Rage, Rage, Rage...

Rating: 9/10 (24 November 2014)

The biggest disappointment of the year for me was when the rating on this website for this film dropped to 8.9/10.
Why?
The same reason why people criticised Inception, or any other film that runs over two hours in length or causes the audience to actually use their brains while watching it. I am sorry, but if you want to see a science-fiction film like this, you have to expect it. Do not go to see this film if you have no interest in the way that the universe works or any interest in the supposed application of scientific and philosophical theories through the use of film. This is a perfect example of a film maker using his craft in order to teach us something or encourage us to think about the way the universe works. If you do not appreciate the academic value of this motion picture, then please refrain from commenting on it.
Growing up, my favourite film director has always been Steven Spielberg. His science-fiction epics, such as Close Encounters and ET, are ground-breaking and have inspired a whole generation of film makers, such as Cuoron and Nolan. When Gravity was released last year, I, among many, was blown away. I remember thinking that no one could possibly create a clearer, more perfect image of space than Cuoron does in that film. Yet, of course, I was greatly mistaken as this is far greater. While many have criticised the side-story about Hathaway's love spanning across time and space, which I must also admit was quite sickening, it is mastery compared to the dialogue and plot in Gravity- need I mention 'the Hairy Guy'?
It is therefore clear that, while Spielberg will always remain the greatest in my heart, it has become clear that Nolan is the best of our time. The Dark Knight trilogy is sensational, as no film fan would disagree, and his psychological thrillers such as Memento and Inception are mind-bendingly brilliant. Having studied Philosophy for about 10 weeks, being a student in Year 12 (Lower Sixth), Inception and Interstellar have massively boosted my understanding and application of what I have learnt from the film. If you are studying or have studied this subject, you will find its exploration in Einstein's Theory of Relativity and the Twins Paradox thoroughly engaging, and it certainly provides arguments for the Everlasting Model of God that you will certainly enjoy debating amongst your peers!
This is where this film goes where no film has gone before.
Another main criticism of the film is that of the articulation of the main characters, specifically Cooper, who seems to have some difficulty in speaking. This is a noticeable issue; however it does add to the realism of the film and, if it bothers you so much, there is always the option to see a film with subtitles! On the subject of sound, make sure you listen to Zimmer's amazing soundtrack, even if you don't see the film. The use of the organ and strings is a complete contrast to any of his previous scores and is possibly his greatest one yet. As a keen listener of film music, I could not wait to purchase the score and, having listened to it numerous times over, it will certainly remain one of my favourites for a long time.
Did I mention the beautifully apt use of Dylan Thomas?
Enjoy this film in every possible sense, but seriously, do everyone who can watch an incredible film and appreciate it a massive favour by keeping it to yourself if it was 'too long' or 'boring' for you.
Don't go gentle into that good night.