Terribly Overrated and Dull

Rating: 5/10 (10 January 2016)

I was actually pretty excited for this one because of the good reviews it got. This movie came out the year I was born, and my parents watched it while I was an infant. They told me they fell asleep during it. I finally watched the movie myself when I was 13, and I must say, I can see why.
This movie is mostly just a snooze-fest. The plot is very convoluted with a very predictable twist and the slow pace makes it even harder to get into. The lack of action for most of the running time also makes it really boring.
It really takes off in the final 10 minutes, however. The climax on the train is as exciting as it gets and practically saves the film.
Tom Cruise was good as Ethan Hunt. He certainly knows how to be the man of action. Many the supporting performances are also good. It's just a shame they didn't have a more coherent script to work with.
Overall, I was extremely disappointed. Tom Cruise, the great cinematography, and the thrilling climax are what save the film from being a dud.
RATING: C