I didn’t care for it. Not much “patriotic” about it, honestly. Was distracted by the forced diversity, odd and unfeasible romantic interest, and ridiculous and repetitive plot that will immediately make you think of Star Wars IV. Also, I was never moved much by the music video original, which was certainly entertaining but not deep, so the “tearjerker scene” with Iceman didn’t move me at all. The best part of the film was the aerial choreography, which was top notch.
I didn’t like it either…
Cruise breaks character with an intro thanking the audience…should be done at the end.
Quick cut shots and stupid music.
Lousy romance plot.
Star Wars for sure.
It could have been more cerebral with a better plot…like taking out the NORKS.
The carrier shots and in flight scenes were the best part.
What was unfeasible about the romantic part. Granted, “Penny” was a little long in the tooth for Maverick. Maverick’s girlfriends should be in their mid 30’s - 40 tops