Tenet (2020)

Action Thriller Science Fiction
→ Influenced 5 films ← Inspired by 6 films

Armed with only one word - Tenet - and fighting for the survival of the entire world, the Protagonist journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a mission that will unfold in something beyond real time.

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Edge of Tomorrow
Edge of Tomorrow (2014)1
 Memento
Memento (2000)2
 The Spy Who Loved Me
The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)3
 Heat
Heat (1995)4
 Blade Runner
Blade Runner (1982)5
 Foreign Correspondent
Foreign Correspondent (1940)6

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  1. Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
    "Directed by Christopher Nolan, "Tenet" explores time inversion, where characters experience time moving backward. While not a traditional time loop, its manipulation of time and high-stakes action draw parallels to "Edge of Tomorrow."" 7 Movies to Watch After Edge of Tomorrow Nicole Drum ComicBook.com
  2. Memento (2000)
    "Nolan's own film "Memento" served as a precursor to "Tenet," particularly in its exploration of time manipulation. Nolan mentioned that the concept of a bullet reversing its trajectory, depicted in "Memento," was an idea he expanded upon in "Tenet."" How Memento Inspired Tenet According to Christopher Nolan Darius Azadeh ScreenRant
  3. The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)
    "Nolan has expressed admiration for this James Bond film, recalling how it instilled in him a sense of cinematic possibility and adventure. He aimed to capture a similar feeling of global escapism in "Tenet."" Christopher Nolan talks about Tenet's connection to his previous movies Digital Spy
  4. Heat (1995)
    "Michael Mann's crime thriller "Heat" influenced Nolan's approach to action sequences and character dynamics. Nolan screened "Heat" for his crew before filming "The Dark Knight," and its impact is evident in the meticulous planning and execution of heist scenes in "Tenet."" 10 Movies That Influenced Christopher Nolan Ben Sherlock ScreenRant
  5. Blade Runner (1982)
    "Ridley Scott's "Blade Runner" inspired Nolan with its immersive world-building and visual storytelling. Nolan has cited "Blade Runner" as a film that "just blew me away" due to its creation of extraordinary, immersive worlds." 10 Movies That Influenced Christopher Nolan Ben Sherlock ScreenRant
  6. Foreign Correspondent (1940)
    "Alfred Hitchcock's thriller "Foreign Correspondent" influenced Nolan's depiction of suspense and action. Nolan noted that Hitchcock's technical virtuosity in portraying the downing of a plane at sea provided inspiration for sequences in "Tenet."" 10 films that influenced Christopher Nolan's signature style Harry Fletcher The Standard