Quantum of Solace, the latest film in the James Bond franchise might just leave long time viewers disappointed.
Here we are, over 40 years since the first 007 film (Dr. No 1962) hit the screens. In that time we have seen many of writer Ian Fleming’s novels spring onto the big screen and many actors portray the larger than life character of 007. Daniel Craig doesn’t disappoint, but unfortunately the writers didn’t give him much to work with.
Gone is the barrel of a gun zooming in on Bond, as he turns and fires first before the opening credits. Avid Bond fans will notice the absence of characters like Moneypenny, M’s secretary. Fans will also sorely miss the regular visit to Q, originally played by Desmond Llewelyn until his death in 1999, where Bond got his wonderful cars and gadgets.
The beginning of the movie starts in typical Bond fashion. There is a car chase, explosions, and plenty of bullets flying. After that though, the plot slips. Watchers of the movie will quickly become confused as the director and writers concentrate on the action sequences, and leave out the most important parts – the characters, plot, and those little things which make, “Bond, James Bond.”
At least M’s part, played by Judi Dench since 1995, was well written. She’s everything a fan could hope for in a replacement of the title. M was originally played by Bernard Lee until his death in 1981, and later by Robert Brown until Dench took the reigns.
Fans will still get plenty of action in Quantum. The formula of modern “action” films has been strictly followed.
For all you long time Bond fans, don’t get your hoped up too high. You’ll be disappointed, as well as out the fifteen dollars to purchase the movie ticket.
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