A missed opportunity.

Rating: 7/10 (26 November 2008)

OK, first of all, it was not awful.
I think it's unavoidable that people will be going to see this movie ready to be blown away as they were after seeing Casino Royale. Unfortunately, if you do, you will be disappointed.
Saying that, it is a good film. While trying to avoid spoilers for anyone about to go and see it, it contains an enjoyable car chase, some good foot chase sequences and gun fights, and some enjoyable smart comments that have come to define Bond. It's good to see that even after the loss of Vesper, Bond still retains the over-confidence that he shows in Casino Royale.
Bond has become a much colder individual than in Casino Royale, as acted magnificently by Daniel Craig. In fact, at some points during this film, the phenomenal acting by its cast is the only thing keeping the movie above water. A slightly clichéd script, an average music score, and a (quite frankly) crap opening song do pull it down occasionally, but it is by no means a bad film.
In conclusion, it's an above average film. Certainly enjoyable by anyone who loved Casino Royale, just don't watch it expecting a film as good as Casino Royale. I saw it expecting to see Casino Royale II, i was disappointed. But i watched it again, with an open mind, and quite enjoyed it (as long as you can stay awake through Alicia Keys abysmal song).