Mission Impossible: We have ranked all the films in the saga from worst to best

7. mission impossible 3 (2006)

For the third work in the saga, after Brian De Palma and John Woo, Tom Cruise entrusts the screenplay and realization to JJ Abrams. A bet, since it was then his first success for the cinema. It brings what has done well to the series akaprobably a little too much, and it gives a very dark tone to this Mission: Impossible 3. But the staging is often confusing, especially with dazzling effects that spoil the picture, and a readability of the action that leaves something to be desired.

The influence of films like the first two Jason Bourn, in both substance and form – Paul Greengrass’ “shaken” shooting style – is palpable but not adequately assimilated. In this more realistic vein, the action sequences do not appear structural and essential as the DNA of the saga supposes. More interesting idea but ultimately sloppy in its execution, the presence ofan antagonist who carries a contemporary political discourse (Billy Crudup).

However, there is an upside Mission: Impossible 3: the love affair with Julia (Michelle Monaghan), and more generally Ethan Hunt’s relationship with female characters. Another aspect, very successful, no doubt the most charismatic and violent villain of the saga – competing with Solomon Lane -, Owen Davian, wonderfully embodied by Philip Seymour Hoffman. The various comparisons of her with Ethan Hunt are the best sequences of a film which, moreover, leaves only an approximate memory. Far from being a bad action thriller, it is nevertheless the weakest work of the saga, very instructive on how not to make a film Mission Impossible.

6. mission impossible 2 (2000)

With mission impossible 2the saga passes through the hands of a director with a recognizable style: John Woo. Before directing Tom Cruise, the Chinese director excelled in Hong Kong action cinema. And what appeals to his films is his outrageous stylization for filming shots, with slow motion and iconic shots to highlight his actors. Not to mention his strong taste for doves. If it works perfectly flip flop (1997), is much more unequal in mission impossible 2.

However, even though the film was perceived quite badly for a time, can be considered banal and absurdthe passing years make it possible the rehabilitated. The story is simple and effective (first strongly reminiscent The Chained by Alfred Hitchcock), the duo Tom Cruise/Thandiwe Newton is beautiful to see (despite tense reports on set), especially at the end of the second act which starts a race against time. When Nyah injects herself with the virus, the tragedy escalates even as it continues a little romance.

And if John Woo stays pretty wise until then, he can finally do it have fun during the finale. Final twists like the falling of the masks, the moving camera, the extreme stylization of Cruise and the mythical motorcycle race before the happy ending.

5. Mission Impossible: Fallout (2018)

After a masterful arrival in the saga with Rogue nationChristopher McQuarrie (jack socket) continues his prolific collaboration with Tom Cruise on Mission: Impossible – Fallout. A work that proves from its opening to confronts Ethan Hunt with his regrets and existential dilemmasannouncing from the very beginning that he intends to close the opened intrigue with his ex-wife Julia Mission: Impossible 3. The film then deviates from this track to deepen its relationship with Ilsa Faust (Rebecca Ferguson) and evolve the dreaded Solomon Lane Sean Harris as well as his union.

A story that goes in all directions and is lost, the film fails to strike the perfect balance of Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation. Between man and spy, Christopher McQuarrie doesn’t know who to choose and gets bogged down trying too hard to make the two coexist on screen.

However, in this script collapse arise fantastic scenes like the whole Parisian side, from the parachute jump in a stormy sky to the chase through the streets of the capital, passing through a brutal and fierce brawl in the toilets of the Grand Palais. fall also has the merit of introducing the White Widow, mysterious and disturbing queen of the black market played by Vanessa Kirby, who immediately establishes herself as an important character in the universe developed by Christopher McQuarrie.

4. Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (2011)

Before the release of Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol in 2011, Tom Cruise is not in the odor of sanctity in Hollywood and just experienced several complicated years. Oprah Winfrey’s couch hopping to proclaim her love for Katie Holmes, her divorce from Paramount, her promotion of Scientology, and the mixed business results of lions and lambs, Valkyrie AND Night and day they are not useful for his career. It is in this context that the star calls on animation genius Brad Bird (The Iron Giant, The Incredibles) AND put everything on the collective.

More than in any other installment of the franchise, Ethan’s companions were of paramount importance and Tom Cruise doesn’t hesitate to take a step back so that they can exist in ingenious scenes. In addition to the pleasant infiltration of the Kremlin and the dizzying streak in the Burj Khalifa, the last act in Mumbai is perfectly representative of the need to move forward as a team. Brad Bird also brings uplifting humor to some of the saga’s more imaginative and readable action set pieces, like the final fight in a parking lot.

3. Mission Impossible: Showdown Part 1 (2023)

To the extent that each MI work offers a variation of the same theme, or the same recipe, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1 is a symphony orchestra oa gourmet dinner. With unrivaled ambition – the biggest budget and longest running time of an M:I film – the film tells the present day of a dominant action saga, and constantly returns to its past to revisit it, especially Mission Impossible with different mirror sequences.

The large waterfalls, technically superior to those currently built, wink at those that preceded them. The humor is perfectly balanced operate despite the fact that Tom Cruise and his accomplices still assume a strong first degree.

The female characters are in the spotlight and the story sublimates the magnificent relationship Ilsa Ethan brilliantly opened in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation. If the film is not free from some rough passages on its intense scenario, the emotions and sensations are there, with very controlled execution by Christopher McQuarrie.

Both spectacular and almost intimate in its permanent set of references, far more than the last three M:I films, Mission Impossible – The showdown Part 1 he is aware of his own legendary characteras much as Tom Cruise’s.

2. Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation (2015)

First play directed by Christopher McQuarrie, Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation launch a new era in the saga. The director doesn’t have as strong a style as his predecessors, but shows great craftsmanship enough to highlight Tom Cruise great action scenes (the amazing introduction on the plane), only for more peaceful passages. The stage of the Opera is a perfect example. A sequence that refers to The man who knew too much by Alfred Hitchcock and recalls the elegance of the first Mission Impossible.

An elegance that also comes from the talented Rebecca Ferguson in the role of Ilsa Faust. An important character in the franchise and capable of game with Ethan Hunt. But a great action movie also needs a great villain. And for this Solomon Lane is probably the best. Ruthless from his first scene and with a terrifying lust for destruction.

Perhaps these two elements really make the difference. Finally, We are not bored with Mission Impossible: Rogue Nationperfectly paced and with the necessary dose of humor (thanks to Benji/Simon Pegg).

1. Mission Impossible (1996)

The first Mission Impossible touch to perfection. A spy thriller that plays perfectly with its audience, and like Brian De Palma knows how to do it well. It is enough to see the audacity of the director who, after the first sequence, eliminate all of Ethan Hunt’s team. He thus takes the viewer on the wrong foot by making Jon Voight, Kristin Scott Thomas or even Emilio Estevez disappear after 15 minutes. But if this sequence in Prague is so masterful, it is what it already gives to the viewer all the keys to the rest of the scenario – without him realizing it.

Since, Mission Impossible features a game of make-believe that reaches its climax during the station confrontation between Ethan and Jim (Jon Voight). Jim openly lies to Ethan, who makes him believe he’s falling into his trap while he imagines, in the image, the real unfolding of the initial betrayal. An example of writing and directingas the famous passage arrives in the offices of the CIA a voltage spike. An equally sexual tension thanks to the character ofEmmanuel Beartmagnificent, bringing to the saga his strongest touch of eroticism.

Mission Impossible so it allows dictating the rules of the films of the saga. Espionage and action mix, masks and betrayals reshuffle the cards, without forgetting Tom Cruise’s empowerment and the logical influence of Hitchcock’s cinema. Nothing to throw away or change.

Source: Cine Serie

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