This is the secret sauce. x264 is a video encoding standard that prioritizes efficiency. By 2006 (the film's release year), x264 was maturing. By the time YIFY released this encode (circa 2010-2014), the codec was peak.
Read a critical analysis of the movie's complex narrative structure at Rotten Tomatoes scientific elements
The film's use of color, lighting, and composition is exceptional, creating a sense of atmosphere and mood that draws the audience into the world of the film. Nolan's use of non-linear storytelling adds to the complexity and re-watch value of the movie.
The film is structured like a magic trick itself: