'Quantum of Solace' Two-Disc Special Edition DVD Reviewed

James Bond in Quantum of Solace

Although there’s still almost a month to go until Quantum of Solace is released on home video around the world, DVD Talk has gotten their hands on a DVD-R screener copy courtesy of MGM and Fox Home Entertainment and have posted the review online.

Although the video and audio categories are omitted due to the disk being a screener copy, the 22nd James Bond film received an overall advice score of ‘Recommended’.

Film content and replay values were ranked highly, but unfortunately the special features for this two-disc special edition only scored two out of five stars. Reviewer Nick Hartel notes: ‘This stuff might interest some, but there’s no real substance and the replay value of the extras are nil. It seems that a double dip of this film is almost a given, considering the lack of substantial extras.’

To check out the entire review, head over to DVD Talk.

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'Quantum of Solace' DVD Exclusive At Walmart Stores

As is usual for the release of James Bond films on DVD and Blu-ray, several retail stores are offering their own special exclusives in addition to the film.

For the forthcoming release of Quantum of Solace in March, Walmart stores are offering an exclusive collectible James Bond calendar packaged along with the single-disc DVD edition of the film.

This Quantum of Solace DVD exclusive is currently available to pre-order online at a discounted price of $19.96:

• Order the Quantum of Solace single-disc DVD (Calendar Exclusive) from Walmart.com

As the mid-March release date for the latest 007 film approaches, there will likely be several more exclusives offered by retailers around the world. Keep your eyes on the CommanderBond.net main page for all the latest details.

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'Quantum of Solace' Screening With Marc Forster At BFI Southbank

BFI Southbank has announced a very special screening of Quantum of Solace featuring director Marc Forster for this upcoming March.

James Bond fans will be treated to a high-definition screening of Daniel Craig’s latest 007 adventure just before it arrives on Blu-ray and DVD around the world. A special ‘in conversation’ discussion with Forster will compliment the event.

This Quantum of Solace screening is scheduled for Wednesday, 4 March at 18:30 NFT1. Early booking is strongly recommended. Click here for full details.

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We are delighted to be able to present this very special high-definition screening and event which marks the launch of the worldwide box office phenomenon Quantum of Solace as it explodes onto Blu-ray disc and DVD.

Daniel Craig reprises his role as the world’s favourite secret agent in this high octane action adventure of treachery, murder and deceit. Picking up the storyline shortly after the end of Casino Royale, this is the first direct sequel in the longest running film franchise in history. Betrayed by Vesper, the woman he loves, 007 fights the urge to make his latest mission personal. Pursuing his determination to uncover the truth, Bond and M (Judi Dench) interrogate Mr White (Jesper Christensen) who reveals the organisation that blackmailed Vesper is far more complex and dangerous than anyone had imagined… In a mission that leads him to Austria, Italy and South America, Bond allies with old friends, but with the British Government and the CIA working against him, he must kill or be killed to uncover the truth.

Early booking recommended for this evening that will no doubt whet the appetites of Bond fans everywhere for the forthcoming Cubby Broccoli season that will run throughout April and May and will include screenings of all 22 Bond films.

Quantum of Solace is released on Blu-ray and DVD on 23 March by MGM and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.

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James Bond Earns Another $1.3 Million In Japan

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While it’s safe to say that the box office business for Quantum of Solace is definitely winding down, there are still some earnings coming in around the world.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Daniel Craig’s second James Bond film grossed $1.3 million from 346 screens in its third weekend in Japan. This follows a record-breaking $6.5 million opening weekend in the country and a second weekend gross of $2.7 million.

This latest addition pushed the cumulative international total for Quantum to $401.6 million. 2006’s Casino Royale remains the record holder for the series with a $426.7 million total.

Worldwide, the cumulative box office total for the 22nd Bond film is at an estimated $570 million.

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'Quantum of Solace' Misses Out On BAFTA Awards

Daniel Craig

James Bond wasn’t able to conquer the BAFTA Awards this year as Quantum of Solace came away empty-handed after being nominated in two categories.

The 22nd Bond film was up for awards in the Special Visual Effects and Sound categories, but lost to The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Slumdog Millionaire, respectively.

2006’s Casino Royale won the latter award when it was nominated two years ago.

Daniel Craig made an appearance at the event along with girlfriend Satsuki Mitchell. Craig handed out the Best Actress award, which went to Kate Winslet for her role in The Reader. Craig briefly spoke about the show to the BBC News (click here to listen).

Daniel Craig and Satsuki Mitchell at the BAFTAs

For further photos from the event, visit Just Jared. Click here for the full list of winners.

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'Quantum' International Total Closes In On $400 Million

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James Bond is closing in on the $400 million mark internationally.

According to Screen Daily, Quantum of Solace grossed $2.7 million over the weekend from 455 screens in 21 markets, bringing its international (non-US) total to $398 million.

The biggest contribution came from Japan, where the 22nd 007 film took in $2.6 million from 346 screens in its second weekend. Quantum‘s cumulative total there stands at $12.7 million.

Counting this latest international addition, the worldwide box office total for Quantum of Solace is expected to be around the $566-67 mark.

Keep you eyes locked on the CommanderBond.net main page for full details as they are made available.

'Quantum of Solace' Pre-order Exclusive At HMV

As was the case with Casino Royale two years ago, the pre-order exclusives for Quantum of Solace on Blu-ray and DVD are coming in.

HMV has slashed the prices on the 2-disc Special Edition DVD and Blu-ray disc of the 22nd James Bond film down to £12.99 and £17.99, respectively.

Furthermore, the retailer is offering 007 fans who pre-order an exclusive limited edition copy of Bond On Set: Filming Quantum of Solace by photographer Greg Williams.

• Order the Quantum of Solace (2-Disc Special Edition DVD) from HMV
• Order the Quantum of Solace (Blu-ray) from HMV

As the mid-March release date for the film approaches, there will likely be several more exclusives offered by retailers around the world. Keep your eyes on the CommanderBond.net main page for all the latest details.

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'Quantum of Solace' Has Record Bond Box Office Debut In Japan

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Even with an almost three-month wait, the James Bond buzz in Japan was at an all time high this weekend.

Quantum of Solace finally debuted in theaters there this past Friday–the final territory for the 22nd 007 film–and set yet another box office record for the series.

According to Variety, Quantum pulled in $6.5 million over the weekend, soaring past the previous opening record of $3.2 million held by 2006’s Casino Royale.

This strong opening pushed the international (non-US) total for the Bond film up to $391.2 million.

Following its release in late 2006, Casino Royale went on to gross a cumulative $18.9 million in Japan.

Keep your browsers pointed to CommanderBond.net for the most up-to-date and complete Quantum of Solace coverage. Check out our continually updated box office report for all the latest news at how 007 is doing around the world.

Limited Edition 'Quantum of Solace' Cell Phone

Just as Quantum of Solace finally arrives in theatres in Japan, one of the country’s top telecommunications companies has launched a limited edition James Bond cell phone.

Mobile Magazine reports that KDDi au released a special 007-themed edition of their W63S cell phone, sporting a handset designed by Sony Ericsson this past Wednesday to tie-in with the release of the 22nd Bond film.

Retail price is set around $145 and this Quantum of Solace model is limited to only 3,000 units worldwide.

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Japan Gears Up For 'Quantum of Solace'

James Bond and Camille in Quantum of Solace

After months and months of waiting, this Friday, 23 January, will see the return of James Bond to Japan.

Quantum of Solace will arrive in theatres in the country, having opened in most other worldwide markets in November 2008. It is the final opening for the 22nd 007 film.

The Tokyo premiere for Quantum of Solace took place on 24 November 2008 at the city’s Toho Cinemas. Actors Daniel Craig and Olga Kurylenko along with director Marc Forster were present at the red carpet event (click here for photographs).

In terms of box office news, Screen Daily reports that early preview screenings of the Bond film have already pulled in $3 million. Craig’s debut 007 film, Casino Royale grossed a cumulative $18.9 million in the country back in late 2006 following a $3.2 million opening weekend.

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