The plot was excessively intricate and the ending was convoluted. But the strength of "MI5 - The Greater Good" was in the character interactions.
There was a careful unfolding of the relationship of young Calloway with Harry, who served as a surrogate father. The bonding of the characters was effective. Peter Firth's interpretation of "Dirty" Harry was the glue that held the film together.
There were also good locations in London. The camera angles and aerial photography were inventive. There was a great scene on Waterloo Bridge. Even the interior locations were well conceived.
The overall impression of the British intelligence agency was not very favorable, based on this film. There was not only a powerful mole inside, but the underlings marched in lockstep by following orders that were clearly inappropriate and destructive to the bureau.
Overall, the film is recommended for both the characterization and production values.
There was a careful unfolding of the relationship of young Calloway with Harry, who served as a surrogate father. The bonding of the characters was effective. Peter Firth's interpretation of "Dirty" Harry was the glue that held the film together.
There were also good locations in London. The camera angles and aerial photography were inventive. There was a great scene on Waterloo Bridge. Even the interior locations were well conceived.
The overall impression of the British intelligence agency was not very favorable, based on this film. There was not only a powerful mole inside, but the underlings marched in lockstep by following orders that were clearly inappropriate and destructive to the bureau.
Overall, the film is recommended for both the characterization and production values.