When an IMF mission ends badly, the world is faced with dire consequences. As Ethan Hunt takes it upon himself to fulfill his original briefing, the CIA begin to question his loyalty and his motives. The IMF team find themselves in a race against time, hunted by assassins while trying to prevent a global catastrophe.
Tom Cruise
Ethan Hunt
Henry Cavill
August Walker
Ving Rhames
Luther Stickell
Simon Pegg
Benji Dunn
Rebecca Ferguson
Ilsa Faust
Sean Harris
Solomon Lane
Angela Bassett
Erika Sloane
Vanessa Kirby
The White Widow
Michelle Monaghan
Julia
Wes Bentley
Erik
Frederick Schmidt
Zola
Alec Baldwin
Alan Hunley
Liang Yang
Lark Decoy
Kristoffer Joner
Nils Debruuk
Wolf Blitzer
Wolf Blitzer
Raphael Acloque
Rowdy Frenchman
Andrew Cazanave Pin
Rowdy Frenchman
Christophe de Choisy
Rowdy Frenchman
Raphael Desprez
Rowdy Frenchman
Jean Baptiste Fillon
Rowdy Frenchman
Maximilian Geller
Rowdy Frenchman
Olivier Huband
Rowdy Frenchman
Vincent Latorre
Rowdy Frenchman
Thierry Picaut
Rowdy Frenchman
Alexandre Poole
Rowdy Frenchman
Guy Remy
Rowdy Frenchman
Alix Bénézech
French Policewoman
Joey Ansah
Henchman
Velibor Topic
Henchman
Dean Ashton
French Policeman
Harvey Djent
DJ Harvey
Grahame Fox
Grand Palais Bouncer
David Mumeni
Marine Sergeant
Charlie Archer
Delivery Man
Caspar Phillipson
The European
Lolly Adefope
Woman at Desk
Ffion Jolly
Woman at Desk
Russ Bain
British Agent
Ross O'Hennessy
British Agent
Nigel Allen
CIA Agent
Tracey Saunders
CIA Agent
Alicia Mencía Castaño
CIA Agent (uncredited)
Lady Conny Sharples
Julie Bar Woman (uncredited)
Jessie Vinning
Navy (uncredited)
Stuart Davidson
Nightclub VIP (uncredited)
Julianne Binard
Paris Guest (uncredited)
Hiten Patel
Train Commuter (uncredited)
Jag Patel
Mourner (uncredited)
Godiva Marshall
Passer-By (uncredited)
Gina Aponte
Lounge Violinist (uncredited)
Robert Ryan
Office Manager (uncredited)
Pamela Cook
Funeral Mourner (uncredited)
Pierre Bergman
Mayor (uncredited)
Director, Writer
Christopher McQuarrie
Author, Original Series Creator
Bruce Geller
July 27, 2018
10
Some things age like fine wine and in the cinematic world the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise is a great example of the adage. Perhaps it has to do with the 56-year-old Tom Cruise who defies age and pushes his physical boundaries for our viewing pleasure? The answer is quite evident in ‘Fallout’ as his Ethan Hunt is as good as a caped superhero in the sixth film of the series. The story isn't all that new with its twists and turns. But ‘Fallout’ manages to build on the previous films in the series by bringing back old friends and foes, besides adding some new ones. Henry Cavill as August Walker fits right into this universe as the hammer to the scalpel that is Ethan Hunt. His presence is looming enough to fill the entire screen whenever he appears. Simon Pegg takes on the status of a series regular alongside Ving Rhames, whose Benji and Luther respectively play more than just mere sidekicks as they add comic levity and heart. Alec Baldwin and Angela Bassett also make a mark in their brief appearances but watch out for impactful turns by Rebecca Ferguson and Michelle Monaghan along the way.
Writer & Director Christopher McQuarrie allows each character to shine while building on their history with each other, thus making them endearing to the audience. This only serves to up the ante when they’re in danger. McQuarrie also lets the story breathe by bringing some calm before the storm hits. Which leads to the most crucial aspect of the series, and one that McQuarrie clearly excels at in this film – the action sequences. Not only are they meticulously planned; they are executed with precision, even when the fist fights are gritty and gruesome. Rob Hardy beautifully choreographs the camerawork following these intricate set-pieces, either allowing you to take in the expanse or bringing you up close and personal when required. This is paired with a soundtrack by Lorne Balfe that lends to the tension by giving the iconic ‘Mission Impossible’ theme a sinister sense of urgency.
McQuarrie has now directed two ‘Mission: Impossible’ films; his understanding of the franchise and its characters proves to be the secret weapon of the series. The fact that the stunts are largely done with practical effects featuring the cast, and most prominently Cruise himself, sets a whole new standard for action films. ‘Mission: Impossible – Fallout’ is a great mix of plot, pacing and performances that is undeniably the best entry in the franchise, while it re-establishes Cruise’s status as an action superstar.
Review by Times of India (TOI) Final Rating - 4.0/5