A week ago we went to see Inception for the first time.
The story, the questions, the various possibilities as to what was really going on, swam around in my head on Friday; and on Saturday I just had to go and see it again. Surprisingly, she who must be obeyed was happy for a return visit; even though she was comfortable to accept “the standard view” as to the storyline. We both enjoyed it just as much the second time, in fact I think I enjoyed it even more; freed from having to follow what the hell was going on, I was able to appreciate many of the little nuances that I missed the first time round.
But fresh theories were emerging from the many discussions raging on the internet; so there were some moments I wanted to revisit. Plus, I had enjoyed the movie so much; I just felt the need to experience the world of Inception again. Luckily, I was able to find someone who was keen to see it and so I dragged Craig along for his first and my third viewing. Spotted even more details the third time around, and began to appreciate the music which I had not really listened to before.
After three viewings, I am even more convinced that this is an exceptional offering by Mr. Nolan. Never mind what the “right answer” is in terms of the story, the fact that the movie supports and encourages debate shows the level of care and detail contained within it. In Memento you really had no idea what the hell was happening until the end. In Inception, it is quite clear what is happening; until it finishes, and then you think back and wonder whether you have just been sold an elegantly packaged deception.
I am not going to spoil the experience for those who have yet to see it. If you want more on the secrets of Inception, there are forums hosting debates and Google will find them for you. I have not drawn my own conclusion, although I am attracted by the theory based on Jungian archetypes here. I really will have to go and see it for the fourth time to help clarify my thoughts. I never felt this way about Final Destination 2.
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2010-07-23| Billy saysTsk, tsk. It really is easy to understand if you accept the box of Milk Tray analogue; at the end they even have the guy from the Milk Tray commercial skiing down the mountain in order to leave the (three layered) box of chocolates on the dressing table … all because the lady loves Milk Tray … geddit? No, me neither.
2011-01-25| Pete saysJust nominated for an Oscar for best film
2011-01-25| Spike saysEight nominations in all; but not best director because they don’t like Nolan, not arty enough. But if it doesn’t win for best music then my arse in spending yet another week in Tesco’s window.