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I had previously seen Casino Royale when it was released in theaters and I originally liked what I saw. However, two years went by and I suddenly forgot most of the film. So once I decided to buy a Blu-Ray Disc Player, I knew that I had to get it. I also had become a huge fan of Chris Cornell and the film's theme song "You Know My Name" from the opening and end credits. In my opinion, this was the best Bond song in the history of agent 007. Anyhow, getting back to the movie, the intro to Casino Royale is spectacular if viewed on a screen that does 1080p. No bond girls to speak of, but just cards and an animated James Bond roughing up some animated bad guys. Once that is over, the film immediately thrusts you right into the action with a chase scene that will surely blow out your subwoofer if you're not careful with the bass. Bond, shortly after, learns of his mission and gets going. He doesn't take on a ton of thugs as in the past Pierce Brosnan 007s, but instead gets involved in more dialogue with criminal characters before subduing them. When the action does take place, however, it shows agent 007 at his best since Sean Connery was still starring in the role. The storyline is actually very intriguing and believable, while the action may not correspond as well. ELLIPSIS, a mission known exclusively to some of the villains, becomes a target of M and Bond's agency, which in turn fuels the plot. A long poker game takes place among Bond and several other characters including one of Bond's key opponents. The film eventually peaks with an excellent action scene that ends tragically for Bond (notice, I said tragic, not fatal). But rest assured, Craig puts his own signature mark on the film in the end. The "Bond Girl" is hot once again, despite being younger than the past few darlings. She is well-prepared and keeps Bond in check very nicely. For a change, Vesper (her character name in the movie), unlike several Bond ladies, actually maintains a British accent along with Bond. Also unlike other Bond films, 007 actually falls in love with his screenmate. Without spoiling anything for anyone, I shall move on to the next highlight of the film. If you've never seen Daniel Craig act before or even if you have, you will not be disappointed, believe me. Pierce Brosnan was good in Goldeneye, perhaps, but not nearly as suave as Daniel Craig is here. He produces a more believable accent and his body type alone does more for the Bond persona then Brosnan ever could. But let's stick to the movie, shall we? Overall, if you have a chance to grab this one on Blu-Ray, do yourself the favor. The Blu-Ray experience is unlike that of any DVD you've ever watched, especially in 1080p. When combined with 5.1 Surround Speakers, you've got yourself a true hom theater in any room in your house. The sound rivals that of a Multiplex theater and the picture clarity is even better. The soundtrack, as always, is amazing. The acting is good and the action is awesome with great directing and cinematography as well. After all, would you ever expect anything less from "'Bond, James Bond'"?Read full review
These movies with the Blonde Bond just continue to get better. The producers have learned from the Borne movies and have moved to the great action fast paced style they use. Bond relies less on his gadgets, although a visit from Q would not be too bad from time to time. The changes from black and white to color effectively transition you from scenes in the past to the present and enhance your viewing pleasure, without confusing anyone (I know this because my wife-God bless her-cannot follow a movie unless it is completely linear). The action is non stop, especially the scene around the embassy. The two disc blu-ray adds some great features and is worth the two-five dollar increase, especially if you catch a great deal on here. All in all this is one of my favorite Bond movies and thankfully breathes new life into the series.Read full review
I'm not going to delve into the movie itself more of the tech side of it. I noticed that the original casino royale that came out a couple of yrs. earlier had a few features that were interesting but nothing that delved this deep into the movie before. The first thing that was an upgrade was the sound, TrueHD I think should've been on the original disc but for whatever the reason it's on this one now. I notice a big difference in sound design and music it's just better. Second is the features more of what I was looking for in this one, although there is some of the orig. features that this one has but more of it. The start up menu is also a nice touch during the menu screen there are playing cards flying around instead of the B&W images in the last one. Music video, more stunt stuff are all good here if you are a true fan of Bond, trade up and get this one instead, just don't pay over $20 for it.Read full review
Unbelievable!!!! This movie should have been a whole lot bigger at the Box office then it was. Everybody was just plain sick of the James Bond movies because of the last couple of dud Bonds.... BOND IS BACK in a form never before seen on the screen, Truer to the original books and one hell of great job!!!! This one even the women will really appreciate. ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW!!! GET IT AND GET IT NOW!!!! P.S. This bond cannot only kick all the other Bonds butts at the same time, he can also out act the others. Sorry Sean Connery, You'll always be Bond to me, but this is the BEST BOND MOVIE EVER!!!!!!!
I was expecting this to be an uncut version however, I am satisfied with the dvd. It would be better had it been with the added clips.
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