Interstellar

Honestly, I don't know how I haven't seen Interstellar yet, but it was finally time to watch it, and I'm glad I did. I still don't think it's one of the greatest films ever made, but I completely understand why so many people consider it one. This film excels in so many areas and delivers an experience that is hard to forget. The time-traveling aspects are incredibly fascinating. The way Nolan plays with time always amazes me, and Interstellar might be one of the best examples of that. On top of that, it's one of the most visually stunning films I've ever seen. The technical craft that had to go into creating the space scenes, and honestly almost every scene in the movie, is unbelievable. One thing that surprised me is how quickly the film throws you into the story. You don't know much about Cooper besides the fact that he used to be a pilot, and within 35 minutes he's already working with NASA again. Cooper might be the best part of the entire film. He's tough on everyone when he's in the pilot seat, but over time he develops a connection with every person around him. Even when he gets angry at Brand for causing the death of another crew member, those feelings eventually fade as they begin to understand each other. The fight between Cooper and Mann is my favorite scene in the movie. It shows two completely different perspectives on what has been happening. Mann's desperation leads him to lie about everything just to escape the planet, and the entire confrontation is incredibly intense. When Brand arrives to save Cooper, it creates such an exciting moment. It also shows how far Mann has fallen after being alone for so long, almost leaving Cooper and Brand stranded forever. Somehow, Cooper manages to pilot the ship back to the Endurance, creating another thrilling sequence. Interstellar might have some of the most emotional scenes I've seen in a film. There are so many moments that hit incredibly hard. Watching Cooper see his children grow up while he hasn't aged is heartbreaking, especially when he watches the recordings and realizes how much time has passed. When he finally sees Murph again and they're now the same age, it's one of the most powerful moments in the film. The movie constantly throws twists and revelations at you. Professor Brand's death is tragic, but it reveals the true hopelessness of their mission. They weren't going up there with a guaranteed solution—they were going up there knowing there might not be a way back. However, the reveal that Cooper was the "ghost" from the beginning is my least favorite part of the film. It's a good twist, but I found it extremely predictable. I had a feeling it was going to happen early on in the movie. Overall, Interstellar is a spectacular cinematic experience. The visuals, emotional moments, performances, and ideas all come together to create something special. While it isn't quite one of my favorite films ever, it's absolutely a movie everyone should experience at least once in their life. Nolan Ranked