Neither great - nor horrible

Rating: Null/10 (6 October 2001)

This movie certainly does not deserve to be #2 in the top 250 movies of all time. I was eager to watch this film, with the expectations you get from seeing these kinds of ratings (and especially from a movie from 2000, with all the duds out there these days). I have to say that it is a very satisfying experience, an extremely intriguing movie that will keep you wondering what will happen next. The unusual storytelling style will just involve you even more into the main character's own experience.
But "Memento" is not grand like "The Godfather" is. Not even comparable. I would say it is a VERY GOOD movie, with a very intelligent plot, and great use of storytelling.
However, I cannot believe nor understand those who say that the film does not have a good ending (don't worry - no spoilers here). "Memento"'s ending just brings the whole experience into perspective, it reveals the true magnitude of the main character's condition, and THAT is the surprising element.
Those who say that the movie is bad because it does not have an ending, are the same folks who will tell you not to visit a modern art exhibit because you won't understand the abstract paintings. Give me a break!!! If all creative individuals limited themselves to satisfy those who need to understand everything, many great artists would not even exist.

Watch this film, but do yourself a favor: watch it with a 21st century mind. Sit down and watch the film, and don't worry if you aren't "understanding" every single bit of information. The experience is much more rewarding.