All I can say is, "Wow!"

I finally saw my first movie since the Narnia movie... back in the before time. I decided to treat myself to Casino Royale. And, wow!

I've been a huge James Bond fan since graduating high school. However, unlike a lot of fans, I wasn't apprehensive about the casting of Daniel Craig, I wasn't concerned about the change of direction in the Bond franchise. In fact, I went into the movie with an open mind, and I wasn't disappointed in the slightest.

Quite the contrary, in fact!

I'll admit I was a little confused by the timeline, but it didn't take long for me to suspend it. I'm sure somewhere on the internet there is an explanation... I'm not that big of a Bond-geek.

Craig's performance as Bond was fabulous, he was cold, calculated, charming and confident... all at once! He brought a very real sense to the character that has never been there. The closest we've seen to this quality is Connery's Bond.

Sure, some of the scenes stretched my suspension of disbelief pretty thin... but I thoroughly enjoyed the movie anyway. Totally!

And Eva Green as the leading lady? My God, she's absolutely stunning! I might just have a new favorite Bond girl!

I am so glad I saw this on what's probably my final opportunity to see it on the big screen... those freckles made me melt into the seat! =^)

I suppose I'll have to pick this up on DVD Tuesday... absolutely! Here's to hoping this film sets a new standard for future Bond movies.

And *finally* getting the martini right was a definite plus! =^)

What i'm listening to:

Reason Why
Rachael Yamagata
Happenstance