That's him!
I have been setting an eye on "Quantum of Solace" since Daniel Craig began to appear in the premieres of the new 007 sequel all over the world. Matching to my analytical nature, I have developed a deep interest in detective stories and spy movies since I was a little girl. I still remember how I got mesmerised in Conan series and Agatha Christie's books, stealing time to read them at nap-time, staying overlong in the toilet to finish a chapter, and having fervent discussions on the plots and characters. Invariably, sometimes I got too scared by the cruel actions of the villains and it was time for my mother to step in and console me by insisting that only minorities faced that kind of danger. In this way, my passion and fear for eerie vocations like detectives and spys grow at the same time.
When I was old enough to interpret movies, there came the Oscar award-winning blockbuster "Bodyguard" and then the seemingly endless series of 007 movies. My mother is a fan of Bond. I do not know exactly which actor she likes. At the time she introduced the omnipotent, observant and intelligent Bond to me, surely it was not Daniel Craig. According to the time, perhaps her hero was somewhere between Pierce Brosnan and Timothy Dalton, or even earlier, Roger Moore. I could not tell.
The first 007 movie I watched was the hot-to-the-core "Golden Eye" spearheaded by Pierce Brosnan. Intrigued by the stunts in the film, though I could not grasp the relationship between characters, I could definitely have a superb visual feast. Action scenes have always been one characteristic feature of Bond movies (I do not deny there are other iconic features), but beyond pure fighting and revenging, there are more witty and humorous elements in the series that keep audience engaged. Undoubtedly, "Quantum of Solace" is not an exception.
Following the plot of "Casino Royale" which I have not watched, the new sequel focuses on the revenges which are carried forward in double lines, James Bond's and Camillie's. The movie shows an array of characters which deepens the theme of the movie, including the feisty Camillie, the villainous Dominic Greene, the brave M16 agent Strawberry Field, the lusty exiled General Medrano and the retired agent Marthis. The destinies of these characters are entwined as the truth was gradually uncovered, increasing the complexity of the plot while stimulating people to ponder about it.
Another impressive bonus point of the film is showing two scenes with similar atmosphere craftily and simultaneously . In the beginning scene, when Bond was hunting down Mitchell, the exciting Palio di Siena(Italian horse race) was in progress. Similarly, when Bond disrupted the planning of Tierra Project by Quantum members, the Italian composer Puccini's tragedic opera reverberated in the hall, striking a superb effect. This "double line" strategy makes the movie even more classy and delicate, which I appreciate a lot.
Daniel at the premiere
With Co-star
With Wife
Greene with "flowers" =P
However, I have to admit that not everyone likes 007 movies, considering some violence scenes as well as the accusation that they have the potential to "pollute" young minds. Moreover, not everyone gets intoxicated by Daniel's greenish-blue eyes and his muscular body. Still, I believe that the beauty of arts, including films, exists even in its crudest forms, exists in the reality of our modern life. So, why not sit back, enjoy it and extract its essence while disposing of all the "pollutants" that might get you sick?
Get a ticket and enjoy your time with James Bond.
Yes! This is the one!
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