Written
November 12, 2012
Not Your Grandmother's Bond
I am not a "true" fan of James Bond, and always thought the premise put forward by the original films was a bit tongue-in-cheek and flimsy. However, this movie is enjoyable for any audience member, not just those who are initiates into Bond Lore. The film is well written, the action is original and well paced. The usual Bond plot arc is changed so it doesn't lose freshness. But true fans will be acknowledged too. There are a few awkward plot points, particularly having to do with the films' newest villain. Javier's character is lost in many ways because of its strange eccentricities. You feel like he didn't really know which direction to take the character. Understandable, because the character is twisted in a confusing way. Nonetheless, fans of James Bond and non-fans alike should enjoy the film's sleek and dynamic approach. It is trimmed down in all the right places and focuses on what we typically don't see in these films: the vulnerability and flaws of a normal human being.
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4
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