'Quantum' Bond Girls At The Empire Awards

As earlier reported on the CommanderBond.net main page, Bond girls Olga Kurylenko and Gemma Arterton were in attendance at Sunday evening’s Empire Awards ceremony, where Quantum of Solace came away with two awards, including Best Thriller.

Both of film’s leading ladies spoke to Absolute Radio on the red carpet before and after the event.

When asked if she’d return in a future Bond film, Kurylenko stated: ‘I don’t know that. If they want me to, I’ll do it because it’s really one of the most amazing experiences one can have. If you were there, then you’d know what I’m talking about, so of course.’

Walking out of the ceremony with Quantum‘s Best Thriller award in hand, Kurylenko said she was going to hand the award off to producer Barbara Broccoli.

‘It’s all the people that worked on the movie that deserve it. We were… I don’t know how many… 300 I think and immense work has been done on the film and everyone worked so hard.’

Click on the below links to view the interviews:

Olga Kurylenko (YouTube)
Gemma Arterton (YouTube)

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Latest Literary 007 Release Round-up

This week sees the release of various James Bond-related books in both the US.

Due out tomorrow are three biographies, one for Sean Connery, another for Daniel Craig and lastly the reissue of Andrew Lycett’s in-depth examination of 007’s creator, Ian Fleming.

Daniel Craig: The Illustrated Biography

Daniel Craig: The Illustrated Biography looks at the life of this notoriously private actor, including his film and television appearances, his two-year marriage to Scottish actress Fiona Loudon (with whom he had a daughter, Ella) and his long-standing relationships with actress Heike Makatsch and film producer Satsuki Mitchell.

From humble beginnings on the Wirral, Merseyside in England where his mother was an art teacher and his father was the landlord of the Ring o’ Bells pub, Daniel Craig has worked long and hard for the high-profile career and international acclaim that are now his. Leaving home at the age of sixteen to join the National Youth Theatre in London, Daniel studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama before landing a series of minor roles in British television series, including the swashbuckling Sharpe’s Eagle with Sean Bean. Daniel’s first major break in a leading TV role came in the BBC TV series Our Friends In The North in 1996, when he was twenty-seven years old. Further TV work followed until he landed the role of Angelina Jolie’s lover in the 2001 movie Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. Establishing his Hollywood credentials, Daniel went on to appear in movies such as Sword of Honour and Road To Perdition, leading to his first starring role in 2004 in the thriller, Layer Cake.

By now a movie veteran with more than a dozen film acting roles under his belt. Daniel would go on to appear in another handful of films before it became known, early in 2005, that he was to become the sixth official screen Bond in the twenty-first Bond movie, Casino Royale. Although his appointment was controversial, heavily criticized by some Bond fans, his performance was widely praised. Having signed a multi-million dollar contract to appear in five Bond movies, Daniel will next appear, “Licensed to Kill” as 007, in the November 2008 release Quantum of Solace. Daniel has other movie roles slated for 2009, including I Lucifer, before beginning work on the as yet untitled Bond 23.

• Order Daniel Craig: The Illustrated Biography from Amazon.com

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Sean Connery: Neither Shaken Nor Stirred

This is a biography of the actor, Sean Connery, who was born and brought up in an Edinburgh tenement, the son of a van driver and a charlady. Having left school at 13 and had a variety of jobs, including brickie and milkman, he spent three years in the Navy until invalided out with ulcers, and took up body-building and won a bronze medal in a Mr Universe contest.

Deciding on an acting career, he made his film debut in 1956 and the major break came with his appearance in the first James Bond film, Dr No. The book traces Connery’s career and also examines the contradictions of the man himself – one who is renowned for watching the pennies but gives generously to charities; a dedicated Scottish Nationalist who lives as an unrepentant tax exile; a star who sues film companies whilst being admired throughout the industry for professionalism, hard work and commitment; a sex symbol barely touched by scandal.

• Order the US paperback edition of Sean Connery: Neither Shaken Nor Stirred from Amazon.com

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Ian Fleming: The Man Behind James Bond

Ian Fleming’s life was just as dramatic as that of his fictional creation–James Bond 007. Andrew Lycett’s direct access to Fleming’s family, friends nd contemporaries has enabled him to reveal–for the first time–the truth behind the complicated fa&ccedilade of this enigmatic and remarkable man.

With an extraordinary cast of characters, this is biography at its best–part history part gossip, part informed reassessment of one of the century’s most celebrated yet mysterious personalities.

• Order the US paperback edition of Ian Fleming: The Man Behind James Bond from Amazon.com

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Bond Girl Gemma Arterton Kisses And Tells

Following internet rumours sparked from a kiss between Gemma Arterton and Jake Gyllenhaal for the upcoming Disney epic, Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time, the Bond girl set the story straight and discussed her work in Quantum of Solace with the Sydney Morning Herald.

‘I didn’t tongue Jake Gyllenhaal,’ laughs the 23-year-old British actress. ‘That was a misquote and a half. Somebody asked me if I used my tongue and I said, ‘Well, I gave him a kiss and perhaps my tongue slipped’ and I thought, “Oh God no, what have I done?”‘

‘And then they said that I tongued him, which I didn’t. Which he’s probably very upset about and Reese Witherspoon is also probably a bit upset as well. You know, you snogged my boyfriend. No I didn’t, it was an accident.’

Arterton continues, giggling: ‘Yeah, I think I did the same with Daniel [Craig]. I get so carried away and he is an incredible kisser.’

Even with relatively limited screen time, Arterton’s Agent Strawberry Fields was generally viewed as a highlight in the 22nd James Bond film.

‘I never, ever, ever thought I’d be considered for Bond,’ she stated. ‘And when I got it, it was so out of this world that I decided I wasn’t going to put any pressure on myself and I wasn’t going to try and live up to anybody’s expectations and I was just going to enjoy it. And I did.’

‘I just did it,’ says Arterton of her love scene, which took place on her first day of shooting on Quantum. ‘Then Daniel started kissing up my back and … I went, “Oh my God, this is crazy.” But I never think about things too much, which is sometimes good and sometimes bad.’

‘I just keep taking it as it comes but it was a bit weird when my mum called. She said, “What are you doing?” I said, “I’m kissing Daniel Craig.” It was very out of this world.’

Her next role will be in Louis Leterrier’s upcoming remake of Clash of The Titans opposite Sam Worthington, who was one of the contenders for the role of 007 before it ultimately went to Craig.

‘I hope he’s nice because we have to fall in love,’ laughs Arterton. The film has a March 2010 release date.

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James Bond Voted #1 Hero In Entertainment Weekly Poll

James Bond has been named Hollywood’s number one hero in a new poll from Entertainment Weekly.

The IMDb reports that 007 beat the likes Superman, Spiderman and Indiana Jones (who came in second place) to grab the top spot in the magazines Top 20 Heroes poll.

Other heroes that made the top ten included Sigourney Weaver’s Alien heroine Ellen Ripley, Robin Hood, Spider-Man and Die Hard‘s John McClane.

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'Quantum of Solace' Bags Two Wins At The Empire Awards

James Bond has once again triumphed at the Empire Awards, scoring two wins out of its five nominations.

Quantum of Solace fought off stiff competition (including Best Picture winner No Country For Old Men) to take home Best Thriller at last night’s ceremony.

“It’s such a pleasure being here tonight and I’m very happy to receive this award,” said Olga Kurylenko, who accepted the trophy. “First of all I’d like to thank all the readers of Empire for supporting our film, and I accept this award on behalf of everyone who worked on Quantum of Solace. It was wonderful to work with people from the UK – by now it feels like home to me because I’ve spent so much time here. I especially want to thank Barbara Broccoli, Michael Wilson, Marc Forster and of course Daniel Craig.”

Meanwhile, Gemma Arterton scored a win for Best Newcomer. Last year, Arterton appeared in Quantum of Solace and RocknRolla. She has been previously nominated for her role in St Trinian’s.

“I’m completely winging this,” Arterton said during her acceptance speech. “I never prepare for anything. Watching that I realise how wonderful all the nominees are, really and truly, especially Toby [Kebbell] who’s a good friend of mine. But thank you all very much, it does mean a lot. Have a great night everyone!”

A full list of winners for the categories in which Quantum of Solace was nominated is below.

Best Thriller

• Quantum of Solace (winner)
• No Country For Old Men
• Changeling
• Gone Baby Gone
• Eagle Eye

Best Actor

• Daniel Craig – Quantum of Solace
• Daniel Day Lewis – There Will Be Blood
• Christian Bale – The Dark Knight (winner)
• Robert Downey Jr – Iron Man
• Johnny Depp – Sweeney Todd

Best Actress

• Olga Kurylenko – Quantum of Solace
• Angelina Jolie – Changeling
• Ellen Page – Juno
• Sally Hawkins – Happy Go Lucky
• Helena Bonham Carter – Sweeney Todd) (winner)

Best Newcomer

• Gemma Arterton (winner)
• Robert Pattinson
• Jim Sturgess
• Toby Kebell
• Hayley Atwell

Best Soundtrack

• Quantum of Solace
• Mamma Mia! (winner)
• Sweeney Todd
• RocknRolla
• There Will Be Blood

In 2007, Casino Royale conquered at the awards, landing Best Film, Best Actor (Daniel Craig) and Best Newcomer (Eva Green).

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Bond Girl Max Versterhalt Discusses 007 On 'Dave White Presents'

When you think of Bond girls, the name Max Versterhalt might not jump to mind. However, she not only appeared in Roger Moore’s 1981 For Your Eyes Only, she was originally intended to be one of its stars.

On the next edition of the online radio show, ‘Dave White Presents,’ Max tells her story, of how a poster of her promoting Greek tourism brought her to the attention of Cubby Broccoli, what went on during the filming of the casino scene, and what she thought of Roger Moore and director John Glen. She discusses a new website currently being constructed about ‘Bond Girls of Color.’ In addition, ‘Dave White Presents’ will debut some of Max’s newly recorded jazz tunes not yet heard anywhere else!

The other guests are Lonnie Burr, an original member of the Mickey Mouse Club Mouseketeers and David Vasquez, author of Mr. Swan’s Big Idea; The Revitalization of America’s Railroads.

These interviews, plus the usual “predictably unpredictable” comedy bits, will first air this Tuesday, 31 March, at 7:30 p.m. Pacific time, 10:30 EST over–WWW.KSAV.org.

On April 1, the show will become available for 24/7 access at WWW.audioentertainment.org.

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The Bond Museum

Following up yesterday’s news that a 5 April opening date had been announced Keswick’s James Bond Museum, CommanderBond.net now has in-depth details on the numerous vehicles and gadgets featured in the 007 series that will be on display.

Full press release information follows below:

The Bond Museum

An exciting new museum will open in the Lake District on the 5th of April 2009. The Bond Museum is the brainchild of Peter Nelson who has been collecting James Bond items for 20 years and now has the biggest private collection in the World. The museum will feature several Aston Martin and Lotus cars used in the Bond films along side many other vehicles including the actual Russian T55 main battle tank used in the film GoldenEye, as well as boats , planes and even a Bell Jetranger helicopter.

The 5th of April is also a very special date being the 100th anniversary of the birth of the late Albert R (Cubby) Broccoli. As a tribute to the Bond producer Nelson will unveil a bust on that date at the museum.

Nelson has also collected many of the props from the films, several being donated by many of the actors and crew. One of the iconic items on display will be the original Colibri Golden Gun plus many Q gadgets. However, it is the vehicles, many of which have never been seen by the public which will form the centre piece of the museum.

Nelson also owns the now famous Cars of the Stars Motor Museum in the town, but because the current museum is too small to house his large collection of Bond vehicles it had to have a new purpose built site close by.

“This will be a museum dedicated to the fans of 007,” states Nelson, who was a school boy when he first read the books of Ian Fleming and later became a fan himself of the films. “Like many others I have grown up with James Bond and its fantastic that the franchise continues in the very capable hands of the Fleming family, Barbara Broccoli, Michael Wilson and family,” says Nelson.

Ask him who is his favourite Bond and he states that each Bond was perfect for that era however his favourite film is Goldfinger, simply because it features the gadget laden DB5 which he states is the greatest car ever made–he should know he has two!

But Nelson has had his problems building such a major attraction, namely the sheer cost of the project. When he required a further extension to his overdraft he sent a very ‘tongue in cheek’ fax to his bank manager stating that failure to comply with his request would result in demolition of the bank with his tank. When the fax was intercepted by one of the junior staff in the absence of the manager he thought it a serious threat and nearly called the police! However the manager eventually granted the payment without recourse to Nelson’s threat!

At one time Nelson thought about selling the entire collection and did approach Christies, but on reflection he felt that it would be a shame to split the collection up since it is one of great historic as well as cultural importance. “Fans of Bond will want to see this collection in it’s entirety” Nelson states. And he has ensured that the museum has been completed to a standard that will impress visitors and also help to promote the films and the books. Nelson said that he is re reading Fleming’s books and has been so impressed how well written they are. “New Bond books have been written, but you simply can’t equal Fleming: he was an outstanding author”, says Nelson. Nelson also states that he is a great admirer of the work of Cubby Broccoli who he sites as a genius in his ability in finding and attracting the very best cast and crew for the films. “The most amazing thing is that Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson have been able to carry on Cubby’s superb legacy extremely well indeed, which was no mean feat.” He is therefore sure that Bond will go on for many years to come.

The museum will be open from the 5th April 10am to 5pm. The unveiling of Nelsons bust of ‘Cubby’ at 10am on that morning.

List of vehicles in the collection:

• Vanquish Aston Martin from Die Another Day – the actual hero car used by Pierce Brosnan in the film.
• DB5 Uncle/Goldfinger car – The actual gadget laden car used in period Man from Uncle film, driven by James Bond. The original car was stolen.
• DB5 from GoldenEye – The actual Hero car used by Piece Brosnan
• Aston Martin V8 – The Living Daylights – The actual car used in the film
• Aston Martin DBS – On Her Majesty’s Secret Service – The actual car used in the film
• Lotus Esprit S1 from The Spy Who Loved Me – The actual car used in the film
• The Underwater Submarine from The Spy Who Loved Me – The actual submarine used
• Lotus Esprit Turbo white – For Your Eyes Only – The actual car used in the film
• Lotus Esprit Turbo copper – For Your Eyes Only – The actual car used in the film
• Scaramanga’s car – The Man With The Golden Gun – The actual car used in the film
• Mustang from Diamonds Are Forever – The actual two wheel stunt car
• General Ourumov’s Volga from GoldenEye – The actual car used in the film
• Renault Taxi from A View To A Kill – The actual car used in the film
• Tuk Tuk taxi – Both goodies and baddies from Octopussy – The actual vehicles used in the film
• Dragon tank – Dr No – a recreation for a major Bond event
• Mini Bede jet – Octopussy – From the Ian Fleming Foundation
• Skiddoo – Die Another Day – The actual vehicle from the film
• Parahawk – The World Is Not Enough – The actual vehicle from the film
• Jet Pack – Thunderball with a figure of Sean Connery. Especially built for a major show but some original parts included
• Toyota 2000 GT – You Only Live Twice – Thought to be one of only two/three in the world – with the original control panel from the film fitted
• Q Boat – The World Is Not Enough – The actual car/boat used in the film
• Fairey Huntress – From Russia With Love – The actual boat used in the film
• BMW Motorcycle – Tomorrow Never Dies – Both bikes including Pierre Goys own bike.
• Cagiva – GoldenEye – The actual bike used in the film
• Rocket firing Motorcycle from Thunderball – The actual one used in the film
• The Spy Who Loved Me bike with exploding side car – The actual one used in the film
• Space Shuttle – Model – The actual one used in the film Moonraker
• The Hovercraft from Die Another Day – The actual one used in the film
• The Glastron Speedboat from Live And Let Die – The actual one used in the film – the gold boat that Bond drives through wedding party
• Various other show/promotional items and vehicles. Including the red Glastron GT150 boat (claimed to be original but no docs!) Small Mig fighter from GoldenEye. Citroen 2cv display – model and full size.
• The Spy Who Loved Me Pinewood Reunion Wetbike
• The actual Landrover from Casino Royale
• Little Nel. Second cousin twice removed of Little Nellie Exhibition autogyro
• The ‘Pinewood’ The Spy Who Loved Me Stromberg Black 206 Jet Ranger Helicopter
• BMW 750iL Tomorrow Never Dies – with the actual blue screen Ericcson telephone
• Triumph Stag used by Sean in Diamonds are Forever
• Tank from GoldeneEye model – The actual one used in the film
• The actual Beach Buggy used in the film For Your Eyes Only
• The actual Russian T55 main battle tank from GoldenEye

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James Bond Is Australia's Biggest Home Entertainment Seller Of '09

Following up the news that Quantum of Solace had become the biggest home entertainment release in the UK for 2009, Film Ink reports that this success has also continued in Australia.

According to the site, Daniel Craig’s second James Bond film has become the number one seller for 2009, with sales of 77,096 units on Blu-ray and DVD during the first week of release.

Of these 77,096 units, Film Ink notes that the percentage of Blu-ray sales was at 17%, an industry record.

‘Bond remains one of the world’s largest and most successful film franchises of all time,’ stated Chris Dunn, Managing Director of Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.

‘It’s certainly no surprise that fans would be very excited to own Quantum of Solace in all of its high-definition glory on Blu-ray Disc–a truly thrilling viewing experience.’

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'Quantum of Solace' Game Debuts In Japan

This past Thursday saw the release of Activision’s debut James Bond video game, Quantum of Solace, in Japan.

Published by Square Enix, Quantum of Solace is available on the Playstation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii and Playstation 2 platforms. The 007 title can currently be ordered online from Amazon.co.jp:

• Quantum of Solace (Playstation 3) at Amazon.co.jp
• Quantum of Solace (Xbox 360) at Amazon.co.jp
• Quantum of Solace (Nintendo Wii) at Amazon.co.jp
• Quantum of Solace (Playstation 2) at Amazon.co.jp

The original press release follows:

SQUARE ENIX to Publish Activision Blizzard’s
James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace for Japanese Market in March 2009

Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix) today announced that Square Enix has signed with Activision Blizzard Pty Limited (Activision Blizzard), an Australian subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. to publish Activision Blizzard’s James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace video game in Japan, and that it will be released for PLAYSTATION 3, PlayStation 2, Xbox 360 and Wii on March 26, 2009.

In the increasingly consolidating video game industry, Square Enix has been implementing strategic initiatives to expand its product lineup and strengthen its presence as a global game publisher.

James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace is the first Activision Blizzard title Square Enix will be releasing in Japan. It is based on the popular James Bond movie series in which actor Daniel Craig (James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace, James Bond 007: Casino Royale) plays Bond, an agent working for the British Secret Intelligence Service. In the game, players control Bond as he appears in Quantum of Solace and Casino Royale; completing various objectives including covert operations, sniping, and heated gunfights, while exploring stages based on actual scenes from the films.

For more information about the James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace video game, Activision Blizzard and Square Enix, please see the followings.

About James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace (video game)

• Title: James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace
• Platform: PLAYSTATION 3, PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, Wii
• Genre: First-person / third-person shooter
• Release Date: March 26, 2009
• Suggested Retail Price: PlayStation 2/Wii : 6,800 yen (w/tax : 7,140 yen) | PlayStation 3/Xbox 360 : 7,800 yen (w/tax : 8,190 yen)
• Player: 1 player
• Online mode: 1 to 12 (PlayStation 3/Xbox 360), 1 to 4 (Wii)
• Rating (CERO): C (Age 15 or above)

James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace (video game) Official Website

Gameplay

James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace was developed using a modified version of the game engine used in Call of Duty 4, a game renowned for its high-quality graphics and stellar controls.

To immerse players into the world of James Bond, several types of exciting gameplay have been implemented. In addition to stealth-based action and tense sniping missions, Quantum of Solace also introduces exciting new features such as “cover action,” which allows players to attack enemies from the shadows while staying out of the line of fire; and “takedown,” which makes it easier to neutralize enemies in close quarters.

About Activision Blizzard

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Blizzard, Inc. is a worldwide pure-play online, PC and console game publisher with leading market positions across every major category of the rapidly growing interactive entertainment software industry. Activision Blizzard maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Romania, Australia, Chile, India, Japan, China, South Korea and the region of Taiwan. (www.activisionblizzard.com)

Quantum of Solace © 2008 Danjaq, LLC, United Artists Corporation, Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. 007 Gun Logo and related James Bond Trademarks © 1962-2008 Danjaq, LLC and United Artists Corporation. Quantum of Solace, 007 and related James Bond Trademarks are trademarks of Danjaq, LLC. All Rights Reserved. “PlayStation” is registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Xbox and Xbox 360 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in Japan and/or other countries. Wii and WiiWare are trademarks of Nintendo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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'Quantum of Solace' On Blu-ray/DVD – What The Critics Said (Part III)

QUANTUM OF SOLACE – BLU-RAY/DVD

WHAT THE CRITICS SAID (PART III)

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Daniel Craig confirms in Quantum that he’s the best Bond since Connery [Blu-ray]

That’s certainly led to some mixed reviews for Quantum. Some fans have complained because it’s a departure from the more traditional stand-alone Bond adventure format, and critics bemoan the fact that there’s not as much humor and style, and that there’s too much action up front, and that the film is too short. Here’s what I say to all that: NUTS!

Let me give you a bit of sage advice. The best thing you can do for yourself going into Quantum, is to re-watch Casino Royale first, preferably RIGHT beforehand. You’ll be glad you did, because this movie picks up literally one hour after the last film ended, and there’s no recap. You’re thrust right smack into the middle of the action, going 100kph with lead flying, and you’d better be ready for it. ‘Cause if you’re not, you’re gonna be left in the dust pretty quickly…

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The Digital Bits

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This instalment looks fine, but the story itself is suffering

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

With a third Craig outing assured, perhaps they will pick up the dramatic pace as well as the frantic action stakes. With the introduction of an organisation that is pitted against Bond the next instalment could go somewhere interesting. But with his “revenge” thread sorted out (sort of?) the writers are going to have to come up with something very interesting. Perhaps a decent villain(s) and maybe less Bond girls’ next time out instead of retreading the conventions of past glories. They were wise to drop the whole Q Gadgets and Moneypenny aspects, now maybe they can drop a few more Bond conventions and truly make the next one different…

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Den of Geek

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Quantum of Solace is an intensely exciting James Bond adventure [Blu-ray]

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Quantum of Solace is an exceptional James Bond picture that was unfairly maligned by critics. Perhaps the film’s abrupt beginning, which starts without alerting audiences to the plot of the previous film, caught viewers who weren’t intimately familiar with Casino Royale off guard. As such, viewers of Quantum of Solace are advised to re- watch Casino Royale immediately prior to beginning the film. MGM’s Blu-ray presentation of the film is first rate; its reference grade video and audio set new standards in Blu-ray quality. Those on the lookout for supplements, however, will be disappointed in the slim selection of extras included with the release. Quantum of Solace is an intensely exciting James Bond adventure that ties up loose ends from Casino Royale, while cementing Daniel Craig’s place among the best Bonds in history. Quantum of Solace receives my highest recommendation…

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Blu-ray.com

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Quantum of Solace is a fine Bond adventure, but it doesn’t quite stack up against Casino Royale [Blu-ray]

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Solace is not operating on the flashy mediocrity of Brosnan’s films, but it’s also not doing the stakes Royale established justice. It’s the Bond movie we don’t mind having as a diversion, but it’s not the Bond film we deserve. Daniel Craig is arguably the best Bond since Connery, he should be sparring with Vesper or Le Chiffre equivalents, not Paul Greengrass-ing over rooftops and into sinkholes.

The first direct sequel in the Bond series, QoS picks up shortly after Casino Royale and finds 007 (Daniel Craig) investigating the shadowy network that recruited Vesper to serve as its double agent. M (Dame Judi Dench) fears that Bond is merely on a personal vendetta, but the secret agent insists that he is only concerned with doing his duty. During his globe-hopping quest — which takes him to Italy, Haiti, Austria and, finally, Bolivia — Bond identifies several leading members of the mysterious Quantum organization, including eco-friendly tycoon Dominic Greene (Mathieu Amalric)…

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IGN

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Pretty much a full-throttled rollercoaster ride [Blu-ray]

Like in Casino Royale, Bond basically stumbles his way through the conspiracy using violence and his quick thinking to put the pieces together in time to save the world–or at least the part of the world he is in at the time.

Once again, I think Daniel Craig’s portrayal of Bond was great, and he seems to be more comfortable with the character in his second outing. This is not a comical Bond, a flirting Bond, or even a Connery Bond. Craig’s Bond is one part thug and one part cold blooded assassin.

Some critics knock the franchise’s reinvention as being too similar to the Bourne films, but I think they have finally gotten it right. Not since the early Sean Connery Bond films, has the character felt real (although he does have more than a few Superman moments in this one), and I give credit to Craig’s stripped down and reserved performance as Bond…

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Monsters and Critics

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Quantum Of Solace is still a fine slam-bang Bond movie for the new generation

Coming off the knockout punch that was Daniel Craig’s debut in Casino Royale, there had to be a little Bond letdown, and Quantum Of Solace is it. From the weird title, to the aneurysm-inducing action, to the convoluted plot and oddly diluted villain, there’s a lot by which to be under-whelmed. However, Craig’s performance is a fine piece of work, bringing real emotion and subtlety to a character that’s often just a cartoon. It’s certainly not great Bond, revealing numerous opportunities to tweak the formula, but Quantum Of Solace is still a fine slam-bang Bond movie for the new generation, with touches of real grace. This two-disc special edition is Recommended…

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DVD Talk

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