I took a moment to remember how much fun I had watching Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015), before sitting down to Tom Cruise’s latest movie, Mission: Impossible – Fallout.

The action sequences in Fallout are impressive, well-choreographed physical feats. You know, because it’s a Tom Cruise movie.

Yet, there was one moment at the beginning, in the scene with the plutonium, that felt too obvious as an action movie plot device. Specifically, due to its execution. Unfortunately, it was a moment that made me feel less enthused about the rest of the film. 

As the story progressed, I was adequately engaged, but concluded that I probably need to give this franchise a break. That way, when I return, some years from now, it will feel fresh and new again.

In comparison, I definitely had more fun with Rogue Nation. The good news is that Fallout is still a worthy movie. It’s likely telling that what stood out most to me about it is the truly great face Rebecca Ferguson has, rather than a specific, memorable scene or moment of dialogue.

Watch Mission: Impossible – Fallout because it’s good. Who knows, it may even be your favourite.

Happy Film Loving,

G