. I don't think this film not having those things is necessary a bad thing which detracts from the viewing experience, though. I personally enjoyed it far more because of those facts. All in all, watch it. It certainly isn't for everyone but it is pretty god damn good… Expand
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AndreyTyAug 6, 2021
Time conception means that everything was done, but this is not the reason to do nothing. Greatest Christofer's job, as technical and as philosofical opus. Actor's playing is well done. Patterson - on his way to Olymp. And aftertaste, betterTime conception means that everything was done, but this is not the reason to do nothing. Greatest Christofer's job, as technical and as philosofical opus. Actor's playing is well done. Patterson - on his way to Olymp. And aftertaste, better to say aftertaste of mind - don't think a lot 'bout possibility of diffrent moments, this is just technical creative act, think about common time idea - 'The world will never know what could happen. And even if they did, they wouldn't care. Because no one cares about the bomb that didn't go off. Only the one that did.'… Expand
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HiggidanJul 22, 2022
Apparently, the monkey is chasing the weasel. This is a really good Nolan Film. It has his style and central premise. Somebody else mentioned the music.

A working understanding of solidarity is that it begins with circumstance, and then whenApparently, the monkey is chasing the weasel. This is a really good Nolan Film. It has his style and central premise. Somebody else mentioned the music.

A working understanding of solidarity is that it begins with circumstance, and then when circumstance dictates that action is needed beyond narrow self interest. More to follow… Expand
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jessimaiaFeb 27, 2022
melhor filme do mundo e quem não gosta não entendeu. se esse não fosse tão longo pessoal teria paciência de prestar atenção direito pra entender já que coisas que acontecem nos primeiros quinze minutos só se resolvem na última meia hora domelhor filme do mundo e quem não gosta não entendeu. se esse não fosse tão longo pessoal teria paciência de prestar atenção direito pra entender já que coisas que acontecem nos primeiros quinze minutos só se resolvem na última meia hora do filme te amamos tenet.… Expand
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citiMar 21, 2022
I'm still trying to understand some scenes. But I really love the movie. Christoper Noland's scripts twist my brain. Way to go!
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siggi104Jul 8, 2022
This movie is the prime example of Christopher Nolan building his plot around a overcomplicated concept just to show how intelligent he is. I have not met a single person that understood "Tenet" after the first watch, which while intriguingThis movie is the prime example of Christopher Nolan building his plot around a overcomplicated concept just to show how intelligent he is. I have not met a single person that understood "Tenet" after the first watch, which while intriguing is not a good thing imo.… Expand
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tonyGreenJan 3, 2021
Unique, ambitious and overwhelming. Put on a pot of coffee, it's a long, crazy ride. I did enjoy it, once I had given up trying to keep up with exactly what was happening with the plot.
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cirrus888Oct 6, 2020
Clever but not enjoyable, well made but not enjoyable, good actors but not enjoyable. It's a mess really but people have already accuse critics of this movie like myself as not being able to understand it, this maybe true but i can tell youClever but not enjoyable, well made but not enjoyable, good actors but not enjoyable. It's a mess really but people have already accuse critics of this movie like myself as not being able to understand it, this maybe true but i can tell you with 100% conviction that it isn't an enjoyable movie in the end and i never want to watch it again.… Expand
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JonDocDec 11, 2020
“What is this movie about? How is she still alive? She just got shot six times. What just happened? Who is the bad guy? Are they the bad guys? Is this about time travel? Or the reversal of time? Why is he wearing a mask? Is this about COVID?“What is this movie about? How is she still alive? She just got shot six times. What just happened? Who is the bad guy? Are they the bad guys? Is this about time travel? Or the reversal of time? Why is he wearing a mask? Is this about COVID? Why is he fighting himself? This movie is even more confusing than Inception. “

These are just some of the actual comments I heard while watching Tenet -Christopher Nolan’s latest blockbuster - a very clever, confusing and deeply frustrating film - perhaps the perfect movie for the madness and disappointment that is 2020. An expensive, very high concept testament to the clout Nolan currently carries in Hollywood right now since he’s allowed to make high brow blockbusters. Cue British accent “I know, let’s make a $250m movie and run the whole 2 and a half hours in reverse.’ The editor must be like WTF?
Nolan is a genius. Too clever me. Maybe I’ll enjoy this more on a second viewing, but is that a sign of a good movie? One that leaves the vast majority of the audience confused? Clarity of narration is key to enjoyability. Washington and Branagh’s performances are brilliant but, can we all fast forward to the future please! Roll on 2021 so we can watch the all the proper blockbusters that got deferred. (On the big screen as Nolan rightly says)… Expand
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namelessJan 6, 2021
It is one of the director's more challenging films to follow but worth the effort. I loved the concept and how he tried to communicate it. It kept me watching but... and it is a big but. You must turn on Closed Captioning to understand theIt is one of the director's more challenging films to follow but worth the effort. I loved the concept and how he tried to communicate it. It kept me watching but... and it is a big but. You must turn on Closed Captioning to understand the constant explanations throughout the movie. The actors "mumble" (for dramatic effect). You must turn on CC right from the beginning or you will become lost very quickly. The lighting decisions do not work (for dramatic effect). Often I could not see the protagonist's expressions (nor read his lips) as he was moving or in the shadows. An extremely flawed movie that might be really good the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th time watching but not the 1st time. This movie was made specifically for the movie theatre where you can focus. Your computer or at home on the TV, not so much.… Expand
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barillasApr 6, 2023
Awesome movie, Christopher Nolan is pure creativity, he's taking the lead as the best director of the beginning of this century. The movie screenplay and direction is so good that we can easily overcome how bad of an actor John DavidAwesome movie, Christopher Nolan is pure creativity, he's taking the lead as the best director of the beginning of this century. The movie screenplay and direction is so good that we can easily overcome how bad of an actor John David Washington is, the man inherited zero acting talent from his great father, who is arguably one of the best actors of his generation.… Expand
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s053714Dec 22, 2020
The people who liked this movie must be smarter than me. The plot is confusing, the characters are confusing, the dialog is confusing and even the time frame is confusing. I never understood what was going on, or why, or even when. I don'tThe people who liked this movie must be smarter than me. The plot is confusing, the characters are confusing, the dialog is confusing and even the time frame is confusing. I never understood what was going on, or why, or even when. I don't understand why Nolan is considered such a great director. Even the action scenes, with a lot of sound and fury, weren't very believable. The central concept of inversion was never really explained.… Expand
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Nick-mistaMay 12, 2022
An underwhelming entry into a crowded film space where there are far better time travel concepts and executions. While core components of the time travel logic in this film are relatively novel and themselves interesting, this logic andAn underwhelming entry into a crowded film space where there are far better time travel concepts and executions. While core components of the time travel logic in this film are relatively novel and themselves interesting, this logic and foundation is completely cast aside at every point throughout the movie. I don't think I have ever watched a film that is more internally inconsistent with the in-universe rules it establishes. By all appearances the plot is held together solely by scenes brainstormed in the writing room around the idea of "cool things that could happen if time went backwards".

I can tolerate a film leaving me in the dark for a long period (even right till the very end if the plot warrants it), I also enjoys twists and concede many films improve with a second watch. However, I cannot tolerate a movie being so deliberately opaque in storytelling that at 90 minutes in the viewer still has no clue what is happening *and* never gets a decent explanation. These early acts do not instil curiosity and a desire for an answer, only frustration and confusion. This issue is only compounded by the inaudible dialogue that plagues most scenes. It's not clever storytelling to not give your audience any indication of what is going on in a story, it's contemptuous of their time, money and attention. The spectacle and novelty of the original concept are it's only saving graces. The performances are mostly underwhelming, the overall plot fairly uninspired and score passable. Your attention to detail and desire to understand the world and story will not be rewarded but mocked, if you are watching this based on trust in Nolan from his previous works he will make you regret it over an agonising two and a half hours. I do not reccomend this film.… Expand
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ShadowWalkerDec 10, 2020
Even when I understood everything that went on (thanks Internet), Tenet remained an average movie at best. Definitely my least favorite Nolan movie until now.
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gargouille29Jul 15, 2021
I hated this movie! Boring all the way through.
I can't believe the guy who made Dunkirk (an absolute masterpiece) made this. Bad story, bad editing, bad musical score. Scene after scene of bad dialogue that explains absolutely nothing! TheI hated this movie! Boring all the way through.
I can't believe the guy who made Dunkirk (an absolute masterpiece) made this. Bad story, bad editing, bad musical score. Scene after scene of bad dialogue that explains absolutely nothing! The special effects are great and the actors do their best. Especially Robert Pattinson and Elizabeth Debicki. John David Washington is a bad leading man, very boring to watch.… Expand
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SirogaboberDec 29, 2020
Просто божественный фильм. Все 2,5 часа смотришь с большим удовольствием. Дома нужно пересматривать в обратном порядке!
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dharmaMar 6, 2021
Expecting TENET to be the 'savior' of cinemas were a bit foolhardy on hindsight. On one hand, Chris Nolan presented a film with incredible set pieces that would have wowed audiences in the IMAX crowd. Yet, it is a film of incredibleExpecting TENET to be the 'savior' of cinemas were a bit foolhardy on hindsight. On one hand, Chris Nolan presented a film with incredible set pieces that would have wowed audiences in the IMAX crowd. Yet, it is a film of incredible complexity, explained by dialogue that were obscured by the typical "Nolan sound mixing". It is literally impossible to comprehend the flick without any subtitles. As such, having watched it at home, I could simply pause the film..rewind and see the portions that were difficult to understand. Can you do that in the cinemas? No, you can't. Having Nolan huffing and puffing to Warner Bros for releasing day to date their future movies on their streaming services meant that his reasoning to force WB to release it would involve a bit of his own ego (?). As such, this was not up to par with most of his projects (I would grade this higher than Insomnia, but lower than the Prestige in term of his works). Its box office under performance all over the world may be the reason WB radically changed their release strategy in 2021, changing moviegoing for good.… Expand
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LawgunDec 20, 2020
How to measure such a movie to explain how bad it is? It's pretty simple, just imagine a movie about typical "simply kind" protagonist without past or character development and "simply evil" antagonist which is almost hadn't a past too. AddHow to measure such a movie to explain how bad it is? It's pretty simple, just imagine a movie about typical "simply kind" protagonist without past or character development and "simply evil" antagonist which is almost hadn't a past too. Add to that let's say some nuclear threat from antagonist which wants to destroy the world. Sounds pretty pathetic and generic, right? But what if you add to that some ridiculous pretentious two-way time flow (which is meaningless at its conception from the start), worthless dialogues full of "it's from a past future" and phrases which making a high-schooler proud since he knows them. The whole conception of time here is about a way to film action scenes originally not for scenario itself. This movie is on par with World Invasion: Battle Los Angeles for example but simply added meaningless abundant time manipulation scenes. Overhyped simpletons will call such a movie a masterpiece for smart people but no one from them could explain anything from a movie which lacks scenario or sense at least. Groundhog day was better in terms of time manipulation.… Expand
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mrniceDec 30, 2020
Bold, brilliant, amazing, complex.

Probably the most unique and mindblowing action movie ever made. Tenet ranks among the very best of Nolan's work. I had low expectations after Dunkirk, a movie that had very little going on, without theBold, brilliant, amazing, complex.

Probably the most unique and mindblowing action movie ever made.

Tenet ranks among the very best of Nolan's work.

I had low expectations after Dunkirk, a movie that had very little going on, without the inventiveness and complexity of Nolan's best movies.

Tenet blew me away. I wonder if the 7.2 user score and 69 critic score is just because some people hate complexity. I loved it. And I loved that Tenet requires multiple viewings to figure out all of what's going on.

I am very impressed by Tenet and consider it to be one of the most unique and intelligent Hollywood movies I've seen.… Expand
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imthenoobFeb 21, 2021
The people who claim not to "understand" it honestly didn't bother paying attention to it. Not a single moment confused me in this film. Instead, I was captivated and couldn't wait to see how it ended. I thought it was a brilliant movie thatThe people who claim not to "understand" it honestly didn't bother paying attention to it. Not a single moment confused me in this film. Instead, I was captivated and couldn't wait to see how it ended. I thought it was a brilliant movie that showcased exactly why we all await Nolan's next project. Simply give him a budget and he will deliver a masterpiece.… Expand
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ejbeebyApr 4, 2021
A Christopher Nolan movie at its best. Fast-paced and unafraid of confusing the audience. Best upon repeat viewings.
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tdebugMar 1, 2021
Someone was so excited about the idea of reverse time, he forgot to add reasonable amount of plot. I like Nolan movies, but Tenet is just bad movie, with a plot written on a hurry. Some characters are simply moronic with almost laughableSomeone was so excited about the idea of reverse time, he forgot to add reasonable amount of plot. I like Nolan movies, but Tenet is just bad movie, with a plot written on a hurry. Some characters are simply moronic with almost laughable speeches. I would say if some episode of Winnie-the-Pooh would be made, with all those serious we-are-saving-the-world faces and eerie music it would have been much better already.… Expand
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JonnieZDec 25, 2020
It's like actors were directed to be as bored as possible though the endless dialogue.
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3ebfan511Jul 9, 2021
One of the most confusing films I have ever seen, and that is even with the subtitles on. The plot is borderline incomprehensible and at some point I just had to let it entertain me, while realizing the "world" it tries to establish isOne of the most confusing films I have ever seen, and that is even with the subtitles on. The plot is borderline incomprehensible and at some point I just had to let it entertain me, while realizing the "world" it tries to establish is scientifically nonsense. Not only that, but the characters try to explain the world with quick, snippy dialogue with barely any details, while talking way too fast...leaving the viewer completely confused. And perhaps worse of all...there is essentially 0 backstory to the main character who goes by the name..."protagonist". Why should I care about this character ? Who is he ? We have 0 answer to these questions, therefore...I do not care much about the character and found myself wanting to fast forward through most of the film as...there was no emotional connection to a single one of the characters. (Dunkirk also had the same problem, and was fatally flawed as a result.) The 2nd half does have some excellent action sequences and almost made me forget how convoluted the plot was. But the first half was brutally incoherent, and not believable, essentially mindless action, and 0 character development (of most characters in the film except only 2 side-characters)...leaves the best I can give the film about a 5/10, and also fatally flawed and alternating between frustrating for much of it and fairly entertaining for the last 30 minutes, for the spectacle of it.… Expand
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whalepuddingMay 14, 2021
Pretentious, convoluted, nonsensical garbage, where only about 40% of dialogue can actually be heard. Stylistically, the movie looks great, but that's pretty much it. No character development, no explanation on what the hell is actually goingPretentious, convoluted, nonsensical garbage, where only about 40% of dialogue can actually be heard. Stylistically, the movie looks great, but that's pretty much it. No character development, no explanation on what the hell is actually going on. They just move from location to location to person to person as if it's a cutsceen from a video game.… Expand
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fernandohsOct 18, 2020
Tenet is a movie best watched more than once. Tenet is top-quality filmmaking. It is an exciting action-thriller that tries hard to define itself as a smart science-fiction time puzzle. It is a really imaginative spy movie that asks you toTenet is a movie best watched more than once. Tenet is top-quality filmmaking. It is an exciting action-thriller that tries hard to define itself as a smart science-fiction time puzzle. It is a really imaginative spy movie that asks you to believe in a universe with laws of physics of its own. It is Nolan at its most self, however, from a first-viewing experience, Nolan seems to underperform. As usual with Nolan's style of storytelling, Tenet is bold in what it expects from its audience, which might not help it with those who won't be convinced to watch it again. It is sometimes too fast and too complex to follow for those who only watch it once, though their eyes will be delighted by an ultra-fast paced story driven by spectacular action set-pieces, fights, and chases. On second-viewing however, you not only enjoy those things again and more so, but you appreciate certain things that at first you weren't able to detect or digest, such as character development so nuanced that is all the more delectable on second-viewing. Personally, I do like a puzzling narrative, but I normally don't appreciate a mandatory second viewing. With Tenet though, the 2nd-viewing experience was very gratifying, building up in a considerable amount in a number of ways.

In the end, Tenet is a masterful technical exercise in filmmaking that is welcomed at perhaps one of the quietest times in cinema's history. It is truly sad that a pandemic won't allow Tenet to fulfill its destiny as a blockbuster in its loudest sense.… Expand
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dewellFeb 4, 2021
This was one of the most disappointing movie in the last decade for me. What a rubbish incoherent James Bond story. The story and premise is insultingly dumb and if you wait for the big turnaround to make it suddenly brilliant. No, this isThis was one of the most disappointing movie in the last decade for me. What a rubbish incoherent James Bond story. The story and premise is insultingly dumb and if you wait for the big turnaround to make it suddenly brilliant. No, this is soulless movie INDUSTRY. 1 point for pointless but pretty action scenes.… Expand
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matthewmirlianiJan 10, 2021
With sharp writing, excellent performances, spectacular cinematography, and an intelligent plot, Tenet may require multiple viewings to fully appreciate, but even on the first viewing it’s a thrilling ride - reminiscent of Nolan’s earlierWith sharp writing, excellent performances, spectacular cinematography, and an intelligent plot, Tenet may require multiple viewings to fully appreciate, but even on the first viewing it’s a thrilling ride - reminiscent of Nolan’s earlier masterpieces Inception and Memento (and even of cult classic Donnie Darko). It may not always be a comfortable watch (viewers have rightly noted the overpowering sound and music), but it’s the most fearless, thought-out, and ambitious cinematic experience this year (we wouldn’t except anything less from Nolan).… Expand
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GreykingDec 20, 2020
Tenet is not a perfect film, but no film is perfect. Time travel is confusing, hence Tenet is purposely confusing. It's not everyone's cup of tea, but if you love time travel and alternate universe stories, Tenet is for you.
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ToffenuffDec 26, 2020
I understood and figured out what was going on about halfway through the movie when the reveal slowly begins, but I admit to being really confused at first (in a good, very curious way). Really interesting plot and premise. Sound designI understood and figured out what was going on about halfway through the movie when the reveal slowly begins, but I admit to being really confused at first (in a good, very curious way). Really interesting plot and premise. Sound design seemed to be substandard. Sometimes it was difficult for me to understand what people were saying. Great performances from the cast helped with immersion even as the craziness of it all sometimes made me take a step back as I tried to figure things out. Some missteps and plot holes serve to keep this as good, but not great. Would probably watch it again, just to see it once more from a perspective of knowing how everything fits together.… Expand
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zedzdedDec 1, 2020
i hated interstellar and i thought inception was dull as dishwater but after watching Tenet, i'm starting to reassess nolan's movies. yes they are exposition heavy and the dialogue is plodding and you can actually see the actors strugglingi hated interstellar and i thought inception was dull as dishwater but after watching Tenet, i'm starting to reassess nolan's movies. yes they are exposition heavy and the dialogue is plodding and you can actually see the actors struggling to find a way to deliver their terrible lines but like Russel Crowe said in Gladiator:"Are you not entertained?!?!?".

The setpieces are always visually stunning and the concepts are designed to be baffling. They're not something that lend themselves well to visual explanation but now I see them more like David Lynch movies - almost dream like. And when i watch the movies with this feeling - like we are not supposed to wholly understand, then you can just enjoy them for the silly dialogue that is designed to be baffling and nonsensical and just engage with the mish mashy spectacle of the whole mess. Then they are fun and enjoyable. If you take it too seriously and analytically, which, granted you might feel like you are supposed to, then it's a massive disappointment. If you enjoy it like a mission impossible thriller then it's a fun ride and visually stunning.

there will always be a place in my heart for the prestige and memento though and dunkirk was solid. they hold up on many different levels. tenet can be enjoyable if you keep your analytical and logical brain in check and just enjoy on a visceral level. kinda like a brainy fast and furious lol.… Expand
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max1cDec 28, 2020
This movie is really mediocre. The writing is horrible the story makes close to zero sense and the acting is medium at best.
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jcasetnlFeb 7, 2022
I watch a lot of bad films - the kind MST3K/Rifftrax will use as fodder, and I've quit many of those before the end, but nothing so highly produced and beautifully shot as TENET. That's how bad it was in every single other way to alienate me.I watch a lot of bad films - the kind MST3K/Rifftrax will use as fodder, and I've quit many of those before the end, but nothing so highly produced and beautifully shot as TENET. That's how bad it was in every single other way to alienate me. It's unapologetically confusing, and as usual, some people conflate that with "challenging". No, MOMENTO was challenging. This is just a mess. Tenet's plot, dialog and character motivations feel like Nolan grabbed a fistful of those poetry magnets and hurled them at the refrigerator door. Whatever stuck is what's on the screen. It's loud and bombastic. Sometimes in amazing ways and unacceptable in other ways. I don't need to go into the dialog - you've already heard the complaints - but it's as bad as you've read. Don't guess, don't try. Just turn on the subtitles if you're convinced you absolutely must see this terrible way to spend 200 million dollars.

The action scenes all suck because it looks like literally any other action movie when you press the Rewind button on your remote. This was a cute gimmick when I was 5 and playing with the VCR. How Nolan thought this cheap, B-movie "special effect" was appropriate for a film of this scale is just mind-boggling. It caused me to completely check out of most of the action scenes, especially when you consider if you can go back in time knowing exactly how the future will play out, you could mount attacks millimeters from your enemies. You could mount attacks INSIDE their bodies that will appear out of time in the right moments. So Nolan, who has a rep for science fiction which is scientifically-plausible, used a cheap gimmick which doesn't even stand up to the most basic scrutiny. The cardboard cutouts...er... characters are beautiful but empty. Like a collection of NPCs in a video game. Their dialog feels like it was written by a dollar store AI. You don't get to know the characters and you don't even feel anything about them. They're so wooden and mechanical they contribute to how this film does everything in its power to not immerse you.

I decided to just gut it out to the end, but with half an hour to go, I was thoroughly bored. At least when a dialog-heavy drama bores you to tears they'll at least lull you to sleep. Tenet simultaneously makes you crave a long nap but it's bombastic audio and explosions don't allow it. It's almost like a kind of sleep torture.

Fanboys are trying desperately to extract something transcendent and so genius that only watching it 12 times begins to reveal it. When Nolan's own fans have to mentally water torture themselves to appreciate this film, you know there's trouble.

Hopefully, the time travel mcguffin at the center of TENET will one day exist so we can all go back in time and warn our past sells to stay the hell away from this time turkey.… Expand
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VickimageNov 15, 2020
Let’s face it - Tenet disappears up its own backside. It is spectacular to look at but the plot circles back on itself so often that by the end it simply makes no sense. John David Washington and Robert Pattinson are fine but Kenneth BranaghLet’s face it - Tenet disappears up its own backside. It is spectacular to look at but the plot circles back on itself so often that by the end it simply makes no sense. John David Washington and Robert Pattinson are fine but Kenneth Branagh chews up the scenery - so much ham. Elizabeth Debicki is miscast - too cool by far. And what is Christopher Nolan’s fetish for having characters in masks talking so you can’t work out what they’re saying? Surely Bane was enough of that. Some of the action set-pieces are spectacular but they are undercut by an endless number of scenes where the main characters try to explain what the whole “back from the future” concept is. The fact that Nolan has to do this over and over again showed to me that even he didn’t quite know what the heck was going on by the end.… Expand
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psyberdelicJul 3, 2021
It's all about the gimmick. Inverted entropy??? The villain wants to wipe out the world so it can start over. Been there done that. So, let's ignore the fact that this story has been told a thousand times and make it all fresh by runningIt's all about the gimmick. Inverted entropy??? The villain wants to wipe out the world so it can start over. Been there done that. So, let's ignore the fact that this story has been told a thousand times and make it all fresh by running the film backwards. The gimmick doesn't make up for a tired story. And Kenneth Branagh makes a crappy villain. Not worth the $1.90 from Redbox.… Expand
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isg1983Dec 18, 2020
Am I the protagonist? No? But yes? Look at me, I AM the protagonist! He might be the protagonist, probably he is.
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neolandesDec 18, 2020
It tries to be a cerebral thriller but ends up as an average tv film with an overblown budget.
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marcmyworksMar 13, 2021
Tenet has a promising and original take on a "time-heist", the only problem is that there seem to be far too many loopholes, and the film itself jumps from scene to scene with characters quickly whispering their lines to the point ofTenet has a promising and original take on a "time-heist", the only problem is that there seem to be far too many loopholes, and the film itself jumps from scene to scene with characters quickly whispering their lines to the point of confusion. I give this film a 7, mostly because the cinematography, acting and action sequences are wonderful.… Expand
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andyctedMar 25, 2021
Surely not the best Nolan movie, but at least, compared to what is coming out lately, he’s someone that tries to make original plots. The directing is in his usual style, although this time with less flare, given the environment. The plot isSurely not the best Nolan movie, but at least, compared to what is coming out lately, he’s someone that tries to make original plots. The directing is in his usual style, although this time with less flare, given the environment. The plot is possibly one the most complex he has ever made, perhaps even a tad too much this time. But at least he tries hard to make you think while watching the movie and in the days afterwards. Acting was a mixed bag, sometimes I felt it a bit jarring. If I had to find a nuisance, compared to the other Nolan movies, the usual mandatory rewatching to understand completely the first viewing, wasn’t as enjoyable as usual, mainly because this time the complexity of the story felt more like a puzzle to solve. Overall, not a masterpiece, but an excellent movie for those who want to be engaged in a complex story and original material.… Expand
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frankrog29May 4, 2021
Tenet is a good movie with interesting ideas that are not expressed well. These interesting ideas are expressed through dialogue that is hushed, spoken in unintelligible accents, or riddled with terms with which most viewers are probablyTenet is a good movie with interesting ideas that are not expressed well. These interesting ideas are expressed through dialogue that is hushed, spoken in unintelligible accents, or riddled with terms with which most viewers are probably unfamiliar. If the dialogue were more audible and discernible or if mysterious jargon were not so consistently thrown around, viewers would derive more enjoyment out of this film. The concepts discussed and on display in the film are quite interesting and exciting, but the potential for a more fully realized moviegoing experience is wasted by impenetrable dialogue that is muttered by the actors, leaving most of the audience scratching their heads.… Expand
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Voodoo123Dec 28, 2020
The great visual style and interesting premise weren't enough to save this from being dull. The convoluted visual storytelling made a poor structure. Ultimately despite all the distractions, it just didn't hold my interest. The mumblingThe great visual style and interesting premise weren't enough to save this from being dull. The convoluted visual storytelling made a poor structure. Ultimately despite all the distractions, it just didn't hold my interest. The mumbling dialogue feels odd and made it harder to connect to the characters. As usual with nolan the time manipulation maguffin is under explained and poorly visualized.… Expand
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RMckayDec 5, 2020
There's a fatal flaw in this film. Despite it's stellar effects and mind bending timeline, Tenet has no soul. The whole time I found myself wondering 'why should I care about what these characters do'. In Nolan's best film (in my opinion)There's a fatal flaw in this film. Despite it's stellar effects and mind bending timeline, Tenet has no soul. The whole time I found myself wondering 'why should I care about what these characters do'. In Nolan's best film (in my opinion) 'Inception', we get to know the characters and their flaws. Getting to know why Leo does what he does, and his being haunted by things in the past is what makes us relate to him. In Tenet there is no back story. No motive for the 'Protagonist' to do what he does. There's a great performance by Robert Pattinson, which is probably the acting highlight of the film. I can't give the film a bad review, as it was entertaining, but I also can't give it a stellar review either as it was lifeless. It would seem almost as if Nolan came up with the idea of the special effects first, and then haphazardly built a hollow story around it, as the vessel to carry this intriguing piece of eye candy. All in all, that's what Tenet is. Eye candy. It's good eye candy, but falls flatter than a sheet of paper when it comes to heart. I'd easily give this an 8 instead of a 6 if there was even an iota of reason to care about why the characters do what they do. Still worth the watch for FX alone though.… Expand
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ohnomrbillOct 5, 2020
imagine a james bond-ish character in a scifi universe with a rick sanchez level of scifi complexity. well, thats it, thats my review. it was pretty good yet you have to turn off your mind, sort of, and just enjoy, like you would with rick &imagine a james bond-ish character in a scifi universe with a rick sanchez level of scifi complexity. well, thats it, thats my review. it was pretty good yet you have to turn off your mind, sort of, and just enjoy, like you would with rick & morty. i substracted a point or two because the other 2 people in the theater said they needed to watch it a few more times because they just did not understand it. my first theater experience since the covid insanity started.… Expand
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RalfbergsMay 27, 2021
I actually enjoyed it. While of course some might question the logic behind some of it etc, I still found it different and enjoyable watch, just like in past with Memento or Inception. Of course some of it in general sounded a bit dumb, butI actually enjoyed it. While of course some might question the logic behind some of it etc, I still found it different and enjoyable watch, just like in past with Memento or Inception. Of course some of it in general sounded a bit dumb, but for a movie I thought it was good.… Expand
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ThomassMar 14, 2021
Hey gang this movie borders on the ridiculous. The acting is fine but the story is silly, incomprehensible and way way way too long! My friend and I actually turned it off after 2 hours . I liked INCEPTION but I could follow that and it made sense.
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andre27Jan 19, 2021
Bom filme, algo confuso. Mas gostei. Bom elenco. Gostei do ritmo do filme e da ideia apesar de confusa.
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YorkManJan 28, 2021
Stunning visuals.... That's the only redeeming factor of this movie. It does look amazing, with stunning cinematography and some unbelievable action sequences. Everything else though... Utter crap.
About an hour into the film I had to pauseStunning visuals.... That's the only redeeming factor of this movie. It does look amazing, with stunning cinematography and some unbelievable action sequences. Everything else though... Utter crap.
About an hour into the film I had to pause it, grab my phone, and see if perhaps my copy had some issue with the sound mix. You could barely hear what anyone was saying, and at various times I had to jump on the volume button of my remote because some scenes were incredibly loud.
Turns out my copy was fine, and the unintelligible dialogue and volume 'jumps' were a purposeful choice by the Director, and that it actually caused problems when the film was shown in the cinema!
Being unable to discern what anyone is saying ruins the film, what plot/exposition I could glean from hearing every fourth word spoken (at best) means I had no idea what was happening.
Again, it was wonderful to look at, but impossible to understand.
Another result of this, I couldn't really get an idea of how well anyone was acting. Characterisations were impossible to realise, as well as formulating any sense of motivation.

Ultimately it's a film I watched all the way through, but won't watch again (unless a cut comes out with the sound mix drastically improved!), it was just two and half hours of my life I won't be getting back!… Expand
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mustang8Dec 26, 2022
Tenet is a masterclass by Nolan. It’s unique in so many aspects that it would be safe to say it’s nothing like what came before it.
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laurap74Jan 23, 2021
Basically a crap movie all around. The story is unnecessarily complicated and confusing. The actors are bad, Robert Pattison is pathetic, while Washington lacks personality and charisma. The music is so annoying and loud I couldnt even hearBasically a crap movie all around. The story is unnecessarily complicated and confusing. The actors are bad, Robert Pattison is pathetic, while Washington lacks personality and charisma. The music is so annoying and loud I couldnt even hear what the actors were saying. A really empty and boring movie which I dont recommend to anybody! Save your time and avoid this!… Expand
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jonateloOct 30, 2020
Its a little too ambitious in my opinion. If you thought inception was hard to follow, this will leave you scratching your head. The general plot is good and the the action and acting is great but its dizzying.
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eva3si0nDec 31, 2020
Perhaps Tenet is the weakest film in Nolan's career. He looks great in the trailer, and is no longer so intricate after 20 minutes of viewing. Yes, the denouement is excellent, the camera work is done at an unrealistic level. But there reallyPerhaps Tenet is the weakest film in Nolan's career. He looks great in the trailer, and is no longer so intricate after 20 minutes of viewing. Yes, the denouement is excellent, the camera work is done at an unrealistic level. But there really is no plot here, the cast is not the strongest, perhaps only Robert Pattinson and Kenneth Branagh stands out. I expected something more, apparently Nolan raised the bar too much. If you compare Tenet with that Inception, then complete degradation in all aspects is on the face.… Expand
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gingerninja11May 19, 2023
Watch it sober. Best time-travel philosophy ever presented across any medium of fiction. Amazing cinematography, action, characters, plot.
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sachineldhoDec 6, 2020
I loved the complexity of the plot, but I couldn't stand the poor filmmaking and worse editing. Even the cinematography is **** Nolan put all his effort into making the plot complex that he forgot his basic filmmaking lessons. Compare a shotI loved the complexity of the plot, but I couldn't stand the poor filmmaking and worse editing. Even the cinematography is **** Nolan put all his effort into making the plot complex that he forgot his basic filmmaking lessons. Compare a shot from Dunkirk with Tenet, and you will understand it easily.… Expand
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PeteOppelJun 26, 2021
The plot is incomprehensible and the screenplay ludicrous, but what makes this film special is its mechanics -- the jaw-dropping special and visual effects, the cinematography and director Nolan's adept pacing that makes a two-hour, 30 minuteThe plot is incomprehensible and the screenplay ludicrous, but what makes this film special is its mechanics -- the jaw-dropping special and visual effects, the cinematography and director Nolan's adept pacing that makes a two-hour, 30 minute film seems less than half that long.… Expand
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Iamcritical86Sep 11, 2021
It had it's moments of being moderately entertaining but this film lost a few points for me simply because I found it to be too confusing, convoluted and overall hard to follow. Also there were some flaws in the audio department - like IIt had it's moments of being moderately entertaining but this film lost a few points for me simply because I found it to be too confusing, convoluted and overall hard to follow. Also there were some flaws in the audio department - like I found myself straining to hear what the actors were saying over the loud BOOMING background music! Super annoying!… Expand
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geometricalMay 3, 2021
Tenet starts off promising but doesn’t quite come together by the time the credits roll. The special effects were alright, but not oscar-worthy. Pretty average movie overall, with a below/average plot.
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eded9999Jan 2, 2021
I barely can get the plot right. Which make the first half really boring.
Also, i don't know why but all action scenes looks so sloppy and kind of censored.
The protagonist looks out of his league. Pattison and the blond girl totally eclipseI barely can get the plot right. Which make the first half really boring.
Also, i don't know why but all action scenes looks so sloppy and kind of censored.
The protagonist looks out of his league. Pattison and the blond girl totally eclipse him.

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XV_Feb 27, 2021
Tenet has a pretty straightforward premise: A super agent called Protagonist has to stop an evil mastermind to begin World War III, it is kind of a 007 movie. What is not straightforward is everything in between.

The movie presents us with aTenet has a pretty straightforward premise: A super agent called Protagonist has to stop an evil mastermind to begin World War III, it is kind of a 007 movie. What is not straightforward is everything in between.

The movie presents us with a reversing time mechanic which it's a pretty neat idea, it also is not as hard to grasp, but it is shown and explained so many times in different and convoluted ways that it ends up being confusing. At first, it's introduced as something you can do with "reversed" items, but after that, it appears that they forgot this, and then it is more like you need a machine to get in that state. The reversing rules feel like they are ever bending, and here lies the main problem with this film: it is always on shaky ground. As aforementioned, Nolan does dense movies that anyone can watch and enjoy, but this comes with the problem of when is too much exposition? When it's better to let go of your audiences a little? It's obvious that he didn't trust the audience would get the reversing thing so he ended over-explaining it and ultimately that decision backfired. It doesn't help that most of this exposition it's given to us in the most basic forms: characters explaining it to other characters while walking or eating at a table, this happens many times throughout the movie to the point of it becoming repetitive device. It is worth noting that a lot of dialogue it's eaten by loud sounds and noise from the background, this can become an annoyance since it is easy to lose track of the plot with these auditive obstacles, some people are theorizing about this high noise being intentional, and that might be true as it's unlikely for a director so invested in sound would let this slide up, still it's bothersome and if that's true it is a terrible gimmick to add re-watch value to the movie.

The rhythm of the film can be off, but it is never dull or boring, even with the things mentioned before. As an action movie, it is great on its action scenes since they get pretty creative with the reversing, the only bad thing about them is the final set-piece. It's an incredibly choreographed scene with lots of stakes and dynamism, yet, it is stained by these double simultaneous fights where another character is doing something more uninteresting with allegedly higher stakes, but at the same time, they felt lower.

Most of the cast is pretty solid, and the characters are likable. John David Washington as Protagonist and Robert Pattinson as Niel are pretty good, they are charisma walking machines, however, the one performance that I liked the most it's from Elizabeth Debicki, her character is the only one with a more definite arc, and it also displays a wide range of emotions through the movie, I can see how this character could not work with another actor, but Debicki fleshed her up extremely well. On the other hand, the antagonist played by Kenneth Branagh didn't work for me, he is a great actor, yet the decisions made surrounding his character are way too cartoony for his good.

Tenet is an unnecessarily convoluted movie filled with exposition dialogue but fun action scenes. As with other Nolan movies, this one has a rewatching value, I can see how someone would pass over a second glance, but to me, I could have a second view because as flawed as it is, it's entertaining from the start to finish.… Expand
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