Tips for seeing this film
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1) You might need to sit a bit further back than usual. It's a bit Bourne like, and I made sure for the third movie I saw it from the balconly, like watching it on the plasma telly. That said, only the opening scene is really that hard to follow.
2) Avoid Odeon Leicester Square. It's not just me. I don't think the sound quality is that good. Graham Rye has mentioned it on another review. I couldn't easily hear the dialogue, though I could hear it. Try Greenwich 02 maybe, bigger screen, good quality. Again, balcony might be better.
2) Avoid Odeon Leicester Square. It's not just me. I don't think the sound quality is that good. Graham Rye has mentioned it on another review. I couldn't easily hear the dialogue, though I could hear it. Try Greenwich 02 maybe, bigger screen, good quality. Again, balcony might be better.
"This is where we leave you Mr Bond."
Roger Moore 1927-2017
Roger Moore 1927-2017
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The plot surrounding Greene's actions in Bolivia is - in my personal opinion - slightly over-complicated. If you get confused by it, don't worry about it. Just concentrate on the parallel missions of Bond and Camille.
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
Loeffs, I'm afraid I may have to wade into this one on non-spoilers, though I've been positive about in to some extent on quick reviews. (And sincerely, the good points such as cinematography are very good). Anyway, that's one review you'll want to miss, so I'm giving you fair warning!
Roger Moore 1927-2017
Roger Moore 1927-2017
I think you're absolutely spot on here, the further away the better to get it into perspective. I saw it for the second time today and sat closer than last time due to arriving at the cinema late and found it much harder to watch (particularly the opening sequence!) without feeling a bit lost in the editing.
I know this might sound (unintentionally) a touch patronising but I would also try to watch the film with as few pre-conceptions as possible. I did as others have and read a few too many reviews and expected a total horror of a film but I didn't find it that way at all.
Keep in mind this is a direct continuation to CR, giving that a look beforehand will help you understand what’s going on.
Remember that QoS features rapid fire editing. While it gets the heart pumping and keeps you on your toes, it makes it impossible to zone out or you will miss something – so concentrate!
The film is the shortest Bond film ever, though I hear it’s more than long enough for what the film demands. You’ll be drained and exhilarated, but just don’t go in expecting an epic OHMSS or CR length.
The film does not open with a gun barrel, but don’t fret, it’s at the end of the film. And yes, Craig doesn’t sleep around much in this film - for Bond to bed ten or so women in this film after losing Vesper in CR just wouldn’t be right. Nor does he use his catchphrases. I don't see how leaving these things out make it any less of a Bond film.
Everything is done for a reason in this film, to create an atmosphere and a particular feeling. If we understand that, when we step into the theatre we will be a step closer to appreciating it.
Get the small popcorn and munch it through the ads and trailers - problem solved
Here's a tip for seeing this film: ignore anything anyone on this thread, or any number of threads like it, has said. Go see a movie and enjoy it.
@merseytart
You know...that's got to be the most sensible thing anyone has said on this thread so far ! -{