James Bond Films in order of Greatness...
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- DirectorPeter R. HuntStarsGeorge LazenbyDiana RiggTelly SavalasBritish agent James Bond goes undercover to pursue the villainous Ernst Stavro Blofeld, who is planning to hold the world to ransom.I love this... the most underrated, overlooked Bond film.
- DirectorTerence YoungStarsSean ConneryRobert ShawLotte LenyaJames Bond willingly falls into an assassination plot involving a naive Russian beauty in order to retrieve a Soviet encryption device that was stolen by the organization Spectre.I've surprised myself, choosing this over 'Goldfinger', but I think it is the better film, as the acting and dialogue are noticeably smoother.
- DirectorJohn GlenStarsRoger MooreMaud AdamsLouis JourdanA fake Fabergé egg recovered from the body of a fellow agent leads James Bond to uncover a jewel smuggling operation led by the mysterious Octopussy, and a plot to blow up a NATO air base.Fun. Maud Adams is one of the best Bond Girls, good chases, and the circus-bomb situation is well done.
It is slightly soppy, but I still think it's Roger Moore's best. - DirectorTerence YoungStarsSean ConneryUrsula AndressBernard LeeA resourceful British government agent seeks answers in a case involving the disappearance of a colleague and the disruption of the American space program.**Spolier Alert**
The first scene with James Bond at the Casino, dangling an about-to-be-lit cigarette is, and there's no other word for it, cool. We instantly want to know more about this character, and Sean Connery gives a magnetic performance throughout.
Dr. No himself is one of the best villains - we know this is a man of scorching intelligence, capable of making even 007 look like a 'stupid policeman', but, as is usually the case with SPECTRE villains, pride is his downfall.
Over 50 years on, the first Bond film is still engaging and satisfying viewing - with good music - and, actually, works better than many of the subsequent entries. - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsSean ConneryGert FröbeHonor BlackmanWhile investigating a gold magnate's smuggling, James Bond uncovers a plot to contaminate the Fort Knox gold reserve.the last quarter doesn't quite work. Otherwise excellent. Slightly overrated, I feel.
- DirectorMartin CampbellStarsDaniel CraigEva GreenJudi DenchAfter earning a licence to kill, secret agent James Bond sets out on his first mission as 007. Bond must defeat a private banker funding terrorists in a high-stakes game of poker at Casino Royale, in Montenegro.Very good, engaging entry, and a refreshing update after the corny mess of D.A.D.
Craig's is a darker Bond. We see the scars - both the physical and emotional cost of being a secret agent in a society that's at the mercy of organised terror groups. This strays a long way from Connery's more relaxed interpretation and the whole atmosphere of the 60s/70s/80s/90s Bond films.
Does this result in a character that is too similar to Jason Bourne and Batman? Has James bond become a robotic killer incapable of remorse? - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsRoger MooreYaphet KottoJane SeymourJames Bond is sent to stop a diabolically brilliant heroin magnate armed with a complex organisation and a reliable psychic tarot card reader.Roger Moore's first Bond film is a success. It is also by far the creepiest, oddest of the lot, which makes it quirky and therefore interesting.
The book (second in the series) is worth a read - a lot of people find it racist, but I think this is most unfair. True, he stereotypes, but no more so than his stereotyping of women. And we must remember he was writing this in the early 50s, so some of the language, that wouldn't be appropriate now, was part of normal discourse then, and therefore not meant by him offensively. - DirectorJohn GlenStarsRoger MooreChristopher WalkenTanya RobertsThe recovery of a microchip from the body of a fellow British secret agent leads James Bond to mad industrialist Max Zorin, who is scheming to cause massive destruction.Christopher Walken creates one of the most memorable villains. Roger Moore looks too old, but the interesting story, locations, and other characters carry him through to make this one of his best.
Best theme song of them all IMHO. - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsRoger MooreChristopher LeeBritt EklandJames Bond is targeted by the world's most expensive assassin, while he attempts to recover sensitive solar cell technology that is being sold to the highest bidder.This was miles better than I remember. Glamorous, and with great locations.
- DirectorMarc ForsterStarsDaniel CraigOlga KurylenkoMathieu AmalricJames Bond tries to stop an organisation from eliminating a country's most valuable resource.Impressive second Craig instalment. Not boring at any point, and dialogue is generally smooth.
However, it is a bit miserable. Could have done with a cheerful martini to go with it.
Plus, dreadful theme song. - DirectorTerence YoungStarsSean ConneryClaudine AugerAdolfo CeliJames Bond heads to the Bahamas to recover two nuclear warheads stolen by S.P.E.C.T.R.E. Agent Emilio Largo in an international extortion scheme.rather dreary and slow in the first half, but picks up in the second.
- DirectorLewis GilbertStarsSean ConneryAkiko WakabayashiMie HamaJames Bond and the Japanese Secret Service must find and stop the true culprit of a series of space hijackings, before war is provoked between Russia and the United States.Fantastic, exotic Japanese locations (and 60s interior styling) are what make this film for me - otherwise, I think, the plot too far fetched and the gadgets too gadgety.
- DirectorRoger SpottiswoodeStarsPierce BrosnanJonathan PryceMichelle YeohJames Bond sets out to stop a media mogul's plan to induce a war between China and the United Kingdom.I used to love TND...but now, I feel the second half lets it down, and I think this is partly because the chemistry between Bond and his Chinese sidekick is not believable.
kudos, however, to the directors for a great opening sequence. - DirectorSam MendesStarsDaniel CraigChristoph WaltzLéa SeydouxA cryptic message from James Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover the existence of a sinister organisation named SPECTRE. With a new threat dawning, Bond learns the terrible truth about the author of all his pain in his most recent missions.This exceeded my expectations and I generally enjoyed it.
My two big criticisms are:
1. The torture scene: I don't understand why it is entertaining to watch someone have their skull drilled into. I find it upsetting and disturbing.
2. The main villain is once again is a two-dimensional nutcase. Not convincing or interesting. Obvious. Though perhaps a slight improvement on the last Bond film's villain.
I still feel there's something missing. - DirectorMichael AptedStarsPierce BrosnanSophie MarceauRobert CarlyleJames Bond uncovers a nuclear plot while protecting an oil heiress from her former kidnapper, an international terrorist who can't feel pain.Not bad until we reach the American Bond girl...plus I don't buy the whole villain-with-bullet-in-brain-feels-no-pain storyline. Ott.
- DirectorMartin CampbellStarsPierce BrosnanSean BeanIzabella ScorupcoWhen a powerful secret defense system is stolen, James Bond is assigned to stop a Russian crime syndicate from using it.Very good for 3/4.
the new M is a highlight.
The ending sends me to sleep. - DirectorLewis GilbertStarsRoger MooreBarbara BachCurd JürgensJames Bond investigates the hijacking of British and Russian submarines carrying nuclear warheads, with the help of a K.G.B. agent whose lover he killed.The first opening 5 minutes is one of the best action sequences in the whole of the franchise. Not until we reach the last quarter is this kind of quality again apparent.
I feel this could have been one of the best Bond films, but there's too many bad jokes, corny moments, and the main relationship doesn't quite work. - DirectorJohn GlenStarsRoger MooreCarole BouquetTopolSecret service agent James Bond is assigned to find a missing British vessel equipped with a weapons encryption device and prevent it from falling into enemy hands.Not as poor as I remember - the best thing about FYEO are the chases, which are original and entertaining.
- DirectorSam MendesStarsDaniel CraigJavier BardemNaomie HarrisJames Bond's loyalty to M is tested when her past comes back to haunt her. When MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost.i confess to enjoying this the second time round.
- DirectorJohn GlenStarsTimothy DaltonMaryam d'AboJeroen KrabbéJames Bond is sent to investigate a KGB policy to kill all enemy spies, and uncovers an arms deal that potentially has major global ramifications.The Bond girl is especially awful as she really lacks a brain. 'living daylights' is hopelessly unsophisticated.
Excellent theme song, though. - DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsSean ConneryJill St. JohnCharles GrayA diamond smuggling investigation leads James Bond to Las Vegas where he uncovers an evil plot involving a rich business tycoon.
- DirectorLewis GilbertStarsRoger MooreLois ChilesMichael LonsdaleJames Bond investigates the mid-air theft of a space shuttle, and discovers a plot to commit global genocide.So this wasn't as bad as I recall - at least the plot is coherent and the locations interesting.
Otherwise, corny, predictable, and you end up wondering why Drax doesn't just shoot Bond while he has the chance, rather than continuing to dream up elaborate deaths. - DirectorJohn GlenStarsTimothy DaltonRobert DaviCarey LowellA vengeful James Bond goes rogue to infiltrate and take down the organization of a drug lord who has murdered his friend's new wife and left him near death.Watched the first half of this the other day and didn't like it much, although it wasn't as bad as I remember. Fairly poor acting all round.
- DirectorLee TamahoriStarsPierce BrosnanHalle BerryRosamund PikeJames Bond is sent to investigate the connection between a North Korean terrorist and a diamond mogul, who is funding the development of an international space weapon.awful dialogue, irritating Bond Girl, crap villain, stupid car, and pathetic plot.
- DirectorIrvin KershnerStarsSean ConneryKim BasingerKlaus Maria BrandauerJames Bond is called upon to try to recover nuclear bombs stolen by Spectre, but he will have to get rid of a professional assassin, hired especially to eliminate him.Unwatchable.
