This film blew me away! Nolan has crafted one of the cinematic feats of all time!

Rating: 10/10 (19 July 2010)

I saw this extraordinary film last night, and for the first time i can think of i left the cinema 100% satisfied with what i had seen. Christopher Nolan had proved himself as one of todays top film makers with 2008's smash hit The Dark Knight, and with Inception he makes his other landmark screenplay, Memento, seem like a distant memory. Every aspect of this film has raised and set the bar for all other films to aspire to.
The complexity of the plot will inevitably draw certain comparisons with the matrix but Nolan's work with the pen surpasses the Wachowski's due to the simple fact that by the end the audience aren't left with a million open ends. 1 or 2 things may leave viewers asking questions and certain aspects can be interpreted in multiple ways which will ensure that this films hype will not die down anytime soon.
The special effects and set pieces are a marvel surpassed only by Nolan's plot. From zero gravity hallways to snow capped mountains and winding Indian streets. Not one scene in this movie will have you checking your watch, this is edge-of-your-seat cinema at it's thrilling best.
One thing i noticed in this movie that i've never paid particular attention to before was the sound. I could feel the world of dreams engulf me from all angles, something which i have never noticed before, hands down to Hans Zimmer who has crafted a score more powerful than that of The Dark Knight. This is a haunting score which helps build the tension of the scenes without ever going to far, he should have his fingers crossed for another Academy Award nomination and possibly another win (which would be his only Oscar other than The Lion King)
Finally the acting, Leonardo Dicaprio proved he could act at a young age and in my opinion he has grown and matured as an actor, with both Inception and Shutter Island showcasing his talent in 2010 this is one actor who cant be over looked, he plays the action character here but the fantastic scrip allows him to develop the persona of Cobb, as the conflicted hero struggling with his hidden truths. Tom Hardy is growing as an actor and in Inception we can see another dimension to this rising British star. Ellen Page shine's as always as the newest member of Cobbs crack team of dream thieves, and Ken Watanabe commanding presence is well received as Cobb's one chance for redemption. The entire cast play their parts to perfection but i felt that Marion Cotillard was the strongest in this fantastic ensemble, her performance was mesmerising although it is difficult to explain further without revealing anything about the movie, but you'll understand when you see the movie. The chemistry she share's with DiCaprio is amongst the best i've seen in a long long time.
This has to be in contention for Oscars already, it knocks The Dark Knight out of the ring and Nolan has to be a safe bet for Best Director and Original Screenplay even at this early stage of the season i predict fantastic award success for this film and all its cast and crew.