Fumanchu on 01 August 2010
I find the whole concept of totems is such an annoying and unexplained paradox. It contradicts the ideology presented in the movie that you can't consciously be aware of something 'strange' until you wake up, so how could you then possibly assign 'strange' physics properties to an object subconsciously?
I really like the idea that the ending is Nolan's inception on the audience. He plants the seed of doubt to make you question its reality, through the totem and other red herrings throughout the film supporting either side.
I also like the fact that Cobb doesn't wait around for the totem to stop, meaning it doesn't matter as long as he's happy and with his children.
