Inception
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Most of these names carry their own individual meanings, too.
Nolan named all the key players inInceptionwith a hidden thematic or dramatic significance.
In the Bible, Joseph famously interpreted the Pharaohs dreams.
It could also have something to do with the myth of the Fisher King.
They broke new ground in the fields of architecture and furniture.
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In French, Spanish, Portuguese, and various other languages, mal means evil or wrong.
Suffice to say, its an appropriate name for a villain.
The hidden meaning behind Arthurs name isnt as obvious as some of the other characters fromInception.
Inception, directed by Christopher Nolan, features a skilled thief who uses dream-sharing technology to steal corporate secrets. He is tasked with planting an idea into a CEO’s mind, while confronting his troubled past, which threatens the mission and his team.
But that doesnt make much sense, because Arthur isnt the leader of the crew inInception.
Shes a graduate student in the field of architecture who is recruited to construct mazes in the dreamscape.
So, the name of the lead character inInceptionliterally means dream.
But thats not the only deeper meaning hidden in Cobbs name.
