Inspired by Brendon's "DAD Quick Reviews" thread*, a one-stop guide to where we all stand on CR.
http://debrief.comma...?showtopic=6164
No discussions, please, just your two cents on the following:
CBn user name:
Favourite Bond film:
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
Least favourite Bond film:
CR rating out of 5:
How many times have you seen CR?:
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Most memorable moment:
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?:
Which part of the film interested you least?:
What surprised you most about the film?:
Most amusing scene in the film:
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:
The film's biggest strengths:
The film's greatest flaws:
Comments:
Collecting our thoughts
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 07:32 PM
CBn user name: clublos (as if you couldn't tell)
Favourite Bond film: currently OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): FRWL
Least favourite Bond film: TMWTGG
CR rating out of 5: Too soon to say
How many times have you seen CR?: 2
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Torture scene
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Bahamas sequence
Which part of the film interested you least?: The ending: okay, the delivery is all wrong, he's not going to introduce himself that way to someone he's about to kill and I guess it's personal but I never liked "The name is..." when he can simply say "Bond. James Bond."
What surprised you most about the film?: The gunbarrel; I knew it was going to be different, but there's just something about seeing the gunbarrel come on the screen when you're watching the new Bond movie that I missed. Whatever, I'll get over it.
Most amusing scene in the film: Winning the Aston Martin
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The way he describes how to make his martini; it was exactly as I pictured it from the novel
The film's biggest strengths: Craig, story, pacing, cinematography, music
The film's greatest flaws: Extended chase scene at beginning, too little emphasis on "The bitch is dead" line
Comments: See above, I won't make a detailed analysis until I've seen it many times.
Favourite Bond film: currently OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): FRWL
Least favourite Bond film: TMWTGG
CR rating out of 5: Too soon to say
How many times have you seen CR?: 2
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Torture scene
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Bahamas sequence
Which part of the film interested you least?: The ending: okay, the delivery is all wrong, he's not going to introduce himself that way to someone he's about to kill and I guess it's personal but I never liked "The name is..." when he can simply say "Bond. James Bond."
What surprised you most about the film?: The gunbarrel; I knew it was going to be different, but there's just something about seeing the gunbarrel come on the screen when you're watching the new Bond movie that I missed. Whatever, I'll get over it.
Most amusing scene in the film: Winning the Aston Martin
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The way he describes how to make his martini; it was exactly as I pictured it from the novel
The film's biggest strengths: Craig, story, pacing, cinematography, music
The film's greatest flaws: Extended chase scene at beginning, too little emphasis on "The bitch is dead" line
Comments: See above, I won't make a detailed analysis until I've seen it many times.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 07:37 PM
CBn user name: icecold
Favourite Bond film: CR
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): CR
Least favourite Bond film: MR
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Most memorable moment: When he first arrives at the ocean club...that whole scene is classic Bond.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The beggining 3rd because I wasn't spoiled by reading the book.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Vesper's death
What surprised you most about the film?: How close it was to the book and the spirit of Fleming's character.
Most amusing scene in the film: The Ocean Club bit.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The casino section and the Vesper romance. That and the ruthlessness and brutal detail of the action.
The film's biggest strengths: Bringing Bond back to the tone and characterization of the novels.
The film's greatest flaws: The way Vesper's end was handled, I understand for a film you need a big ending but I much prefer the book as to how she kills herself.
Comments: Best Bond film ever. Enough said.
Favourite Bond film: CR
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): CR
Least favourite Bond film: MR
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Most memorable moment: When he first arrives at the ocean club...that whole scene is classic Bond.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The beggining 3rd because I wasn't spoiled by reading the book.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Vesper's death
What surprised you most about the film?: How close it was to the book and the spirit of Fleming's character.
Most amusing scene in the film: The Ocean Club bit.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The casino section and the Vesper romance. That and the ruthlessness and brutal detail of the action.
The film's biggest strengths: Bringing Bond back to the tone and characterization of the novels.
The film's greatest flaws: The way Vesper's end was handled, I understand for a film you need a big ending but I much prefer the book as to how she kills herself.
Comments: Best Bond film ever. Enough said.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 07:41 PM
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Favourite Bond film: From Russia With Love / You Only Live Twice
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): From Russia With Love
Least favourite Bond film: The World is Not Enough
CR rating out of 5: 4
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same, better in some places.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected.
Most memorable moment: Vesper drowning herself beneath the waters. It stays with me more than any other image. That, or the moment where she says good-bye to Bond in the hotel lobby, and she just takes him in, sure that it will be the last time she evers sees him.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Hmm. Not sure. Enjoyed all of it and I can't think of one particular stand-out for me.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Uh, the Madagascar chase, though I was still pretty entertained.
What surprised you most about the film?: How fast everything seemed to fly by for its running-time, as well as how beautifully shot it was.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond talking to Vesper on the train.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: "Get the girl out."
The film's biggest strengths: Performances and action.
The film's greatest flaws: A far too action-packed first third.
Comments: Overall, a terrific Bond entry.
Favourite Bond film: From Russia With Love / You Only Live Twice
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): From Russia With Love
Least favourite Bond film: The World is Not Enough
CR rating out of 5: 4
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same, better in some places.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected.
Most memorable moment: Vesper drowning herself beneath the waters. It stays with me more than any other image. That, or the moment where she says good-bye to Bond in the hotel lobby, and she just takes him in, sure that it will be the last time she evers sees him.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Hmm. Not sure. Enjoyed all of it and I can't think of one particular stand-out for me.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Uh, the Madagascar chase, though I was still pretty entertained.
What surprised you most about the film?: How fast everything seemed to fly by for its running-time, as well as how beautifully shot it was.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond talking to Vesper on the train.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: "Get the girl out."
The film's biggest strengths: Performances and action.
The film's greatest flaws: A far too action-packed first third.
Comments: Overall, a terrific Bond entry.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 07:53 PM
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Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale.
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale.
Least favourite Bond film: Die another day.
CR rating out of 5: 5.
How many times have you seen CR?: 1.
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: The best.
Most memorable moment: Every scene with Daniel was memorable.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: All of it.
Which part of the film interested you least?: The little finger part.
What surprised you most about the film?: The amount of Fleming that was actually in it.
Most amusing scene in the film: I'm still amazed how this is the most funniest and most serious James Bond film.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The romance.
The film's biggest strengths: Daniel Craig.
The film's greatest flaws: The set up for the little finger line.
Comments: The best Bond film ever.
Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale.
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale.
Least favourite Bond film: Die another day.
CR rating out of 5: 5.
How many times have you seen CR?: 1.
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: The best.
Most memorable moment: Every scene with Daniel was memorable.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: All of it.
Which part of the film interested you least?: The little finger part.
What surprised you most about the film?: The amount of Fleming that was actually in it.
Most amusing scene in the film: I'm still amazed how this is the most funniest and most serious James Bond film.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The romance.
The film's biggest strengths: Daniel Craig.
The film's greatest flaws: The set up for the little finger line.
Comments: The best Bond film ever.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 07:55 PM
CBn user name (okay, probably this question isn't really all that necessary 
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Favourite Bond film: THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN GUN
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE
Least favourite Bond film: THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH
CR rating out of 5: 3
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Most memorable moment: The torture scene
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The casino game
Which part of the film interested you least?: Miami, which is basically a competent but overextended and numbing action scene almost right after another one.
What surprised you most about the film?: Its intensity, its uncompromising radicalness ("be careful what you wish for", I guess), and its often brilliant visuals.
Most amusing scene in the film: The idea of a team of doctors on standby 24/7 in case a Double-O is injured anywhere in the world.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond and Vesper drinking at the casino ("I wouldn't be very good at my job if I did").
The film's biggest strengths: Craig, and its technical excellence, with Campbell, Meheux, Arnold and others right at the top of their game.
The film's greatest flaws: Overlength, plot holes and various unanswered questions (so how does Bond break into M's place?), and a script that, while it contains some of the best dialogue ever heard in a Bond film, manages to be a bit of a mess.
Comments: An excellent step in the right direction, and certainly a brave and commendable effort by Eon. Falls short of being a solid gold masterpiece, but is nonetheless a film of great and memorable moments. May be rather too dark and too much of a departure from the norm for some.
): LoomisFavourite Bond film: THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN GUN
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE
Least favourite Bond film: THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH
CR rating out of 5: 3
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Most memorable moment: The torture scene
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The casino game
Which part of the film interested you least?: Miami, which is basically a competent but overextended and numbing action scene almost right after another one.
What surprised you most about the film?: Its intensity, its uncompromising radicalness ("be careful what you wish for", I guess), and its often brilliant visuals.
Most amusing scene in the film: The idea of a team of doctors on standby 24/7 in case a Double-O is injured anywhere in the world.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond and Vesper drinking at the casino ("I wouldn't be very good at my job if I did").
The film's biggest strengths: Craig, and its technical excellence, with Campbell, Meheux, Arnold and others right at the top of their game.
The film's greatest flaws: Overlength, plot holes and various unanswered questions (so how does Bond break into M's place?), and a script that, while it contains some of the best dialogue ever heard in a Bond film, manages to be a bit of a mess.
Comments: An excellent step in the right direction, and certainly a brave and commendable effort by Eon. Falls short of being a solid gold masterpiece, but is nonetheless a film of great and memorable moments. May be rather too dark and too much of a departure from the norm for some.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 08:17 PM
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Favourite Bond film: Licence to Kill
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): For you Eyes Only
Least favourite Bond film: A View to a Kill
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 2 (Advanced screening and today)
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, much better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Smirking while the terrorist unknowingly triggered the bomb that killed him
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: All the action scenes
Which part of the film interested you least?: none, I enjoyed CR thouroughly
What surprised you most about the film?: Craig rivaled Connery as best Bond
Most amusing scene in the film: "I have an itch..."
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bonds "coldness" toward the end of the film
The film's biggest strengths: Action sequences
The film's greatest flaws: Overall running length
Comments: What a refreshing movie, really reenergized the series. A shot in the arm that it so badly needed
Favourite Bond film: Licence to Kill
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): For you Eyes Only
Least favourite Bond film: A View to a Kill
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 2 (Advanced screening and today)
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, much better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Smirking while the terrorist unknowingly triggered the bomb that killed him
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: All the action scenes
Which part of the film interested you least?: none, I enjoyed CR thouroughly
What surprised you most about the film?: Craig rivaled Connery as best Bond
Most amusing scene in the film: "I have an itch..."
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bonds "coldness" toward the end of the film
The film's biggest strengths: Action sequences
The film's greatest flaws: Overall running length
Comments: What a refreshing movie, really reenergized the series. A shot in the arm that it so badly needed
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 08:30 PM
CBn user name:
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Favourite Bond film:
The Living Daylights/ The Spy Who Loved Me
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
Goldfinger
Least favourite Bond film:
Dr No
CR rating out of 5:
4
How many times have you seen CR?:
1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
About the same, better in some places,lacking in others.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Better than I expected.
Most memorable moment:
Bond's happiness at the hospice with Vesper. Just him holding her hand while the banker bumbles about is rather memorable and striking for James Bond. Also Bond's slight ineptness while following the terrorists in Miami is quite memorable.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?:
Bond's Bahamas investigation. From the moment he crashes that Range Rover you know you're dealing with 007.
Which part of the film interested you least?:
I was quite bored bythe sinking Venice building. Just unnecessary dressing.
What surprised you most about the film?:
The humour- some really very funny gags. Even Bond bursting through the plasterboard wall was brilliantly funny, as was the 'Are you okay?' question from Bond after he's just effectively died!
Most amusing scene in the film:
The 'finger' line.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:
Ordering the Vesper- even though I'd had it hinted that it was there I didn't realise it would be so faithful. The stairwell fight with its messy end felt nicely Fleming too.
The film's biggest strengths:
Excellently judged recrafting of Bond's character which is still utterly faithful to the previous movies and Fleming but managing to be real at the same time. Very clever.
The film's greatest flaws:
The protracted ending.
Comments:
Best Bond film in years; a wonderful overhaul but with everything still in place. And Daniel Craig is James Bond.
Mark T Murphy
Favourite Bond film:
The Living Daylights/ The Spy Who Loved Me
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
Goldfinger
Least favourite Bond film:
Dr No
CR rating out of 5:
4
How many times have you seen CR?:
1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
About the same, better in some places,lacking in others.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Better than I expected.
Most memorable moment:
Bond's happiness at the hospice with Vesper. Just him holding her hand while the banker bumbles about is rather memorable and striking for James Bond. Also Bond's slight ineptness while following the terrorists in Miami is quite memorable.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?:
Bond's Bahamas investigation. From the moment he crashes that Range Rover you know you're dealing with 007.
Which part of the film interested you least?:
I was quite bored bythe sinking Venice building. Just unnecessary dressing.
What surprised you most about the film?:
The humour- some really very funny gags. Even Bond bursting through the plasterboard wall was brilliantly funny, as was the 'Are you okay?' question from Bond after he's just effectively died!
Most amusing scene in the film:
The 'finger' line.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:
Ordering the Vesper- even though I'd had it hinted that it was there I didn't realise it would be so faithful. The stairwell fight with its messy end felt nicely Fleming too.
The film's biggest strengths:
Excellently judged recrafting of Bond's character which is still utterly faithful to the previous movies and Fleming but managing to be real at the same time. Very clever.
The film's greatest flaws:
The protracted ending.
Comments:
Best Bond film in years; a wonderful overhaul but with everything still in place. And Daniel Craig is James Bond.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 08:31 PM
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Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale/From Russia With Love
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): From Russia With Love
Least favourite Bond film: Die Another Day/Man With Golden Gun/Tomorrow Never Dies
CR rating out of 5:4.95
How many times have you seen CR?:2
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Defintely better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Bond&Vesper scenes,Bond saying the classic line.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: All.
Which part of the film interested you least?: None
What surprised you most about the film?: How close it was to the book without making it boring for CR book readers.
Most amusing scene in the film: Vesper and Bond bickering in the car
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The brutality of Bond
The film's biggest strengths: Vesper&Bond Romance, Casino scenes,Craig's top notch performance,Torture scene,intriguing PTS.
The film's greatest flaws: Some scenes were not definitive enough
Comments: Best bond film in decades!!Reminds me of quality shows like FRWL and Thunderball.Craig is definitely one of my 2(connery) fav bonds now.
Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale/From Russia With Love
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): From Russia With Love
Least favourite Bond film: Die Another Day/Man With Golden Gun/Tomorrow Never Dies
CR rating out of 5:4.95
How many times have you seen CR?:2
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Defintely better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Bond&Vesper scenes,Bond saying the classic line.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: All.
Which part of the film interested you least?: None
What surprised you most about the film?: How close it was to the book without making it boring for CR book readers.
Most amusing scene in the film: Vesper and Bond bickering in the car
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The brutality of Bond
The film's biggest strengths: Vesper&Bond Romance, Casino scenes,Craig's top notch performance,Torture scene,intriguing PTS.
The film's greatest flaws: Some scenes were not definitive enough
Comments: Best bond film in decades!!Reminds me of quality shows like FRWL and Thunderball.Craig is definitely one of my 2(connery) fav bonds now.
Edited by arturtle, 17 November 2006 - 08:33 PM.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 08:52 PM
CBn user name: Methos
Favourite Bond film: OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
OHMSS
Least favourite Bond film: Moonraker
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better Than Expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better Than Expected
Most memorable moment: The Pre-Credits Sequence
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The Poisoning Sequence
Which part of the film interested you least?: The Ford Mondeo Commercial
What surprised you most about the film?: How the films gestalt is so radically different from the 20 films that have preceded it.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond's turn as a valet
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: When Bond assures Vesper that she's not his type, not because Vesper's smart but because she's single.
The film's biggest strengths: Daniel Craig and brilliant acting from the cast as a whole.
The film's greatest flaws: The Venice battle was too hectic.
Comments: Refer to Member Review
Favourite Bond film: OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
OHMSS
Least favourite Bond film: Moonraker
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better Than Expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better Than Expected
Most memorable moment: The Pre-Credits Sequence
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The Poisoning Sequence
Which part of the film interested you least?: The Ford Mondeo Commercial
What surprised you most about the film?: How the films gestalt is so radically different from the 20 films that have preceded it.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond's turn as a valet
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: When Bond assures Vesper that she's not his type, not because Vesper's smart but because she's single.
The film's biggest strengths: Daniel Craig and brilliant acting from the cast as a whole.
The film's greatest flaws: The Venice battle was too hectic.
Comments: Refer to Member Review
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 08:58 PM
CBn user name: komijul
Favourite Bond film: Octopussy
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): I'll say Thunderball.
Least favourite Bond film: The World is Not Enough
CR rating out of 5: 3
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: I was neutral to Craig going in, and found him "pretty good" going out.
Most memorable moment: The part where Bond realizes that Vesper is working with the enemy.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Bond in the Bahamas.
Which part of the film interested you least?: the poker game. I don't really play poker.
What surprised you most about the film?: The dialogue. I was surprised that it lacked any bad one liners.
Most amusing scene in the film: M talking about how Bond just destroyed the embassy.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond at the end.
The film's biggest strengths: Craig was a pretty good Bond. I thought the film had a lot of good concepts to it.
The film's greatest flaws: Too many random villains. Who were most of these people and why should I care about them? Also, the film felt a bit too ambitious, like it was trying to do too much at one time.
Comments: Okay start to the Craig era. Looking forward to the next film, though I felt this one fell a bit flat.
Favourite Bond film: Octopussy
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): I'll say Thunderball.
Least favourite Bond film: The World is Not Enough
CR rating out of 5: 3
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: I was neutral to Craig going in, and found him "pretty good" going out.
Most memorable moment: The part where Bond realizes that Vesper is working with the enemy.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Bond in the Bahamas.
Which part of the film interested you least?: the poker game. I don't really play poker.
What surprised you most about the film?: The dialogue. I was surprised that it lacked any bad one liners.
Most amusing scene in the film: M talking about how Bond just destroyed the embassy.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond at the end.
The film's biggest strengths: Craig was a pretty good Bond. I thought the film had a lot of good concepts to it.
The film's greatest flaws: Too many random villains. Who were most of these people and why should I care about them? Also, the film felt a bit too ambitious, like it was trying to do too much at one time.
Comments: Okay start to the Craig era. Looking forward to the next film, though I felt this one fell a bit flat.
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Posted 17 November 2006 - 09:18 PM
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Favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved me
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
Least favourite Bond film: The World Is Not Enought
CR rating out of 5: 4.9
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than expected
Most memorable moment: Torture scene
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: I thoroughly enjoyed it all.
Which part of the film interested you least?: At this point I had no dis-interest
What surprised you most about the film?: How different it was from recent movies.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond doing valet
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The rough and brutal Bond.
The film's biggest strengths: More realistic spy story.
The film's greatest flaws: Maybe a tad long. (could be due to the fact I drank too much Coke during and had to go!)
Comments:
I loved it. Need to see it again.
Edited to add: I also really liked the PTS and title song. It was pretty cool.
Favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved me
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
Least favourite Bond film: The World Is Not Enought
CR rating out of 5: 4.9
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than expected
Most memorable moment: Torture scene
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: I thoroughly enjoyed it all.
Which part of the film interested you least?: At this point I had no dis-interest
What surprised you most about the film?: How different it was from recent movies.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond doing valet
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The rough and brutal Bond.
The film's biggest strengths: More realistic spy story.
The film's greatest flaws: Maybe a tad long. (could be due to the fact I drank too much Coke during and had to go!)
Comments:
I loved it. Need to see it again.
Edited to add: I also really liked the PTS and title song. It was pretty cool.
Edited by 007Travis, 17 November 2006 - 09:26 PM.
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Favourite Bond film: OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Undecided (could be Casino Royale)
Least favourite Bond film: The Man With the Golden Gun
CR rating out of 5: 5/5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Most of it better than expected, a few things worse
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Too many to pick
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Too many to pick
Which part of the film interested you least?: The poker game (due to editing)
What surprised you most about the film?: How good the stuff bookending the plot of the novel was
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond getting his tux
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond washing the blood of his hands while taking shots
The film's biggest strengths: Great acting, brilliant moments
The film's greatest flaws: No progression in poker game, 4th act someone messed up due to lack of prize money as McGuffin ala the novel, somewhat disjointed due to previous two factors
Favourite Bond film: OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Undecided (could be Casino Royale)
Least favourite Bond film: The Man With the Golden Gun
CR rating out of 5: 5/5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Most of it better than expected, a few things worse
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: Too many to pick
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Too many to pick
Which part of the film interested you least?: The poker game (due to editing)
What surprised you most about the film?: How good the stuff bookending the plot of the novel was
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond getting his tux
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond washing the blood of his hands while taking shots
The film's biggest strengths: Great acting, brilliant moments
The film's greatest flaws: No progression in poker game, 4th act someone messed up due to lack of prize money as McGuffin ala the novel, somewhat disjointed due to previous two factors
Edited by Fro, 17 November 2006 - 09:27 PM.
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 06:27 AM
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Favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
Best Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
Least favourite Bond film: A View to a Kill
CR rating out of 5: I will give my rating after I have seen it a few more times.
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: As I expected--very good.
Most memorable moment: Bond meets Vesper.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: I enjoyed everything so far as I can see.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Nothing I can pinpoint yet.
What surprised you most about the film?: The poker scenes getting a generous amount of screentime.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond's lines during the torture sequence.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond's overal brutality.
The film's biggest strengths: The acting.
The film's greatest flaws: Not sure yet.
Comments: Loved it. I always see each new Bond film several times before giving a full review.
Favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
Best Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
Least favourite Bond film: A View to a Kill
CR rating out of 5: I will give my rating after I have seen it a few more times.
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: As I expected--very good.
Most memorable moment: Bond meets Vesper.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: I enjoyed everything so far as I can see.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Nothing I can pinpoint yet.
What surprised you most about the film?: The poker scenes getting a generous amount of screentime.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond's lines during the torture sequence.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond's overal brutality.
The film's biggest strengths: The acting.
The film's greatest flaws: Not sure yet.
Comments: Loved it. I always see each new Bond film several times before giving a full review.
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Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale!
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale!
Least favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
CR rating out of 5: 10000000000000
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Same- Incredibly awesome
Most memorable moment: The ending
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Every bit of it
Which part of the film interested you least?: Nothing
What surprised you most about the film?: How good Craig said the "The name's Bond. James Bond" line
Most amusing scene in the film: Torture scene
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: PTS in the bathroom
The film's biggest strengths: Excellent acting and screenplay
The film's greatest flaws: The car chase sucks, blood dripping from gunbarrel looked stupid
Comments: GREATEST BOND FILM EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale!
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale!
Least favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
CR rating out of 5: 10000000000000
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Same- Incredibly awesome
Most memorable moment: The ending
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Every bit of it
Which part of the film interested you least?: Nothing
What surprised you most about the film?: How good Craig said the "The name's Bond. James Bond" line
Most amusing scene in the film: Torture scene
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: PTS in the bathroom
The film's biggest strengths: Excellent acting and screenplay
The film's greatest flaws: The car chase sucks, blood dripping from gunbarrel looked stupid
Comments: GREATEST BOND FILM EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 06:39 AM
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Favourite Bond film: Dr. No
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Goldfinger
Least favourite Bond film: Die Another Day/Never Say Never Again
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: Once
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, it presented a very cruel Bond none of the other actors protrayed before.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better. I was adamant at first but I'm cinvinced he'll do great in the role
Most memorable moment: The part where he's mistaken for a vallet
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The part where he comes back from Vesper reviving him from the dephib shock
Which part of the film interested you least?: The torture scene. lol. Just watching it hurt.
What surprised you most about the film?: How Flemingesque it was
Most amusing scene in the film: "Everyone will know you died while scratching my balls" Or something like it.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:The opening sequence
The film's biggest strengths: It was a reboot, and now the direction of the series can go anywhere.
The film's greatest flaws: I would have loved to see Head of S and Moneypenny in the film, maybe for 22.
Comments: Great movie all around and worth the wait. I was skeptical of Craig and the direction at first but now I know for certain it was a good decision for the filmakers.
Favourite Bond film: Dr. No
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Goldfinger
Least favourite Bond film: Die Another Day/Never Say Never Again
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: Once
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, it presented a very cruel Bond none of the other actors protrayed before.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better. I was adamant at first but I'm cinvinced he'll do great in the role
Most memorable moment: The part where he's mistaken for a vallet
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The part where he comes back from Vesper reviving him from the dephib shock
Which part of the film interested you least?: The torture scene. lol. Just watching it hurt.
What surprised you most about the film?: How Flemingesque it was
Most amusing scene in the film: "Everyone will know you died while scratching my balls" Or something like it.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:The opening sequence
The film's biggest strengths: It was a reboot, and now the direction of the series can go anywhere.
The film's greatest flaws: I would have loved to see Head of S and Moneypenny in the film, maybe for 22.
Comments: Great movie all around and worth the wait. I was skeptical of Craig and the direction at first but now I know for certain it was a good decision for the filmakers.
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 07:19 AM
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Favourite Bond film: Dr.No/Live And Let Die/Casino Royale
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): DN, FRWL, OHMSS, CR
Least favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
CR rating out of 5: *****
How many times have you seen CR?: Once
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, I was expecting a great Bond movie, and we quite possibly got the best.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, he was the coolest man alive during this movie, and the entire audience related to him. When he laughed, we laughed with him. When he was in danger, we actually worried about him. Not something I've ever experienced with a Bond movie. He felt like a real person.
Most memorable moment: Have to say the torture scene.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: African Rundown and Venice Finale.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Really enjoyed the whole thing. Sure I'll think of something though.
What surprised you most about the film?: The humor. It was genuine laughs and not groaners.
Most amusing scene in the film: Torture. The dialogue was absolutely terrific. Craig played it perfect.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Probably the hotel room scenes between Bond and Vesper between the game.
The film's biggest strengths: Craig, Craig, and Craig.
The film's greatest flaws: Drags a bit at the end, but hardly ruined the overall experience.
Comments: Bond is definetly back. I never thought I could connect with Bond like I did in this film and I can't wait to see what they do with Bond 22.
Favourite Bond film: Dr.No/Live And Let Die/Casino Royale
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): DN, FRWL, OHMSS, CR
Least favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
CR rating out of 5: *****
How many times have you seen CR?: Once
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, I was expecting a great Bond movie, and we quite possibly got the best.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, he was the coolest man alive during this movie, and the entire audience related to him. When he laughed, we laughed with him. When he was in danger, we actually worried about him. Not something I've ever experienced with a Bond movie. He felt like a real person.
Most memorable moment: Have to say the torture scene.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: African Rundown and Venice Finale.
Which part of the film interested you least?: Really enjoyed the whole thing. Sure I'll think of something though.
What surprised you most about the film?: The humor. It was genuine laughs and not groaners.
Most amusing scene in the film: Torture. The dialogue was absolutely terrific. Craig played it perfect.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Probably the hotel room scenes between Bond and Vesper between the game.
The film's biggest strengths: Craig, Craig, and Craig.
The film's greatest flaws: Drags a bit at the end, but hardly ruined the overall experience.
Comments: Bond is definetly back. I never thought I could connect with Bond like I did in this film and I can't wait to see what they do with Bond 22.
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 11:48 AM
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Favourite Bond film: It was The Spy Who Loved Me. Casino Royale is knocking on that door, though.
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): [film=99]On Her Majesty
Favourite Bond film: It was The Spy Who Loved Me. Casino Royale is knocking on that door, though.
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): [film=99]On Her Majesty
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 11:59 AM
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Favourite Bond film: From Russia with Love/Casino Royale (although I
Favourite Bond film: From Russia with Love/Casino Royale (although I
Edited by Red Renard, 18 November 2006 - 12:04 PM.
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 12:55 PM
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Favourite Bond film:
Dr No / On Her Majesty's Secret Service / Casino Royale
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
This could turn out to be Casino Royale
Least favourite Bond film:
Die Another Day
CR rating out of 5:
5
How many times have you seen CR?:
4
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Better
Most memorable moment:
The Torture Sequence
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?:
The free running chase sequence, the poker game itself, the torture scene - loved everything.
Which part of the film interested you least?:
The Ford Mondeo - what was the point?
What surprised you most about the film?:
Just how great Craig delivered us James Bond - it has to be the best performance by any actor.
Most amusing scene in the film:
When Bond requests the Martini and others say they'll have one as well, then Le Chiffre gets pissed off
Also where Bond runs through the wall while chasing Molaka.
'Do I look like I give a damn?'
There's just too many to put here!
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:
The torture scene.
The film's biggest strengths:
Following Fleming's book closely
The film's greatest flaws:
Not long enough!
Comments:
The Admiral
Favourite Bond film:
Dr No / On Her Majesty's Secret Service / Casino Royale
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
This could turn out to be Casino Royale
Least favourite Bond film:
Die Another Day
CR rating out of 5:
5
How many times have you seen CR?:
4
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:
Better
Most memorable moment:
The Torture Sequence
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?:
The free running chase sequence, the poker game itself, the torture scene - loved everything.
Which part of the film interested you least?:
The Ford Mondeo - what was the point?
What surprised you most about the film?:
Just how great Craig delivered us James Bond - it has to be the best performance by any actor.
Most amusing scene in the film:
When Bond requests the Martini and others say they'll have one as well, then Le Chiffre gets pissed off
Also where Bond runs through the wall while chasing Molaka.
'Do I look like I give a damn?'
There's just too many to put here!
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:
The torture scene.
The film's biggest strengths:
Following Fleming's book closely
The film's greatest flaws:
Not long enough!
Comments:
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 02:33 PM
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Favourite Bond film:Live And Let Die, The World Is Not Enough, Diamonds Are Forever, Octopussy.
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):OHMSS or Goldfinger
Least favourite Bond film:Licence To Killis my least favourite, I like View To A Kill a bit better, mainly down to Pat McNee
CR rating out of 5:3.5
How many times have you seen CR?:One
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:better
Most memorable moment:the pre-credit sequence
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?:again the pre-credit sequence
Which part of the film interested you least?:the poker game
What surprised you most about the film?:the titles (very 'fifties-ish
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Most amusing scene in the film:Bond ordering the Martini and the order players following his lead
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:his lead
The film's biggest strengths:Daniel Craig
The film's greatest flaws:the Caino scenes (with the exceptiong of a two or three good gags) defuse the the tension abit. Also the supporting cast is a bit a hit and miss, Solonge (is that how you spell it?) is a bit irrelevent and rather flatly played/written)
Comments:It's hard to say without watching it again, so this is just pretty provisional, but I fond it not quite as entertaining as most Bond movies usually are and not good enough to fit in with my other favourite non-Bond movies, such as The Apartment, Vertigo, The Third Man, A Taste Of Honey , LA Confidential etc. A good movie, not a great one.
Favourite Bond film:Live And Let Die, The World Is Not Enough, Diamonds Are Forever, Octopussy.
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):OHMSS or Goldfinger
Least favourite Bond film:Licence To Killis my least favourite, I like View To A Kill a bit better, mainly down to Pat McNee
CR rating out of 5:3.5
How many times have you seen CR?:One
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:better
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?:better
Most memorable moment:the pre-credit sequence
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?:again the pre-credit sequence
Which part of the film interested you least?:the poker game
What surprised you most about the film?:the titles (very 'fifties-ish
)Most amusing scene in the film:Bond ordering the Martini and the order players following his lead
Most "Fleming" bit in the film:his lead
The film's biggest strengths:Daniel Craig
The film's greatest flaws:the Caino scenes (with the exceptiong of a two or three good gags) defuse the the tension abit. Also the supporting cast is a bit a hit and miss, Solonge (is that how you spell it?) is a bit irrelevent and rather flatly played/written)
Comments:It's hard to say without watching it again, so this is just pretty provisional, but I fond it not quite as entertaining as most Bond movies usually are and not good enough to fit in with my other favourite non-Bond movies, such as The Apartment, Vertigo, The Third Man, A Taste Of Honey , LA Confidential etc. A good movie, not a great one.
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 03:12 PM
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Favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): See above - why ask twice?
Least favourite Bond film: From Russia With Love
CR rating out of 5: 2
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much worse
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much worse
Most memorable moment: Car crash
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: In car with Vesper
Which part of the film interested you least?: The torture
What surprised you most about the film?: Too serious
Most amusing scene in the film: His jokes with Vesper
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: the pre-titles black and white bits. How Bond got 00
The film's biggest strengths: Music
The film's greatest flaws: No Q, Moneypenny, gadgets, humour, villain
Comments: Not a Bond film. Where is the big baddie, jokes, Q, gadgets, sexy girls in titles. This is Jean Claude Van Damme action movie. And why did they kill Vesper - are they just trying to copy OHMSS (another less good Bond film).
Favourite Bond film: The Spy Who Loved Me
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): See above - why ask twice?
Least favourite Bond film: From Russia With Love
CR rating out of 5: 2
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much worse
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much worse
Most memorable moment: Car crash
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: In car with Vesper
Which part of the film interested you least?: The torture
What surprised you most about the film?: Too serious
Most amusing scene in the film: His jokes with Vesper
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: the pre-titles black and white bits. How Bond got 00
The film's biggest strengths: Music
The film's greatest flaws: No Q, Moneypenny, gadgets, humour, villain
Comments: Not a Bond film. Where is the big baddie, jokes, Q, gadgets, sexy girls in titles. This is Jean Claude Van Damme action movie. And why did they kill Vesper - are they just trying to copy OHMSS (another less good Bond film).
Edited by Mercator, 18 November 2006 - 03:47 PM.
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 03:18 PM
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Favourite Bond film: Goldfinger/From Russia With Love
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): It may turn into a fight between FRWL and CR!!!
Least favourite Bond film: Moonraker gah!
CR rating out of 5: 4.8
How many times have you seen CR?: 1 (more this weekend)
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better and I had ridiculous hopes
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: So much better! All other Bonds save Connery literally shrank from my mind
Most memorable moment: The Last scene with THE LINE (and the suit from Thunderball!)
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The scene at the very beginning when M was spouting off about how much she missed the Cold War!
Which part of the film interested you least?: The opening credits were a bit of a letdown.. the animation was unexpected in a bad way..
What surprised you most about the film?: The warmth and humor. I was concerned Craig would be too stiff in the role.. not so!
Most amusing scene in the film: That little smile Craig gets after the Miami airport chase (after the boom)
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Craig looking at himself in the mirror covered in cuts and bruises
The film's biggest strengths: Craig Craig Craig! Well written script, great cast, beautiful locales, a sence of elegance, no stupid gadgets/jokes, following Fleming's novel!
The film's greatest flaws: The product placement (ford, nikon) really cheapened the film in places..
Comments:
Favourite Bond film: Goldfinger/From Russia With Love
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): It may turn into a fight between FRWL and CR!!!
Least favourite Bond film: Moonraker gah!
CR rating out of 5: 4.8
How many times have you seen CR?: 1 (more this weekend)
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better and I had ridiculous hopes
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: So much better! All other Bonds save Connery literally shrank from my mind
Most memorable moment: The Last scene with THE LINE (and the suit from Thunderball!)
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The scene at the very beginning when M was spouting off about how much she missed the Cold War!
Which part of the film interested you least?: The opening credits were a bit of a letdown.. the animation was unexpected in a bad way..
What surprised you most about the film?: The warmth and humor. I was concerned Craig would be too stiff in the role.. not so!
Most amusing scene in the film: That little smile Craig gets after the Miami airport chase (after the boom)
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Craig looking at himself in the mirror covered in cuts and bruises
The film's biggest strengths: Craig Craig Craig! Well written script, great cast, beautiful locales, a sence of elegance, no stupid gadgets/jokes, following Fleming's novel!
The film's greatest flaws: The product placement (ford, nikon) really cheapened the film in places..
Comments:
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Posted 18 November 2006 - 09:34 PM
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Favourite Bond film: Has been FRWL, CR may unseat
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale
Least favourite Bond film: A View To A Kill
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: Once, as of today
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Most memorable moment: The torture scene, at the moment, and Bond's struggle with Dimitrios
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Madagascar, poker game, torture, romance, everything!
Which part of the film interested you least?: The Ford plug
What surprised you most about the film?: The superb combination of drama and humor
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond's entrance to the Ocean Club
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The shower scene, but starting to reconsider and say the "dirty martini" sequence
The film's biggest strengths: Characterization, good actors, closeness to Fleming's novel
The film's greatest flaws: If the script had been any better, this could be nominated for a Best Picture award (don't know which)
Comments:
Favourite Bond film: Has been FRWL, CR may unseat
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale
Least favourite Bond film: A View To A Kill
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: Once, as of today
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better than I expected
Most memorable moment: The torture scene, at the moment, and Bond's struggle with Dimitrios
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Madagascar, poker game, torture, romance, everything!
Which part of the film interested you least?: The Ford plug
What surprised you most about the film?: The superb combination of drama and humor
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond's entrance to the Ocean Club
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The shower scene, but starting to reconsider and say the "dirty martini" sequence
The film's biggest strengths: Characterization, good actors, closeness to Fleming's novel
The film's greatest flaws: If the script had been any better, this could be nominated for a Best Picture award (don't know which)
Comments:
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Posted 19 November 2006 - 01:26 AM
CBn user name: Craig's Girl
Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale
Least favourite Bond film: Die Another Day
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 2
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much better than expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much, much better than expected
Most memorable moment: when he says 'the line' at the end
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: When he won the card game and he sweeps Vesper off to their late dinner
Which part of the film interested you least?: The Ford Mondeo
What surprised you most about the film?: How intense it was
Most amusing scene in the film: The scene where the chief of police (aka Producer Michael G. Wilson) is arrested
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: On the beach where he tells Vesper that she would probably be the one to get an honest job; that sounded just like I remembered it in the book
The film's biggest strengths: Daniel Craig/script/visuals
The film's greatest flaws: wasn't long enough
Comments: Way beyond my expectations and Daniel Craig was just intense, and cool, and sexy all at the same time.
Favourite Bond film: Casino Royale
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Casino Royale
Least favourite Bond film: Die Another Day
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 2
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much better than expected
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Much, much better than expected
Most memorable moment: when he says 'the line' at the end
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: When he won the card game and he sweeps Vesper off to their late dinner
Which part of the film interested you least?: The Ford Mondeo
What surprised you most about the film?: How intense it was
Most amusing scene in the film: The scene where the chief of police (aka Producer Michael G. Wilson) is arrested
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: On the beach where he tells Vesper that she would probably be the one to get an honest job; that sounded just like I remembered it in the book
The film's biggest strengths: Daniel Craig/script/visuals
The film's greatest flaws: wasn't long enough
Comments: Way beyond my expectations and Daniel Craig was just intense, and cool, and sexy all at the same time.
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Posted 19 November 2006 - 01:48 AM
CBn user name: Genrewriter
Favourite Bond film: Octopussy
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
Least favourite Bond film: Goldfinger
CR rating out of 5: 4.5/5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About even, I expected a very good movie and I got one.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Even bnetter than I expected. I figured he'd be good but wow!
Most memorable moment: Last scene, the slow pan up to Craig and his delivery of the line is classic.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Parkour chase
Which part of the film interested you least?: The main title song didn't really stand out for me.
What surprised you most about the film?: The humor in the torture scene. A pleasant surprise, but surpising nonetheless.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond turned valet driver, always nice to see him humiliate jerks.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: shower scene
The film's biggest strengths: Great performances all around, strong, well-shot action scenes, nice touches of humor where needed, great ending.
The film's greatest flaws: Rather bland score and main title theme
Comments: A great intro to Craig as Bond. the best one since Tomorrow Never Dies.
Favourite Bond film: Octopussy
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR):
Least favourite Bond film: Goldfinger
CR rating out of 5: 4.5/5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About even, I expected a very good movie and I got one.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Even bnetter than I expected. I figured he'd be good but wow!
Most memorable moment: Last scene, the slow pan up to Craig and his delivery of the line is classic.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Parkour chase
Which part of the film interested you least?: The main title song didn't really stand out for me.
What surprised you most about the film?: The humor in the torture scene. A pleasant surprise, but surpising nonetheless.
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond turned valet driver, always nice to see him humiliate jerks.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: shower scene
The film's biggest strengths: Great performances all around, strong, well-shot action scenes, nice touches of humor where needed, great ending.
The film's greatest flaws: Rather bland score and main title theme
Comments: A great intro to Craig as Bond. the best one since Tomorrow Never Dies.
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Posted 19 November 2006 - 02:33 AM
CBn user name: K1Bond007
Favourite Bond film: Goldfinger
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Goldfinger -- I should note that I am restraining myself from listing Casino Royale in any sort of list so as to allow it to sink in with multiple viewings.
Least favourite Bond film: A View to a Kill
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: I had high expectations and I wasn't let down. In some cases it even exceeded them.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better. Once again I had generally high expectations, but I didn't think he was going to shine as much as he did.
Most memorable moment: Probably the torture sequence since nothing of its caliber had ever been done before.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Mollaka chase
Which part of the film interested you least?: While I like the casting of Jeffrey Wright as Felix Leiter, his role was rather weak and small. I don't know how it could have been expanded or been made greater, but ... well there you go. Here's hoping he has a slightly expanded role in Bond 22. Also I am glad it was Leiter and not just a random CIA guy from the early script.
What surprised you most about the film?: Bond's internal and sometimes open quarrel about his soul and his line of work. I didn't expect it to come off as well as it did. For instance, the Solange scene with M. That for me was the beginning of what eventually happened to him in the first chapter of Goldfinger where he is - unusually - morose about his line of work.
Most amusing scene in the film: Hard to pick one. Bond v M, perhaps. Banter with Vesper is up there to be sure.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond at the table, Bond ordering "the Vesper"
The film's biggest strengths: Great casting, character development, acting, and a good amount of Ian Fleming for the first time in years.
The film's greatest flaws: Deviating from the formula so much. It's a double edge sword. 40+ years and 20 films, it's kind of hard to chuck the formula out the window. It paid off - for me, but it won't for everyone. Some people are content with the same ol same ol.
Comments: It's "greatest flaw" IMHO, was also it's greatest strength. Tip of the hat to Martin Campbell and crew for an excellent well-crafted film (in general, not just as a Bond film). Also to Mads Mikkelson who I feel is being completely overshadowed by Daniel Craig at the moment (and probably rightly so), but Mads did a hell of a job and is now up there as one of my favorite villains. And Eva Green, <3 - The three of them really made the film so well-rounded. For the first time in a long while, I loved all three major roles (Bond, Bond girl, and villain) not just 1 or 2.
I don't really feel like writing a review. Beyond comments here and there this is about the best you'll probably get from me.
Favourite Bond film: Goldfinger
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): Goldfinger -- I should note that I am restraining myself from listing Casino Royale in any sort of list so as to allow it to sink in with multiple viewings.
Least favourite Bond film: A View to a Kill
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: I had high expectations and I wasn't let down. In some cases it even exceeded them.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better. Once again I had generally high expectations, but I didn't think he was going to shine as much as he did.
Most memorable moment: Probably the torture sequence since nothing of its caliber had ever been done before.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: Mollaka chase
Which part of the film interested you least?: While I like the casting of Jeffrey Wright as Felix Leiter, his role was rather weak and small. I don't know how it could have been expanded or been made greater, but ... well there you go. Here's hoping he has a slightly expanded role in Bond 22. Also I am glad it was Leiter and not just a random CIA guy from the early script.
What surprised you most about the film?: Bond's internal and sometimes open quarrel about his soul and his line of work. I didn't expect it to come off as well as it did. For instance, the Solange scene with M. That for me was the beginning of what eventually happened to him in the first chapter of Goldfinger where he is - unusually - morose about his line of work.
Most amusing scene in the film: Hard to pick one. Bond v M, perhaps. Banter with Vesper is up there to be sure.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Bond at the table, Bond ordering "the Vesper"
The film's biggest strengths: Great casting, character development, acting, and a good amount of Ian Fleming for the first time in years.
The film's greatest flaws: Deviating from the formula so much. It's a double edge sword. 40+ years and 20 films, it's kind of hard to chuck the formula out the window. It paid off - for me, but it won't for everyone. Some people are content with the same ol same ol.
Comments: It's "greatest flaw" IMHO, was also it's greatest strength. Tip of the hat to Martin Campbell and crew for an excellent well-crafted film (in general, not just as a Bond film). Also to Mads Mikkelson who I feel is being completely overshadowed by Daniel Craig at the moment (and probably rightly so), but Mads did a hell of a job and is now up there as one of my favorite villains. And Eva Green, <3 - The three of them really made the film so well-rounded. For the first time in a long while, I loved all three major roles (Bond, Bond girl, and villain) not just 1 or 2.
I don't really feel like writing a review. Beyond comments here and there this is about the best you'll probably get from me.
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Posted 19 November 2006 - 02:49 AM
CBn user name: Sir Hilary
Favourite Bond film: OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): OHMSS
Least favourite Bond film: AVTAK
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: Twice
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same as I expected.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same as I expected.
Most memorable moment: Torture sequence.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The casino sequences.
Which part of the film interested you least?: The venice house fight.
What surprised you most about the film?: The amount of humour.
Most amusing scene in the film: Torture sequence.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Le Chiffre weeping blood.
The film's biggest strengths: The interplay between Craig and Green.
The film's greatest flaws: Car chase too short, ending too abrupt!
Comments: I think that the ending is too abrupt and they should have pulled away with a ariel shot, leaving Bond standing over White while the theme tune played. Otherwise a superb Bond film and a solid piece of cinema entertainment.
Favourite Bond film: OHMSS
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): OHMSS
Least favourite Bond film: AVTAK
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: Twice
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same as I expected.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: About the same as I expected.
Most memorable moment: Torture sequence.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The casino sequences.
Which part of the film interested you least?: The venice house fight.
What surprised you most about the film?: The amount of humour.
Most amusing scene in the film: Torture sequence.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: Le Chiffre weeping blood.
The film's biggest strengths: The interplay between Craig and Green.
The film's greatest flaws: Car chase too short, ending too abrupt!
Comments: I think that the ending is too abrupt and they should have pulled away with a ariel shot, leaving Bond standing over White while the theme tune played. Otherwise a superb Bond film and a solid piece of cinema entertainment.
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Posted 19 November 2006 - 03:10 AM
CBn user name: The Richmond Spy
Favourite Bond film: GE
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): OHMSS
Least favourite Bond film: LTK
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, I was expected an average film and got one of my favorites.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: MUCH better. I was expecting to have to make myself see him as Bond, but he absolutely nailed the part. Craig is so good as Bond that he almost makes this film look bad.
Most memorable moment: The stairwell fight
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The stairwell fight
Which part of the film interested you least?: Don't get me wrong, the airport sequence wasn't bad and I did enjoy what happened to the guy when he tried to detonate the bomb (haha)...but it felt the least Bondian to me.
What surprised you most about the film?: It didn't feel like I was there for 144 minutes.
Most amusing scene in the film: When the arrogant man throws his keys to Bond and what Bond does with the car...and how Bond doesn't hesitate at all to do this.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: the stare-downs at the poker table and Le Chiffre's death
The film's biggest strengths: Shows a more-human Bond who doesn't take himself too seriously (unlike Dalton and Brosnan-to an extent)
The film's greatest flaws: Madagascar scene does little to help the film.
Comments: Everything I could've hoped for and more.
Favourite Bond film: GE
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): OHMSS
Least favourite Bond film: LTK
CR rating out of 5: 5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better, I was expected an average film and got one of my favorites.
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: MUCH better. I was expecting to have to make myself see him as Bond, but he absolutely nailed the part. Craig is so good as Bond that he almost makes this film look bad.
Most memorable moment: The stairwell fight
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The stairwell fight
Which part of the film interested you least?: Don't get me wrong, the airport sequence wasn't bad and I did enjoy what happened to the guy when he tried to detonate the bomb (haha)...but it felt the least Bondian to me.
What surprised you most about the film?: It didn't feel like I was there for 144 minutes.
Most amusing scene in the film: When the arrogant man throws his keys to Bond and what Bond does with the car...and how Bond doesn't hesitate at all to do this.
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: the stare-downs at the poker table and Le Chiffre's death
The film's biggest strengths: Shows a more-human Bond who doesn't take himself too seriously (unlike Dalton and Brosnan-to an extent)
The film's greatest flaws: Madagascar scene does little to help the film.
Comments: Everything I could've hoped for and more.
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Posted 19 November 2006 - 05:26 AM
CBn user name: A Kristatos
Favourite Bond film: For Your Eyes Only, The Living Daylights
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): From Russia With Love
Least favourite Bond film: Moonraker
CR rating out of 5: 4.5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Most of it better than expected, a few things worse
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: The poker game.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The chase at the construction site.
Which part of the film interested you least?: The torture sequence (a bit graphic for my taste, though still an integral part of the film).
What surprised you most about the film?: The brutality Bond had to endure at the hands of his enemies, and the brutal way he disposed of them. Certainly no Roger Moore or even Pierce Brosnan!
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond and M's exchange following his destruction of the embassy. Classic!
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The poker game, the torture scene.
The film's biggest strengths: Plot driven storyline, the exceptional locales, the strong soundtrack that tied everything together and of course, Daniel Craig.
The film's greatest flaws: A bit too violent in spots, though nothing too graphic. Still better to be a bit too realistic versus too over-the-top, as in Die Another Day.
Favourite Bond film: For Your Eyes Only, The Living Daylights
Best Bond film (if different to your fave - you may, of course, cite CR): From Russia With Love
Least favourite Bond film: Moonraker
CR rating out of 5: 4.5
How many times have you seen CR?: 1
Was CR better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Most of it better than expected, a few things worse
Was Craig better than you expected, worse than you expected, or about the same as you expected?: Better
Most memorable moment: The poker game.
Which part of the film did you enjoy most?: The chase at the construction site.
Which part of the film interested you least?: The torture sequence (a bit graphic for my taste, though still an integral part of the film).
What surprised you most about the film?: The brutality Bond had to endure at the hands of his enemies, and the brutal way he disposed of them. Certainly no Roger Moore or even Pierce Brosnan!
Most amusing scene in the film: Bond and M's exchange following his destruction of the embassy. Classic!
Most "Fleming" bit in the film: The poker game, the torture scene.
The film's biggest strengths: Plot driven storyline, the exceptional locales, the strong soundtrack that tied everything together and of course, Daniel Craig.
The film's greatest flaws: A bit too violent in spots, though nothing too graphic. Still better to be a bit too realistic versus too over-the-top, as in Die Another Day.