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CapnHook
#1INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 12:45am

A friend texted me just now saying so far (30 minutes into the film) that it's "gonna win the freakin' Oscar. It's this year's CRASH!!" I responded with "don't text during the movie you jerk! let's see if you feel the same way after it's over."

Has anyone seen it? I know he's only seen the first 30 minutes, but is it as good as he claims?


"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle

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spiderdj82
#2INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 12:48am

I'm seeing it tomorrow after work. I can't wait!


"They're eating her and then they're going to eat me. OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!" -Troll 2

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jasonf
#2INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:12am

Yeah, I'm going tomorrow night too - can't wait.

"This year's Crash?" Does that mean he thinks it's overrated and will win anyway?


Hi, Shirley Temple Pudding.

Yes, I'm Chance
#3INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:15am

I can't wait to see this movie. It looks absolutely insane. I think the best review i read about it was that it was "too smart" for most Americans.

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jasonf
#4INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:24am

What a sad commentary on America -- though probably true.


Hi, Shirley Temple Pudding.

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CapnHook
#5INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 2:32am

Movie is over. Here's what he said: "totally the best movie I have ever seen!!! Epic. Masterpiece. i wanna see it again right nowwwww"

I typically don't take much weight with this friend's opinions as he tends to like everything...Guess I'll find out soon...


"The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. For the power of Tragedy, we may be sure, is felt even apart from representation and actors. Besides, the production of spectacular effects depends more on the art of the stage machinist than on that of the poet."
--Aristotle

eatlasagna
#6INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 2:49am

i'm excited to see this movie... but hopefully I can be in a mood to see it... generally these types of movies I just need to see in the comfort of my home lying on a couch with no one being annoying

JbaraFan1
#7INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 3:13am

"don't text during the movie you jerk!"

ha ha Amen, Cap!

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IdinaBellFoster
#8INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 3:18am

Just got back now.

This. movie. is. mind-blowing.

Nolan has crafted a world that is so specific, and is so precise that anything any of the characters say or do seems perfectly justified. Just as in THE DARK KNIGHT, Nolan's movie truly comes alive in it's 'Third Act', with a sequence you won't soon forget. Some of the visuals are just stunning as well.

Marion Cotillard, Leo DiCaprio, Ellen Page and Joseph Gordon-Levitt all deliver standout performances, some of which I hope are remembered come award season.

I'm still processing a lot of what I just saw, but go see it now, you won't regret it.


"Oh look at the time, three more intelligent plays just closed and THE ADDAMS FAMILY made another million dollars" -Jackie Hoffman, Broadway.com Audience Awards

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Biff AKA Levi
#9INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 3:55am

My boss, who runs a movie theatre and who has seen a million movies, says its one of the best movies he's seen in the last ten years.

I can't wait to see it.


"I want a lap dance from an octopus."

-JG2

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ColorTheHours048
#10INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 4:02am

The NY Times was not all that kind to it, pretty much saying it has been grossly overhyped and that it's not nearly the mindf**k everyone is making it out to be. While I have not yet seen the movie, they do make a pretty good point saying that while Nolan has created some excellent scenes and concepts, a movie this ambitious with a subject as limitless as dreams, the movie ultimately never fulfills it's promise because there are too many limitations. It makes sense.

Here's the link to the review: http://movies.nytimes.com/2010/07/16/movies/16inception.html?ref=movies

Regardless, I'm pissing myself in anticipation of seeing this. My roommate just told me it was great and another friend of mine is saying it's easily one of the best films she's ever seen.

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Biff AKA Levi
#11INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 4:13am


Harsh SFWeekly review


"I want a lap dance from an octopus."

-JG2

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pushdabutton
#12INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 7:42am

I can't wait to see this movie!

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Mister Matt
#13INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 12:36pm

I've a feeling it's going to be the new Matrix.


"What can you expect from a bunch of seitan worshippers?" - Reginald Tresilian

bethnor
#14INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:11pm

I've a feeling it's going to be the new Matrix.

you mean, the first movie will be great, followed by two overblown, self-important sequels?

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americanboy99
#15INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:19pm

Seeing it tonight. I'll definitely post my thoughts. REALLY looking forward to it.


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tazber
#16INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:21pm

Seeing it Sunday. All the reviews I've heard have been ecstatic!


....but the world goes 'round

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TheActr97J
#17INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:27pm

It has many, many rapturous reviews, as it should, and several notable detractors. It's a complex, twisty storytelling that will enthrall many and drive others batty, so I'm not surprised to see reviews that run the gamut. I can safely assert that this is the first lock for one of the ten Best Picture slots at the Oscars. It's a stunning piece of storytelling and colossal achievement for Christopher Nolan.
'76' on Metacritic


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tazber
#18INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 1:28pm

it's good to see you again actr, and I love your avatar!


....but the world goes 'round

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romantico
#19INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 2:16pm

Saw it this morning and LOVED it! Not for everyone. You have to pay close attention but the movie is not slow and moves very fast. Great cast and I thought while watching it this is the kind of movie Hitchcock or Kubrick would make. It is SO REFRESHING to see a movie like this come out of Hollywood. No sequel or remake or movie based on a comic book or TV Show or video game. Not sure how this will due at the box office but I thought it was better than The Matrix. Very different movies but I know I will have to see this again before the summer ends.


'There are three sides to every story. My side, your side, and the truth. And no one is lying. Memories shared serve each one differently' -Robert Evans-

iluvtheatertrash
#20INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 5:14pm

Don't buy into critics. It's a fantastic, edge-of-your-seat, mindblowing thriller.

I went alone today, no distractions. That's what you need to fully enjoy it. Nolan sets rules and laws for his world. There are so many of them. Maybe over 50. But if you catch them all, watching the pieces come together is one of the most exciting things ever.

The last half hour was gripping. Joseph Gordon-Levitt walks away with the film, as well as Cotilliard. DiCaprio, once again, gives an over-rated, one-note performance.


"I know now that theatre saved my life." - Susan Stroman

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violet72
#21INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 6:27pm

I am seeing it tonight...all of my friends who saw it at midnight said it ws very good and so original and they want to go back and see it again this weekend


"Never be bullied into silence. Never allow yourself to be made a victim. Accept no one's definition of your life. Define yourself"

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strummergirl
#22INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 6:32pm

Is it really that original? It seems like a mix of The Matrix and Where Dreams May Come and I have seen all of the trailers and featurettes.

Q
#23INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 6:41pm

Not to mention DREAMSCAPE.

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spiderdj82
#24INCEPTION
Posted: 7/16/10 at 10:23pm

Just got back and it was all types of brilliant. Is it original? I would say yes. Not the "go into people's dreams" portion, but the way it was executed and the ideas behind it, is what is original. I was so enthralled through the whole thing, I didn't realize my bladder was about to burst until the credits started to roll. I thought everyone in the movie did an excellent job, all though I have to give extra props to Joseph Gordon-Levitt. We are not used to seeing him in this type of roll and he was amazing. So far, this is my favorite film of the year and I can't wait to go back and watch it again to see what I missed the first go-round!


"They're eating her and then they're going to eat me. OH MY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!" -Troll 2


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