Movies: Mission Impossible: Fallout
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Not surprising. This is the most consistently entertaining and critically acclaimed action movie franchise today.
This is the only franchise that I can think of that I've actually liked more with each new entry. I actually wasn't a big fan of the first two in the 90s. They were OK, but they didn't really resonate with me like they seemed to with most other people. I didn't really come around until I finally saw the third one many years after its release. That one, I appreciated (and I wish that Abrams had stuck to films like that, instead of ruining Star Trek and Star Wars, but that's for other threads), and I've been quick to watch and enjoy each of the ones since. They probably haven't gotten better per se. Maybe it's just that I appreciate the series better now because they feel like a throwback and I'm getting nostalgic.
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One of the better pure action movies ever made, full of twists that aren't bat **** crazy, and a lot of fun/tension throughout to be had. The broad spectrum story events outline/style are wash and repeat obviously, but this movie is A++ thrilling action adventure entertainment.
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I kept picking my jaw up off the floor during this one. Fallout is liberally sprinkled with fantastic action sequences, all seemingly life-threatening in one way or another to Tom Cruise. Then the movie tops itself by ending with a 30 minute finale that is among the most thrilling extended action sequences that I've ever seen. Mammothly entertaining.
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All action movies should take note - this is how you make an action movie. The set pieces were ambitious and crafted without hindering the plot or dragging out the movie. McQuarrie and the writers effortlessly bring together at least 6 different compelling story elements, delivering an astoundingly complex action plot without letting it become confusing nor weighed down by its own complexity. The climax was thrilling, the resolution was 100% satisfying, and the character setup for the 7th movie is tantalizing.
That whole sequence at the end between Hunt, Julia and Ilsa - this is how you successfully execute a deux ex machina in a satisfying manner.
Bond producers better step up, because MI has produced 3 (arguably 4) straight outings that are better than any Bond movie in the last 50 years.
I will also add that McQuarrie brilliantly uses Cavill in a non-traditional strongman role, utilizing Cavill's aloof line delivery as an advantage rather than letting it drag down his character.
5/5, would (and will) watch again, would also recommend to anyone without hesitation. It's a great movie, better than Mad Max IMO. The only downside is I'm not sure they can top this for MI:7.
That whole sequence at the end between Hunt, Julia and Ilsa - this is how you successfully execute a deux ex machina in a satisfying manner.
The whole conversation between Julia and Ethan in the tent, Ethan's initial worry when he sees Ilsa and Julia approaching each other, Ilsa's whisper (I think she says "thank you") to Julia, Ethan's relief and release after he realizes Julia's given him "permission" to move on. The whole thing is well directed, well written, and well acted.
Bond producers better step up, because MI has produced 3 (arguably 4) straight outings that are better than any Bond movie in the last 50 years.
I will also add that McQuarrie brilliantly uses Cavill in a non-traditional strongman role, utilizing Cavill's aloof line delivery as an advantage rather than letting it drag down his character.
5/5, would (and will) watch again, would also recommend to anyone without hesitation. It's a great movie, better than Mad Max IMO. The only downside is I'm not sure they can top this for MI:7.
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Seeing it tonight. Haven't seen a movie in the theaters in forever but i'm looking forward to this.
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Just saw it. It's flat-out the best action movie of all time. Is this doesn't pick up some serious Oscar nominations/wins in the technical categories then there's something wrong. Honestly, a best picture nom probably won't happen but would be totally deserved.
What can I say that hasn't already said? Simply phenomenal.
I have to echo that this is one of the best action movies in recent memory. Every single sequence is perfectly done and there's enough breathtaking scenery that even at a breakneck pace you can't help but hold your breath at the combo of the high octane action with the beautiful backdrops.
I was completely blown away by the whole experience. Sure you have to turn your brain off a bit at some parts but that's par for the course for the series.
It was like going on an amazing roller coaster for the first time in your life and wanting to run right back to the line to get back on it again. Can't recommend it enough.
I have to echo that this is one of the best action movies in recent memory. Every single sequence is perfectly done and there's enough breathtaking scenery that even at a breakneck pace you can't help but hold your breath at the combo of the high octane action with the beautiful backdrops.
I was completely blown away by the whole experience. Sure you have to turn your brain off a bit at some parts but that's par for the course for the series.
It was like going on an amazing roller coaster for the first time in your life and wanting to run right back to the line to get back on it again. Can't recommend it enough.
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If Rogue Nation was about Ethan Hunt "the legend", Fallout is about Ethan Hunt "the man". The movie really does a great job showing his humanity and virtue despite the absurdity of the situations he finds himself in.
McQuarrie has kind of made this his own Nolan-trilogy. I would be surprised if the studio didn't ask him back to direct a third movie.
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This definitely needs a trilogy to fully close the door on the whole Syndicate/Solomon Lane storyline. With the obvious ending to provide finality to it.
I'd be very surprised if MI: Fallout didn't get a nomination (and I think Black Panther is an absolute lock for one, probably the front runner at this moment). Mad Max: Fury Road broke the action-movie barrier a couple of years ago, and movies like Get Out and even the AA winner last year, The Shape of Water, probably wouldn't have received nominations even ten years ago. In addition, it has been a very weak year for Hollywood mainstream film so far, and the rest of the field that will be coming out between now and January 1 looks exceptionally thin. Given the staying power that MI: Fallout will have, I'd say its chances of a nomination are excellent.
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Was good and I'm not a Cruise fan.
Unfortunately we missed everything that was said at the end in the last scene because the fire alarm went off at the theatre. Did we miss anything important?
Unfortunately we missed everything that was said at the end in the last scene because the fire alarm went off at the theatre. Did we miss anything important?
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Well, I went in expecting it to be the best action movie of the decade and left pretty disappointed. Guess I went it expecting too much.
It was a decent action flick, but nothing to write home about. Don't understand massive hype to be honest.
It was a decent action flick, but nothing to write home about. Don't understand massive hype to be honest.
Legit question. What action movies of this decade would you put ahead of it?
