The best Bond Film ever?

Rating: 8/10 (10 December 2006)

Possibly, although its a little unfair given the advantages modern special effects can give (when used appropriately, and they are here). Make your own judgment, personally I think it just might be. Before you start you have to get past the issue of CR being in effect a complete Ret-Con, it is Bond's first assignment, but in the 21st century, so all the other movies don't exist. Once you have accepted this Casino Royale is hugely enjoyable.
The girls, guns and gadgets are all there, but simplified, more believable. As for Craig; he might not have the humour of Connery, but he makes up for it with sheer gall. He owns the role.
CR does seem to be twice as long as other Bond Films and you notice it, but the action holds your interest without difficulty and almost every minute is used to full effect.