Tenet

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1.5
Tenet, in the end, doesnt have much on its mind beyond blowing ours. Av Club
4.0
Its an absolutely huge, epic spectacle of a movie which definitely benefits from an IMAX screen. Den Of Geek
2.0
The enormously likable Washington again proves he can create chemistry with any co star; particularly with Pattinson, you see the promise of a future .. EW
3.8
On a very basic level, Tenet is about the extremes of unmonitored power. Rogerebert
4.0
Similar viscerally exciting special effects and design exist in Tenet. Common Sense Media
1.5
On this evidence, though, hes become a very trying, ungenerous, ever so slightly dull boy. Indie Wire
4.5
Tenet is not in itself that difficult to understand: Its more convoluted than it is complex, wider than it is deep, and theres more linearity to its f .. Variety
3.0
The cast wrestles to elevate their characters beyond spy flick ciphers. Time Out
5.0
But its gloriously ambitious and I staggered out of the cinema, plucking off my face mask dizzy with Nolan vertigo. ( The Guardian
3.0
Whats frustrating is that he doesnt trust his audience to follow along. The Guardian
2.0
Photograph: Warner Bros/Melinda Sue Gordon Washington doesnt help. The Guardian
2.5
Every time that Tenet stops to speak, it only emphasizes a hollowness within: how enamored it is of its own cleverness.
4.5
Its a dream ride... for the most part, for anyone looking for glitzy escapism, and who wouldnt include themselves in that demographic right now. Screen Daily
4.5
But that doesnt take away from enjoying the cinematic experience of Nolans vivid imagination that is skillfully portrayed on the big screen. ETimes (TOI)
3.0
If you stop to think about what youre seeing, youre doing it wrong. Collider
3.0
Nolans new movie is all gimmick, and devoid of those fascinating questions of identity and truth that invigorated his previous efforts. Collider
4.5
Near the close of the film, The Protagonist tells Branaghs super villain that whats wrong with him is that he doesnt believe in anything outside himse .. Vulture
4.5
Near the close of the film, The Protagonist tells Branaghs super villain that whats wrong with him is that he doesnt believe in anything outside himse .. Vulture
1.5
Not so much sympathy there for people experiencing collective human engagement together. The Hollywood Reporter
4.0
The absurdly huge production that doesnt just glance at the complexity of high brow SF, but weaves it through every scene, demanding that the audience ..
4.5
Seek it out, if only to marvel at the entertainingly inane glory of what we once had and are in danger of never having again. The New York Times
4.5
Still, Branaghs fire by itself isnt enough to provide emotional heat to Tenet. Paste Magazine
1.5
On a very basic level, Tenet is about the extremes of unmonitored power. Rogerebert
1.5
On a very basic level, Tenet is about the extremes of unmonitored power. Rogerebert
4.0
This creates an oddly unsettling effect; the enemy combatant writhes and jerks in unnatural ways, making for something thats almost a militarised Twin .. IGN
2.0
What it doesnt have, alas, is a coherent plot, intriguing characters or a real sense that there is anything going on just beneath its impeccable surfa .. E Film Critic
4.0
It means what you want it to mean, and I dont want it to mean anything. Its just a ride. E Film Critic
5.0
This is a film that will cause many to throw up their hands in bamboozlement and many more, I hope, to clasp theirs in awe and delight. Telegraph
1.5
That doesnt mean that Nolan has made some sort of multimillion dollar Last Year in Marienbad rather, a full on blockbuster that caters both to action ..
4.0
Because if a Christopher Nolan film doesnt sound like the end of the world, then somethings wrong.
5.0
A hold on by your fingernails thrill ride with subtle touches of wit, romance, suspense, tragedy, determination and cinema driven awe woven throughout .. Cinema Blend
4.0
Impeccably shot and staged, Nolan doesnt spoon feed anything to the audience, making this an almost overwhelming watch at first glance. JoBlo
4.0
Tenet is a fascinating and exciting sci fi thriller bolstered by Nolans grand vision for action and strong performances from the cast. Screen Rant
3.5
Warner Bros. But that doesnt mean Tenet isnt still one hell of a ride. The Globe And Mail
4.0
But that doesnt take away from enjoying the cinematic experience of Nolans vivid imagination that is skillfully portrayed on the big screen.
3.0
Tenet is, of course, handsomely appointed, with some impressive set pieces. One Guys Opinion
3.8
The story beats are Bond movie story beats, so theres more awe at the spectacle than genuine surprise. Rogers Movie Nation
4.4
Although Tenet doesnt represent Nolan at his best (for me, that would be Memento, Interstellar, or The Dark Knight), its among the directors most ambi .. ReelViews
2.0
Rather ho hum, finding Nolan repeating himself to remain in his comfortable, profitable filmmaking bubble, once again issuing a brain bleeder that onl .. Blu Ray
3.1
Then again, with the time stuff taken away, there isnt even really a story. Combust Ible Celluloid
1.9
Nolan is the ultimate big ideas guy and, thus a consummate auteur, proof here that the controversial signifier doesnt necessarily denote quality. Chicago Reader
2.5
Tenet, Nolans latest, is very much about time and very little about much else. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
As The Protagonist, John David Washington imbues the directors chilly aesthetic with humanizing warmth.
3.1
However, with no tasty nougat, youre chewing just to chew, and theres not enough underlying story or explanatory exposition to fully satisfy. Usa Today
3.1
...the movie, saddled with a muddy sound mix, is dominated by frustratingly unintelligible dialogue that compounds the already baffling atmosphere. Reel Film Reviews
4.0
I was confused... but it was well executed, well acted. It looked fantastic. The set pieces, the originality of the story was great. You Tube
3.5
Some films grow richer with each viewing, I fear this one will fade. Best thing I can do is quote one of the time inversion scientists...dont try to u .. You Tube
3.0
John David Washington is the best part of Tenet...stuck in a story that makes zero sense and requires a massive amounts of Advil... You Tube
4.0
The dialogue was a little lame. Kenneth Branagh chewed the scenery. Elizabeth Debicki made no impact. But lordy, lordy no one can put a movie together .. You Tube
3.0
Its another intriguing and fascinating film from one of our most daring filmmakers working within the mainstream system. You Tube
1.5
It didnt engage with me as a viewer... the biggest reason I can see is that the main character didnt have this goal that was recognizable. You Tube
4.0
In short, Tenet isnt any old Christopher Nolan movie. Its a Christopher Nolan movie squared Nolan to the power of Nolan. The Times
3.0
This film doesnt give the actors enough emotional room to do much except go through the plot points. Lariat
4.5
In certain films, sometimes youll hear characters say something like youre our only hope. Screen It
4.0
But while Nolan finds almost nothing to say about motherhood, theres something genuinely unnerving about Sators firecracker nature. Independent
4.0
Pure, ravishing cinema from Nolan who offers a dizzying, delirious ride for lockdown audiences yearning to gather before the biggest screen possible i .. Rolling Stone
3.5
When hes not swaggering, hes likeable, although a hint of romance never moves beyond flirtation. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
Im not sure its a puzzle movie worth solving; Im reasonably sure its enjoyable enough if you sit back and dont bother trying to solve it. Decider
1.5
Also Read: Tenet Trailer: John David Washington Catches Bullets in Christopher Nolans Mind Bending Thriller (Video) There is enjoyably puzzling fun to .. The Wrap
2.5
He is one of the few directors working today who consistently churns out visually seismic, sophisticated action films a genre thats become dumb as a W .. New York Post
1.5
Were clobbered with plot then comforted with tea towel homilies about how whats happened has happened, it read. Hindustan Times
1.5
Tenet, despite Sators potentially poignant plotline, doesnt have a soul. Hindustan Times
4.5
But its gloriously ambitious and I staggered out of the cinema, plucking off my face mask dizzy with Nolan vertigo. ( The Guardian
1.5
No doubt avid students of the Nolan formula will get months of entertainment out of repeated viewings, but for me it was oddly tantalizing full of goo .. Smh
1.5
This is lazy ass writing of the highest or, rather, lowest order, and is indicative of a shocking lack of imagination, especially when Nolan very plai ..
4.0
While my brain wrestled with temporal pincer movements and a double helping of high speed car chases, what keeps you going is Nolans obvious sincerity .. Daily Mail
4.0
But theres something faintly unbelievable about the relationship. Daily Mail
4.5
But once youve watched them both ways, theres nothing left to see. Slate
4.0
Washington is a fine focus: committed, kick ass and ever so slightly imperious, theres no wise cracking here. Flim List
4.5
Thief doesnt work if you dont care for James Caan, and Nolan never quite elevates his main players above chess piece status. Film Inquiry
4.0
whether you ultimately like the end result or not, youll definitely feel something, even if its only the booming bass of Richard Kings sound design an .. Eye For Film
2.5
FYI: Although hes not mentioned, George Tenet headed the CIA from 1996 through 2004. Susang Ranger
3.8
Aestheticallyaccompanied by Ludwig Granssons aggressively throbbing scoreTenet is the cinematic spectacle youve imagined. Observer
4.5
Still, theres nothing quite like seeing Tenet for the first time. Flickering Myth
3.0
Everyone and everything else is servicing a narrative that is lacking an emotional punch; something to push the bedazzling extravaganza into more than .. Flickering Myth
4.0
Thankfully, Washingtons protagonist doesnt fully understand it and neither does Robert Pattinsons ultra suave espionage dude Neil. Flickering Myth
4.5
This is one of the most expensive sci fi movies ever made and it stars a Black protagonist. Flim Threet
1.5
Indeed, many fans will delight in unpicking the clever clues that stitch the tale together. New Yorker
4.0
Tenets twists and thoughtful complexities will have the most devoted Nolan fans heading back to the cinema for a rewatch, to catch whatever they misse .. Express
3.0
But it is somewhat disappointing to leave a movie without a full grasp of what youve just watched. The Film Stage
2.5
I wish Tenet exploited its own ideas more dynamically. Nolans a prodigious talent. But no major director, I suppose, can avoid going sideways from tim .. Chicago Tribune
3.1
The backwardness in Tenet, which doesnt happen all the time, of course, but often enough, is also crazy and visually confounding. Boston Globe
3.0
What a pleasure to watch Elizabeth Debicki and John David Washington, framed in 35mm celluloid (or 70mm if youre lucky), piloting a classic wooden spe .. The Irish Times
4.5
Nolan has finally zoomed out so far with a story that fundamentals of physics have themselves become character motivations. The Atlantic
4.0
What hes put together may not be the best movie ever made (no film starring Sir Kenneth, doing a funny foreign accent, could be called a masterpiece). Standard
1.5
Tenet doesnt build an all encompassing world, like Inception, or fully articulate our dire end of days, as did Interstellar. Pajiba
1.5
That doesnt mean that Nolan has made some sort of multimillion dollar Last Year in Marienbad rather, a full on blockbuster that caters both to action .. Los Angeles Times
1.5
That doesnt mean that Nolan has made some sort of multimillion dollar Last Year in Marienbad rather, a full on blockbuster that caters both to action .. Los Angeles Times
3.8
If you arent quite ready to go to the movies again, you are probably safe to stay home a little longer.
1.5
Review aggregator platform Rotten Tomatoes displays 79 percent likability from a total of 42 reviews. Firstpost
3.8
Nevertheless, theres great joy in how the movie continually challenges us. Aisle Seat
2.0
Gorgeous visuals and game performances cant compensate for generic action, thin characters and a needlessly convoluted plot. Oh, and it would be nice .. Forbes
3.0
Sprawling and ambitious, flawed yet admirable, failure and success concurrently reside in every minute of Tenet. A technical feat but a narrative dud. Consequence Of Sound
3.0
But exploring interesting ideas isnt enough to make for a good movie and thats why Tenet still doesnt work for me. Vox
3.0
Branaghs inadvertently hilarious performance, complete with a Russian accent reminiscent of a James Bond villain, doesnt help matters inordinately. The Play List
3.0
Christopher Nolans ambitious and monumental sci fi spy movie is a mind blowing spectacle. Now Toronto
2.3
Overlong, noisy, full of poe faced delivery of portentous (and pretentious) dialogue, needlessly convoluted plot threads, an unearned sense of gravita .. Film Ink
3.0
The budget is enormous and the imagery doesnt disappoint; exotic locales and elaborate sets remind of the last few James Bond adventures.
2.0
The agent doesnt have a name because, obviously, names are a bit old fashioned and boring). Cine Vue
4.5
But Tenet is so much more than a big budget spy flick; its a daring, surprising and entirely original piece of work, reverent in its spectacle and hau .. La Weekly
5.0
This is the biggest cinema event of the year and you dont want to miss it. Mirror
5.0
A monumental big screen spectacle, Tenet is a film that perfectly exemplifies what makes the cinema experience in all its heart stopping grandeur quit .. Games Radar
3.0
Tenet features all of the big ideas and spectacle you want from a Christopher Nolan film, but its also far more confusing than it needed to be. You Tube
3.9
Its not the cinematic savior some have made it out to be, but that doesnt mean its not a total blast. Once you accept how dumb its central concept is, .. You Tube
4.3
There is a moment when everything begins to click, and you slowly realize what this movie is... It feels like Nolans version of Bond. You Tube
4.0
It doesnt have the heart of Inception, but Nolan is so far ahead of everyone that hes going in reverse. The action is not only jawdropping, but though .. You Tube
4.5
Nolan delivers another mind blowing concept with stunning visuals and breathtaking action sequences. You Tube
3.3
Impressively constructed Christopher Nolans obsession with manipulation of time is starting to become something for an audience of one. You Tube
4.5
Less of a puzzle and more like a mechanical bull. But at home you can tame and appreciate this beast. You Tube
2.5
Its a high concept thriller which never fails to take itself with deadly seriousness but Tenet fails to live up to the intriguing set up in the first .. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
4.0
Nonetheless, Nolan delivers a staggeringly ambitious sci fi and sleek, compact action thriller all in one: Tenet is technically excellent and challeng .. Star Burst Magazine
3.0
Nolan may construct a lofty premise around a galaxy brain level theorem while throwing around complex sounding ideas like entropy, inversion algorithm .. Lw Lies
4.5
As an action movie hero, Washington doesnt have the kind of tough guy self possession you might expect. Abc
4.0
Nolan has always delivered crisp and innovative set pieces, and Tenet isnt wanting on that front. Digital Spy
2.5
Maybe you could follow what is happening if you wrote it all down on a flow chart with circles and arrows and multiple colored inks, but it wouldnt be .. Stl Today
1.5
The opening is exhilarating, featuring breathless action and a bombastic score. Cleve Land
3.5
Even at its most bewildering, the raw imagination and distinctive imagery on display are always thrilling. Screen Crush
3.0
Great movies always time travel living with you beyond the closing credits, carried into the future. With Tenet, 150 minutes pass harmlessly, but the .. Ft
2.5
While parts of it work extremely well, it just doesnt add up to a satisfying narrative. Stuff
4.4
The thing is, as much gravity as his films command, Im not sure theres very much actual weight behind them. Ar Kansas Online
2.5
A cacophony of a blockbuster with flashes of wit that stumbles on its bombastic stretches.
4.0
An incredible time at the movies for which and this may sound like an exaggeration, but from my own experience it is not not all brains are prepared.. ..
2.5
Yet if Washington shows promise as an American 007 for the 21st century, the movie ultimately underserves him. Larsen On Film
3.0
Excellent hard hitting big budget action, inconsistent dialogue /acting, refreshingly clever brain stretching plot, great sound, a tad longer than nec .. Ross Anthony
4.5
Washington simply doesnt click with Tenet, but Branagh is downright bad in it. Vanity Fair
4.0
Still, Tenet remains a blissfully ambitious sci fi, exceptionally crafted, and rich with ideas. The Arts Desk
3.0
Its a spectacle that deserves to be seen in the best place possible (if you have an IMAX near you, book it). The Sun
2.5
Grand scale cinema fuelled by big ideas is undercut by frustratingly poor storytelling and a dull lead performance by John David Washington. Matts Movie Reviews
3.0
All in all, much like the films subject, Tenet is a film way ahead of its time. Its Nolans most audacious experiment. Whether posterity favours it kin .. FilmFare
3.0
A massive, sprawling, largely incomprehensible mess, albeit with Nolans usual slick action scenes and sense of weight. The Filmy Ap
3.0
Follow Me neither; but isnt it clever that Tenet is a palindrome Poseys character, a scientist, says early on, dont try to understand it, feel it. Patriot Ledger
3.8
Together, they all do a great job of making Nolans fiendishly incomprehensible thriller energetically engaging. Sltrib
3.5
Nolan doesnt do brutality often, and to watch Kenneth Branagh deliver kicks to Elizabeth Debickis stomach is not exactly what youd call popcorn entert .. Film
4.5
This creates an oddly unsettling effect; the enemy combatant writhes and jerks in unnatural ways, making for something thats almost a militarised Twin .. Ign
3.0
While Tenet earns points for being creative, it cant avoid succumbing to traditional action clichs. The Film Pie
1.5
Oddly enough though, in a film about that very thing, the inversion doesnt happen as often as youd expect or like. Io9 Gizmodo
4.4
Tenet reaches for cinematic greatness and, though it doesnt quite reach that lofty goal, its the kind of film that reminds us of the magic of the movi .. Chicago Sun Times
3.0
When its all said and done, chances are youll be obsessing over what you dont understand about Tenet , rather than what you enjoyed. Punch Drunk Critics
5.0
The film isnt perfect; viewers will have to make a lot of assumptions to accept everything thats happening. Movie Crypt
2.5
It all makes sense in the end, sort of, but isnt a rewarding experience. Movie Web
4.5
Fortunately, the complexity does not drain the enjoyment. Tenet is a fun ride! We Live Entertainment
4.5
A glorious mess of a film. The concepts in the film cause whiplash, but the visual cacophony of Christopher Nolans imagination and current cinema tech .. Hollywood Chicago
3.5
This one has it all: a brand name film maker in Christopher Nolan, big names in the cast and, most importantly, big action. Straits Times
4.5
And in many ways, this film is not mainstream: despite its blockbuster trappings it might be Nolans most ambitious, willfully perplexing film in recen .. Dead Line
2.0
Though it doesnt make sense, it offers some magical moments in cinema (as lushly filmed in 70 millimeter Imax). Dennis Schwartz Reviews
3.0
In its finest moments, Tenet is like Pattinsons hair: slick and immaculate. One Room With A View
4.5
In terms of casting, it doesnt happen without a pair of 2018 films: BlacKkKlansman and Widows. Solzy At The Movies
4.0
Nolan doesnt seem to care too much about leaving his viewers confused. The Shiz Nit
3.5
The pacing is definitely brisk maybe a little too brisk because it doesnt give you any pause to try to catch up on whats happening. Bitly
3.0
hats surprising about the film is how attuned to the current moment it sometimes feels, not just in its futuristic prognostications, but in its grimly .. Scots Man
4.5
Unfortunately, this humor doesnt continue, as the films stakes escalate. Polygon
4.5
I love Tenet so much, despite its frustrations. Nolan wants to keep pushing the boundaries of these kinds of blockbusters, and that means hes going to .. Polygon
3.0
Tenet, in the end, doesnt have much on its mind beyond blowing ours. Film Avclub
1.5
Finally premiering on VOD on Dec 15 after its much delayed (and debated) September bow in theatersthe ideal venue for its massively scaled action, whe .. The Daily Beast
1.5
Hard enough to turn a would be crowd pleaser into a muddled and frustrating misfire. The Ooh Tray
2.0
This dialogue hints that Nolan realizes few people will understand his story but simply doesnt care. Or Lando Weekly
3.0
Nolans homage to the spy genre is a globetrotting epic that features some well crafted action sequences that help gloss over a plot that sometimes get .. Bowling Green Daily News
4.0
But if you dont leave the theater to pee or buy fresh popcorn, its unimaginable that you cant follow along, if youre willing to try. Alternate Ending
3.0
True to form, Tenet really does look great from large cinematic landscapes, to throat catching fight scenes and an epic reversing and re reversing (we .. Scifi Now
1.5
Anyone who insists Tenet is Important or Otherwise Notable is probably trying to sell you something. Lainey Gossip
1.5
Did you think Avengers: Endgame was a mindf ck with all its timey wimey shenanigans Avengers: Endgame doesnt know sh t about time! Lainey Gossip
3.0
Amid the spectacle and big performances (especially Kenneth Branagh chewing up the scenery as a Russian baddie), the emotional current doesnt flow as .. Fresh Fiction
4.5
It was almost as if he doesnt want his audience to understand it, and if one asks too many questions, there is slight condescension waiting for them. India Today
2.5
The problem isnt that the writer directors intricate screenplay is too smart for the viewer. Seven Day Svt
2.0
And thats the problem with Tenet consistently this rare failure by Nolan to seize our eyeballs so impressively that we dont care about the signals rea .. The Indian Express
4.0
You could take the advice Posys character gives... Dont try to understand it. Feel it. National Post
2.0
Nolan has taken a trope that has sent many a movie down a rabbit hole time travel and found a way to make it even more confounding. Original Cin
3.5
Maybe it will take repeated viewings to fully appreciate Nolans achievement here; certainly he deserves praise for his attempts to reinvent a pretty t .. The Australian
2.5
While I think John David Washington has the potential to be a charismatic leading man, hes not given much character or personality, which prevents the .. Rendy Reviews
3.8
Despite a lengthy, whispered monologue by Branagh near the end of the film, Im still not sure I get why hes doing what hes doing. Third Coast Review
4.5
Nolans latest gargantuan effort to blow your mind may duly blow your mind, or it may simply bruise it, but at least its a whole lot of movie, and to t .. National Review
4.5
As an action film, it isnt nearly as skillful as a Tom Cruise Mission Impossible commodity. National Review
4.5
This nominative determinism doesnt extend to the other characters. New States Man
2.5
Tenet is crazy ambitious, stuffed to the gills with so much style and even more substance too much substance for our cerebral cortex to handle. The New Paper
3.0
You sort of get whats happening in a particular scene, even if the overall story doesnt coalesce. Tiny Url
3.0
The brilliantly staged action sequences punctuate a muddled story line with under written characters and its biggest failing, a boring bad guy. Movie Mom
1.5
There is no emotional root to concern yourself with beyond the visual force of the images. El Pais (Spain)
4.0
Image: Warner Bros) But for all its fancy science talk, ultimately this an globe trotting espionage caper made up of thrilling set pieces. Daily Star
5.0
In fact, may I be the first to suggest that, if Idris Elba doesnt become the next James Bond, the producers give Mr. Washington a call. Media Mikes
5.0
What unspools across the screen for nearly two and a half hours is one scene topping another that leaves viewers thinking, How did they do that Toronto Sun
4.5
It would be better if Tenet gave us more to feel. That would make it easier to absorb all the confusion that this thriller sows. Fw Weekly
1.3
In either case, Tenet needed a strong center and doesnt have one. Datebook Sfchronicle
3.8
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3.1
Mister Roberts offers a marvelous mix of comedy and drama, expertly pulled off by its four name actors. Film Frenzy
2.5
Christopher Nolans latest dazzles the senses while making no sense at all. Hollywood Into To
4.5
It doesnt reinvent the wheel, but spices it up with time manipulation. Mash Able
1.5
Hes made an ultraviolent Bond film with an overlay of glossy pretensions. Sf Weekly
1.5
John David Washingtons character, the Protagonist, doesnt suffer from the same eye roll inducing predictability, but thats only because we know virtua .. Culture
1.5
Its a really neat idea that simply isnt pulled off coherently enough. Mid West Film Journal
4.5
Nolans new movie is Tenet, and it is a big, brassy, brainy spectacle. Tulsa World
4.5
hile it may not have quite the philosophical heft of some of his other work, it is provocative and evocative in its own right. As with so many of Nola ..
4.5
But the heart of the film honestly rests with Elizabeth Debickis Kat and she brings a harrowing loneliness and grace thats magnetic to watch. Film Ireland
4.5
Its all very busy, pulled of with such filmmaking brio that theres no time for a respite or to digest everything thrown at you. Dark Horizons
3.1
This being a Christopher Nolan film, seeing it on a big screen is kind of a must in the very least for the imposing, driving score and the impressive .. Cambridge Day
3.0
All of which is underscored with ear blasting numbness by Ludwig Granssons synthesizing and Oscar worthy score. The Only Critic
4.5
Tenet The action forwards, backwards and sideways is jaw dropping. The Hindu
3.0
And, while technically youd expect the Protagonist to fall for Kat, they instead have an oddly less than intimate connection, which doesnt help warm u .. Adelaide Review
1.5
Certainly an interesting concept on paper, yet its an idea thats rarely conveyed with depth onscreen, lacking the deft substance of Nolans previous en .. Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
Nolan doesnt just make films; he makes spectacles of the highest order. Battle Royale With Cheese
2.0
This is a wobbly action blockbuster posturing as a mind bending exploration of quantum physics. Impulse Gamer
2.5
Given little to go on, hes sent to Europe where hes shown some mysterious artifacts. Illinois Times
2.0
Just because it is a wtf did I just watch movie doesnt mean its the profound work of a cinematic auteur. Screen Zealots
1.5
Understanding the physics doesnt increase your enjoyment of the film. The Spool
3.0
Maybe that will change on repeat viewings (which shouldnt be needed this badly), but as it stands, that makes Tenet a film thats easier to admire than .. Geeks Of Color
4.0
The Copperfield film looks gorgeous, with beautiful cinematography, and a slickness that isnt what most would associate with the word Dickensian. Splice Today
3.5
A science fiction film in which Nolan builds, visually, a twisted and frenetic experience of international espionage that is structured as if it were ..
2.5
Christopher Nolans most ambitious and complex film to date, also ends up being his most cold and lacking emotion. Not all of it works, but its still b ..
4.0
It wont leave you shaken, but your mind will be stirred. And that has to be worth a trip to the cinema. Bbc
4.0
Pattinson is quite the surprise though, shedding his teenage angst/ sparkly skin of a certain, well known, vampire. FlickDirect
3.5
Its not the best Nolan film by a longshot, but its certainly the most Nolan film, and theres certainly a curious charm to that. The Gate
4.5
Simply as a groundbreaking feat of cinema to feast your eyes on, Tenet is probably worth a repeat watch. Gulf News
4.5
Simply as a groundbreaking feat of cinema to feast your eyes on, Tenet is probably worth a repeat watch. Gulf News
2.5
Tenet isnt complex storytelling failing to be comprehensible, its just bad storytelling. Entertainment Ie
2.0
Nolans reverence for tech and the cleverness of pulling off a metaphysical narrative puzzle finally swamps his awareness of whether the thing in quest .. Patrick Nabarro
4.5
Like the palindrome title of the movie, it goes back & forth the same way. You might want to wait until Tenet is streaming so you can play it forward .. Movies and Shakers
3.8
When this thing works, it really works, but when it doesnt its borderline incoherent. From the Front Row
2.0
Exhausted and disoriented by Nolans curlicue rollercoasters, we end up fooled into thinking weve been stirred when, in fact, weve mostly been shaken. Looking Closer
4.0
Yes, a fitness tracker: 10,000 steps, heart rate, hours of deep sleep, Armageddon. Caution Spoilers
4.5
Regular screens and TVs cant do justice to the international espionage, sci fi trickery and devious mayhem that unravels gorgeously (cinematographer H .. Dwight Brown Ink
3.0
This is Nolan on typically spectacular form... All terrific, but then we come to the story. A riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma is just the .. Herald Scotland
3.5
With that said, its early fumbling still handicaps its overall enjoyment in a way Nolans previous mind bending efforts didnt. Alternative Lens
3.1
Its beautifully made, with Nolans usual technical prowess showing in every frame. The Blus Pot
2.0
As stellar as Tenet is for the senses, it is not something most moviegoers will want to revisit unless, of course, they believe Nolans brand of storyt .. Sa Current
3.0
Reductive rehashes and simplistic franchise films abound, but the absurdity of a Nolan spectacle is singular. The Reader (Omaha, NE)
3.5
Thats merely a summary that doesnt require a physics degree, but as Nolans own screenplay admits, Dont try to understand it. Maddwolf
1.5
And as youre technically unshooting a gun, it means youve already shot it sort of. Gq Magazine
3.5
And, disappointingly, Nolan hasnt entirely delivered a film truly worth risking your life to see. The Jam Report
3.5
For those who dont want to engage with Nolans academic exercises, just tune out and revel in its baser pleasures: thrilling spy set pieces and charism .. Student Edge
2.0
It ends up feeling like 2.5 hours of characters we dont care about experiencing cool looking stuff. rachelsreviews.net
3.0
Its a film that doesnt wait for you to catch your breath or think things through; it hammers you to a pulp, with its 153 minutes a relentless assault .. Worldo Free L
4.5
It is not so much a matter of criticizing Nolans filmmaking, which is not very difficult to do. The important issue is to understand and criticize the .. World Socialist Web Site
3.0
At two and a half hours, Tenet is an overbearing bore that becomes a slog early on and doesnt let up. Silver Screen Riot
4.5
The story & plot are super intriguing and quite clever. Once you hit the end of the film, its all tied up in a neat little bow, proving itself to be m .. Mama's Geeky
3.5
That doesnt mean, however, that we should blindly sympathize with an antagonist because they dont know better. Jaredmobarak
4.5
Everything happening in the film is cued up visually. This is a film built for full attention no matter where (or when) you watch it.
4.5
It doesnt necessarily detract from the films enjoyment, but may be a touch disappointing for those looking for something entirely unexpected again fro .. Digital Journal
2.0
Pesky things like narrative and character development only get in Nolans way, to the point where I cannot help but feel his next film should abandon s .. Brightest Young Things
3.5
Christopher Nolans mission to save cinema mostly succeeds with a convoluted yet thrilling experience designed to be witnessed in movie theaters. The Hollywood Outsider
5.0
Tenet is truly a marvel, especially when seen on the biggest screen possible with a sound system to rock the floor beneath your feet. The film offers .. ComicBook.com
5.0
The most complex work yet by Nolan with a superb John David Washington as the films protagonist. Visually stunning as the director layers scenes where .. Victoria Advocate
3.0
An affectionate but formulaic tribute to a much loved Aussie legend. Daily Telegraph
4.5
His breakthrough film (and, for my money, still the best thing hes ever done) was 2000s, a story told backwards to illustrate Guy Pearces lack of long .. Memphis Flyer
1.5
That feels less like an exercise in saving cinema and rather an attempt to cynically profit from fans faith in it. Hot Press
5.0
Tenet is a crazy, revolutionary, extraordinary and chilling maze where Christopher Nolan seems to have reached the limit.
3.3
For the first time in a long time Christopher Nolans work just gets a bit tiring and tiresome as he exploits his obsession with time yet again in a wa .. Konexión
5.0
On the surface, the strokes in Tenet may seem simple, but they have grand effects especially as far as its cinematography is concerned. Fotogramas
4.5
But Tenet is the kind of thrilling blockbuster that we so desperately need in any summer, a brainy, brawny, and frankly astonishing work of populist c .. Vanyaland
3.0
As a Christopher Nolan film, it has all the warmth of a meat locker and features a Ludwig Gransson soundtrack that makes you feel like youre inside a .. Book & Film Globe
3.8
Tenet is Nolans attempt to outdo and subvert the James Bond thriller, a globe hopping adventure that gets increasingly heady and convoluted as it goes .. Madison
3.0
Say what you will about the tenets of TENET, at least it has an ethos. That Shelf
3.5
Washington in the lead is perfect and as we already saw in Spike Lees BlacKkKlansman, he can carry a film on his shoulders. In Tenet this is even more .. Awards Watch
3.0
Its pretty cool but watching backwards explosions just doesnt do it in terms of wow factor. Weekend Warrior Blog Tumbl ..
4.5
Tenet is one of Nolans most cerebral films, as confounding as it is scintillating. Nashville Scene
3.0
a loud, boisterous, eye popping spectacle that will absolutely blow your socks off with dazzling visuals and immersive exhibition, even if solving puz .. Reel Reviews
4.5
Yes, this might seem odd, but I dont rate the people characters nor cast of Tenet terribly high up. Ready Steady Cut
1.5
The scale of its spectacle suggests innovation; but Nolans combination of the reverse motion with the cross cut, which hes dressed with trivial exposi .. Mubi
4.0
Subtly I dont think anyone would suggest that Tenet is a tender or delicate work. Elements of Madness
1.5
The most devastating of these come from Bosemans Levee, a gifted and brashly impolitic horn player who knows what hes worth even if the rest of the wo .. Wbur
2.0
When put in context of what we have come to expect from Christopher Nolan...Tenet seems to land with an even more despondent, painful thud. Movie Show Plus
3.5
The audience can feel free to criticise it for what it is not, but judged on its own merits Tenet is a rock solid science fiction thriller with a smar ..
4.0
The first act, for example, feels incredibly rushed, and doesnt allow the viewer to absorb whats happening in fact, it even feels a little disorientin .. Cinencuentro
3.0
Like with other Christopher Nolan films, it will take multiple viewings to fully realize the scope of Tenets groundbreaking accomplishments. Mad About Movies Podcast
4.0
And if that is the ultimate trick hes aiming for, then hes on his way in doing so.
4.5
Christopher Nolan turns the spy thriller into a disproportionate palindromic spectacle that recovers the pleasure of perplexity in cinema. El Mundo (Spain)
4.4
Ambitious and grandiloquent, Tenet is a palindromic thriller where past and present converge in a mission against the clock.
4.5
For all the talk of Nolans complex plots, Tenet isnt any less wieldy than Inception. Showbiz Cheat Sheet
3.0
The setup gives his movies a fresh look along with an old soul that is irresistible. Like staring into Debickis eyes for more than five seconds, youre .. KSDK
3.5
It doesnt help that once again, Nolans characters are incredibly archetypical.
5.0
Tenet is an extraordinarily immersive big screen spectacle crafted by Christopher Nolan to be experienced on the biggest screen you can find. Newshub (NZ)
1.5
Nolans obsession with making his films as complex as humanly possible is frustrating for those of us who would like at least a scintilla of clarity in .. CultureMap
1.5
In Tenet, though, its amped up at the expense of a story thats dazzlingly straightforward even if the way its being delivered insists on something mor .. Stabroek News
1.5
I am a big fan of films I usually enjoy the time puzzle of it but this seems even more intentionally inaccessible and challenging than everything else .. FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
4.5
Directed by Brendan Walsh who clearly doesnt suffer from claustrophobia. What She Said Radio
2.0
Tenet has its moments, but is easily Nolans worst film. Mostly incomprehensible; this muddled sci fi thriller is a long way from being the savior of c .. ComicBookMovie.com
3.8
But for serious Christopher Nolan fans who relish the directors intelligence and intriguing style of films, and are hoping for a repeat of INCEPTIONs .. We Are Movie Geeks
3.0
For all of its nonsensical happenings, there is no doubting Nolans skill for the visual medium. Flavourmag
4.0
Tenet isnt a sequel, but this complicated jigsaw puzzle of a blockbuster does see Nolan return to Inception levels of headfuckery after 2017s relative .. NME
3.0
Director Christopher Nolan the showman is in his element with this mammoth head scratcher, rolling out stunts, trappings and confrontations.
4.0
Tenet succeeds in somehow transcending the audiences basic understanding of time and narrative while nevertheless keeping them engaged and entertained ..
3.0
Maybe in a couple of years, well revisit Tenets simplification of protagonists and antagonists, dissect Nolans meta cinematic approach to storytelling .. Boulder Weekly
3.1
As opposed to being an intriguing challenge that yields a satisfactory outcome, this is a manipulative exercise with the cards stacked against the aud .. Reel Talk with Chuck and P ..
3.0
The convoluted logic begins to detract from the films enjoyment or it would if Nolan didnt keep tossing out exciting visuals to keep viewers engaged a .. Asheville Movies
0.5
Like, I was stunned with how Nolan transcends cinematic storytelling with some next level visual effects and concept. Latestly
3.0
It overcomplicates its nifty premise with a convoluted plot, unclear motivations, and a self serious tone that doesnt acknowledge the silliness of all .. Exclaim!
2.5
Going to a movie is escapism and relaxation, but a film that wends its way around time, backward and forward, needs some space, and filling it with mo .. Phantom Tollbooth
1.5
Christopher Nolans long awaited Tenet is a mixed film full of vertiginous highs and despairing lows that are sensorially overwhelming. Screen Queens
3.0
A well oiled machine in which each element fulfills a specific function, and like all machinery, lacks a soul... Nonetheless, Tenet is a fascinating e ..
2.5
Getting the worst of it is Branagh, playing a movie villain thats overly familiar to us. Times Herald
5.0
Masterfully crafted with gorgeous and enthralling spectacle, Tenet certainly ranks as the best film of the year.
2.5
Even so, his latest movie feels strangely hollow and coldly detached. Casey's Movie Mania
4.5
No question that Nolans superlative filmmaking technique, once again, rises to the occasion.
4.5
Simply put, hes trying to prevent World War III which would be worse than a nuclear holocaust.
4.0
Tenets first hour is as elegant as its director, always in a suit.
5.0
I cannot specify what made it so satisfying for me, but Washingtons sprint has a genuine sense of urgency about it; he isnt running to look good on ca ..
1.5
Nolan finally seems to admit that he is not interested in people or their stories or their emotions, but rather using their forms, their bodies, to fi .. El Universal
4.0
Its almost like your brain doesnt have enough time to catch its breath. The Movie Blog
4.5
I wouldnt recommend a Cronenberg film to just anybody, while Id recommend an Inception or Interstellar to just about anyone theyre crowd pleasers. The Beat
1.5
Tenet is still a blockbuster that wants to make money, and to that end, it doesnt hesitate to use stock archetypes or scenarios, eventually building t ..
4.1
Tenet is an obnoxious, cold and unpleasant movie. Nevertheless, Nolan achieved a rare formal experiment never seen before in summer blockbusters. Holl .. Código espagueti
5.0
These three race to a finish of space cracking proportions where, again, the details just dont matter. Medium
1.5
And if Nolan doesnt give a damn about what happens to his chronology challenged travelers, why should we For a movie brimming with incident and porten .. Miamiartzine
3.3
An interesting palindrome, but really doesnt amount to anything significant.
3.5
Mulan Disney continues its insufferable series of live action adaptations of animated classics with the dreary Mulan. Dare Daniel
3.0
Given that Nolan doesnt like using green screens nor visual effects, thats an actual plane being used, not a miniature one. FlixChatter Film Blog
4.0
Its smart, funny and theres even stuff in there the parents will enjoy. Richard Crouse
1.5
TENET doesnt allow for these beats, and the more emotional and philosophical concerns are muffled, both figuratively and literally.
3.5
That makes the film worth watching, even when some of its parts dont quite measure up to that standard. Colbybryant.com
1.5
One suspects hes intended to be suave, droll and mysterious but with Pattinsons talents one can never quite tell. Australian Financial Revie ..
3.5
Its breathtaking at times, and frustrating at others, but even with all its near detrimental ambition its a film that is at least trying to break a fa .. The AU Review
3.0
Nolan has created a story so obtuse that the viewer cannot hope to grasp it while simultaneously demanding reverence and mid pandemic attendance. Box Office Prophets
3.1
With his signature gamesmanship intact, Nolan, todays premier narrative puzzle maker, endeavors to achieve something loftier than his time centric esc .. Deep Focus Review
4.0
But the big finale pulls things together with elan, and makes Tenet a satisfying film, even if it doesnt provide quite the shock to the system that In .. film-authority.com
2.0
Tenet squanders all its visual spectacle through obtuse storytelling and dramatic inertia. Próxima Tanda
4.0
Tenet is a Christopher Nolan film in every way. An amalgamation of themes & threads out of his other films combined into one, Tenet has shades of Nola .. CinemaDebate
3.5
Christopher Nolans Tenet is a film which can be enjoyed, but its highly likely that you wont really understand it. It takes a lot of big ideas and a l ..
4.0
Revisiting ideas he had already broached in his brilliantly underrated space saga Interstellar, Nolan is back again to his favourite subject, Time. Th .. The Jewish Chronicle
5.0
John David Washington (BlacKkKlansman) leads a hugely talented, star studded ensemble. We Have a Hulk
3.8
As with that film, Tenet is visually stunning, thought provoking and nothing youve exactly ever seen before. The News-Herald (Willoughb ..
1.5
Thanks to Spike Lee I know John David Washington isnt a bad actor, but he just doesnt hook into the Nolan cadence here, he feels stilted and uncomfort .. Phawker
0.5
If Tenet were a Beatles song, it would be Revolution 9: gun shots and car crashes, breaking glass and muffled words, all come together in a mix, made .. The Quint
2.5
But there is considerable style, and its clever, if perplexing, time inversion plot offers a fascinating counter point to Nolans breakthrough Memento. Film Spotting
1.5
His identity isnt a big mystery to solve, and the last minute revelation that he is The Protagonist doesnt make any pieces fit together. Citizen Damepod
4.5
The film feels a lot like an allusion of its palindrome title. What I like most about Nolan, and Tenet, is that it challenges me and reminds me, forgi .. Seventh Art Studio
4.5
The real inversion of Tenet and ultimately, all of Nolans films is that its stretching upward toward the heavens boomerangs back to this world. The Gospel Coalition
2.0
The entire sci fi premise of inverting time is executed in delightfully choreographed action sequences. Giant Freakin Robot
3.1
Debecki has real movie star presence, Branaghs surprisingly deft at portraying an absolute rotter, and Pattinson has a blast cutting loose. (
3.0
Tenet is virtuoso filmmaking and frustrating storytelling in equal measure. KKFI-FM (Kansas City)
2.0
Its alternately compelling and mind blowing, while potentially being mind numbing when trying to keep up with its time shifting machinations and plot .. Akron Beacon Journal
3.8
While it frustrates at times, its deliberate, as Tenet doesnt benefit as much from deep thought as you might expect. Awards Radar
4.0
When a new film arrives, the question isnt if its good, but if its a masterpiece. City Am
4.5
Amid all the nonsensical writing, messy action, and blank characters, Tenet is a display of the pure, unfiltered blockbuster filmmaking sensibilities .. Miami New Times
3.5
Things kinda, sorta make sense logistically if you dont think about it too hard. Ars Technica
4.0
These constructs, and the sheer, epic, bravura joy of seeing Nolan weave everything together, is why Tenet isDunkirks side step notwithstandingNolans .. Cultural Conversation
2.5
The characters are still messing with time, but you cant skip it. Nerd Reactor
4.5
Its as if youre trying to solve a math problem while cars crash around you and theres a variable youre constantly missing.
5.0
This isnt for audiences who want mindless action or time filler (see what I did there) until the next Bond flick. OurQuadCities / WHBF-TV (I ..
1.5
That confusion and irritation ekes its way throughout the film, with Nolans script being the weakest hes written. The Curb
4.0
Nolan calls it, time inversion, and visually its a marvel thats still difficult to wrap my head around.
4.5
Inception doesnt make a bit of sense but that doesnt matter when youre watching it. SooToday.com
3.0
Tenet isnt necessarily hard to follow as long as you accept what youre being told at face value, but its pacing is surprisingly sluggish for a film th .. FILMHOUNDS Magazine
4.0
We dont learn much about the Protagonists background, but Washington conveys his intelligence and inherent desire to do the right thing.
4.3
But you had a fantastic time keeping up thru the spectacle of it all and seeing glorious movie stars projected on a screen with some of the largest ac ..
4.5
Its an epic film both for its thrilling set pieces and its complex concepts. Extra Beurre
4.5
But there remains a sense that Nolan has got his cinematic mission back to front. Yes, hes giving us a cerebral workout, yet we could also do with mor .. Marie Claire
3.0
One isnt sure if Pattersons character is good or evil, which adds to the films overall suspense. Cup of Soul
3.5
Either way, the film is unquestionably worth seeing on the big screen, delivering satisfying blockbuster spectacle in achingly beautiful style, even i .. Nerdly
5.0
Its an audiovisual experience that no movie lover should miss. Stimulating, revealing, adrenaline pumping and spectacular, this is Christopher Nolans ..
4.5
These protagonists face challenging situations without ever inspiring huggable warmth. KUNR (Reno, NV)
1.5
Heaps of plot devices, Washingtons ridiculously cool fight scenes and Pattinson looking in a suit like a hunk that just wont quit only mildly distract .. KCTV5 News at 9
3.5
A cerebral thriller that gives us the most gimmicky version of Nolan weve seen yet.
4.4
Christopher Nolans most challenging film and also his most satisfying.
4.4
Subscribe to the Podcast Nolan, Ranked This isnt a ranking of Christopher Nolan movies, exactly.
4.0
Tenet doesnt necessarily reward repeat viewings, but on a narrative level it demands them. Inverse
1.5
As a delivery system for the thrills, I think the film gets a long way, and you can kind of sit back and enjoy it. As a delivery system for the ideas, .. Monocle
3.0
As if you were holding a Rubiks cube: you will not feel calm until you manage to solve it with your hands.
4.5
Photo Credit: Warner Brothers Then theres Sir Kenneth Branaghs villainous Andrei Sator. ( The News Lens Internationa ..



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