Ribbon Mission Impossible: Death Sentence. Part 1 He comes to celebrate the importance of the franchise he belongs to in cinema. Not only as one of the most popular action films. One day, a milestone of great importance in the genre and even in cinema as a mass spectacle. Tom Cruise, who has become the standard-bearer of the theatrical experience, has promised fans of Ethan Hunt’s adventures a terrific film. But besides this, a reunion with the ability of the seventh art to excite, stir and surprise.
Of course, since the premiere in 1996, the saga Mission impossible, was marked by a peculiar twist on the secret agent theme. Based on the television series of the same name that aired between 1966 and 1973, the various scenarios explore intrigue and espionage in an ambiguous terrain. In addition to secret plans and increasingly complex strategies to avoid the attack of dangerous enemies throughout the world, the main focus is on agents. In particular, the team that commands Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise), who is obliged to intervene in situations of extremely high risk to peace and stability in the West.
How are the stories related to each other? we leave you a guide that will allow you to understand how the tapes end in an interesting story, which will reach its peak in the seventh part. And also what you need to know when analyzing its context and what you can expect from the future eighth tape, which will close – for now – the cycle of stories.
Mission impossibleBrian DePalma
Released in 1996, it was a real box office and critical success. Directed by Brian De Palma, Agent Hunt’s journey through betrayals and the shifting terrain of dual identities has been given the author’s meaning. It’s closer to a dark version of James Bond than the television production it came from, with a tight script full of side readings. Also iconic was the scene of Tom Cruise teetering in the CIA security room and about to be discovered by his enemies.
The story is about how The power of an impossible mission (IMF) is trying to get a secret list of undercover agents. This, stolen by a traitor in the agency, becomes the trigger for understanding the extent of the infiltration they are suffering from. As the mission progresses, Hunt is accused of hacking into the system and is tracked down, leading to him discovering the identity of the real culprit in the heist. On the record, the first appearance of a hacker Luther Stickell (Ving Rhames).
mission impossible 2John Woo
The film was released in theaters in 2000 and was a disappointment. Especially for completely changing the aesthetic style and way of telling their predecessor. While De Palma preferred a dense, complex and nuanced atmosphere, the new director focused on visual spectacle. But especially in the dazzling action scenes, most of which are of little importance in the plot. What hit the tape, on a frenzied journey through the world, without much weight or narrative interest.
In the story, Ethan Hunt teams up with an art thief. ya hall (Thandie Newton) to stop a dangerous terrorist. Sean Ambrose(Dougray Scott), stole a sample of a deadly virus Chimeracapable of killing millions of people in a matter of days.
But apart from his destructive ambitions, there is a subtext associated with the intention to cause irreparable chaos. Which he does, Agent Hunt must find a way to not only stop him, but also prevent his followers from becoming enemies on the hunt.
mission impossible 3JJ Abrams
In 2006, the saga returned much more mature and with some of the most recognizable elements of the future. WITH Ethan Hunt retired and became the new talent coach at the agency IM F, the film reimagines parts of the franchise. But also for the first time, he gives context to his protagonist. An agent, currently not in active service, seeks to Julia (Michelle Monaghan) and is planning a quiet life.
But all of the above crumbles when Owen Davian (Philip Seymour Hoffman) kidnaps Julia. In addition, he threatens to use a mysterious weapon whose purpose or use is never revealed called the “White Rabbit”. Which forces Hunt not only to get back into action, but also to face the possibility that the hostage could die due to any of his mistakes.
With a more thoughtful script and attention to the protagonist’s emotional line, the film is considered one of the best in the saga. The cast also includes Simon Pegg, Laurence Fishburne and Keri Russell.
Mission Impossible – Ghost ProtocolBrad Bird
The feature film, released in 2011, restores the ambiguous and unsettling mystery tone of its first film. Actually, Ethan Hunt and his team are again accused of treason, for which their actions are outlawed for most of the plot. What gives the film its poignancy and its best moments is when it explores the perception of a group of agents as the targets of a dangerous strategy.
The first part of the feature film is dedicated to the capture of a terrorist. Kurt Hendrix (Michael Nykvist). The intention of this is to start a nuclear war to destroy the world and create a new one from the rubble. But soon history crosses the line between political pressure and inevitable decisions when the American government must decree Ghost Protocol. And this means that Agent Hunt and his entourage, accused of provoking a terrorist attack, no longer receive support from IM F and American power.
The film is also famous for the iconic scene in which Tom Cruise hangs from the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world at the time. At the same time, he introduced Jeremy Renner to the regular cast, introducing a new and important character. This has led to speculation as to whether he will replace Tom Cruise as the main character in future stories.
Mission Impossible: Rogue NationChristopher McQuarrie
The fifth part of the saga was released in 2015 and included a mysterious criminal organization known as Union. What is considered some kind of dark version IM Fendangers the internal security of various countries. Therefore, Hunt and his group must face his many tentacles and fight to stop him from carrying out his ruthless plans.
With another iconic scene that shows Hunt in a thrilling motorcycle chase through the streets of Marrakesh, the film gives the saga a sense of continuity. In addition, it includes elements that allow us to understand how various conspiracies of power unexpectedly affect world stability. The script explores the importance of perceiving influence, politics and especially loyalty in a corrupt world.
Mission: Impossible: FalloutChristopher McQuarrie
Film that precedes Mission Impossible: Death Sentence. Part 1, was released in 2018. With a particularly intense storyline and considered the most mature in the franchise, it follows Ethan Hunt and his team as they face a global threat. Moreover, the undoubted possibility of a large-scale catastrophe. Which will make him try to recover the three plutonium cores stolen by the Los Apostoles terrorist group.
Already established as a franchise with specific characteristics, this is the first film to include direct elements of the above in its story. Also, think about the nature of modern evil and how it can be understood from a purely political perspective. Which completely turns the argument from an action movie into a more nuanced take on violence and collective paranoia.
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