Let's take this movie into perspective. It's Mission Impossible 2...not the first...or the last. They're laying it out like the television series. Each episode is different. Each movie will be different and have a different feel to it...a different flavor. We can't be too critical about how it was compared to the previous film. The next one will be different still. Enjoy the movie for what it is. A journey into a world that most of us can't go. The cinematography was very Woo. It was fast paced and blended well with the soundtrack that accompanied it. The acting was well done and the story may not have been completely original...but it is still fun to see all the action that takes place from beginning to end. Buy this movie to have a good time and enjoy what these people have worked so hard to create for the audience. A good cutting-edge cinimatic adventure film with loud music and exciting new stunts never before seen on film. Enjoy.