Sunday, September 6, 2009

From Russia With Love (1963)



Classic. Suspense. Intrigue (CSI)

Final Verdict: When I first watched this movie I didn't think it was anything beyond ordinary, especially by today's standards, but after watching it a second time I'm able to fully appreciate all the little details that make this film great. From the cool-but-not-over-the-top gadgets to the spy versus spy battles of wits and espinoage, everything in this film is cleverly thought out and a staple of the genre. The entire film is very sharp, especially the acting and script, and there are very few elements that come across as "cheesy" or unbelieveable (something that has plagued many of the later Bond titles). You're going to be hard-pressed to find any flaws, except for maybe a lack of action in some areas, and I suspect if you're a Bond fan this ranks among one of your favorites. I really like Daniel Craig as Bond, but this film has started pushing me towards the legendary Sean Connery as my number one.

Spoiler(s): Either James Bond or Sean Connery is a pervert and a slut. You decide.

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 96%

"There's a saying in England: Where there's smoke, there's fire." -James Bond


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