The Beginning

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. His rare ability has made him a coveted player in the treacherous new world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him an international fugitive and cost him everything he has ever loved. Cobb gets a chance at redemption. One last job could give him his life back but only if he can accomplish the impossible—inception. Instead of stealing an idea, Cobb and his team of specialists have to do the reverse. 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.

Inception was met with widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise for its originality, visual effects, score, acting, and Nolan's directing and writing. It was a commercial success, grossing over $829 million worldwide against a budget of $160 million.

• A visually stunning and intellectually stimulating blockbuster.

• Nolan's ambitious concept and execution are widely lauded.

• The complex narrative and action sequences are a major draw.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film's originality, complex plot, and spectacular visual effects. Many found the dream-within-a-dream concept fascinating and enjoyed the intense action sequences.

Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, winning 4 (Best Cinematography, Best Sound Mixing, Best Sound Editing, Best Visual Effects).

The film's iconic hallway fight scene, where Joseph Gordon-Levitt's character Arthur fights projections in a dream, was achieved using a rotating set that spun 360 degrees.