This is definitely not an inception of Nolan's fantastic work

Rating: 10/10 (28 July 2010)

**** out of (****)
Christopher Nolan has truly took my breathe away from his slue of films such as "The Dark Knight" and "The Prestige". He is such a visually stunning director but his eye isn't just on the style, but rather focused on both style and substance. A majority of film directors rarely can accomplish outstanding cinematography spiced up with an inventive script, but Nolan's the man. Even Hitchcock would give Nolan a huge round of applause if he was still alive. No modern day director can even come close to what Nolan has in stock. Darren Aronofsky may be the only true director that matches the superb quality of Christopher. Having seen the advertisements for this film, I knew that I wouldn't be let down and that this film would leave me in such great awe. After coming back from the IMAX screening, I could say my expectations were fully met. Nolan delivers once again, but to say my expectations were just met is a huge understatement. Inception is the type of film that is so captivating and awe- inspiring, that you will be left breathe less for a few minutes. It's the kind of film that is so informative and evolving that it'll leave you talking about the movie for years. Move over "Avatar", Inception is the film that will truly change the way we have a perspective on cinema. If more films can even match the perfection of "Inception", I would never feel hesitant to pay the full ticket price.
"Inception" revolves around Dr. Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio) who has plans to plant an idea in someone's mind. He just needs several people to join the "Inception". First, he brings along an architect (Ellen Page), who knows everything about "Inception" and she can slickly create the dream world to look so authentic that it's nearly identical to reality. Then Cobb brings along a supporting member (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) along with the rest of the clan (Tom Hardy, Ken Watanabe, Dileep Raio, and Cillian Murphy). Cob believes that the only true way he can fix his troubled past and be re-connected with his family is by taking this job, although, it's not strictly speaking legal.
First of all, the script for "Inception" is nothing short of phenomenal. I could not spot one plot inconsistency or plot hole. Furthermore, the dialog feels so genuine and authentic, it feels like you're a part of the team. Moreover, the concept is so amazingly unique and complex, that it challenges the viewer, which so far no film this year has done that. Additionally, the script is always captivating and never grows tedious and never over-stays its welcome. Next, the performances are just unbelievably outstanding. Every member truly sticks out and all of them are so absorbing and engaging that not one actor or actress stands out from another. To add to that, the pacing of this film is very brisk. There isn't a scene that is prolonging or too brief. This film is a nice package that blatantly shows that it was well crafted together rather than feeling so stitched. Also, the cinematography is just mind-blowing. The scenery will just take your breathe away and inhale it. Truly remarkable in every sense. To top it off, the action sequences are nothing short of stunning. This movie's main focus is not on action, but when the action graces its way on to the big screen, it is amazing. To add, while the movie can be perplexing at moments, it isn't overly confusing to wear out a viewer. Many other films have been way more frustrating in its source material than "Inception" is.
To be perfectly honest with you, I found no single flaw in this film. Yes this film has a bloated running time, but it goes by so briskly, that is feels like half of its running time. People protested about the over-complexity of the film, yet it isn't too confusing to frustrate a viewer. In all honesty, and I usually side with the critics, I found nothing wrong about this film or nothing I liked. Also people have complained about how this movie is pretentious. I found nothing pretentious about this movie at all and usually, films that try too hard to impress, I find pretentious, but pretentious it is not. Also, I love how people keep comparing "Inception" to other films based on dreams (i.e. "The Matrix", "Paprika"). I've watched both aforementioned movies and "Inception" and all three movies are in a different ballpark. The only similarity between the three is that it involves a dream.
Have you ever felt that a film is just so absorbing and captivating, that it is worth every penny you spend? That film is "Inception". What's even more astounding is that "Inception" is not only satisfying enough to pay full price, but after you see it, I guarantee you'll want to see it a few more times before you leave the theater. It is just simply flawless and daring, that it easily made my top twenty films of all time. Nolan, you may just be the new Spielberg. Ladies and gentlemen, why are you still here? Go see "Inception" now, then see it again, then again, and then again. Probably the best movie you're likely to see this year.
Note: Many have questioned whether the IMAX experience is worth the extra money or not. It depends on what you like. If you don't care about movie enhancing experiences and just want to see the film, IMAX may be a waste of your hard-earn cash. Although, if you want more bang for your buck and want the film to feel as raw as possible, IMAX will be worth every penny. I mean, come on, let's do the math. Incredible theater + Incredible Movie= Worth every penny. It's that simple.