Pop Culture Happy Hour Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning And What's Making Us Happy
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May 23, 2025 Chris Klemek, a seasoned writer, joins the discussion to dissect the latest Mission: Impossible film. They explore Ethan Hunt's latest battle against a world-threatening AI and debate the film's balance of action and emotional stakes. There’s also a critical take on the franchise’s pacing and character depth. The conversation takes a turn towards Broadway with insights from the documentary 'Every Little Step,' and celebrates Pixar's legacy with a ranking of its films in honor of Toy Story's anniversary. A lively blend of film critique and nostalgic joy!
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Stunts Over Storytelling
- Mission: Impossible: The Final Reckoning hinges primarily on Tom Cruise's iconic stunts and action sequences.
- The film's early exposition drags, but intense set pieces make the investment worthwhile.
Confusing Editing Challenges
- The film's editing style is confusing, especially in the first hour with unclear flashbacks.
- This disrupts narrative flow and demands patience from viewers to get invested.
AI Villain and Tone Issues
- The movie is overly serious and portentous, lacking fun in the first hour.
- The villainous AI concept feels ordinary and insufficiently engaging to create emotional stakes.
