A Stellar Beginning for Daniel Craig

Rating: Null/10 (25 November 2006)

I'm old enough to remember the first James Bond films in the theatre and this one can hold its own with them. We are back to a type of script that Ian Fleming would have appreciated: Great action, plenty of suspense, and an excellent, almost-backstory to Bond himself. This is not the cartoonish stuff depending on gadgets and sight gags; it's the real deal. Complete with the fast car, the fabulous European and African locations, and chase scenes that make your feet burn.
There are a few surprises, particularly about M.
Daniel Craig has jumped into the Bond persona with both feet and landed on them. He is capturing both the toughness and the sophistication, the single-mindedness, and the rebellious quality that makes Bond the king of all spies. He's an excellent actor and has the sexy voice and riveting eyes that every woman will remember after leaving the theatre. My only complaint (which may sound trivial to some) is the hair: Bond should have black hair and it should be a little longer. Now if Mr Craig obliges that request, I'd place him right up there with Sir Sean as his rightful heir (so to speak).