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Reviewed by Chris McEneany, 1st November 2008
Not at all the Bond of the old days, Daniel Craigs interpretation now thunders out of the camp excesses of the past, but somehow leaves a fair chunk of the essential charm behind at the same time. Now I, personally, dont mind this. But there is a considerable danger that if the reboot doesnt learn to embrace a bit more of its established culture then it will swiftly degenerate into just another series of action movies. Bond is so much more than that, but the evidence that his former beguiling, cocksure self is slipping away is certainly there to see on the big screen with Quantum Of Solace.</p>Ironically, that elusive element that many will feel is missing from this instalment can be identified by the films very title. For here, there simply is no tangible quantum of solace for the film simply refuses to slow down, or to take any prisoners. But, be that as it may, Bond is on fine explosive form and this proves, if ever there had been shred of doubt, that Daniel Craig was born to play this role.
Ultimately, this is NEW BOND and, as such, when held up against the character's own genre and traditions, it comes up short. But, when you understand and accept the required evolution that he has gone through, there can be no argument that NEW BOND is a clear winner. I don't think the film is quite as good as Casino Royale, therefore I am awarding it 8 out of 10. But this is an incredibly strong 8 out 10, folks.
Enormously recommended.
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Not at all the Bond of the old days, Daniel Craigs interpretation now thunders out of the camp excesses of the past, but somehow leaves a fair chunk of the essential charm behind at the same time. Now I, personally, dont mind this. But there is a considerable danger that if the reboot doesnt learn to embrace a bit more of its established culture then it will swiftly degenerate into just another series of action movies. Bond is so much more than that, but the evidence that his former beguiling, cocksure self is slipping away is certainly there to see on the big screen with Quantum Of Solace.</p>Ironically, that elusive element that many will feel is missing from this instalment can be identified by the films very title. For here, there simply is no tangible quantum of solace for the film simply refuses to slow down, or to take any prisoners. But, be that as it may, Bond is on fine explosive form and this proves, if ever there had been shred of doubt, that Daniel Craig was born to play this role.
Ultimately, this is NEW BOND and, as such, when held up against the character's own genre and traditions, it comes up short. But, when you understand and accept the required evolution that he has gone through, there can be no argument that NEW BOND is a clear winner. I don't think the film is quite as good as Casino Royale, therefore I am awarding it 8 out of 10. But this is an incredibly strong 8 out 10, folks.
Enormously recommended.
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