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Summary: Boring, Boring, Boring
Review: This movie had the advantage with the good story, but was ruined with the bad directing, or acting, and the lack of excitement. It was just too boring, nothing was going on, the story didn't make any progress. The lack of enthusiam in the acting was also a problem. Could have been good, but too boring.
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Summary: EXTREME ORIGINALITY
Review: MEMENTO is a great piece of art. Leonard Shelby was a happy honest, loyal, and hardworking man. Now, he is faced with finding the man responsible for raping and murdering his wife. So far, it sounds like a typical movie. The bigger challenge is doing so with his condition. Shelby has a condition, not to be confused with Amnesia. The night he tried to save his wife, he managed to kill one of the two perpetrators, while the other got away. During the process, his head was seriously injured, leaving him without the ability to create new short-term memories. This makes it extremely difficult to find his wife's murderer. While viewing the film, you feel as if you yourself have the same condition, as you find out new things just as he does. What adds to the originality of the film is Leonard Shelby's system of notes which you will see for yourself. Leonard's only motivation for living is to avenge the murder of his wife. With a great story, and an extremely talented cast, including: Guy Pearce, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Joe Pantoliano, MEMENTO is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat, as it did myself.
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Summary: Boring and Gimmicky
Review: Intresting premise that loses its' luster halfway through the film. What we're left with is boring acting, and some predictable twists. Decent directing keeps it from one star, but just barely. This is just more overrated junk like The Shining and The Matrix. Avoid if you know what's good for you.
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Summary: Couldn't make it to the end
Review: This movie just plain stinks. No, you don't have to be an intelect to follow the story line. You simply must be from Pluto to understand why the heck someone would go through all this trouble to make a movie this bad. And when that moment comes and you finally get the point and understand how the timeline works and figure out what in the world is going on and you know the plot, you are left with only one single solitary clear thought - who cares. I tried to watch this movie twice, neither time did I make it to the end.
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Summary: ok movie
Review: they decide to reverse everything and make a story that goes backwards and all of a sudden its a masterpiece? the story was interesting and had me anxious to see what was going to happen next because i was hoping to expect a better ending than what it was- the ending was a disapointment and the repetition of all the scenes was annoying. the people on here said ( u have to watch it a few times to really to get ) - trust me ive had enough - i understood it first time and i dont think i can sit through another 2 plus hours of watching him do same thing over n over again . i give it 3 stars because some parts were good and the concept was interesting. it was as if they put u in his shoes and u had to figure out the story yourself - but like i said the repetition was tolerable for the first 45 min then it got old and annoying but still i was interested in following the story so i could see what happened at the end but in the last 25 min of the film i just wanted it to end and like i said i wasnt happy with the ending - didnt think it was anything great. ok movie to have in collection and i might watch it again .
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Summary: Excellent movie
Review: This is NOT your standard action-packed stunt-filled Hollywood blockbuster film. This IS a very interesting movie that pulls you in, keeps you guessing, and leaves you saying, "WOW! That was a great movie!" This is NOT the type of film that you can get up in the middle without pausing and go to the bathroom or get a drink of water (you'll miss too much - and it might be important!) This IS the type of movie that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat and ignoring your ringing cell phone. This is NOT the type of movie you will want to watch alone. This IS the type of movie that you will want to watch with friends around, and pause multiple times after key scences to hear what everyone thinks is going on. Buy it, watch it, and you WILL enjoy it!
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Summary: Not the Glowing Review You Might Want/Expect...
Review: _Memento_ is a revenge/thriller that stars Guy Pearce, who turns in a very good performance, in the role of Leonard Shelby, a widower, who has completely lost the ability to make short-term memories since the rape and murder of his wife. Since Shelby cannot remember anything from one minute to the next, he is forced to develop a system of documenting the clues he discovers during his investigation, including information about whom to trust, or not. He relies primarily on Polaroids, notes and tattoos in order to help him remember the most important "facts" he discovers. Along the way, Shelby is befriended by Natalie, played by Carrie Anne Moss, and Lenny, who is brilliantly portrayed by Joe Pantoliano.Delivered by director Christopher Nolan as a series of short pieces, which are then strung together in reverse chronological order, _Memento_ is effective in creating for the viewer a sense of Shelby's dilemma in terms of solving the remaining mystery surrounding his wife's murder. _Memento_ offers a reasonably original screenplay that is well acted on the overall, and, considering that this is Nolan's second film, the directorial work is deserving of praise. That said, for me _Memento_ started to wear thin about 3/4's of the way through its 113-minute running time. (FWIW 120+ minute run times tend to be my preference). Personally, I found the subtexts of the plot rather obvious - not disinteresting, just obvious. Additionally, I think that _Memento_ would have benefited greatly from a somewhat faster pace. I rented the standard widescreen edition of the DVD, so I cannot comment on any extras in the deluxe package(s) that may be available. The picture quality and digital transfer are excellent, as is the sound quality of the DD 5.1 soundtrack. Note, however, that the audio mix is very straightforward (as befits the movie) and does not make extensive use of the capabilities of modern multi-channel systems. With all the hype that surrounded this movie, I almost bought it sight unseen a few times. It's definitely worth a single viewing, though I doubt I'll ever watch it a second time. Don't get me wrong, this is a good movie - I personally just don't think it's great! I'm glad I rented it!!!
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Summary: Should have remained a short story
Review: By now you've probably read that this movie unravels "out of order" gives a "new perspective to movie viewing" and so on. While I agree, and think that the concept behind this movie is unique, I wasn't very impressed by the movie as a whole. Perhaps I should also note that I'm not an action movie person -- I normally love slow films that say anything at all about life, and nine times out of ten I like to watch movies that provoke thought, and as long as they are mildly entertaining, I am satisfied. Memento was thought provoking, but mostly because the viewer's first instinct is to try and put events into order. I did enjoy the characters and the ideas in Memento -- someone who can't make new memories, who tattoos themselves with notes to try and remember what they're doing. There is a neat twist in the ending (which I won't reveal), but mostly I think that Memento is probably best in its original form -- short story (which, not so coincidentally, is included -- along with a billion other extras -- on the DVD). This movie is worth viewing to say you've seen it, and if nothing else, it's an interesting catalyst in revealing how movies can be "different," though I can't say I'm dying to add it to my personal collection. I enjoyed one of Nolan's other movies -- Follower -- much more.
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Summary: otnemem.......
Review: This movie is amazing but lets give credit where credit is due. This movie is a rip off (albiet an amazing one) of the classic "backwards" Sienfield episode which came before it. Guy Pierce rocks,,,,,and Carrie Ann Moss shows she can be more than a Karate Kid in leather. I do think this movie has been overembraced by the public because it is so trendy to like anything different, Originality should be appreciated for what it is, not because it is hip to appreciate it,
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Summary: THE BEST MOVIE IN HISTORY
Review: If you don't have this movie buy it right now. This movie will blow you away and just make yuou think forever. It is a very confusing movie but it's worth the time everytime you watch it. Definently worth your money
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