Must watch movie!

Rating: 8/10 (5 October 2012)

You would think with a title like called "Mission Impossible," that it would be regarded as a failed mission before it even begins. So far we have learned over the last decade that the words "Mission Impossible" do not apply to the character Ethan Hunt, and in Mission: Impossible, Ghost Protocol, there is no compromise. Ethan Hunt, played by Tom Cruise, in this action packed thriller, does an amazing job at creating a subtle, but ferocious character. As we've seen through the previous installments, this one being the fourth, it is clear to see the transition from recklessness to maturity by the character Ethan Hunt. He has a certain style that he has adhered to, which has poised a very vibrant leader. The story which begins with Ethan in jail, leads to the mission of stopping a terrorist, by the name of Kurt Hendrix, also known as "Cobalt," from getting access to nuclear launch codes that would start a nuclear war between USA and Russia. Before the codes were to be given to Hendrix, they were intercepted by an assassin female, Lea Seydoux, who held the codes for ransom for the finest diamonds available. Ethan and his team had to figure out a way to intervene and get the launch codes before Hendrix who is planning a terrorist attack on the United States. The movie entails where Ethan, Jane, Benji, and William chase Hendrix from Moscow through Dubai into India. Hendrix had gotten aware of Ethan and his crew, and then he bombed the Kremlin in Russia and framed Ethan. Now without the support of US Government, Ethan and his team must clear their names without being compromised, hence the title "Ghost Protocol." The director, Brad Bird, has had undeniable chemistry working alongside with Cruise. The cinematography and careful attention to detail has crafted this particular movie to stand out from the rest. By filming in places such as Budapest, Moscow, Dubai and India, it has really taken to light the monuments and key features of each location. The writers were astonished when Cruise decided to do part of his own stunts, like running down the Burj Khalifa! The camera angles and vivid colors provide great detail and promote Ethan as a saviour by allowing viewers to view him as a hero when the camera angles are shot at a low upward – facing direction to get the full body of Ethan in the frame, monumental so to speak. The technology used in this movie is unbelievable, from futuristic cars, wall climbing gloves, facial recreation tools, and magnetic suits, there is nothing shy of extraordinary here. Throughout the movie, it is easy to recognize hints and clues to previous Mission Impossible movies in the series, from the walling climbing abilities, falling from the ceiling but landing safely, use apple products, and Ethan's wife. Ghost Protocol, which was released on December 21, 2011, has more than quadrupled its budgeted amount at the box office, but don't take the word of the millions who have watched it, and experience the thrill for yourself.