Interstellar
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Some movies create a strange contraction in a person when looking at the stars; this is one of those rare moments when both greatness and smallness are felt at the same time. Christopher Nolan's 2014 sci-fi epic targets exactly this feeling and leaves the viewer alone at the end of two and a half hours not with questions about the universe, but with something much closer and much heavier: a father's promise to his daughter. The story begins in a bleak near future where the soil is exhausted, the air is poisoned, and civilization is slowly disintegrating. The world is no longer able to feed people, and this atmosphere of despair is conveyed in a very impressive way with the heavy, dust-smelling realism that has crept into the first hour of the film. Nolan draws us first to the ground and then to the sky; the transition is so organic that we pass through it without realizing we're in the middle of space. Matthew McConaughey delivers one of the most mature performances of his career. The character he portrays is a man who is both an engineer, a farmer, and a father; a man who loses himself in each of these roles and ultimately fails. What carries the emotional weight of the film is not the technology or the grandiose space sequences, but the conflict within this character. Anne Hathaway and Michael Caine from the supporting cast also add different layers to the story; each represents a different facet of humanity. Visually, Interstellar represents one of the boldest moves in recent years of science fiction cinema. The silence of space, the bends of light around black holes and the cold uneasiness of the unknown, combined with Hans Zimmer's organ-heavy music, physically affect the audience. Real scientific concepts such as quantum mechanics and the theory of relativity are expertly embedded in the backbone of the narrative; it is this balance that makes the film both popular and layered. Interstellar is not ultimately an exploration or survival film. A film that asks how time passes, how love is permanent and how a human life compares to the vastness of the universe, and prefers not to give its answers generously. If, after watching, you feel the need to look at the people around you instead of space, Nolan has achieved exactly what he wanted.
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Reno
November 12, 2014
9/10
Well, one off from two of this year's most expected movies alongside 'The Battle of Five Armies'. Like all the Chris Nolan fans, I was equally excited to see the movie on the opening day opening show. But I slightly disappointed that it was not a digital 3D film. I agree, this science-fiction was more dramatized than usual space travel stories does with an adventure-thriller. Almost a 3 hour long stretch movie did not waste much time to take us to the core of the story. Get prepared for this ext...
decovision
September 12, 2015
9.5/10
People seem to think that if you enjoy a Christopher Nolan movie, you are a fanboy and the film couldn't really be that good. That is not true. He has never made a bad movie, Insomnia is probably his worst and it is still an excellent movie. Interstellar is up there in his top 3, with The Dark Knight being number 1 and Inception in number 2. I don't think he will ever make a better movie than The Dark Knight, it is without a doubt a masterpiece of cinema in my opinion. It can be enjoyed on so ...
Andres Gomez
October 31, 2015
7/10
Another grandiloquent movie from Christoper Nolan. The cast is good, and McConaughey performs a role made for himself. The photography is very nice but the movie commits all the same mistakes than previous Nolan's movies. I think mistakes but it may be that they are the points Nolan fans enjoy the most ... * The story makes you believe it is a realy deeply thought plot but, in the end, it has so basic mistakes and stupidities that make it nonsensical. * There is a general ambience of ever...
Asadullah Khan
October 19, 2016
10/10
"Man kind was born on earth, it was never meant to die here." IT has been two days since I watched it and I still can't get it out of my head. I can safely say that it has been a long LONG time since a movie had this much effect on me after watching it. And the only thing I can think of now is to somehow Re-Watch it again. This movie was surprisingly different from Christopher Nolan's recent works because they had been great cinematic entertainment pieces catered to a wider audience with a...

shaunfrombklyn
February 15, 2017
10/10
This was my most anticipated film of 2014, and I was not disappointed. The story was slightly difficult to follow on the first watch, but that was to be expected in a film dealing with complicated fields such as astrophysics and time dilation. Many didn't find its overall message - that love is the most powerful force in the universe which transcends space and time - to be very appealing, but I thought it was an interesting take on special relativity and how two people can be bound by a comm...
Dark Jedi
December 21, 2017
4/10
That this movie, at the time of writing this, holds an 8.8 rating at IMDb is simply beyond my understanding. Needless to say I did not really like this movie. The story is not very good, the science is ludicrous and the visuals not all that impressive. Maybe the latter would be better in a big theater (I watched this on my home cinema system which has a relatively large screen by European standards) but I am not really sure about that either. Be warned that the rest of this review might conta...
akashmahajan
November 01, 2018
/10
Again hit produced by christopher nolan after batman. Storyline is great and also the science theory is perfectly showcased.
sybddlatfu
January 20, 2020
/10
This might contain spoilers! --- Interstellar is my favorite movie. I'm really into space and everything about it, so this movie was my cup of tea. The soundtrack is the best of the movie. It points out flow of time, which is the most discussed issue in the movie. Special effects are breathtaking. Even with some small mistakes, it is pretty accurate and expectable. There is some visually pleasing cinematography too, including Saturn, the curvature of spacetime or majestic black hole, which i...

Matthew Brady
January 27, 2020
9/10
"Do not go gentle into that good night; Old age should burn and rave at close of day. Rage, rage against the dying of the light". The story is about a team of explorers undertakes the most important mission in human history; traveling beyond this galaxy to discover whether mankind has a future among the stars. Christopher Nolan once said that 2001: A Space Odyssey was his all time favorite film and how he wanted to do a small tribute to he's next film. And then comes a movie called "Inters...

Peter McGinn
November 02, 2021
9/10
I will not add another in depth review to the several I see here on this movie. Nor will I try to evaluate the accuracy of the science behind the plot. Apparently a physicist was involved who had veto power if the script wandered out of the realm of what is at least theoretically true or possible. But I have never let inaccuracies get in the way of enjoying science fiction movies anyway, as long as the movie is entertaining and otherwise doesn’t insult my intelligence. In the movie Monsters, ...

kheirnandez
November 06, 2021
10/10
I've got to say I have been wanting to watch this film for a while now and well it's 2021 and it's a Saturday morning and damn, safe to say this is one of the best films I have ever watched in my life. loved everything about It. The creativity and intelligence put into this film is just mind-blowing considering the fact it is a 2014 film. This clearly shows that mankind will one day achieve the most unexpected and unthought discoveries. Love and respect to the director Christopher Nolan you are...
lowkimhoe
June 26, 2022
9/10
It opens my mind after I watched this movie. I have watched it twice to figure out everything on the movie. Basically, this is the movie talking about earth is not a good place to stay anymore. People have to go to space to find another homeland. It reminds me that we will be like them if we didn't care much on environment

CinemaSerf
July 29, 2022
7/10
As humanity faces an existential crisis, farmer "Cooper" (Matthew McConaughey) and his family are fighting a losing battle against an environment determined to destroy what is left of their corn crop. Mystery arrives after a sand storm leaves some magnetic clues to a secret location inhabited by NASA scientists led by "Brand" (Sir Michael Caine) who manage to convince former pilot "Coop" to join a mission to go into space and, using a recently detected wormhole that he believes may have been del...
tropicalicecedar
July 26, 2023
/10
This mind-bending sci-fi masterpiece took me on an unforgettable journey through space and time. From its breathtaking visuals to the captivating performances, the film had me hooked from start to finish. I couldn't help but be inspired by its thought-provoking themes about love, sacrifice, and the boundless nature of human exploration. "Interstellar" truly left me in awe and is an absolute must-watch for any movie enthusiast.

r96sk
January 02, 2024
10/10
What a cracker! So glad to finally tick <em>'Interstellar'</em> off my theoretical list, took me far too long to get around to it but boy am I glad I finally have done - sensational film! The most obvious sign of that being the case is how the ~2hr30min run time goes by in an absolute flash... <em>*insert joke about it like being aboard Endurance here*</em> I'm obviously not able to add anything new to what many, many others have already said gushingly about this 2014 flick, so I can only ...
madriyanto
June 21, 2024
9/10
Christopher Nolan's "Interstellar" (2014) isn't just a science fiction film; it's a cinematic experience that transcends genre boundaries. It's a breathtaking exploration of humanity's yearning for survival, the profound power of love, and the awe-inspiring mysteries of the universe. The film's greatest strength lies in its seamless blend of a deeply personal story with cutting-edge scientific concepts. We follow Joseph Cooper (Matthew McConaughey), a former pilot turned farmer, who is chosen...
RalphRahal
December 17, 2024
10/10
"Interstellar" is easily one of the best movies I’ve ever watched, definitely in my top 5 of all time. It’s a masterpiece that feels like every scene matters. Each moment carries an important message, whether it’s about love, sacrifice, or the endless curiosity of humans to explore the unknown. It’s not just a movie, it’s an experience. The performances by the actors were amazing. Matthew McConaughey as Cooper really made me feel every bit of his emotions; his love for his kids, his struggle,...

Dean
September 28, 2025
4/10
Boring crap.
Sentinel
March 04, 2026
10/10
This film is a wonderful piece of art that masterfully balances emotion with science. I really liked the way the story progressed; it begins by beautifully establishing the protagonist's deep bond with his kids and family. This emotional foundation makes his ultimate sacrifice—giving up his time with them for the sake of their future—all the more powerful. At the same time, the movie is scientifically well-narrated and visually stunning. What makes it truly special is that it doesn't fit into...
userloser
May 20, 2026
4/10
Great visuals, convoluted plot, no substance. Not sure if longer than boring or more boring than long.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Interstellar was released in 2014.
Interstellar has a runtime of 2 hr 49 min (169 minutes).
Interstellar belongs to the following genres: Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction.
Interstellar has a rating of 8.5/10 from 40,070 votes on TMDB.
In the United States, Interstellar is available to watch on: Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Amazon Video.