
Reviews — Memento
Audience write-ups from TMDB
Dr Nostromo
This film centers on a man who employs tattoos, written reminders, and pictures to track down his wife’s murderer, all while struggling with memory loss. Christopher Nolan's initial work ("The Dark Knight", "Inception") is remarkably brilliant. The narrative begins at the story's conclusion, then jumps backward in brief intervals, preventing the audience from having any context for what's happening and mirroring the …
ekaari
It's got a vibe like *Inception*, so really keep your focus while watching.
CinemaSerf
It’s Christopher Nolan's ability to construct an intensely puzzling experience that really makes this film stand out; it feels just as disorienting and irritating for the audience as it does for the central character, Leonard (Guy Pearce). The movie doesn't explain how he gained those intimidating ninja-like abilities, but we do see him attempting to uncover the truth behind his wife’s death while struggling with a s…
r96sk
This film is incredible. I’d heard a lot beforehand concerning how exceptional 'Memento' was said to be, although I avoided having the plot revealed—though I was aware of the character taking notes, I mistakenly believed they were written on post-it notes rather than captured in photographs, for some reason! It felt very rewarding when the credits rolled; full attention is definitely required, but the film does…
AstroNoud
The filmmakers constructed the narrative so that audiences are kept in the dark alongside the central character, resulting in an ingenious mystery that gradually reveals itself as it approaches its end. 8/10
mattwilde123
Christopher Nolan’s ‘Memento’ pays homage to classic film noir stories centered on revenge and mystery. By introducing an innovative element, Nolan manages to captivate audiences throughout the movie and long afterward. What sets this neo-noir apart from others is its fragmented and intricate storyline that consistently moves backward through time. Initially, the viewer witnesses the main character carrying out his r…
talisencrw
I’m really impressed. It feels like I've been putting this off for too long, as I still have 'The Prestige' sitting on my shelf waiting to be viewed, but seeing his movies has definitely been a worthwhile endeavor. There are only a few filmmakers working in English these days whose complete filmographies I intend to experience, and Nolan is now firmly among them—and he’s earned that place. It offers a really clever r…
John Chard
We all engage in self-deception to feel content. It’s not until you encounter a film like Memento, or perhaps experience firsthand someone dealing with similar issues, that you’re reminded of how precious and vital your memory is—and especially that it serves as an important protection for you. Christopher and Jonathan Nolan created what is considered one of the finest films of 2000, exploring these aspects of …


