Turning Japanese: “Lost in Translation,” “Kill Bill Vol. 1” and “The Last Samurai”
We take a look back at the Japan-crazy films of 2003: “Lost in Translation,” “Kill Bill Vol. 1” and “The Last Samurai.”
Mission Creep: “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One”
“Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” trots out many of the old tricks, but the overall vibe is more somber this time around.
Shock and Awe: “Top Gun: Maverick”
“Top Gun: Maverick” is a shameless crowd-pleaser with show-stopping flying sequences that put other blockbusters to shame.
Pure Muscle: “Reacher”
Amazon’s first season of “Reacher” is a creditable stab at presenting the hard-boiled hero from Lee Child’s novels.
All for One: “Mission: Impossible – Fallout”
Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018, Dir. Christopher McQuarrie): The Mission: Impossible movie franchise
Diversionary Tactics: “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation”
Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015, Dir. Christopher McQuarrie): Those who enjoy subtext
Cruise Control: “Mission: Impossible: 3”
“There’s a point where bold becomes stupid.” – Ving Rhames, M:I:3 Nothing