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You don't go to watch a Mission Impossible film expecting an out-of-the-world story. You know it's the same "good vs evil" story. But Wait....if u have watched the previous movies in the series, you would probably know how they all were engaging: a pacy screenplay, thrilling action set pieces coupled with the background score and good acting. Although I have not watched the first 3 film's in the series (which is not a must), i still enjoyed Ghost protocol, mainly for that vertigo inducing Burj Khalifa scene, and Rouge Nation. So the expectations for the 6th installment was tremendous. So, does it meet the expectations? The answer in short is a big "YES". But before going further, the plot...

Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) is back for his next mission, which is to track down the terrorist organisation, The Apostles, and it's leader John Lark who is still unknown. He is also given the information that Soloman Lane (Sean Harris) (from the previous film) has a direct connection to The Apostles and John Lark. With him on his mission are August Walker ( Henry Cavil), a CIA agent tasked to look upon Ethan, former agents Benji Dunn (Simon Pegg) and Luther ( Ving Rhames) and an MI6 agent Ilsa Faust ( Rebecca Ferguson). How they uncover the conspiracy forms the rest of the film...

As I said before, the story is nothing new. But the screenplay is racy and thrilling and doesn't give you a moment to blink. The action scenes are the mainstay of the film. Not even one set piece were felt unnecessary. Let it be the fist fight in the restroom, the thrilling bike chase in Paris, that footchase in London or the climax action in Kashmir, all were spectacularly shot and a treat to watch in 3D. The movie also has a whole lot of twists which were engaging. The editing was tight. The background score was pulsating. The director, Christopher McQuarrie, has done a great job. A hatts off to him.

Now to the performances. Tom Cruise has done a great job as Ethan Hunt, the most lovable rouge agent, and even at the age of 56 , does all the stunts with such ease. Henry Cavil was good in the given role and was at par with Tom. Simon Pegg is as always good, so is Ving Rhames. Sean Harris puts a good show. Vanessa Kirby has nothing much to do but the same can't be said for Rebecca Ferguson. The rest of the cast make their presence felt.

So all in all this is a must watch in the series after Ghost Protocol. Make sure you make time for it.

My rating : 4/5

Ant man and the Wasp, directed by Peyton Reed, is a fun filled adventure and exactly the kind of popcorn entertainment. Now after Infinity War, you expect a movie coming after it from the MCU to be a masterpiece. But Ant man and the Wasp, a little more superior to its predecessor, is about shrinking heroes, but also proves that size "really" doesn't matter.

Now to the plot....Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and his daughter Hope (Evangaline Lily) Is on a mission to bring back Janet( Michelle Pfeier), who is Pym's wife, who is stuck in the Quantam Realm. Meanwhile Scot a.k.a Ant man (Paul Rudd) Is under house arrest for violating the Sokovia Accords and for aiding Captain America. How he helps Hope and Hank forms a major part of the story. Meanwhile threat arises in the form of Ghost a.k.a Ava ( Hannah John Kamen) who has something to do with Hank's past..

The screenplay of the film is highly engaging and doesn't bore u even for a minute. The movie had a lot of jokes, thanks to the main trio and Michael Pena as Scott's friend Luis. The action scenes, like the first movie, we're thrilling, funny and most importantly fresh. There is no world destruction thankfully here. The visual effects, background score, editing etc.. we're done neatly.

Now to the performances... The film's soul is the trio of Paul, Michael and Evangeline. Paul is as always dependable. Michael gets a lot to do be it the comedy scenes or the dramatic one's. Evangeline springs a pleasant surprise. She didn't had to contribute much in the last film but here she shows her capability. Michael Pena was really good. Hannah John as the Ghost may not be as menacing as the recently seen villains in the MCU, but still delivers a sincere performance. Michelle Pfeier appears in the concluding moments. The rest of the supporting cast, the old and the new ones , we're good.

So all in all ANT MAN AND THE WASP delivers terrific entertainment. Go for it!!!

My rating : 4.5/5

PS: Wait for the mid-credit scene. It is gonna shock u for sure.....

HE IS BACK!!! And this time he isn't alone. Back in 2016, we saw the rise of an anti - hero, Deadpool, who was foul mouthed but at the same time witty and adorable. So fortunately, the expectations for DP2 will be higher. So how's the film? Let's take a look. But before that the plot... Wade Wilson a.k.a Deadpool is a now a well know mercenary. After the murder of his wife Vanessa, he decides to commit suicide, but is saved in time by Colossus, who in turn asks him to join the X - men. Meanwhile, DP takes the responsibility of protecting a mutant child, Russelles a.k.a Firefist from a time travelling soldier Cable. That's all I can tell u about the plot. The film is however slightly better than the first part. Anyway, that doesn't , mean that it's devoid of R rated violence . There r cuss words, body being teared apart, wire plugged into a#@ and so on. Anyway this is the best superhero movie this year along with Infinity war. The technical parts of the film were all good. Be it the usage of the background score during action scenes or the visual effects, all were done neatly. Dialogues were witty and has a lot of references to the old and latest released films. Action scenes were slick and not overdone. Editing was good , but there was some dragging felt towards the middle portion. Now to the performances. Ryan Reynolds just rocked as Deadpool. His performance is sure to be appreciated. Josh Brolin as Cable was at par with Reynolds. Also the reference to his character, "THANOS" was funny. Another memorable performance was that of Zazie Beetz as Domino. Stefan Kapicic as Colossus had a small role but his scenes with DP are sure to bring in laugh out loud moments. Rest of the supporting cast were good, especially Karan Soni as Dopinder. So all in all, DP 2 is superior than its first part . Go in and have a BLAST..... My rating- 4/5 P.S: Don't miss the mid credit scenes. They r the best seen in recent times....