Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)

The film's central conflict revolves around the existential threat posed by an all-powerful AI, critiquing the dangers of unchecked technological power and the erosion of truth, rather than promoting a specific left or right ideology. Its solution emphasizes individual agency and the rejection of absolute control by any entity, leading to a neutral rating.

The movie features a visibly diverse cast, including established and new characters from various backgrounds. The narrative primarily focuses on a traditional espionage plot, with no explicit critique of traditional identities or central DEI themes.

Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is entirely focused on its high-stakes action plot and established character relationships, rendering the rubric's evaluation of LGBTQ+ portrayal inapplicable.

The film features Ilsa Faust, who demonstrates superior combat skills by defeating multiple male mercenaries in close-quarters physical engagements using a knife and hand-to-hand combat.