GREAT Sequel!! --- But it should be seen as a sequel

Rating: 10/10 (15 November 2008)

Quantum of Solace (QoS) by itself would work nicely if you put a lot of thought into what's going on. But most people would rather not- they want everything spelled out for them. Well, this film won't do that. There's enough in there to help viewers fill in the blanks if they try hard, but just barely. You'd have to really study closely everything that's said.
Now, if you watch Casino Royale (CR) right before QoS, then many, MANY things will be clear. But you'd still have to think a bit. If that's something you'd rather not get into, then skip it. But if you like that sort of thing, then this is a fantastic "part two" for you.
Basically the creators of QoS want you to purchase CR and watch these films together. If you do it, they'll reward you with a cool, intricate storyline. And when QoS goes to home theatre format, they want you to buy it and show them together to your friends.
Of course, EVERY production company wants to buy all their films, but CR and QoS truly work well together. CR admittedly stands better alone than QoS, but there you are. Not every day is a Sunday.