Tenet

An All-Original Science Fiction Masterpiece from Christopher Nolan, and His Most Underrated Film YetChristopher Nolan presented us with yet another masterpiece, that only a brilliant mind like his is capable of. The amount of sophistication and attention to detail in this movie is uncanny, and Nolan brings us hope once again that an action blockbuster can challenge the intelligence of its audience. The film is for sure very complicated and requires more than one viewing in order to begin to understand it (a few analyses and illustrations reviewing online might be required as well), but that only makes it a grander achievement from Nolan's side that managed to create a movie so sophisticated and original, that yet at the bottom line everything in it still aligns perfectly and makes complete sense (kinda like Inception).I remember sitting in the theater watching it for the first time thinking I understood it alright, but once a certain scene (involving the colours red and blue and a turnstile) came I figured I probably don't understand it at all, and just enjoyed the experience ("Don't try to understand it; Just feel it"). The second time i watched the movie I came prepared, and once I truly understood everything (or at least, most of it) i figured what a brilliant story and what a unique film it is, and how Nolan just outsmarted himself once again and created something i'm not sure any other director would have been capable of.In the technical side, i think everyone would agree this movie is a triumphant achievement. The Cinematography, Visual Effects, Production Design, etc. are all top notch. Got to give some respect to editor Jennifer Lame, it must have been a real challenge to edit a film of this type. The highlight though must be Ludwig Göransson’s musical score, that is nothing short of a masterpiece in my opinion. A non stop intense and aggressive electronic celebration, that elevates the film to another level and works brilliantly as a listen outside the film as well.The movie came out in an awful time that, in part, prevented it from being a sensation like Inception and Interstellar has been back in their day. That and, of course, the fact this movie is nothing short of an investment, that requires the viewer to watch it at least 2-3 times to fully comprehend. I believe and hope in the future Tenet will get some more of the respect it deserves, and might even take the path of films like Fight Club and many others that were panned on release but became cult classics afterwards.Personally I love this film tremendously and highly recommend it. I don’t think anyone else besides Christopher Nolan, the guy that has Inception on his resume, could have provided us with a film like this. I consider Tenet as a triumph in the Science Fiction genre, and one of the most entertaining, most original and most unique entires in that genre.This steelbook looks glorious and totally worthy for a movie of its caliber- Nolan brings hope for the future of cinema once more and its a very worthy edition to celebrate this achievement. The 4K quality looks amazing, of course.

Great value, decent film

A new Christopher Nolan movie is always something to look forward too. They are always challenging, testing and thoughtful, whether you like them or not. Tenet certainly meets all these criteria. The performances are great from John David Washington as the lead, Robert Pattinson and Clémence Poésy as support. Kennet Branagh unveils another slightly ham villain and Michael Caine is, well, Michael Caine!The action sequences are great and the plot, or the theory behind it, takes a bit of getting used to. That said, while possibly not Nolen at his best, you have to admire the skill of putting this together and if not a jaw drop blockbuster, certainly a thought provoking, watchable and enjoyable movie.

The movie arrived in perfect condition and promptly, fulfilling the pre-order terms.As for the movie itself, it is a masterpiece of storytelling and action. A callback to the times of old where style, scenery and scale were hallmarks in spy thriller escapades. The casting was superb and daring, each captivating in their roles. The score perhaps the only disappointment, not being bad on any level and thoroughly enjoyable but left me intrigued to wonder what Zimmerman would have come up with to fit the movie's theme much like the excellent Inception score.For most the story will require more than one playthrough to truly grasp the intricacies expertly woven from start to end.Where it inevitably and often unfavorably will be compared to Nolan's previous works by those far less appreciative of the excellent dynamics, don't let that or them put you off in any way. Each of Nolan's personal works explores the wonder of the nature of time itself and he is careful not to retread or revisit paths he has walked before. Tenet is no exception but rather stands as a far more direct venture into his passion and fascination with time.Ironically the movies only Achilles heel was it's timing as this year's upheaval placed undue expectations on it and also never allowed it the be promoted as it deserved.Hopefully now it is available for direct release it will find appreciation in viewers although they will likely never again get the opportunity to be impacted by the intended iMAX presentation it was made for.This has easily become one of the best films I have seen in recent times. And hopes it will welcomed by many more, for "posterity".

Great DVD and arrived quickly

A very clever movie, but just a little too clever in places. Not an easy watch as you are constantly having to remeber the lead character sees everything in reverse order. Had a bit of a headache after watching to be honest. Worth a squint and then a lye down in a dark room afterwards to contemplate the whole story again.

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