I Didn't Want That
I Didn't Want That

Movie spotlight

I Didn't Want That

2012
Movie
7 min
English

Released as part of Dying Matters Awareness Week 2012, the short film was created to act as a stimulus for changing the way the nation thinks about death. Featuring five separate scenarios, the film examines what can happen if you fail to make your wishes known.

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IMDb8.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users87%
Director: Christopher NolanGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A professional thief who steals information by entering people's dreams is offered a chance to have his criminal history erased in return for a seemingly impossible task: planting an idea into a target's subconscious. He assembles a team of specialists to navigate the dangerous and unpredictable dreamscape, facing personal demons and the constant threat of being trapped in limbo.

Critical Reception

Christopher Nolan's 'Inception' was a critical and commercial triumph, lauded for its intricate plot, groundbreaking visual effects, and ambitious storytelling. Critics praised its intellectual depth and emotional resonance, while audiences were captivated by its unique concept and thrilling execution. It achieved widespread acclaim, becoming a standout film of its year.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its originality and complex narrative structure.

  • Commended for its stunning visual effects and action sequences.

  • Noted for its thought-provoking exploration of dreams and reality.

Google audience: Audiences largely celebrated 'Inception' for its mind-bending concept and thrilling ride. Many found the film to be a unique and intelligent blockbuster, appreciating the intricate plot and stunning visuals. Some viewers, however, found the complexity of the dream layers challenging to follow.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, winning 4 (Best Cinematography, Best Sound Mixing, Best Sound Editing, Best Visual Effects). Received numerous other awards and nominations from various critics' circles and guilds.

Fun Fact

The film's famous rotating hallway fight scene was achieved using a practical, 40-foot-long rotating set that spun at 8 RPM, requiring Tom Hardy to be spun in a harness attached to a central pole.

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