Sunday, December 18, 2011

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol ***

For me, with "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" the magic is back. The plot, the schemes, the disguises, the daring feats, the dazzling technology, the improvisation when the technology doesn't quite function as planned are all back. Shot entirely with IMAX cameras, the locations are stunning, sometimes breath-taking. This one is great fun, with just enough twists and turns. Tom Cruise is in top form, and seems quite relaxed and comfortable in the role. Cruise has been conspicuous by his absence on the promo circuit for this movie, but I think now it's safe for him return if he wants to. Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, and Paula Patton all fit in to the new Force supplying the requisite brainy brawn, humor, and cool sex, although not always in that order. This is what a fun action movie should deliver.

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