Movie Notes: The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015)

Vintage chic from the 60's in the backdrop of the cold war, The Man from U.N.C.L.E fell short in action in comparison to previously released spy films like Kingsman and MI: Rogue Nation but it was undeniably a visually appealing flick.

Set in 1963 in the midst of the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the US, professional thief turned CIA special agent Napoleon Solo (Henry Cavill), rescues Gaby Teller (Alicia Vikander) as Illiya Kuryakin (Armie Hammer) a KGB agent pursues them. Later on, they find out that they will be working together for a collaborative mission between Soviets and Americans.  The three travels to Rome to infiltrate the Vinciguerras, a fanatical wealthy couple who have kidnapped Gaby's father to build a nuclear arsenal. 

The film was visually appealing with its actors and setting.  This quality seemed to backfire a little since Cavill's "suaveness" was too much at some points and has made some scenes lose its comic relief. But like I said, the sense of style of the film was enough to enthrall and amuse its audience.

What was interesting for me in its screenplay is the use on montages in the pre-climax scenes instead of the usual unnecessary shower of blood and gunfire on hordes of security people, a staple from spy films. 

It was passive-aggressive in its sequences and the villains seemed too comical. It was confusing whether to take it lightly or seriously in some ways.

Although towards the end it insinuates having a sequel, from what the box office says it would need more effort for its producers to brave up and take a chance for one more.



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