Quantum of Solace

A few weekends ago I went and saw Quantum of Solace on opening night. Overall, the movie has received not so grand reviews. Rolling stone only gave it 2.5 stars and Roger Ebert only gave it 2 stars. But you know what I think, what do they know? 

I will say this...say goodbye to your old fashion bond movie full of fancy gadgets and throw away girls. The first 20 something Bond movies had no link at all, each was an independent movie with James Bond and a Martini "shaken not stirred" the only commonality. Quantum of Solace is basically the sequel to Casino Royale. You need to see it before you watch the newest installment or you will be lost through most of the plot. 

A change I found rather welcoming in Casino Royale, is the realization of the Director that James Bond is supposed to be a human, not a superhero. In previous movies Bond would dominate all fights and would come away as clean as he entered the fight. Daniel Craig's Bond actually bleeds, gets bruises and even has some emotional scares still given from the last movie. Overall, the movie is an extension of Casino Royale with more action. This is a welcome addition for those of you who are not poker fans. (You need to see the first movie to get that one). 

We've been introduced to a new James Bond, one who takes his occasional beatings and actually has emotions. And I have to say, I'm glad to meet the new James Bond, it's a pleasure.