Film critic Sean Patrick reviews Men in Black 3, praising its time-travel twist, Josh Brolin’s uncanny Tommy Lee Jones impression, and the film’s action-packed, alien-filled fun.
As a regional media film critic, I’ve seen my fair share of sequels, but Men in Black 3 manages to surprise and entertain in ways few third installments can. Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones return, but this time around, there’s a twist—Agent K is played mostly by Josh Brolin.
Yes, you read that right. Thanks to a clever time-travel plot, Agent J (Will Smith) must travel back to the 1960s to save his partner, Agent K. In the past, K is portrayed by Josh Brolin—and his impression of a young Tommy Lee Jones is nothing short of astonishing.
Plot Summary
Agent J's (Will Smith) newest case forces him to travel back in time to the start of the Men in Black project. This takes J back to 1969 where he will team up with Agent K (played as a young man by Josh Brolin, doing a perfect Tommy Lee Jones impression), and retrieve a piece of information that is needed to save the world.
What Works
- Josh Brolin is Tommy Lee Jones - Brolin’s performance is so pitch-perfect, it’s as if the filmmakers truly traveled back in time to cast a young Tommy Lee Jones. The mimicry is seamless, and what starts as a novelty quickly becomes completely natural. You forget you’re watching Brolin—he is Agent K.
- Will is Still Will - Will Smith's comic timing and charisma remains top notch
- Tommy Lee Jones - Though his role is more limited this time, still brings weight and gravitas when he’s on screen. He’s as good as ever.
- Not enough Tommy Lee Jones
The film is fast-paced, funny, and full of heart. It delivers exactly what you’d hope for from the franchise:
Spectacular special effects
Clever humor
Wild alien designs
And, of course, the charismatic Will Smith at the center of it all
In short, Men in Black 3 is phenomenal. Whether you’re in it for the nostalgia, the sci-fi action, or the humor, this movie delivers. It’s perfect for a Memorial Day weekend outing—fun for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Rating
⭐ Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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