Inception

Name: Inception
Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: July 16, 2010
Duration: 148 min
Rating: 74
Cast: Elliot Page, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ken Watanabe, Leonardo DiCaprio

2010

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Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: July 16, 2010 | PG-13

Starring: Elliot Page, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ken Watanabe, Leonardo DiCaprio

Summary: Dom Cobb is a skilled thief, the absolute best in the dangerous art of extraction, stealing valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious during the dream state, when the mind is at its most vulnerable. Cobb's rare ability has made him a coveted player in this treacherous new world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him anDom Cobb is a skilled thief, the absolute best in the dangerous art of extraction, stealing valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious during the dream state, when the mind is at its most vulnerable. Cobb's rare ability has made him a coveted player in this treacherous new world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him an international fugitive and cost him everything he has ever loved. Now Cobb is being offered a chance at redemption. One last job could give him his life back but only if he can accomplish the impossible—inception. Instead of the perfect heist, Cobb and his team of specialists have to pull off the reverse: their task is not to steal an idea but to plant one. If they succeed, it could be the perfect crime. But no amount of careful planning or expertise can prepare the team for the dangerous enemy that seems to predict their every move. An enemy that only Cobb could have seen coming. This summer, your mind is the scene of the crime. [Warner Bros. Pictures]… Expand

Director: Christopher Nolan

Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 148 min

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Shawn Levy

This is a deeply felt work of art in the form of a big, brassy movie-movie. Read full review

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Roger Ebert

Inception does a difficult thing. It is wholly original, cut from new cloth, and yet structured with action movie basics so it feels like it makes more sense than (quite possibly) it does. Read full review

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Boxoffice Magazine Pete Hammond

In terms of sheer originality, ambition and achievement, Inception is the movie of the summer, the movie of the year and the movie of our dreams. Read full review

Lisa Schwarzbaum

As engrossing and logic-resistant as the state of dreaming it seeks to replicate, Christopher Nolan's audacious new creation demands further study to fully absorb the multiple, simultaneous stories Nolan finagles into one narrative experience. Read full review

Wesley Morris

One of the best things about Nolan as a director is that he’s not self-conscious. His movies unfold and fold in on themselves without the strain of labor or flash. But that lack of self-consciousness is also Nolan’s downside. Read full review

Steven Rea

Stymied by a clunking script, crammed with expository exchanges and urgent blather. Read full review

Rex Reed

I'd like to tell you just how bad Inception really is, but since it is barely even remotely lucid, no sane description is possible. Read full review

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RedzuanM.

Jul 16, 2010

What makes Inception so special is that it's not your typical straight forward summer blockbuster. Nolan gives you bits and pieces of information, and as the movie plays out the viewer begins to put the pieces together and the picture gradually becomes clearer. Chris Nolan doesn't What makes Inception so special is that it's not your typical straight forward summer blockbuster. Nolan gives you bits and pieces of information, and as the movie plays out the viewer begins to put the pieces together and the picture gradually becomes clearer. Chris Nolan doesn't dumb down the movie for the audience like most Hollywood movies do these days, he expects us to keep up with him. And when we do, the reward is extremely gratifying. And the visuals were amazing.… Expand

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nakedtroll

Mar 15, 2011

This is one of the best movies ive ever seen. if someone tells you its too confusing, then they were probably told the same thing and over thought it. it isnt hard to get. the acting is superb as is the writing, directing, and score, there is no words to describe what Nolan has done with theThis is one of the best movies ive ever seen. if someone tells you its too confusing, then they were probably told the same thing and over thought it. it isnt hard to get. the acting is superb as is the writing, directing, and score, there is no words to describe what Nolan has done with the effects of this movie and the fact that he did as little of CGI as possible is commendable. an instant classic, a must buy.… Expand

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trenta

Jul 16, 2010

This movie was amazing and as for the first tom M. up there who gave this a zero... batman has no jurisdiction. he will find you and make you squeal. just kiddin but your opinion is terrible. you dont like a movie because you arent smart enough to understand it? Go watch "Wolverine" and This movie was amazing and as for the first tom M. up there who gave this a zero... batman has no jurisdiction. he will find you and make you squeal. just kiddin but your opinion is terrible. you dont like a movie because you arent smart enough to understand it? Go watch "Wolverine" and dont bother with any of Chris Nolan's films any more.… Expand

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SamMeh04

Mar 24, 2020

One of, if not the best movie Chris Nolan made. It will give you goosebumps, make you think about life and reality and go deep into your soul. A masterpiece, a classic, words cannot describe the brilliance of this movie.

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Sachi

Dec 20, 2011

Inception is an amazing film that has a good premisis and delivers perfection. Leonardo Di Caprio's acting is as amazing as ever. The plot is very strong and the special effects that the film has are amazing, the story can get mildly confusing at times but that is the subtle point of theInception is an amazing film that has a good premisis and delivers perfection. Leonardo Di Caprio's acting is as amazing as ever. The plot is very strong and the special effects that the film has are amazing, the story can get mildly confusing at times but that is the subtle point of the movie. Inception requires a lot of thinking and accomplishes that. Overall, Inception is a great film that everyone should watch and it is a film that you will remember forever. Breakdown for "Inception": Presentation: 9.3, Plot: 9.6, Acting: 9.8, Script: 9.4, Lasting Appeal: 9.7, Verdict: 9.4 out of 10 "Amazing".… Expand

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TheCritic1

Feb 11, 2012

Inception is a great film but while I was watching this for the first time, I was saying to myself "What is going on here?" I was saying that to myself the second time I say it as well. Still a great film though.

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JerryH.

Jul 22, 2010

What a waste of time and money. I never had the suspension of disbelief required to be part of or absorbed by a movie. The whole time I thought, "what a load of crap". It makes The Matrix look simple, linear and sane by comparison. Don't waste your time and money on this movie, even on What a waste of time and money. I never had the suspension of disbelief required to be part of or absorbed by a movie. The whole time I thought, "what a load of crap". It makes The Matrix look simple, linear and sane by comparison. Don't waste your time and money on this movie, even on DVD. I liked the Dark Knight and enjoy Leo iin most of his movies. Big flop.… Expand

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