Movie review: Mile 22

 A top team of American intelligence officers attempts to smuggle a sensitive political prisoner with important information out of Indonesia. Instead, their own struggle for survival becomes the mission.

Mark Wahlberg (Silva), Lauren Cohan (Alice), Iko Uwais (Li), John Malkovich (Bishop), Ronda Rousey (Snow), Carlo Alban (William), Natasha Goubskaya (Vera), Sam Medina (Axel), Keith Bolden (King).

Mile 22 begins by quickly showing us what Silva and his team do for a living. Fast forward a bit and we find Silva and his team being sent to Indonesia to extract a witness with sensitive information. The witness however is more than he seems, and apparently worth more than he pretends as Silva and team are now on the defensive and fighting to survive. Along the way there are a few diversions, some drama, and a lot of Wahlberg with too much caffeine.

Acting was good with Wahlberg delivering a fast paced performance for which he has become known. Cohan was a solid choice and delivered nicely. Uwais was also well cast and fit his role well. Malkovich, Rousey, and the remainder of the supporting cast were solid and enjoyable.

Camera work, sets, and backgrounds were well done with a realistic look and feel. Use of natural scenery was good as well. Physical effects were well done with good detail and impact. Dialogue was good with nice depth and movement. Sound and soundtrack are on point.

In the end, Mile 22 is another solid action thriller from Wahlberg and Director Peter Berg. The film quickly develops energy and engagement before taking a beat to develop depth, holding attention fairly well the entire time.

With some mild sexuality, plenty of brutal violence and gore, and a small ton of foul language, good luck keeping this one away from younger teens, though they should be fine.

Released: 2018
Reviewed: 12.31.20
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Action, Thriller, Spy films, Espionage, Military

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