What really drives Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol is the quality of the action. This is the type of old-school, smart, non-stop entertaining action film that isn't made nearly as much now-a-days. Every sequence is done on such a grand scale that it captivates the audience and takes their breath away. The much-talked about scene in which Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) jumps out of a 100-story plus building completely lives up to the hype. It's one of the most exhilarating scenes not only in a 2011 film, but any action film ever. Though the action is the main attraction, Ghost Protocol is also a very-well made film. Brad Bird shines in his live-action directing debut. He has a great sense for directing, he manages all the gigantic action scenes with ease. I hope he continues to direct live-action films. He brings the same brilliance that be brings to animation to live-action. The new cast additions around Cruise are also solid. Jeremy Renner's character make for a good number 2 and Paula Patton is a believable female action star. That being said, Simon Pegg gives the standout performance in the film. He is hilarious as always and seeing him getting a much bigger role than in the third film was awesome. The only thing preventing Ghost Protocol from being completely amazing is the lack of a strong villain. All of the villains are paper-thin and really don't do anything at all. It was kind of a buzzkill when everything else about this film is so strong.
Ghost Protocol is a thrilling blockbuster. This will sure to please. The action scenes are big, loud, and exciting. Ghost Protocol is a full-fledged revival of the franchise. It's my favorite installment of the series so far and I hope they make another one after the success of Ghost Protocol. Ghost Protocol is a very entertaining spectacle of a film that is perfect for the holiday blockbuster season.
4/5 Stars
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