A thrill ride with intricate plot twists

Rating: 10/10 (17 November 2006)

There seems to be a certain trend these days when it comes to making the typical espionage tale of the current era. I see that Bond is making his war against the corrupt folk in this post 9-11 world and he is taking no prisoners. Actually, the main part of the film that kept me excited was the tension between Vesper Lynd and her male counterpart. She was his anchor the entire film and her role is fundamental in showing that the age of sexist portrayal of women in Bond films is so passé. I think that the tender side of Bond and Vesper relationship is the key to seeing how well Bond can work and make love occasionally. He doesn't seem to use them and leave them in this new franchise. He loves them and they leave him. What a wonderful relatable twist. The new Bond is so much more authentic. Hats off to the filmmakers!