We found this film compelling throughout and superbly constructed. The idea of working backwards through time works in this movie precisely because the protagonist suffers from a rare "total" short-term memory loss. The strange time lines induce us to empathise with the protagonist, although it is clear that he is not an altogether sympathetic character. This is not a great movie for characterisation, but it is utterly memorable and deserves the adulation it has received.
Review of Memento
