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Casino Royale
« on: November 20, 2006, 01:19:46 AM »
I saw this yesterday and was surprised at how good it is. I grew up seeing a lot of Bond movies, but I wouldn't say I'm a fan. Casino Royal is definitely a new direction for the Bond film franchise.

Has anyone else seen this? Is anyone writing a review?
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Re: Casino Royal
« Reply #1 on: November 20, 2006, 06:30:23 AM »
I just got back from seeing it, and I enjoyed it a lot. I like how it focused more on the action/suspense aspect of the franchise and less on the gadgetry and snappy one-liners. I also think I'm going to like Daniel Craig in the role, especially if they maintain the current focus in future movies.
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Re: Casino Royal
« Reply #2 on: November 20, 2006, 09:35:40 AM »
I agree with you there, Harbinger.  I hope they keep in that same feel for any followups, especially the very first that is b&w.  Also when the girl is in the shower after seeing someone die, and keeping the over-the-top stuff from going way over the top.  Overall adding to a more gritty and realistic story, something you could take a bit more serious compared to the latest Bond films.  Last thing is I like they took enough time to actually finish an origin story, rather than trying to cram it all in under two hours.
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Re: Casino Royal
« Reply #3 on: November 20, 2006, 04:02:49 PM »
I havent' seen it, but both reviewers on NPR loved it. I may even get my wife to it.
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