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Popspotting #191: “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol” (Jan. 9, 2012)
We weren’t quite sure what to tackle for Movie Monday this week, but we picked up a strong signal from our listeners that the latest “Mission: Impossible” film was worth a look (including thumbs up from Matt on Facebook and Jeffrey on Twitter). So even though Tom Cruise and friends have been dominating the box office for more than four weeks, we headed out to the nearest multiplex to check out “Ghost Protocol.”
This fourth installment in the series finds IMF Agent Ethan Hunt in a dark place, as he’s joined by Benji (Simon Pegg), Jane (Paula Patton), and William (Jeremy Renner). The team must face off against Russian baddie Kurt Hendricks (Michael Nyqvist), without the considerable resources of the Impossible Missions Force.
“Ghost Protocol” was directed by Brad Bird, and is his first live-action film. It was produced by J.J. Abrams and Bryan Burk, both “LOST” alums. Does this impressive pedigree deliver a worthwhile action spy caper?
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Hey guys, great discussion on MI:GP. Â Ryan, you were saying that Paula Patton reminded you of a bunch of other actresses? Â The first time I saw the trailer I thought it was Zoe Saldana, so that’s another comparison. Â Overall I thought your analysis was great and even though it wasn’t a perfect movie, it was a very fun romp with amazing visuals and a great first outing for Brad Bird as a live action director.
Keep up the good work.
Dave Nelson (TheInterDave)