This is it! The sequel you’ve been waiting for – part two of our conversation with the amazing Brad Bird! In this installment, we attempt to get to the bottom of those location cards, find out what James Bond movies were an influence, the role “Die Hard” and "Raiders of the Lost Ark" played in the making of the movie, his intention with the Paula Patton/Lea Seydoux fight and how he wanted to end the movie on a VERY different note. Also, find out why you should never use rich people as extras! It’s another wild ride.

This is it! The sequel you’ve been waiting for – part two of our conversation with the amazing Brad Bird! In this installment, we attempt to get to the bottom of those location cards, find out what James Bond movies were an influence, the role “Die Hard” and "Raiders of the Lost Ark" played in the making of the movie, his intention with the Paula Patton/Lea Seydoux fight and how he wanted to end the movie on a VERY different note. Also, find out why you should never use rich people as extras! It’s another wild ride.

This is it! The sequel you’ve been waiting for – part two of our conversation with the amazing Brad Bird! In this installment, we attempt to get to the bottom of those location cards, find out what James Bond movies were an influence, the role “Die Hard” and "Raiders of the Lost Ark" played in the making of the movie, his intention with the Paula Patton/Lea Seydoux fight&nbsp;and how he wanted to end the movie on a VERY different note. Also, find out why you should never use rich people as extras! It’s another wild ride.

40. Brad Bird, Part 2 (Director of ‘Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol’)

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, starts now! Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or a newcomer looking to join the mission, Light the Fuse is your ultimate companion to the “Mission: Impossible” movie franchise. Through exclusive interviews with cast and crew, Superfans Charles Hood (writer/director) and Drew Taylor (film journalist) take you inside the world of Ethan Hunt for an incredible look at the iconic characters, heart-stopping missions, jaw-dropping stunts, and behind-the-scenes secrets that have made this series a global phenomenon. Buy or rent on digital now.
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Your mission, should you choose to accept it, starts now! Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or a newcomer looking to join the mission, Light the Fuse is your ultimate companion to the “Mission: Impossible” movie franchise. Through exclusive interviews with cast and crew, Superfans Charles Hood (writer/director) and Drew Taylor (film journalist) take you inside the world of Ethan Hunt for an incredible look at the iconic characters, heart-stopping missions, jaw-dropping stunts, and behind-the-scenes secrets that have made this series a global phenomenon. Buy or rent on digital now. https://paramnt.us/MissionImpossible

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