Nothing but noise and special effects

Rating: 1/10 (3 February 2011)

Wow, what a bad movie. I was truly surprised at how bad it was. It was an interesting concept but just evolved into a plethora of violence, noise, and special effects. I am a Leanardo Decaprio fan and have been impressed with his acting since What's Eating Gilbert Grape? (1993) but there was very little acting in this movie, note: no Oscar nominations for acting in any category. I can't understand how it was nominated for Best Picture, other than the fact the needed to fill up the new number of 10 nominees needed. Note, no nomination for Best Director. I thought Ellen Page was hugely miscast; she was a distraction through-out the movie. There were only 2 or 3 brief scenes when there was a bit of meaningful dialogue. There was the potential to develop Cobb's relationship with Saito, but it never happened. If you are expecting a movie with good acting, good direction, and any depth, do not go to see Inception. You will be disappointed.