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Summary: Bond is back
Review: He's back but not better than ever this bong film is not like the bond films but i liked the movie any way i just wished it could of been more like the old bond films
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Summary: Saw the film, but dissapointed
Review: I have seen all the Bond movies over the years. This one has great technical adventures but lacks much of the sutle humor that is expected of a Bond movie. THis one has the worst theme and soundtrack music of all of the Bond movies. I would compare this to the last Timothy Dalton Bond film which left many people cold and was not that sucessful. The actors are fine but the material they have to work with is not up to par. I would find another actor to play Q as John Clease does not seem to fit this role.
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Summary: rob
Review: This 20th Bond is clearly one of the top ones. I don't know if it was as good as goldfinger but it sure is close. Die Another Day has it all. Good gagets, good cars, good girls. This movie has one of the best stories. I loved it!
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Summary: The Name Is-- Well, You know...
Review: James Bond aficionados will be delighted to hear that 007 is not only back, but with renewed vigor, a great new villain who wants to dominate the world (surprise!), lots of gadgets, girls and Action! a-plenty, in "Die Another Day," directed by Lee Tamahori. Pierce Brosnan suits up for the fourth time as Secret Agent Man, joined this time around by a lady named Jinx (Halle Berry), who is not only beautiful but demonstrates early on that she can definitely take care of herself; a decidedly capable match for Mr. James Bond. But whose side is she on, anyway?The film opens with 007 insinuating himself into an operation transpiring in North Korea, where a certain Colonel Moon (Will Yun Lee) is attempting to negotiate a deal to buy South African diamonds in exchange for weapons. Our man Bond, of course, has replaced the contact and holds the briefcase containing the loot. As expected, the enterprise quickly deteriorates into an explosive situation, and from that point on the action never stops. Working from a story and screenplay by Neal Purvis and Robert Wade (who also teamed for 1999's "The World Is Not Enough," along with Bruce Feirstein), director Tamahori digs deep into the All-Things-Bond box to make this James Bond film...well... everything a James Bond film should be, from the fast paced action (it goes without saying) to the snappy repartee rife with bons mots and double-entendre (at which Berry/Jinx also proves to be a match for Brosnan/Bond) to one of the best "henchmen" (Zao, played terrifically by Rick Yun) since Goldfinger's Oddjob. There is also a touch of nostalgia thrown in for good measure: As Q (John Cleese) gives his dissertation on the latest gadgets, Bond casually ferrets through the Quartermaster's cache and comes across the lethal shoe that once belonged to Rosa Klebb, as well as a signature item from "Thunderball." It's a nice touch that perhaps for the first time tangibly links forty years of "Bond" history together and goes far in dispelling the quite noticeable changing incarnations of 007 over the years; finally, rather than naturally, if subconsciously, categorizing the character into a Connery/Bond, Moore/Bond, Lazenby/Bond, Dalton/Bond or Brosnan/Bond, he's just "Bond." James Bond. Visually, this one has a lot to offer, with some extravagant sets, a memorable sword fight and special F/X that are, for the most part, top notch. There is one scene near the end (suffice to say involving a lot of water and some huge waves) in which the F/X seem to dip somewhat below par and actually take on an almost "60s" look (intentional, perhaps, as an homage that would be in keeping with the rest of the film's nod to "Bond" history?) but overall it's a quality production, and the cinematography (by David Tattersall, who also did "Star Wars, Episodes I & II") is brilliant. If ever an actor was meant to play a specific role, it's Pierce Brosnan as James Bond. From his initial outing as 007 (in 1995's "GoldenEye") he's been a perfect fit, but here he seems to have at last actually settled into the part and made it his own, in a way that Moore, Lazenby and Dalton (for all the individual and unique strengths they brought to their respective portrayals of Bond) were, even at their best, never able to achieve. Brosnan credibly brings Ian Fleming's unflappable, stalwart hero to life with seemingly effortless aplomb, striking a chord in which the seriousness and the levity that defines the character mesh perfectly (Moore, on the other hand, played up the lightness too often, almost into parody at times; Dalton was altogether too serious; Lazenby was simply an anomaly). Simply put, Brosnan has all of the qualities that personify James Bond, and he uses them all to the utmost effectiveness. Following up her Oscar winning portrayal of Leticia Musgrove in 2001's "Monster's Ball," Halle Berry, meanwhile, makes her mark as arguably one of the finest "Bond Girls" since Honor Blackman's performance as "Ms." Galore in "Goldfinger" in 1964. She definitely makes one of the most memorable first entrances from among the rank and file of the Bond Beauties; emerging from the sea in an orange two-piece suit she looks absolutely stunning, calling to mind Ursula Andress as Honey Ryder in 1962's "Dr. No." Pulchritude aside, however, Berry most importantly makes her character believable, which in no small part lends the necessary support to the anticipated outlandishness of the fiction. The one female in a recurring role who has yet to be given her due as a "Bond Girl," is a consummate actor who has added significantly to the Bond legacy with her portrayal of "M." Dame Judi Dench came on board along with Brosnan in "GoldenEye," empowering women everywhere by taking on a highly visible role of absolute authority, albeit fictional, and helping to revitalize the "Bond" series. Casting her as Bond's superior was a stroke of genius, and the way Dench took over the role and made it her own should at last be acknowledged. She is, without question, a big part of the renewed strength of the "Bond" of the new millennium. Making her motion picture debut here, Rosamund Pike also adds her name to the roster as Miranda Frost, but though she adds beauty and poise to the film, she is less than charismatic and her performance lacks the kind of spunk that would have made her character more than just adequate. Still, it would be hard for any actor to get a toehold playing against the radiant Halle Berry, and on a positive note, Pike does lend a decided elegance to the role. As Bond's nemesis, Gustav Graves, Toby Stephens gives an energetic performance and carves out a niche for himself in the annals of Bond bad guys; and with a physical oddity sustained in the opening sequence of the film, Yune makes a lasting impression as Zao. In the final analysis, "Die Another Day" is the best "Brosnan" Bond yet.
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Summary: Over the top, but unsatisfying
Review: I realize it's like saying you didn't have fun at Mardi Gras, but I didn't enjoy this movie. At times, I found myself getting bored during the stunt-a-thons, wondering when they were going to turn down the noise a little. I never "bonded" with the heroine Jinx, and wondered why Bond would even want to go back to the Ice Palace to save her. Guess it's so he could drive his invisible, bullet-proof car in a chase scene with the bad guy. I found Miranda Frost far more intriguing, but alas... The usual "talk dirty to me" repartee' is reduced to sophomoric, expecially in the diamonds-in-the-naval scene. This movie is more about technology, stunts, and cliche's than the Bond characters that keep us coming back after 20 films.
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Summary: Not the Best but still worth goin to.
Review: For my birthday I went to see D*A*D (Die Another Day). It was the best James Bond movie there is but it isn't the worst. The move has a really good script but lacks the quallity of a GOOD James Bond movie. The special affects are really good. Especially with the into music/video. But what is most irrating is how when there is a good action sequence going they slow down the movie, (sorta like in the movie The Matrix). Mainly I rated the movie 3 stars was because it wasn't a James Bond movie. It was more of and action flick with guns, cars, and women. Which I grant you all the past James Bond movies had but this one really doesn't have that Bond feel. It is too much like Moonraker, too futuristic. I think the reason for this is because of the other spy movies coming out. But none the less if you are a dedicated James Bond fan you should go to see the movie; even though you may be slightly disappointed.
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Summary: good
Review: better than most bond movies and a great job by the handsome Brosnan. Halle Berry was hot.
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Summary: All in all - 100% pure fun
Review: First, I have to say that I'm huge James Bond Fan, I've seen probably the entire series. In addition, I have to say that this one is probably the best one. The plot is very simple, but I did not expect anything else. This was meant to be a pure fun and nothing else. What I really liked is the human element Brosnan brought into his James Bond movies. In the last movie, he dislocated his arm, this time he was captured and tortured in prison. This makes him look more real, someone who can really be in danger, someone you can root for. Along with Sean Connery, he IS the BEST James Bond actor. John Cleese's is also great as new Q. All the women characters acted very well in this movie. I personally liked most the Miranda Frost (Rosamund Pike) character, incredibly sexy and cheeky. Halle is also very entertaining. And the Moneypenny scene ... GREAT :-). I liked the dialogs in the movie, one joke after another one. All in all a 100% pure fun; cheeky and very very entertaining.
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Summary: Twenty First Century Bond
Review: DIE ANOTHER DAY catapults James Bond into the Twenty First Century. This movie is fast paced and cram packed with action on the land, in the sea and in the air. Pierce Brosnan is James Bond and he does it everywhere. Brosnan's Bond is more relaxed, confident and deadlier than all his previous outings as 007. The new Aston Martin has some really great innovations and plays a major part in the movie as its predecessor DB5 did in GOLDFINGER. That being said this film combines both the reality base of the recent Bond films with the larger than life plots for world domination from the older Bond films but with enormous amounts of technological advances added. The result is a whole new frenetic and furious look. David Arnold's pivital score as a whole reflects this new direction as he updates his approach to the music with increased electronic mind blowing audiotronics that really pushes the envelope. The movie's only shortcoming is Halle Berry as Jinx. Jinx is a bit of an enigma. Is she there as Bond's friend or foe? They really don't work together but instead just happen to be around to pull each other out of a jam. Jinx works for the NSA. It is clearly seen that the NSA and MI6 aren't exactly on congenial terms. The movie never really addresses any relationship between Bond and Jinx. That's one fault. Also, the villain's plot was a little uninspired since it involved a virtual duplicate of Blofeld's diamond refracting satellite from DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER. However, DIE ANOTHER DAY does not fail to entertain and it delivers far more action than any other Bond film to date. Besides, it's the first time we get to see Bond smoke since LICENCE TO KILL!
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Summary: The Best Bond Ever?
Review: In some ways, DIE ANOTHER DAY is the best Bond movie ever. I mean, after the action-packed opening scene through the 49th Parrellel in Korea; James Bond is captured by the North Koreans and sent to type of POW camp. The plot remains fairly tight (considering this is a Bond picture), there are all sorts of new gadgets (and glimpses of ones from the past), lots of witty one-liners and double entredes, great action, and two stunningly-beautiful babes. The movie constantly play on the Bond-format, but does so in such a way that it shakes things up and makes the franchise seem more alive and current. Nevertheless, with all it has going for it, there is one major flaw to the film. James Bond movies used to be fairly believable (see the first two Bond movies), but it seems that as each new film is made, the creators see just how far they can go to push the believability button. There aren't a lot of things in this movie that question one's suspension of disbelief. However, there are a few and they are so huge that it counters all the good things this film has going for it. For instance, the plane/helicopter escape at the film's climax. I felt like I was watching a bad sci-fi movie when that scene happened. There could have been several other more crafty ways to have Bond escape, but instead they went for the most extreme. However, other than that, DIE ANOTHER DAY is one heck of a good James Bond adventure.
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