Fans can never truly predict the exact direction of a sequel, but the clues often lie in analyzing what worked in the original. One of the standout elements of “Mile 22” was undoubtedly its villain. Iko Uwais portrayed Li Noor, who served as Alice Kerr’s (Lauren Cohan) informant in the fictional Asian country of Indocarr. Uwais was cast due to his impressive and career-defining role as the lead in “The Raid.” Whenever Noor found himself in situations requiring him to fight his way out, the entire movie came to life. Given the significant deaths of major characters in “Mile 22,” fans should consider themselves fortunate that Noor becomes entangled in a Russian conspiracy and manages to outsmart James Silva (Mark Wahlberg).
If a sequel were to be made, the most logical direction would likely involve James Silva’s pursuit of Noor. Even critics of the film acknowledged Noor’s impactful performance as the original’s strong point, making it sensible for the sequel to delve further into his character. Moreover, the outcome of Noor’s actions, particularly his potential involvement in Alice’s death, remains ambiguous.
In the final scenes, James Silva is shown briefing the CIA about Noor’s betrayal, hinting that he might have the CIA’s full support. Considering Noor’s connections with the Russian forces, the stakes would likely be even higher in the next installment. The sequel could also take its time to expand Silva’s world, providing glimpses of the franchise’s future potential.
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