Inception 2010

The Good:

• A fresh and unique take on both action movies and heist movies.
• Christopher Nolan handles dreams and dream worlds in a refreshing manner, creating an exciting and layered world of his own vision.
• Inception has so many layers, dimensions and details that it requires multiple viewings to fully grasp.
• Hans Zimmer’s score adds another layer of mysticism into the mix.
• A versatile cast moves the action forward – standouts are DiCaprio with a broken mind, cocky Hardy and the emotional supporter Page.
• The intelligent script adds enough hints for the audience to figure things out on their own.
• Includes some of the most original and spectacular action sequences seen in movies.
• The plot moves forward at a brisk pace but gives us time to breathe in between suspenseful moments.
• Focus on DiCaprio’s Cobb and his personal troubles, making Inception much more than just your average blockbuster.
• The cinematography and editing, the visual effects and the production design are impeccable.

The Bad:

• The movie can be confusing to follow for the inattentive viewer.
• Most of the characters, while complex and versatile, are never explored more thoroughly.

Verdict:
Inception is Christopher Nolan’s masterpiece and an action movie worth several re-watches.