Interstellar!!!!

Rating: 7/10 (1 December 2014)

When Christopher Nolan directs, Matthew McConaughey stars and Hans Zimmer composes I instantly know I could be in for a treat. Journey into space with Cooper (McConaughey), the last astronaut left on an Earth near the end of existence. He and a group of explorers travel to a mysterious wormhole which could help them migrate to galaxies and dimensions beyond our own in order to save what's left of humanity.
I walked into the cinema with sky high expectations before watching Interstellar, and it did not disappoint, the film is great. Although it is not perfect, actors like Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon don't perform at their highest potential, and it often seemed like Christopher Nolan struggled to piece the film together. But with an interesting concept and scientifically accurate theories it will still have your attention and have your heart racing from beginning to end.
At its core, Interstellar is a tale of love between father and daughter. The relationship between Cooper and Murph (played by Mackenzie Foy, the strange CGI child from Twilight) is truly heart- warming. This is a completely different ball park for Nolan, and it's fantastically executed. We feel and care for their bond and it brings more depth and emotion to the story. However it does feel as if it is the cement that keeps it all together and without it the whole thing would topple over, giving the idea that the story isn't as complete as it should be.
Without a doubt the film is beautiful. The world created by Christopher and Jonathan Nolan is visually stunning. From the authenticity of the icy planet which is "Stark but undeniably beautiful," to the near perfect atmosphere created by composer Hans Zimmer's monumental soundtrack, Interstellar has us in aw from beginning to end as we astound in the elegance, refinement and grace of this world.
Matthew McConaughey is the crown jewel of the film, his performance has assured his place in today's acting royalty, and this is the performance that certifies him as well and truly "back." It is heart-breaking, and it feels like every time this film had me well and truly engaged he was on the screen. Some of the best sequences show nothing but his face when he slogs through this disastrous, melancholy and devastating mission he is on, and I would never take his place. He makes us feel his emotion. I thought about how it would affect me more than once, and that in its own way is terrifying.
Interstellar is certainly not Nolan's best directional work, (Inception, with Leonardo DiCaprio being my personal favourite) although it's splendid in so many ways. McConaughey's sensational performance is required due to the mediocrity of supporting performances by Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Matt Damon and Casey Affleck. But as expected the cinematography, visual effects and complexity of the film is brilliant. This once again proves that Christopher Nolan is one of the best in the business, with his consistency and intelligence shining through yet again. Perhaps more than ever.