"Man from U.N.C.L.E." is fun, with a mix of cheeky attitude and hard-edged story. It feels a lot like Kingsman: The Secret Service with Colin Firth, which premiered earlier this year. This version, based on the 60s television show, chronicles the birth of U.N.C.L.E. (United Network Command for Law and Enforcement) and explains how two such unlikely and seemingly mismatched spies, American Napoleon Solo (Harry Cavill) and Russian Illya Kuryakin (Armie Hammer) become partners. It also introduces their boss, Waverly (Hugh Grant). Director Guy Ritchie has a deft hand, allowing things to move at a rapid pace while maintaining a light, sometimes humorous, tone. The look of the film is authentic 1960s and there are several 'easter eggs' for fans of the original TV series. However, I was expecting a cameo from the original cast members, Robert Vaughn and David McCallum, which didn't happen. The film ends where the TV series began and holds promise of more stories to come. And a sequel would be welcomed assuming Guy Ritchie continues to direct, the stories are as good and the chemistry between Cavill and Hammer is emphasized.
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