The film uses a typical non linear structure, the first half of the movie chronicles the first half of the relationship between the main character Joel Barish, (played by Jim Carey) and Clementine Kruczynski (played by the ravishing Kate Winslet) This part of the film chronicles how the two of them meet, and the early part of their relationship.
The second half of the film starts at a time when the relationship seems to be going strong, this part of the film takes place a certain time after the first part. This part of the film takes us to the exact point when the main character goes to have his memory of Clementine removed. The rest of the film is then described backwards; as he has his memories removed, he relives them with her and descovers what it was that bought them together in the first plave.
It would be impossible to talk about this film without talking of the remarkable performance of the divine Kate Winslet, her performance as Clementine is nuanced, and brash, and rather a different role for Kate, who is mainly known for period films. Interestingly so that we know what point of the relationship we are watching, the filmmakers change the color of Clementine's hair.
Winslet was nominated for an Oscar for her role in the film, however in a huge snub, given his also subtle performance, Jim Carey was not! In conclusion the film is intelligent yet nuanced, and has an intellectual non-linear storyline, which benefits hugely from the performances of its talented cast, in particular that of Kate Winslet. Rating: A As usual, comments below!
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