A visually stunning film bogged down by a lack of compelling characters

Rating: Null/10 (22 July 2017)

This film was one of my most anticipated movies of 2017, and directed by one of my favorite directors, but honestly, I was kind of let down. Technically speaking, this film is a masterpiece. The cinematography is absolutely stunning and each scene is full of suspense. However, there is one big flaw that I can not overlook. The film is practically devoid of a single compelling character, and is forced to lean more on its spectacle and action. And even the action can get a little tiring, specifically the air battles, where by the third downed plane, it just starts to feel repetitive. Overall, the film looks exactly like what you'd expect a film directed by Christopher Nolan to look like, but without an emotional core, I can't help but be disappointed by it. Is it a good film? I'd say yes. But is it a film on the level of Full Metal Jacket or Saving Private Ryan? I'd have to disagree on that.