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Finally saw this on Sky last night. And it was alright but after all the hype I was extremely disappointed. From the way people raved over it I was expecting this great revolutionary new spy film but it wasn't even as good as Ghost Protocol imo. In fact I think I'd put the third film above this one too.
My main issue was that it felt generic. Everything had been done before (even the plane stunt, while very impressive especially considering Cruise did it himself, was basically done by Octopussy over 30 years ago). It bought nothing new to the table. The going rogue plot, complete with stuffy beaurocratic type who doesn't understand that the heroic superspy is actually needed, just felt tedious. The villains, despite a cool introduction, were pretty lacklustre too. Just a Spectre lite organisation (I can see why they moved the release date). It also really dragged for me. Should have been shorter and tighter.
I'm actually being really harsh on the film. It was good. A fun, well made action film with good performances, great stunt work and some genuinely funny moments. I'm only being harsh because my expectations had been set high. From the reviews, and the praise the film recieved on here, I was expecting something genuinely special. Instead it was just more of the same.
As I'm writing this I realise that a lot of these criticisms also apply to Spectre, which I loved. So I'm wondering why it is that I was so disappointed in MI but so happy with Spectre. And I think the difference is that Spectre has 50 years of history to thrive off while Mission Impossible has always at its core just been a Bond rip off anyway. The real thing is allowed to follow a formula, especially when they go all out with it and make it as big and epic as possible and ensuring it still feels fresh modern and relevant (TSWLM, GE, SP), and especially after they spent three films building toward it. Rival franchises like Mission Impossible have to do something to distinguish themselves from it. The Bond formula on its own isn't enough because it's impossible to capture that same magic outside of the Bond franchise.
Imo, this film is to Ghost Protocol what Moonraker is to The Spy Who Loved Me. The first one was a stunningly well made, perfectly paced blockbuster. The second is a bloated follow up that just feels like more of the same, not understanding that part of what made its predecessor so special was how fresh it felt (in 2011 we were still in dark gritty reboot land, so the fun spectacle driven MI:GP was a refreshing change of pace, in 2016, not so much).
I'd say it's a 7 or 8 out of 10. Fun, well made, but nothing really special or groundbreaking.
MI:GP isn't a perfect film either by any means, especially in regards to its villain, who barely shows up to play, and whose motivations hit the cutting room floor, but overall I think it was indeed a better paced action spectacle. MI:RN nearly peaks immediately with the plane sequence, which was too soon and too much far too early. That being said, the opera sequence, some of the chases, Rebecca Ferguson, Benjii and seeing Luther again all make it a great ride to me. I'll definitely need to give it a rewatch soon.
I will say, however, that nothing in MI:RN gives me that same thrill as the Burj Khalifa stunt in GP did, or that car park brawl. Just great, great action. Still, I think we're in great hands with McQuarrie, and if the team keep to the quality of what we've been getting, I think 6 can only get crazier. There's already word that they're going to try some insane stunts they couldn't fit into 5 for 6, so that'll be great to see, as apparently there is some mind-blowing stuff planned.
http://variety.com/2016/film/news/tom-cruise-mission-impossible-6-cinemacon-1201750952/
This 4th installment in the Apes saga takes place in 1991 and is shockingly bad. I fell asleep a couple of times. The latest remakes are built on this one. I much prefer the 21st Century films over this drivel. So disappointed. Ever since reading the brilliant Doug Moench/Alfredo Alcala comics as a kid, I have always thought I was missing out on something. I guess not.
Fox kept cutting budgets for these Apes movies, and it shows. Conquest and Battle are almost dwarfed by the television series in every respect, production design amongst other things. But one thing I must give Conquest is that it's bleak and dour, perfectly in keeping with 70s cinema in general. Tonally it's the logical next step from the grim climax of Escape. If only more capable hands had touched the project, the series could have provided far more compelling stories to take us from the end of Escape back into the future, towards the events of the first film.
Ever since my first watching of the original Apes films, I've been slightly confused by how fast we can go from one ape who talks to an entire society of talking, philosophising, science practising apes. The gap between Conquest and Battle can't be more than, what, ten years? It really should have been a few hundreds of years!
The latest crime/gangster film from South Korea, and it's another excellent film from that country. Obviously, since one of the main actors is none other than Lee Byung-Hun, and he is a beast in this film. Very talkative film, with sudden bursts of insane violence, and with a lot of twists and turns. Keeps you invested and guessing for the entire 3 hour duration. The scope of the plot is huge, a very important film from that part of the world.
Here's the trailer, if you need another reason to check with epic South Korean crime film;
At first I thought this was about the Brexit vote and I. Was expecting David Dimbleby to pop up
But No, this is the third of the Purge movies. A pretty good thriller/chase film, with all the usual
Elements. Nothing new, story wise, but if you liked the first two, you won't be disappointed
Great movie
Loved it, and I agree with many who have said Villenueve should be on EON's radar.
Probably the best film I've seen so far this year.
And yep, definitely agree about the director. Handles actors, action and suspense very well.
This film was one of the best cinematic experiences I've had, when I discovered it back in 2010. And it never fails to knock my socks off each time I rewatch it. Fantastic cast, hugely interesting plot, a killer soundtrack by Zimmer, and some thrilling action scenes (I love the foot chase in Mombasa). My favorite character in the film is Tom Hardy's Eames, a really cool, badass guy that seems to be having a lot of fun, and he has some great one liners.
Best film of that year.
Yeah that Mombasa sequence is excellent. Love that bit when Di Caprio squeezes through that alley!
Favourite scene though is when Di Caprio tries to talk his wife out of committing suicide in the flashback sequence. So tragic and brilliantly acted.
A fun and funny film!
A definite top 10 film of all time for me. Excellent directing from Cuaron, powerhouse performances from Clive Owen, Julianne Moore, Michael Caine, Peter Mullen, Chiwetel Ejiefor, a highly clever and interesting story, a killer soundtrack and some sequences that are out of this world: the escape from the barn is, to this day, the most intense sequence I have ever seen, and the climax with the uprising of the refugee camp is also breathtaking (including a highly impressive single-shot sequence).
A nice little film by John Carpenter and one of the few I hadn't seen of his yes. Apart from Karen Allen acting like she's perpetually doped up, this film is fairly faultless in my opinion. The story is simple yet sweet and Bridges amazes me as the ultimate nice guy. A little E.T., a little Close Encounters and one of Carpenter's most careful directing jobs ever turn STARMAN into an enjoyable, warm film.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Ultimate Edition I have watched this twice since last night, I still can not believe some the the stuff in this film is actually on screen. This film still has issues though I personally overall love it, the Great moments in this film are Great! Cavil though obviously is inspired by Brosnan's pain face. :))
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Directors cut Wow I am not worthy this looks better than the theatrical version on BD, one of my all time favorite movies and I am very happy with this. ^:)^
Good film. Some good songs and a very good performance by Eddie Murphy.
Wall Street (1987) is the last movie I watched. Pretty solid drama flick.
one of the worst movies I have ever seen in my life.
Great film and fantastic music.
yes - part of the rare, truly great trilogy of movies..
fistfull of dollars
for a few dollars more
the good, the bad, and the ugly
Wall Street is one of my favourite Oliver Stone films, @FoxRox
Great performances from Michael Douglas and Charlie Sheen.
The Bluray is crap though. Doesn't look HD at all!
Sorry only half a post there. The Dollars trilogy beats Once upon a time hands down for me. Best of the three...For a few dollars more especially the late great Van Cleef. What charisma that guy had
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