A love letter to the UK

Rating: 8/10 (18 July 2017)

Nolan is a master of his craft. He really flexes his thematic muscles on every project. Amazing imagery and always has an impressive nack for telling a story. Stunning cinematography and A+ acting, easily one of the most intense movies I've ever seen. The more I recount it tho the more I am sure it was a love letter to the UK, which is a pretty charming sentiment. It seemed like a showcase of Brit grit in the face of overwhelming odds. Honestly at some points I felt I was watching a visual representation of a history textbook. Not really what I was hoping for but immensely entertaining. A very vague plot if one at all, just a series of truly jaw dropping events and character reaction. But maybe that's the point? Colorful examples of bravery and cowardice in the face of monumental situations; with unfortunately predictable reactions. But what are we to expect from a director who has mastered the alternative mind-bending fiction which has won our hearts for years? A director who's toes are just barely wet in the ocean of nonfiction narrative? He dives full confidence into the alien realm and newcomer Nolan scores an 8/10. A noble mark for my favorite filmmaker, credited with creating some of the best fiction ever written and displayed.