Review of Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018) by Jj T — 21 Aug 2018

Probably tops any previous outing in the franchise for its ridiculousness and its twisty nature, but if it's not utterly bonkers, are you really watching a 'Mission: Impossible'? With the return of McQuarrie to the helm, we have, arguably, the most enjoyable 'Mission: Impossible', and for me, perhaps the most exciting action film since 'The Raid 2'.

At this stage, this is truly a pleasant surprise, and despite feeling a tad heavy on the plot exposition, it is full of so much practical stunt work and chase sequences echoing classics from 'The French Connection' to Nolan's 'Batman' series, some on-point charm and humour, and stunning location shooting, it's still a joy.

In time, the extended sequence of Tom Cruise running around London's rooftops and bridges will be a staple-point in cinema. It may not carry the same ground-breaking weight as Gene Hackman driving after a train at full speed, but it is very similar to that scene in spirit, and carries in its DNA the same sense of gritted determination (As with Hackman's Doyle, you really are rooting for Ethan all the way!), as well as showing off a post-millennium London in beautiful, proud glory, so as to make for a classic moment in film history - Guaranteed!