My review of Quantum of Solace

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So, I saw QOS last night...

I'll get this out of the way first - Casino Royale is better.

If you enjoyed CR you will love this one, but if you want a bigger, better film you won't get that (in my opinion).

QOS is a relentless film which seldom stops for breath, the set pieces are superb with a hell of a lot going on at times and you really feel the pain of some of the action. Once again Daniel Craig puts in a performance that is entirely convincing and you really feel the fight scenes, though they are not as brutal as CR's were.

This is a direct sequel to CR, the first time a Bond movie has done this and I get the feeling that Daniel Craig's time as Bond will form one continuous tale; no bad thing!

There is one particular set piece that I wish was longer, it is set against the backdrop of a performance of Tosca (opera) and is stunning - I'd go so far as to say, for an action sequence, it's beautiful. Towards its end it features a fantastic stand off between Bond and Greene.

So, no Q and only one "gadget" but no complaints from me. This is another cracking Bond film and underlines that Craig IS Bond, long may he reign

I've deliberately not put any spoilers in here I just wanted to give an initial feel for the movie, if you have anything specific to ask, please do, I'll check back later.

Summary: Go and see it, it's great but Casino Royale has the edge.