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Summary: I've Seen it... I Like What I've Seen
Review: Really a 4 and a half. I saw this movie on Friday, when it came out. I won't go throught the pleasentries (the plot points), and I definitely don't want to spoil anything, so I'll just give out the characters and a small background.
James Bond- If you don't know, then you don't deserve to know. Jinx- Played to perfection by Halle Berry, she is the female equivalent to James Bond (except she's American), sacrificing brawn for sexiness. Miranda Frost- MI6 agent. Proper, beautiful, and supposedly wants nothing to do with Bond. Gustave Graves- Millionaire with own diamond company and mine in Iceland. Past shrouded in mystery. Zao- All-around bad guy from North Korea. Bond gave him "expensive acne".
This movie starts out with an explosive beginning, with the suaveness thats been missing since the days of Connery (but has almost been reached by Brosnans Goldeneye). The usual jokes are there, but the beginning has a twist new to the Bond series. I especially like how you could see what was happening to Bond during the song and credits in the beggining.
From there, you get a great, fast paced action movie, with a lot of in-jokes that even casual Bond fans will enjoy. The car is the best since Goldfinger (they finally returned to their roots and used an Aston Martin-the exquisite V12 Vanquish). They push the plot along nicely, and all the scenes are pumped with action and jokes.
The end becomes a little too much (I felt it could have done with a toning down), but luckily it doesn't ruin the movie. One joke involving Moneypenny at the end is simply halarious.
All in all, this is a top-notch Bond flick, and deserves at least one viewing. The jokes are great, the gagdets are great, the girls are great, the action is great. Its all great.
See it. You won't regret it.
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Summary: Awesome But Goldeye is The best!
Review: One word: Outstanding!! This movie is the best since Goldeye(not much competition). Goldeneye was Brosnan's best Bond film but this one tops most Older Bonds. With great special effects, great action sequences, and fighting sequences. Halle Berry might have been a bit to strong, but her character fit this movie perfect. Th people who put this down were correct in that it's not believable, but HEY, this is JAMES BOND 007. Even in the olden days Bond wasnt believable. Just because what Bond did in the old movies is believable now, does mean that Bond has to get more advanced. Anyone who says that this was a waist of money, is totally wrong. See this movie, you will love it!
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Summary: Possibly the best James Bond movie yet!
Review: Advance word on "Die Another Day" was that it is the best James Bond 007 movie of the 40-year old series and it certainly does not disappoint with enough action and drama to fill two adventure movies.
All the ingredients that have made the Bond franchise the most successful series in the history of the cinema are here. The trick to making movies with such a prestigious lineage is to deliver what people expect but with a fresh twist and there are a number of ways in which "Die Another Day" delivers the goods in a new and exciting way.
The clues that one is in for something different in this, the 20th official movie, is immediately evident right from the famous gun-barrel sequence. We get the same cool, debonair figure move into the frame of the barrel, turn and fire, however in the "Die Another Day" version of this iconic symbol of 1960s pop culture, the bullet is seen shooting out towards the audience to provide an edginess for a new generation.
Minutes later another 007 trademark gets a facelift. The credits in the James Bond movies are famous for the silhouettes of ladies and abstract imagery. These are still present in the latest adventure but in a departure from tradition the credits are intercut with scenes of Bond undergoing a brutal interrogation.
The precredits mini-movie is breathlessly thrilling with Bond surfing into Korea in an effort to disrupt a diamond smuggling operation. With the same crew that provided the shots for the Keanu Reeves surfing adventure "Point Break" these surfboards are not your standard wooden planks but surfboards James Bond style laden down with gadgets and gizmos.
Captured by the Korean army and eventually released, Bond is treated with distrust by the western intelligence community, who believe he may be "damaged goods."
The brilliant interplay between Pierce Brosnan's James Bond and the Oscar winning actress Judi Dench (as his boss M) is as brilliant as ever, and it is when Bonds usefulness as an "outsider" is realized that Bond sets out to investigate the newest threat to world peace.
What follows is a globetrotting thrill ride that takes in locations as far afield as Cuba, Iceland and Korea. Along the way he teams up with an NSA agent named Jinx, played by Halle Berry fresh of her Oscar winning turn in "Monster's Ball."
Berry, who rises from the sea in a homage to Ursula Andress' entrance in the first movie "Dr. No," is incredible in the role of an agent who is every bit as much a female match for Bond.
It is no surprise seeing her dynamic performance in "Die Another Day" that talks are now underway for the actress to star in her own series of spy movies.
The plot, for what its worth, involves the usual world domination scenario with a splash of science fiction. Essentially it revolves around a plan of a Korean colonel to overpower South Korea, Japan and then the western world. Among the heavies is billionaire entrepreneur Gustav Graves (played with reserved zeal by Toby Stevens) who is not all that he seems with a mysterious past and an unknown identity.
Every villain in a Bond movie needs a special quirk or characteristic. In "The World is not Enough' the main heavie Renard was unable to feel pain, in this newest adventure Graves does not sleep and even wears Robocop-style body armor.
One of the standout action sequences in the movie involves a car chase across a glacier. Filmed for real, Bond comes to realizes some hard truths when it appears his adversaries car has just as many toys as his Aston Martin. For me this scene contains one of the best Bond stunts for the past half-century, simply put it's incredible and breath taking.
This Bond movie never lets up and leaves you exhilarated and thrilled. In an era where Bond has many imitators and pretenders to the throne of action hero (XXX, Austin Powers and Mission: Impossible) it's reassuring to know the original still has the goods to prove that nobody does it better than Bond, James Bond.
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Summary: Well worth the wait...
Review: Now we all know that even when Bond movies are average, they're still better than most movies. Knowing that you should know that this is no average bond movie. I really enjoyed this. It dips into the classic bond yet looks to the future as well. There are things for rookie bond fans and for those of us who pride ourselves on seeing them all.
Halle Berry (and Character 'jinx') went above and beyond my expectations. And the chemistry between her and Bond sizzles. And is noticeable from their first ten minutes together on screen. It really shows how far the Bond girl has come in 40 years. From damsel in distres to able bodied partner. Is it just me or did anyone else think that a character as tough as Jinx deserve more than a "Ford". That car is ugly anyways.
I loved the whole Zao Character. He just fit so well in a Bond movie. Other than that he just looked really cool. Especially when driving the Jag. I was even more impressed with the performance by Rosemund Pike's character 'Miranda Frost'. Or was I simply impressed with Rosemund Pike? I don't know Im getting ahead of myself. I loved her character. And the inevitable plot twist she brought with her. (but my lips are sealed)
Pierce? Well, what can I say. Second best Bond only to Sean Connery (and let's face it those are some big shoes to fill) He just fits the part so well. And is capable of keeping you paying attention to everything thats going on. that is if the plot doesn't already.
Over all This movie served as mouthwash to refresh the bad taste in my mouth from where 'The world is not enough' left off. But like I said if there is a bad bond film, i have yet to see it, and I've seen all 20.
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Summary: You have a license to thrill us once again Mr. Bond
Review: DIE ANOTHER DAY was in a word terrific. While it probably won't win any oscars or awards, on a level of movies that this one rests on, it is terrific. Bond movies were begining to be a little stagnant. Not that all of the Bond movies don't follow the same formula...there was not one scene that I couldn't see coming in THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH and hardly one line that I found remotely funny, and was thus very bored. THANKFULLY, for all of us Bond fans, DIE ANOTHER DAY succeeds brilliantly in injecting some surprise, great action, and even some new directing back into the francise. It's also good to see that the sprawling 60's style production of big futuristic sets have returned to the series not to mention Bond's newest rolling arsenal of destruction, the Aston Martin Vanquish is here to give those Beemer's the boot. DIE ANOTHER DAY's story has Bond getting into North Korea to assassinate a General, while he succeeds he is shortly captured and subjected to torture! For the next 14 months!! Released via prisoner exchange, M tells Bond that she has lost her faith in him and leaves him to rot in a Hospital while he is rehabilitating. Bond breaks free and goes from Cuba learning of a DNA experiment on the prisoner who he was excahnged for, and following a clue going to Iceland to see a billionaire demonstrate his new satelite, which secretly could be used for mass destruction via solar rays. Are the two men connected? Bond thinks so (so yes of course they are) and while working (or when they bump into each other) with a woman named Jinx who may or may not have her own agenda, the two must work to stop the mad pair. Not to sound trite, but I was glued to the screen. There was hardly a moment that I didn't like save for two occasions. Ice queen Miranda Frost (a contender for worst Bond girl with Britt Ekland in the annoying dept,) Is 100% pouty and has NO life, an allusion to her name being Frost maybe. The second is Maddona's theme song. I actually kinda like some of Maddona's more recent work, but this one was poppy and obnoxious. (Look for Maddona in the movie as a fencing coach.) The humor, well this could also be the funniest Bond movie. John Cleese is the only person imaginable to replace Q and he gets away with most of the best lines. The double entandres are as abundant as ever and you actually don't groan at all of them. Miss Moneypenny's little stunt near the end of the movie, is a near laugh riot. Over the top in a few places, yes but I didn't care at all. DIE ANOTHER DAY is excellant and ranks right up near the top for favorite Bond film. (After THE SPY WHO LOVED ME and FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE.) Bond fan? Your assignment....GET TO THE DAMN THEATER!! and when it comes out on DVD..... PICK IT UP!!
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Summary: Die Another Day is Dead in the Water Today
Review: This new installment of 007 was absolutely the WORST bit of junk I've ever seen. As a lifelone fan of James Bond, I was horrified to watch as this movie droned on and on with horrible "humor", a lackluster plot, and special effects that makes you think you're watching Star Wars. First of all, everyone loves the great one-liners that Bond spouts out from time to time for a bit of comedy. In this film, every character was full of bad jokes, and the movie began to take on the form of a bad comedy that leaves you cringing at the lack of humor. The special effects leave true Bond fans' mouths hanging open with virtual reality training glasses, ice palaces, and invisible cars, which makes you think you're just watching a spoof of James Bond instead of the real thing. Halle Berry delivers the performance that no actor should wish upon another, and the entire plot is as wishy washy as it is unbelievable. The action is descent, but unfounded. If you don't have a clue as to what a James Bond film is, if you like mindless action, or if you want to see James Bond pick up a light saber and use the force, then waste your money on this flick. Otherwise, rent The World is Not Enough or Goldeneye to see a good Pierce Brosnan 007 film. Honestly, I got the impression that the franchise rushed to get a Bond film out there simply to celebrate 40 years, and they certainly went overboard with allusions to other Bond films. Hey, at least 007 wasn't the only one betrayed by MI6.
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Summary: Best Bond in years...
Review: Die Another Day is a real movie not just a James Bond Movie. Unlike James Bond movies of the last 30 years you really feel your watching a movie that has substance to it. Now don't get me wrong this movie has everything James Bond fans love action, adventure, Outragous stunt, cool cars and Bond Girls. But it stays away from a lot of the one liners(they are still there, but there are less of them). The story is better, then the average Bond plot. It actually makes you think. And in this movie Pierce Brosnan finally takes the role over and makes it his own. He is the best Bond since Connery, by far. All that makes it a good James Bond Movie but what puts it over the top is two little words....Halle Berry, she is by far the sexiest woman to be in a Bond movie since Ursula Andress and the woman in From Russia With Love. Plus she is also the first real quality actress to play a Bond Girl, Judi Dench not included since she plays M. I could go on and on about the movie it all comes down to one thing if you like Bond films you will love this movie, it is a pleasent surprise.
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Summary: The Anticritic Reviews Die Another Day
Review: ..... Once again we are bombarded with a new james bond film. With each new installment desperately trying to outdo its predecessor. Die Another Day is no different from any other bond film as far as the usual flow goes and we are treated to a healthy indulgence of pyro technics with a side of lean grade A women. This film is openly simple and one dimensional and to make it into anything else is not only silly, but stupid. This is meant to be nothing more than trashy fun, which is what we all need every once in a while whether we admit it or not. Pierce Brosnan once again returns as the super british spy/assassin and probably will continue to milk james bond as much as he can. .... I just hope Pierce continues on into something else next time, although seeing him as bond is enough for the time being. Along for the ride is Halle ... Berry. She almost becomes a catwoman sort of character to bond who must deal with her for the most part. The supporting cast is nothing noteworthy aside from John Cleese having fun with Q. Although all the bond gadgets in the world can't penetrate Harry Potter's magical force field, at least this is a nice diversion from it. PROS: Sets - I must say that the sets in this film is excellent. The ice palace alone had me gaping in awe and wanting to see what else we would see, whether it gets destroyed or not. Theme song - i'm asking to get beat down for this I know. I hate madonna, but to .... if that song isn't already playing on my computer while i'm writing this, cursed addicting song .....
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Summary: Sex for dinner, Death for breakfast...
Review: If your expecting a non-stop action flick with countless explosions, firearms, close calls, sexually charged characters that love to show off. This is the movie for you. What Bond film would be complete without those things?? Pierce Brosnan and Halle Berry work well together. (Halle in a much more entertaining role than the one she received her Oscar for..Monster's Ball). There is a cool song performed by Madonna during the opening credits. She also has a nifty little cameo. So in closing.. If you want a no holds barred action film, see Die Another Day. It's action packed & entertaining. Everything else is irrelevant.
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Summary: excellent
Review: I just saw the film 2 days ago and I think its excellent, both from an average movie viewer perspective and from a Bond fan perspective. Reading the other reviews, I get the feeling that many of the poor reviews are from older viewers who are used to the 60s Bonds and simply aren't up to date. I didn't find it very hard to keep up with the plot (there WAS a plot, contrary to some other feedback). The films villains are excellent, very memorable. I'll remember Gustav Graves and Miranda Frost as easily as any of the other top notch villians of the past. I also found the new direction of the Bond character as a refreshingly welcome note. The classic Bond was good, good enough to fuel nearly 20 films, but it wouldn't last forever. For the series to continue, Bond needs to evolve a bit, and I think this film is the perfect first step. Dr. No, Goldfinger, etc are their own films, I certainly don't want to see the same film with different characters and the same plot. A lot of the negative reviews are from older viewers who want to relish the 60s Bond. Thats fine, but keep in mind that its not the 60s. Many of us want to see 21st century bond, there're plenty of excellent 60S films to look back on, no need to make more now. Its 50 years too late.
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