Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One

Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) is once again grappling with an impossible mission: to stop a dangerous artificial intelligence that threatens the whole world. To do this, he will have to face old and new enemies, betrayals and plot twists, and above all his own physical and mental limits. Together with his team, made up of Benji (Simon Pegg), Luther (Ving Rhames), Ilsa (Rebecca Ferguson) and Julia (Michelle Monaghan), Ethan will have to recover the key that allows access to the AI, before it falls into the hands wrong. But who really is the puppeteer behind this threat? And what does the mysterious “Dead Reckoning” code hide?

 Mission Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning Part One is the penultimate chapter of the most famous spy saga in cinema, which sees Tom Cruise once again in the role of agent Ethan Hunt. The film is directed by Christopher McQuarrie, who has already signed the previous two episodes, Rogue Nation and Fallout, bringing the series towards an ever higher level of quality and spectacularity.

 The film is presented as an adrenaline thriller, full of action, suspense and twists. The action scenes are shot with skill and realism, thanks also to the fact that Cruise personally performs his stunts, putting his safety at risk. Between motorbike chases, plane jumps, hand-to-hand combat and shootings, the film leaves the viewer breathless, who is dragged into a whirlwind of emotions.

 The storyline is complex and tangled, but not too confusing or predictable. The film manages to maintain the interest and curiosity of the audience, thanks also to the well-characterized and interpreted characters. In addition to the charismatic Cruise, the female figures of Rebecca Ferguson and Michelle Monaghan stand out, giving depth and nuance to their roles. Even the supporting actors are well calibrated, such as Simon Pegg and Ving Rhames, who offer moments of humor and levity.

 However, the film also has flaws, which limit its value. The main one is the villain, or the artificial intelligence that wants to destroy the world. It is an abstract and not very credible enemy, which fails to create real tension or fear in the viewer. The idea of a sentient and omnipotent AI has already been exploited in other films, and here it appears unoriginal and banal. Furthermore, the film seems to have a certain critical vein towards technology and the internet, which is seen as a threat to humanity. This contrasts with the fact that Cruise himself uses technology to stay young and performing, and to promote his cinema.

 Another flaw is the length of the film, which exceeds two and a half hours. The film could have been leaner and more dynamic, avoiding some superfluous or repetitive scenes. Furthermore, the film ends with a cliffhanger that leaves the viewer in suspense, waiting for the second part. This can be frustrating for those who want to see a finished and satisfying story.

 In conclusion, Mission Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning Part One is a spectacular and engaging action film, which confirms the skill of Cruise and McQuarrie in the spy genre. However, the film also has limitations in the plot and in the villain, which reduce its emotional and intellectual impact. However, it is a film to be seen at the cinema, to enjoy the action scenes on the big screen and to follow the adventures of Ethan Hunt.