This movie was ahead of its time. Literally underrated!
It syncs more with today's social media world where everyone is trapped in unrealised narcissism. It depicts the vulnerabilities of lucid dreams, giving you a few life lessons like how we are responsible for the 'control of our dreams via the subconscious' & 'little things that matter'. It would make more sense to you if viewed 20 years after it was released.
There's criticism on Cruise's part being unconvincing & acting in a certain way...I agree. But that's exactly how an individual would behave in the complex uncertainty of what is real & what is not. The portrayal is at point. Honestly, it is a kind of movie which is open for diverse interpretations. You decide what you take from it.
If you get it right, it'll move you & leave you enthralled with goosebumps at stages! Worth the watch.