Quantum of Solace

There's a theory among Bond-buffs and Internet muses that James Bond isn't a single person, but a code name. When one 007 leaves, another agent gets the title and job. Which would certainly explain the different personalities of the different men who were Bond. Sean Connery would never have dressed like a clown, which Roger Moore did. One bond had an emotional breakdown after his wife was killed. And it would certainly explain why the newest Bond would need to spend so much time earning M's trust.

That said, this brand of Bond with Daniel Craig is much more enjoyable than some past Bonds. Less campy and more gritty. If you like Bond films and not just one type of Bond film, you should like this. If you're a Roger Moore fan, this won't be a Bond to your liking.

The cinematography is much more interesting in this installment, although some scenes have so much going on in them it's hard to keep up. But I think that's what the director was going for; and attempt to share the hectic sweat of some of the predicaments Bond gets into, and less certain that he'll escape in one peace.

3.5 out of 5 stars