the film delivers!
I'm not going to write a full review, but I'll just give you a few thoughts.
1) The film is front loaded with some terrifically enjoyable action sequences, and I'd heard many critics complain about how the film suddenly slows down. Well for me, this was the point where I went from enjoying the film, to loving it. The casino, the locations, the luxurious, romantic atmosphere... and best of all the romance with Vesper. This is where it felt to me like a true Bond film.
2) Emotion. For the first time since.. God knows when... you believe in these characters and you feel for them. The dialogue between Bond and Vesper is charming, witty, playful, and sexy. There is just enough for you to believe that these 2 characters would completely fall for each other. And as the story unfolds, it becomes genuinely touching.
3) Craig exudes
cool. The way he carries himself, the way he walks, the man is just
ing cool
And he is so relaxed in the role, and such a good actor, that he carries off scenes that lesser actors would have just ruined. I can't imagine any previous Bond pulling off the really tender scene in the shower. The man has charisma.
That's all I'll say for now, it really is a brilliant entry in the series.
Edited by kneelbeforezod, 15 November 2006 - 01:00 PM.