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Rating: 4.2/5
Review: "Skyfall movie review"

This is a good Bond movie and is an improvement over Daniel Craig's last outing; Quantum of Solace. It is actually on the same level as Casino Royale but although this seems to be slightly better. Daniel Craig's James Bond is the best of the few other James Bond. Skyfall has action, thrills, adventure and drama mixed. To tell the truth, it does not seem like a James Bond movie. It is more like an action thriller with James Bond pasted in. But I guess that what Craig's James Bond is; more dark, gritty and realistic compared to the other James Bonds.

The story: The movie opens with a thrilling action scene which is one of the best action scenes seen in a James Bond movie. After the thrilling opening followed by the opening credits, MI6 is being attacked. James Bond once again has to go on a mission to save MI6. However this mission seems more personal with M being involved. In this movie, M's role is expanded and she does a bit of action. Skyfall, this time round, does not actually try to cram action scenes into the long 2 hours and 22 minutes. Instead the few action scenes come off naturally as a plot's development. Other than the thrilling opening and explosive climax, it does not really deliver much wham-bam in the action department. There are 2 short fight scenes and an extended chase between Bond and the villain. But at least, they are entertaining. Sam Mendes does prove that he can direct some thrilling action. Thomas Newman composes a fairly good score and proves that he can do a James Bond score. I was initially disappointed when David Arnold was replaced.

Overall: It is a good James Bond movie although some might disagree as this leans more to a drama thriller. But it shows that Sam Mendes is still capable of directing some thrilling action. It is worth to catch this in cinema. Hopefully, there will not be a long pause until the next James Bond movie. Can't wait to see what other directors will bring in for the franchise.

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