Tom Cruise Welcomed as First Passenger at Abu Dhabi International Airport's New Terminal

Tom Cruise returned to Abu Dhabi International Airport today in style, and he filmed key scenes of the movie at the Midfield Terminal.

The film will premiere tonight at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental.

The highly anticipated seventh installment of the Mission: Impossible series arrived on the inaugural flight at Abu Dhabi International Airport's new Midfield Terminal. Tom Cruise debuted a custom Mission: Impossible Livery on an Etihad Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner to celebrate the film. Etihad, the official airline for the film, will carry the branding of the movie on this aircraft when it flies worldwide.

Midfield Terminal, the iconic building in the movie was decorated with the same theme. One of the most exciting and technically challenging action scenes were shot on its 315-metre roof.

When the movie is released in cinemas, on July 13, 2023, it will be the first time the interior of the terminal has been seen by the general public. Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One features specially-built airport sets, such as an Etihad Lounge and scenes in the Liwa Desert.

Elena Sorlini said: "We are delighted to welcome Tom Cruise, the cast and crew of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One back to Abu Dhabi. We're proud of our role in the film and our contribution to Abu Dhabi as a destination that attracts global talent. The scenes showcased in the movie are a testament to the architecture, scale and design of the iconic Midfield Terminal, which is inspired by the cultural elements of Abu Dhabi."

Antonoaldo Neves said: "Partnering with Mission: Impossible is a great testament to destination Abu Dhabi and what it has to offer. I couldn't be prouder of Abu Dhabi and our team in showcasing the unique attractions of the emirate, our new airport and Etihad in the movie."

The scenes at the Midfield Terminal were filmed over seven days, with 762 actors, crew members and suppliers. It took 21 days to prepare and film. It is the second Mission: Impossible film to be shot in Abu Dhabi. In 2018, a HALO Sky-diving Scene was filmed in the emirate, with the help of the UAE Military, Abu Dhabi Film Commission and Twofour54.

 

Source: breakingtravelnews.com