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Memento (Widescreen Limited Edition) [2 Discs]

Starring: Jr. Mark Boone, Russ Fega Director: Christopher Nolan
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (784 customer reviews)
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Christopher Nolan's crafty, twisty thriller builds itself on the foundation of film noirs past and present, but what gives it its own special kick is Nolan's steadfast determination against sentimentalizing his characters or subject, which immediately gives the film turf credibility. Memento is built on a device that doesn't always work in other pictures -- the narrative is told in reverse -- but here it has a pulsating life all its own. Nolan's taut screenplay and inventive direction find the nasty heart of the central tale, and the cast members offer juicy performances -- especially the versatile Guy Pearce, who manages a convincing zigzag of emotions and attitudes. One could argue that Memento is a bit too cold to truly mesmerize, but even for its chilliness, the film works as a labyrinthine entertainment. Its smart sensibility and willingness to embrace the best of its noir origins is what makes it memorable. This film was the toast of the 2001 Sundance Film Festival, picking up the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award -- though many carped it should have taken additional prizes. ~ Jason Clark, All Movie Guide


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Remastered in high definition
Director's commentary
Widescreen presentation
Subtitles: English, Spanish
Audio: DTS English 5.1 Surround, English 5.1 (Dolby Digital), and 2-Channel (Dolby Surround)
Anatomy of a Scene
Director's shooting script
Theatrical trailers
Original short story
International campaigns
Production stills and sketches
Hidden features
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5.0 out of 5 stars Memento is well thought out, Sep 27 2007
By Jenny J.J.I. "A New Yorker" (That Lives in Northern Nevada) - See all my reviews
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Rarely have I watched a film that demanded that I pay such rapt attention to detail. Its series of segments, progressively reveal more of what happened but in backwards order. I had to expend a lot of mental energy comparing the events in each segment and piecing together what I thought actually happened. This method of filming alone is challenging but especially so given the main character's mental limitations. It is worth energy to figure out though!

For those who don't know, "Memento" is a story of a man who loses his wife in a rape attack inside their home, pledging that he will track down a murderer for revenge and peace of mind. The main problem is that Lenny (Guy Peirce), after the attack, was left with a problem in that he cannot retain any long term memories. Well that's one brief summary of how to look at it, but there are others. Indeed this film is excellent and played with my emotions, emotions of sympathy, anger and questioning my own morals and judgments. Peirce is exceptional as the lead, and the characters that come into contact with him also give fine performances (notably Carrie-Anne Moss and Joe Pantoliano). Focusing on the problem of losing a memory after approximately 15 minutes, we begin to appreciate just how frustrating Lennys plight is.

The film is beautifully shot and the editing and photography is even better. The best part: the film starts at the end and works it way to a middle point. That's because when the film comes to its end you really don't know if it's the beginning since you don't know what Leonard (Guy Pierce) did before arriving at an isolated place. This film can really be seen as reminiscent of the film style of Film Noir. It uses black and white scenes to give that off as well as the characters in the film constantly sucking Leonard further down into this world where he has no idea who and what to believe, including himself and the things he's done. Not only that but all the characters, yes even Leonard who is our protagonist, has a dark side of human nature to them. And that's what Film Noir is, exposing the dark side of human nature. The film has such a great Psychological deepness and by all means breaks the conventional art that goes into filmmaking. It really was a shame this film wasn't nominated for best picture. It greatly deserved that award and Nolan greatly deserved best director for it. Bottom line: Flat-out brilliant film-making and story-telling. One of the best films I've ever seen. I don't throw high ratings around but this one deserves 5 stars.
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3.0 out of 5 stars More Mystery Than Murder.. Still an Ingenius Movie, Jun 26 2004
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This review is from: Memento (2000) (VHS Tape)
Just goes to show that you act on instinct when your memory goes....It's as simple as that
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo!, Jun 24 2004
By payasyouexit (somewhere) - See all my reviews
This is one of the best, and by far, the most original movie I have ever sceene. Its hard to follow at first becasue the sceenes go in revese order, but that is one of the aspects that makes this movie interesting. Great acting jobs all around and once you think you know people in the movie, you are proven wrong! Each sceene keeps you guessing as much as the main character on how he got there and what happened right before hand. See it and be blown away.
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1.0 out of 5 stars This film is horrible. Please, don't waist your time.
I don't have to say much about this movie to let you know don't waist you time or money. I paid $21 for it through Columiba house. Read more
Published on Jul 10 2004 by B. Ascher

4.0 out of 5 stars One major flaw!
I thought this was an excellent film. The script was absolutely original and really kept you guessing until the very end. Read more
Published on Jun 27 2004 by r2thet

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most original and satisfying movies ever made
Just effing brilliant. The type of movie you can watch over and over again, not necessarily to learn new things, but the very concept leads to thought-provoking inner dialogues... Read more
Published on Jun 23 2004 by J A W

5.0 out of 5 stars Awsome movie, not recommended for stupid people
Everyone who rated this less than 4 stars was too dumb to figure out what was going on, so this movie requires at least a certain amount of intelligence. Read more
Published on Jun 20 2004 by Nuwan Weerahandi

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, original, touching and chilling
Memento is like nothing you have ever seen. That much I can garantee you. Guy Pierce suffers from a specialized form of amnesia where he no longer can make short term memories... Read more
Published on Jun 20 2004 by Denny Vu Quach

4.0 out of 5 stars Otnemem...A new type of film to entice you...
Otnemem (Memento) Is a powerful story of revenge following an Insurance Inspector (Guy Pierce) who witnesses his wife's rape and murder. Read more
Published on May 26 2004 by David E. Graham

5.0 out of 5 stars Memorable
Christopher Nolan makes a quirky offbeat film that has a catch. You must be an experienced and seasoned film goer to appreciate and perhaps like it. Read more
Published on May 24 2004 by B. Slooten

5.0 out of 5 stars such a cool movie and Guy Pearce is the coolest
This movie you have to watch more than once so it is a good idea
to buy it. The whole story starts at the end and the story unfolds backwards. Read more
Published on May 24 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Get this movie--it is unlike anytthing you have seen before
Enough people have already told the plot of this movie but it
is so interesting to see such an unusual and unique film being
made today. Read more
Published on May 12 2004 by Nat Tombrello

5.0 out of 5 stars " now, what was i doing?"
I guess 5 1/2 star rating based on 914 reviews wasnt enough, I had to add in little more praise for this film. Read more
Published on May 11 2004 by SGECKO67

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