INCEPTION (12a)

 No doubt you've heard about the complexity of this film by now. It's such an original and compelling story that you have to be extremely alert to grasp the whole thing. That, coupled with a brilliant team of actors and crew, makes Inception the most thought provoking film since The Matrix. 






The Serious: 10/11
 As stated, Inception is original material, from the exquisite mind of Christopher Nolan. Anyone who has seen his Batman work knows that Nolan never goes for the obvious. He chooses to carve up ground in his own style and  daringly attempt the new. Inception it seems, continues this trend.
 Right from the word go, we are thrown into the elaborate world of Dom Cobb (Leonardo Dicaprio) and his team of extractors. After a sour job, Cobb is given a new, infinitely more dangerous task. To plant an idea in a subject's mind, an inception. I shall not go further into detail, because there is too much risk of spoiling the genius of the story for you. All that needs saying is that Inception puts a new edge on the the thriller stereotype, driven by something we haven't been given before, making it entirely intriguing and impossible to escape from.
 The acting in this film is a master class in how to thrill an audience; there is not a moment of doubt in the characters as the story sweeps them along. Special mentions go to Ellen Page and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, whose supporting roles are outstanding, with complete dependability and dedication, proving their talent as actors. The main role of Dom Cobb, is yet another feather in Dicaprio's astonishing cap. It seems almost impossible to find the actor in a bad film and Inception reaffirms his prowess as a master of the trade. Cobb's uniqueness as a character comes from his personal demons and troubles, which not only drive his own storyline, they have the potential to ruin everything thanks to the film's brilliant nature. It's an outstanding role from DiCaprio, which i personally think is worthy of a few awards.
 For the hyper-picky among you, you may argue that there is too much action, and that Inception has the potential to be cleverer than that. On a personal level i would disagree, but for that reason alone, a 10/11 has been anointed, and it's a very thin line to walk. For a thriller of immense intelligence and originality, this movie will be tough to beat. Pay attention to it, and Inception could easily be the most rewarding cinema experience this summer. Even when the credits role, you'll be left with endless questions and possibilities, the main of which will befuddle us forever.
  It's an immersive world of originality and possibility, that will never be truly replicated by the probable copycats of Hollywood. Do not miss Inception.


The Fun: 4/11
 For entertainment, Inception is excellent when viewed with an engaged mind. If it's crazy fun you're after, this probably isn't the right movie for you (refer to the Expendables review). While there are some stunning action sequences and enough thrills to impress, you'll leave feeling perplexed and empty if you can't understand everything else.
 4/11 is in no way saying Inception is a bad film. It's breathtaking, but i know it won't be for everyone. This film focuses heavily on plot, story and intricate ideas, so if that's not what you're looking for, i'd advise giving Inception a miss. However, if you do insist on seeing it for fun, make sure you have someone with you who can explain the film's dynamic and fill in the blanks afterwards.


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