A Masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (13 November 2008)

I can understand how others have given this film a slating, it doesn't have the wider appeal that Casino Royale has. This film is for die hard bond fans, for those who love the Ian Flemming books. This film is exactly like the stories in the books - its the closest I have ever seen to the Bond in Flemmings books.
The action is incredible and of course there are similarities to Bourne but this film is all about Bond. Each character he meets is like a mirror reflecting back the many aspects of Bond to him. The plot is good, the acting is brilliant and the locations, cars, girls are absolutely spot on.
Daniel Craig is Ian Flemmings James Bond - End of. He is a brilliant Bond and I feel his performance in this film is better than his role in Casino Royale.
This film is about Bond feelings. I was gutted when Vesper died and after seeing this film I feel happy that her death has been avenged. There is a scene towards the end that reminds me of the shower scene in Casino Royale, whoever thought of adding that scene had a stroke of genius.
The end fighting scenes didn't go on for as long as I wanted them too but don't let that put you off because the whole film feels like an end fighting scene.
If you've lost a loved one in your life, you will absolutely love it. If you love the Bond that sadly has been created for the Bank Holiday/Commercial viewer, you'll hate it.
I was really impressed with the Director, the music is top class - using various harmonies of the Bond Theme, Well Done to all - it exceeded my expectations.