In a word - 'dull'

Rating: 2/10 (15 March 2016)

The worst Bond movie I have ever seen! - and there have been some doozies! Although I am probably slightly biased because I just never liked Daniel Craig in this role. I've seen him in other roles and thought he was a pretty good actor but he is just not James Bond - in any way, shape or form. To make matters worse the plot is mercilessly contrived and clichéd - even the masterful Ralph Fiennes couldn't pull this one from the doldrums. It did not only lack any classical 'Bond' flavour that could at least draw an audience in through nostalgia but it also had nothing new to offer - wooden characters and weak relationships - simply too long and stiflingly boring. Aside from a heroic attempt from Christoph Waltz who inhabits his character with his usual flair and finesse, I cannot find any redeeming quality in this movie. Mr Waltz is the only reason I gave this a rating of '2' instead of a well deserved '1'.Two and a half hours of my life that I will never get back!