SPECTRE
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: November 6, 2015
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ghoti666Dec 21, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A big disappointment after Skyfall.

I just can’t understand why it is so drab. Why it has gone low key. It seemed tired.

“Spectre” and “Blofeld” are shamefully under-used.
Waltz has no menace in this. He is a bit impish, mostly dispassionate. But not scary. He supposedly runs a criminal organisation that all the others are scared of, but none of this comes across.
His initial appearance at the Spectre meeting (which is held in a big public building & Bond just blags his way into…) is quite effective, whilst he is in shadow – but then he smirks up at Bond and says “cuckoo”.
Blofeld says he was behind all of Bond’s previous villains – but LeChiffre and Silva were menacing/scary. This Blofeld just isn’t.

The supporting characters are good (M, Q and Moneypenny) but Bond looks bored. His affair with Monica Bellucci is passionless and pointless.

The opening sequence in Mexico is brilliant – and the fight in the train (but it makes no sense. Why is Bond being attacked when Blofeld wants to meet him & punish him? Why is there no one else on the train?).
The escape from Blofeld’s lair is ridiculously easy. Bond just shoots a few things & everything blows up. And again, Bond rescuing the girl & Blofeld’s demise are just perfunctory.

It should have been bigger and badder, but it was as if the Director suddenly became embarrassed to be doing a Bond film and tried to make it “real”, but unfortunately just made it dull.

Skyfall seemed to establish a new Bond, building on Casino Royale – a gritty realism, but with a nod to the old Bond. That should have been enough for Spectre to build on. Who wants to see a “more real” Bond? A wasted opportunity.… Expand
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AliceofXDec 29, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The biggest problem with Spectre is that it feels like just another entry in a long series. Like a mid-season episode of a TV series that knows it doesn't have to try very hard. For the first half of the film I found myself bored because without an intriguing plot the action did little to entertain me.

The romance is unconvincing. Yes, I know that Bond always has a girl, but it appears that we as an audience have become too accustomed to it since the film's makers put in little effort to establish the romance. Sure, Bond is supposed to be a womaniser, but Madeleine is supposed to be something more instead of just another woman to be seduced. Why does Bond care for her other than because the plot dictates so?

But the thing that most intrigues me is why is this film so alike to Mission Impossible 5? It is basically the same plot in the same spy genre. Is it really a rip-off or just a symptom of Hollywood's chronic lack of originality?

That all said I can't say I disliked this film. It's a decent action film and it picks up toward the second half.… Expand
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condythugNov 17, 2015
very average James Bond film with a poor storyline and VERY SLOW pacing throughout, as if it was always waiting for a moment for the movie to lift off; sadly it never did get beyond third gear.

nice acting by the villain and the usual hotvery average James Bond film with a poor storyline and VERY SLOW pacing throughout, as if it was always waiting for a moment for the movie to lift off; sadly it never did get beyond third gear.

nice acting by the villain and the usual hot and sexy actress but they can't save the movie. Q (the gadget boy) acted terribly and the whole movie is really a snore fest after halfway through when u just gave up waiting for the movie to move up a gear. if this movie wasn't a James Bond titled film, i am pretty sure it will do a lot worse in the box office and ratings.… Expand
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BarbudezNov 7, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. la defino con una sola palabra...ESTÚPIDA, bueno mejor dos.....MUY ESTÚPIDA.

Voy a contar esta parte Sin Spoilers, y luego aviso de los Spoilers

El problema general, es que Sam Mendes no tiene ni repajolera idea de llevar a James Bond, de una manera que no sea, la versión de Roger Moore o la de Sean Connery en sus momentos mas bajos, es decir, volvemos a los clichés mas rancios de 007 aderezado con villanos y situaciones dignas, como repito de un Roger Moore, en sus ultimos films, donde ya era un chiste y una caricatura grotesca de lo que era Bond.

Que problema tenía seguir con el estilo de Casino Royale?, se alejaba del Bond clásico, el de los gadgets, los villanos y planes rancios?, es lógico, es necesario reinventar el personaje, no podía volver otra vez a lo mismo, porque ya es anacrónico. Pero Mendes, es un señor que debe tener admiración por esa epoca ¿dorada? de Bond y cuando toma el control de Bond, volvemos a la epoca dorada, que desgraciadamente ya huele a rancio, y tenemos Skyfall ese truño de peli de Bond con villano de opereta con un tercer actor digno de Solo en Casa y plagado de guiños chorras para los fans, un desastre que tira por al borda toda las virtudes de Casino Royale.

Y nos encontramos con SPECTRE, que reconozco que la primera mitad va bien, perdonas las chorradas...pero llegan a la base del malo, y el guión entra en modo RANDOM, rozando niveles de Austin Powers, y por supuesto enlazando a las 3 anteriores como el puto culo.

Si te encantan las peliculas como Moonraker, Panorama para Matar o Muere otro Día, esta te parecerá una obra Maestra.

SPOILERS TOCHOS.

- Los titulos de inicio, es asombroso, ese homenaje al Hentai que se casca Mendes.

-La Base de SPECTRA, que explota de una manera tan absurdamente gratuita y tan RANDOM.

- El villano, Waltz que es el Hermanastro de Bond y que es Blofeld, una mezcla rancia entre el Nazi de Malditos Bastardos, un Voyeur y el Doctor maligno, .

-Enlazan espantosamente mal las 3 peliculas anteriores, TODOS LOS MALOS DE ESTE BOND, ERAN DE SPECTRA...PORQUE LLEVABAN EL MISMO ANILLO!!!....COMO? PERO....a ver si Bardem, iba muy a su puta bola....

-Batista tan desaprovechado.

-El CGI DIOS COMO CANTA POR TODOS LADOS.

-James Bond, con sus problemas de Cleptomanía.

-Folleteo gratuito tras la muerte de BATISTA (Desaprovechado de cojones)

- El plan, chorra no, lo siguiente...Dominar el mundo a traves del espionaje pero que una gran parte del presupuesto de SPECTRA, se dedique a joderle la vida a Bond.… Expand
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CarewolfApr 2, 2016
Not a very good James Bond movie. It can best be compared to Moonraker in that has a non-sensical plot and is mostly just recycled ideas from other Bond movies, but compared to Moonraker, Spectre lacks the charm and humor. This sets a new lowNot a very good James Bond movie. It can best be compared to Moonraker in that has a non-sensical plot and is mostly just recycled ideas from other Bond movies, but compared to Moonraker, Spectre lacks the charm and humor. This sets a new low for the Bond franchise.

It does have occationally nice visuals, I didn't fall asleep while watching it (though two of my friends did), so I give it a few bonus points to a final score of 4.… Expand
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shoulderoforionDec 31, 2015
The laziest most mailed in James Bond film I've ever seen & I've seen them all, if I were British I'd be terribly upset that this production team made a mess out of such a national treasure whilst at the same time filming in and aroundThe laziest most mailed in James Bond film I've ever seen & I've seen them all, if I were British I'd be terribly upset that this production team made a mess out of such a national treasure whilst at the same time filming in and around British national treasures, this movie was awful… Expand
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YoloSwag4DogeJun 16, 2016
I can't say the dialogue or plot was particularly engaging, but the action sequences are great. My greatest issue with the film was the musical score. I felt like I was watching some high end opera theater instead of an epic, high action bondI can't say the dialogue or plot was particularly engaging, but the action sequences are great. My greatest issue with the film was the musical score. I felt like I was watching some high end opera theater instead of an epic, high action bond film. It was quite off putting and really killed a lot of the excitement for me. Overall, I'd say it's a good movie, but not really memorable.… Expand
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drambuie_Nov 21, 2015
for me all 007 movies and Bond as a character are classy and chic . Until now! This was nothing like the real gentleman/agent we were used to (Expensive clothes and accessories do not make a real man).
Apart from the blah script ,i wasfor me all 007 movies and Bond as a character are classy and chic . Until now! This was nothing like the real gentleman/agent we were used to (Expensive clothes and accessories do not make a real man).
Apart from the blah script ,i was really annoyed by the goofiness that reminded me of teenage comedies .
Only good thing is that we finally get to believe in Bond as a person.… Expand
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StatlerWaldorfNov 7, 2015
Daniel Craig's got the right idea, whoever wrote this clearly did not. Or maybe they're just trying out some really high-concept redefinition of film convention, for I admit, as a two-and-a-half hour preview for the other three new-Bonds itDaniel Craig's got the right idea, whoever wrote this clearly did not. Or maybe they're just trying out some really high-concept redefinition of film convention, for I admit, as a two-and-a-half hour preview for the other three new-Bonds it works really well. You will leave without remembering much of what transpired, but really wanting to remember what happened in the first two movies. When you go to pirate them you will throw "Skyfall" into the mix just so you can see the intro again. Can you judge a Bond by its intro song? For "SPECTRE": yes. It warns you that they will be trying too hard to connect in the other films, it warns you that there are lazily-written love stories, and it generally does a good job of capturing the lack of oomf that defines "SPECTRE". Maybe it's better than "Quantum of Solace"? Maybe it's just hard to accept after "Skyfall". What made the Craig-Bonds work was their departure from the cartoonish form that used to define Bond. Tying this arc together with a wider nostalgia seems like a good idea, but "SPECTRE" ends up built on ill-fated nods to everything that came before it and little value of its own accord. You will have figured out the plot within the first 15 or so minutes-- it helps that it's been done before. This leaves Christoph Waltz as the main draw. The man was born to play a Bond villain, how could that not be perfect? I will tell you. Just don't give him any screen time. When he’s on screen, don’t let him say anything interesting unless he’s quoting another movie. I sort of wish they had cast Rob Brydon instead. How’s that for a nod?… Expand
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SirFatPantsNov 14, 2015
The story is a little interesting, but there is way too much action, and not enough interesting things going on. The script, character development and technical functionalities are all really good though.
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BibbitibobNov 22, 2015
A decent send off for Daniel Craig (if this truly is his last Bond outing), with a strong yet wasted performance from Christoph Waltz. It spends too much time paying homage to older entries, and is quite anti-climactic, but the actionA decent send off for Daniel Craig (if this truly is his last Bond outing), with a strong yet wasted performance from Christoph Waltz. It spends too much time paying homage to older entries, and is quite anti-climactic, but the action sequences and gorgeous cinematography help make Spectre enjoyable.… Expand
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Ajeya-RajkDec 7, 2015
Not atrocious but middling.Long as hell.Uses elements from old James bond movies-Chase sequences,henchman battles,over the top villain,which is nostalgic but inconsistent with tone of Craig bond.Wasted villain in one of the best actors of hisNot atrocious but middling.Long as hell.Uses elements from old James bond movies-Chase sequences,henchman battles,over the top villain,which is nostalgic but inconsistent with tone of Craig bond.Wasted villain in one of the best actors of his generation.Predictable **** ending.Film looks aesthetically good.Amazing opening shot.Let down by poor script,pacing and boring characters.Bond has been better but has also definitely fared worse.… Expand
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DeareNDec 9, 2015
I loved Daniel Craig as James Bond, I loved Waltz as a villain in previous movies. This is the worst of the 4 James Bond movies with Daniel. Terrible
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TheGreatBakerJan 24, 2016
While this film isn't the best Bond Film for Daniel Craig, it still has a collection of great actors/actresses and scenes that define the Bond film's. This film also brings the realization of James Bond being a badass agent but still notWhile this film isn't the best Bond Film for Daniel Craig, it still has a collection of great actors/actresses and scenes that define the Bond film's. This film also brings the realization of James Bond being a badass agent but still not unbeatable. Great film overall and wonderful performance by Daniel Craig, and other actors.… Expand
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tobeeryDec 29, 2015
Visually, it's certainly great but I didn't care for the plot as I did with Skyfall, for example. Bond films are always formulaic conceptually, but this didn't seem to have that extra spice to lift it from the average action flick. Needed wayVisually, it's certainly great but I didn't care for the plot as I did with Skyfall, for example. Bond films are always formulaic conceptually, but this didn't seem to have that extra spice to lift it from the average action flick. Needed way more Waltz… Expand
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AngusBarbudezAug 26, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La defino con una sola palabra...ESTÚPIDA, bueno mejor dos.....MUY ESTÚPIDA.

Voy a contar esta parte Sin Spoilers, y luego aviso de los Spoilers

El problema general, es que Sam Mendes no tiene ni repajolera idea de llevar a James Bond, de una manera que no sea, la versión de Roger Moore o la de Sean Connery en sus momentos mas bajos, es decir, volvemos a los clichés mas rancios de 007 aderezado con villanos y situaciones dignas, como repito de un Roger Moore, en sus ultimos films, donde ya era un chiste y una caricatura grotesca de lo que era Bond.

Que problema tenía seguir con el estilo de Casino Royale?, se alejaba del Bond clásico, el de los gadgets, los villanos y planes rancios?, es lógico, es necesario reinventar el personaje, no podía volver otra vez a lo mismo, porque ya es anacrónico. Pero Mendes, es un señor que debe tener admiración por esa epoca ¿dorada? de Bond y cuando toma el control de Bond, volvemos a la epoca dorada, que desgraciadamente ya huele a rancio, y tenemos Skyfall ese truño de peli de Bond con villano de opereta con un tercer actor digno de Solo en Casa y plagado de guiños chorras para los fans, un desastre que tira por al borda toda las virtudes de Casino Royale.

Y nos encontramos con SPECTRE, que reconozco que la primera mitad va bien, perdonas las chorradas...pero llegan a la base del malo, y el guión entra en modo RANDOM, rozando niveles de Austin Powers, y por supuesto enlazando a las 3 anteriores como el puto culo.

Si te encantan las peliculas como Moonraker, Panorama para Matar o Muere otro Día, esta te parecerá una obra Maestra.

SPOILERS TOCHOS.

- Los titulos de inicio, es asombroso, ese homenaje al Hentai que se casca Mendes.

-La Base de SPECTRA, que explota de una manera tan absurdamente gratuita y tan RANDOM.

- El villano, Waltz que es el Hermanastro de Bond y que es Blofeld, una mezcla rancia entre el Nazi de Malditos Bastardos, un Voyeur y el Doctor maligno, .

-Enlazan espantosamente mal las 3 peliculas anteriores, TODOS LOS MALOS DE ESTE BOND, ERAN DE SPECTRA...PORQUE LLEVABAN EL MISMO ANILLO!!!....COMO? PERO....a ver si Bardem, iba muy a su puta bola....

-Batista tan desaprovechado.

-El CGI DIOS COMO CANTA POR TODOS LADOS.

-James Bond, con sus problemas de Cleptomanía.

-Folleteo gratuito tras la muerte de BATISTA (Desaprovechado de cojones)

- El plan, chorra no, lo siguiente...Dominar el mundo a traves del espionaje pero que una gran parte del presupuesto de SPECTRA, se dedique a joderle la vida a Bond.… Expand
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hassallNov 27, 2016
This movie was ok, Its wasn't bad but it wasn't good.the start of the movie was good and quite exciting and after that it was boring nothing much really Happened.
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ourtimehascomeApr 5, 2017
Spectre is the perfect example of a lack of new ideas in the Bond franchise. Its story is so ridiculous it seems it was written by at least five people all with their own different ideas. The cinematography is excellent, and the action scenesSpectre is the perfect example of a lack of new ideas in the Bond franchise. Its story is so ridiculous it seems it was written by at least five people all with their own different ideas. The cinematography is excellent, and the action scenes are worthwhile. Unfortunately, there aren't enough of them to justify this two hour bore.… Expand
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BroyaxJan 7, 2017
Après les deux précédents qui étaient des purges, ce Bond nouveau est presque un soulagement : l'action y est à peu près lisible, moins parkinsonienne, moins surdécoupée et permet d'apprécier les quelques scènes spectaculaires, parfois trèsAprès les deux précédents qui étaient des purges, ce Bond nouveau est presque un soulagement : l'action y est à peu près lisible, moins parkinsonienne, moins surdécoupée et permet d'apprécier les quelques scènes spectaculaires, parfois très inventives. Bref, c'est enfin regardable...

Daniel Craig campe un 007 de belle facture, sans doute un peu plus narquois que d'habitude mais encore bien loin des facéties et des bons mots d'un Roger Moore -mais il s'agit d'une autre époque à dire vrai.

Comme d'habitude, les stars s'invitent au carnaval bondesque avec la Belluci -un peu passée- en amuse-gueule, puis le grand méchant Christopher Waltz qui semble se régaler mais dans un rôle trop petit pour lui, un méchant sans envergure, et notre Léa Seydoux nationale, ravissante mais hélas réduite au rôle de potiche plus ou moins parlante. Ralph Fiennes, pour sa part, incarne un M assez convaincant, qui remplace avantageusement le vieux hibou.

On reste interloqué par contre devant le traitement infligé à Moneypenny et Q : une jeune godiche et un jeune con, complètement geek ! James Bond, ce n'est pourtant pas Mission Impossible...

Là où le bât blesse sans cesse, c'est à propos du scénario complètement mongolo et déjà vu, encore une histoire de contrôle de l'information à la petite semaine (c'est Appeule qui a écrit cette merde ?) ; en outre, le film lambine beaucoup trop souvent et n'en finit pas, essayant maladroitement de trouver une quelconque psychologie à l'agent double zéro mais sans jamais y parvenir.

On sent globalement une envie de moderniser le vieux fossile qui devrait être à la retraite depuis des lustres et peut-être bien que le super-agent devrait prendre à tout le moins quelques vacances au lieu de se faire essorer jusqu'au trognon par le rouleau compresseur hollywoodien.… Expand
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mouseypoo13Jun 14, 2017
OK, it looks good, it has decent enough action, but the rest isn't great. Unrealistic scenes and bad writing make this a generic bond movie, or worse. Watch Casino Royale.
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007FilmReviewerJun 4, 2017
the suspense is real the suspense is real the suspense is real the suspense is real the suspense is real the suspense is real the suspense is real the suspense is real
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EverfieldsDec 20, 2017
Much like Daniel Craig's previous appearances as Bond, Spectre tries with little effort to invoke the feelings and atmosphere so often present in Bond films of decades past. The occasional reference is made to Bond's origins but the filmMuch like Daniel Craig's previous appearances as Bond, Spectre tries with little effort to invoke the feelings and atmosphere so often present in Bond films of decades past. The occasional reference is made to Bond's origins but the film falls short in delivering a truly exceptional experience as it seems unable to define it's own objective. The film is conflicted in it's pursuit of relevance whilst trying to tell the story of a character that was designed for the cold war era. As a result we are met with an archaic spy film existing in a contemporary culture no longer dependent upon physical espionage. A return to the classic era is badly needed to refresh this franchise and wow new audiences with the thrill of a great Bond adventure.… Expand
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WalterKovacsDec 26, 2017
If you are a fan of the old films then this is an exciting film, but most will find the film corny with over-the-top action sequences. Enjoyable for fans of the genre.
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ValBalSep 1, 2020
Action was ok, I definitely like the darker tone and the music but I just couldn't bare seeing moronic things that J. Bond does. That's not reckless, that's just dumb. Antagonist is cringe worthy. He's just basically a villain who doesAction was ok, I definitely like the darker tone and the music but I just couldn't bare seeing moronic things that J. Bond does. That's not reckless, that's just dumb. Antagonist is cringe worthy. He's just basically a villain who does whatever a villain does, no reason. Lastly, Bond's change of heart at the end of the movie felt forced. Skyfall remains the best film of Craig's era.… Expand
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DanielNS87May 11, 2020
This movie contain the structure classic of James Bond Films, action, intrigue and sexy womans, Sya Is beatiful! All actors has a decent performance, and a good direction of Sam, Is a decent film.
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Gamepro3093Aug 19, 2020
This is a huge step backward for the Craig era. It’s still gritty and hard edged like his other efforts but is marred by tossing in the cheeseball stuff from the old series like pointless monologues, unrealistic stunts and your typical trainThis is a huge step backward for the Craig era. It’s still gritty and hard edged like his other efforts but is marred by tossing in the cheeseball stuff from the old series like pointless monologues, unrealistic stunts and your typical train scene a la The Spy Who Loved Me and From Russia With Love only somehow more dull and pointless. This stuff doesn’t mesh well with what was once a gritty and more hard edged reboot with less focus on fantasy and more on realism. They even toss in Blofeld with a plot twist visible from a mile away with an even dumber one straight out of Austin Powers. Don’t know how they’re going to fix this mess with No Time To Die but based on it’s trailers it already looks much better than this slog. I’d suggest only watching this to be on board with No Time To Die. Otherwise you’re better off watching the other Daniel Craig Bond movies or the ones from the old Bond series.… Expand
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Linuski92Nov 19, 2020
Spectre has got to be one of most underwritten movies ever, it has great actors in it, but none of them are given anything to do. It's boring, long (2 hrs 27 min.) and has the worst set of villains in bond history. People really outta stopSpectre has got to be one of most underwritten movies ever, it has great actors in it, but none of them are given anything to do. It's boring, long (2 hrs 27 min.) and has the worst set of villains in bond history. People really outta stop defending this movie.… Expand
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HellionDec 27, 2015
Spectre was a major let down. Craig's acting and playing Bond is always great but this story didn't have any substance or intrigue to it hardly at all. Villain gets a yawn and the action is very run of the mill. Can we drop the "governmentSpectre was a major let down. Craig's acting and playing Bond is always great but this story didn't have any substance or intrigue to it hardly at all. Villain gets a yawn and the action is very run of the mill. Can we drop the "government spying on us/information network" plots already. Seriously, they are incredibly stupid. I understand they were going for that classic Bond style (few words, all style) but it didn't work and really needed shorter but sweeter action sequences. What I loved about Casino Royale is that Bond used his wit and charisma over pure muscle and shooting. Didn't get all the hype around the "Bond girl" Monica Belluci..she was barely in it. Really most of the credit goes to Léa Seydoux who was terrific and made an interesting Bond girl for sure. Whole picture was lacking everywhere else however and jumped to too many locations. Hopefully Daniel Craig will be back with a better Bond film to make his final mark if he indeed exit's the series.… Expand
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TyranianApr 11, 2019
Another decent entry in the never ending franchise, Spectre has good action though its story has issues.
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crnppsclsFeb 28, 2016
The beginning of Spectre is sublime and good Bond. By which i mean the location, a little character development and damn good destruction, it is taken too far on the latter point however.

Same old rhetoric in mi5, Fiennes is good as M, BenThe beginning of Spectre is sublime and good Bond. By which i mean the location, a little character development and damn good destruction, it is taken too far on the latter point however.

Same old rhetoric in mi5, Fiennes is good as M, Ben Whishaw as Q is cool but not nearly nerdy and as intolerant, as you might expect of Bond's making light of his tech advances.

Naomie Was ok as moneypenny, whether this was because she was the only cast member bond didn't sleep with is another argument.

The plot was just abysmal however. Batista as a hench could've worked but didn't. Bond just jumped on every female that got screen time. Waltz at the antagonist just didn't work, mostly due to poor writing, he just came over like a mature emo that had issues with his childhood. Blofelt, by defenition should be idk more omnipotent.

For me the 'Bond' checklist was complete; doing anything female that moves 'Check'; expensive car chase 'check'; Mi5 in disarray 'Check"; Gaudy hench with no char development 'Check'; Saving the world 'check'. Not a bad checklist but it's just been done so much better in other movies.

This film could've been worked into the next fast and furious film and no-one would've batted an eyelid.… Expand
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SpankyFeb 13, 2016
I knew this was going to be a bad Bond movie as soon as I saw the pale sepia toned filter used to film all outdoor and indoor scenes. It's always used, along with the blue filter to create "mood", by bad directors in an attempt to create aI knew this was going to be a bad Bond movie as soon as I saw the pale sepia toned filter used to film all outdoor and indoor scenes. It's always used, along with the blue filter to create "mood", by bad directors in an attempt to create a certain "feeling". It's not real and it doesn't work. How about giving us a decent movie with intelligent dialog and a real and normal colored scene? When are amateur filmmakers going to get it through their head?

The script, and dialog was shockingly horrible. My jaw dropped, I was shaking my head and almost laughing at the verbal exchanges between James and an assassin's widow. It was incredibly ludicrous. Who signed off on this piece of trash?

Speaking of the script, Bond keeps showing up to confront characters without explaining why and how he got there. Boom! All of a sudden he's in Europe jumping around finding and talking to all the right people at the right time. Even the attempt at humor is forced and banal.

The action isn't as good as past films. A car chase at night in Rome with absolutely no pedestrians or cars on the street is too hokey to be believed. This is not only the worst Bond movie with Daniel Craig, it is the worst Bond movie since the ludicrous Roger Moore films.… Expand
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beezballNov 7, 2015
I have way too much to say, so just ignore the critics, I don't often say they are wrong, but in this case they certainly are. Enjoy yourself, and don't be a Debbie Downer!
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beingryanjudeFeb 18, 2016
One of the best opening sequences—and surely the most expensive—of any 007 film. Unfortunately, somewhere after the first 15 minutes, the film loses its footing and never recovers. Perhaps it’s the missing Judi Dench. Or, possibly, the lackOne of the best opening sequences—and surely the most expensive—of any 007 film. Unfortunately, somewhere after the first 15 minutes, the film loses its footing and never recovers. Perhaps it’s the missing Judi Dench. Or, possibly, the lack of screen time for a wonderful Christoph Waltz. Nevertheless, something isn’t quite right in wake of the brilliance that was SKYFALL in 2012.… Expand
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csw12Mar 22, 2016
Another James Bond film chooses to be ordinary. Just more typical car chases, slutty women, and a boring bad guy. Spectre is overlong and at times a corny, silly film.
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alexnodeFeb 13, 2016
The last two Films seemed that they were leading the franchise to an interesting place. Spectre went two steps back to "sex, run, crash with style and repeat". Really silly plot , nice style.
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blacksunJan 14, 2016
Wait, am I watching a bad Roger Moore era remake? Are we really back to the comedic stunts and unwitty wit?
The film rambles on from one cliche to another making you feel like you're watching a Bond film you've seen before. I think they'reWait, am I watching a bad Roger Moore era remake? Are we really back to the comedic stunts and unwitty wit?
The film rambles on from one cliche to another making you feel like you're watching a Bond film you've seen before. I think they're just milking the Daniel Crag "formula" while they can. Scene after scene falls flat due to either bad acting, bad timing in direction or bad music. Sorry. Wait for the next one.… Expand
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JackalJan 29, 2016
This is absolutely going back into the formula that made James Bond great in the first place...he just needs a bit more humour and its spot on! but the movie in itself was superb just as it was supposed to be.
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LeZeeFeb 14, 2016
Not your usual Bond movie, but still a good entertainer.

What I liked from a couple of last Bond movies was they were off the regular 007 style, like not overly rely on spy's special gadgets. This change has been since the day one ofNot your usual Bond movie, but still a good entertainer.

What I liked from a couple of last Bond movies was they were off the regular 007 style, like not overly rely on spy's special gadgets. This change has been since the day one of Daniel Craig as a famous British spy, James Bond. Anyway, he's the most fittest (muscular) Bond I've ever seen and he's celebrating 10 year anniversary with this film release. But the question is whether he to do another film or done with the franchise. The doubt after the confusing end of this film.

The end was quite clear on the story perspective, so I kind of felt it was a farewell for Craig. But, later I came to know that the official source says Bond25 will be his fifth and so on till he opts out himself. 'Spectre' was a very simple Bond movie I have ever seen, but I can say the production quality was so good that you can't resist the enjoyment. The actors, they were also good, but not as I anticipated. Maybe many scenes were very ordinary for a Bond movie, that's comparable with the nowadays action movies, otherwise it was not as bad as critics expressing their disappointment.

You can't believe what I was disappointed, you know when they say what the C stands for - is that the best word they come up with against the M for Moron? Anyway, James Bond movies have always had ups and downs, the last film 'Skyfall' was a mega hit and now this has not stood up to that standard. But very entertaining with all the actions and unexpected turns in the narration. As a spy movie, it was okay, but as a Bond movie is what might upset you, so its upto you how you look at it. But to be honest, I enjoyed it.

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jamessFeb 11, 2016
There are things to like about Spectre, and things that have grown stale. The opening Day Of The Dead scene was beautifully shot and well executed. The "one take" scene from the hotel room to the Mexican rooftops was very well done, but theThere are things to like about Spectre, and things that have grown stale. The opening Day Of The Dead scene was beautifully shot and well executed. The "one take" scene from the hotel room to the Mexican rooftops was very well done, but the helicopter fight went on a little long for my taste. The building collapse tried to recreate the Skyfall crane/train feeling, but felt a bit forced (nice landing on a convenient couch). So what happens? Bond gets suspended because of Mexico. What happens next? Bond goes rogue. AGAIN. How many Bond movies, hell, how many spy movies have the plot involving the agent going rogue? Almost every MI? 17 Bond movies? The train fight scene is a great throwback to the physical fistfights of the Connery days, and the car chase is slick, but somehow not as exciting as recent vehicle chases from the MI's or Bourne's. There's no sense of real danger. And that's about all there is to recommend. Much has been said about Craig sleepwalking through the role, and his slightly pursed-lip serious look gets a serious workout. Without Taratino's dialogue (just see The Green Hornet, The Three Musketeers, etc. or best..don't), Waltz is rather flat as the villain. Bellucci is wasted in her very small role for a two and half hour film. And that's the thing. Do we a two and half hour James Bond? About as much as we need a two and half hour Judd Apatow comedy. MI Rogue Nation told a better story, with better action and did it twenty minutes shorter.… Expand
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gracjanskiOct 2, 2021
I enjoyed this movie a lot. Indeed this is the best Bond I saw in my marathon with all 007 movies. Visually the pictures are perfect, especially in the first half of the movie. Almost every character here is interesting, especially Q improvedI enjoyed this movie a lot. Indeed this is the best Bond I saw in my marathon with all 007 movies. Visually the pictures are perfect, especially in the first half of the movie. Almost every character here is interesting, especially Q improved a lot since the last movie. Ralph Fiennes as M has more scenes and he is much better than the ice cold and ugly Judi Dench. Christoph Waltz as Blofeld is a perfect cast, I still remember him as Col. Hans Lada in Inglourious Basterds. Daniel Craig is perfect as usual. Only the character Madeleine Swann is annoying in the beginning, but gets better. The story is a good one, I like the political statement here much better than in Skyfall.
The action scenes are perfect, because they are much more realistic than in many other Bond movies. Also the hand fights are great, compare them with the Bond movies from the 60s and 70s...
The biggest surprise is the humour. I never laughed in the all the Bond movies, sometimes the humour was even bad. But here, every joke is on point.… Expand
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TheApplegnomeJan 17, 2016
007 is back, way back to the old & classic days of action & thrills -- but I don’t recall forced romance, rushed plot-lines nor vague writing being a part of this ”shoot first, ask later-franchise”. It’s James Bond; intense & cliché-ish007 is back, way back to the old & classic days of action & thrills -- but I don’t recall forced romance, rushed plot-lines nor vague writing being a part of this ”shoot first, ask later-franchise”. It’s James Bond; intense & cliché-ish action isn’t something new to the genre, and it does bring some great & odd moments to the screen. It’s a great action-flick, but not more than that. The major lack of a better visualization of characters, protagonist as antagonist, are shockingly vague. There’re some understanding & depth to the plot & characters -- but there could have been so much more. Character development? Relatable romance? More originality? Character & plot motivation? A not-odd and non-fitting title-sequence? Nope, not much of that. Still an entertaining & eye-popping flick, yes -- but at the expense of the future of the franchise, that’s for sure.

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XharlieMar 7, 2016
Spectre is a shallow action movie but, by claiming to be a Bond film, it bids too high and loses all credibility because of how badly it fails to make that bid. It is a melange of tired old tropes, nostalgia and reminiscence, without anySpectre is a shallow action movie but, by claiming to be a Bond film, it bids too high and loses all credibility because of how badly it fails to make that bid. It is a melange of tired old tropes, nostalgia and reminiscence, without any particular flavour or highlight.

James Bond, in Spectre, does not do justice to the character we have read about in books and watched for decades in previous films. In Spectre, he's impatient and lacking of all subtlety. He isn't witty or intelligent or ingenious or elegant or classy or sophisticated and, although he drives a fancy car and drinks fancy Champagne, he doesn't do it with aplomb or finess. Even his English is appaling. James Bond would *never* spout dialogue with imperfect grammar just like he'd never drink white wine with red meat.

The villain is a walking cliché. The plot required a villain so one was found and that's about as much effort as was made. He's a bad guy because the plot frames him so. He's phychologically creepy because he takes the role of tourtourer in a physchologically creepy scene that is entirely predictable and painfully drawn out. He is evil but so shallow you simply can't be invested in Bond's quest to defeat him.

Along with Bond and The Villain, Spectre also serves all the other dishes that one expects. There's a Bond Girl and a mediocre romance which is out of place and tastelessly timed when you consider the plot and reinforces the holes in Bond's character - he isn't the suave romantic you expect. There are gadgets but they either don't work or work in an entirely uninspired fashion. There's a car chase but it is slow, linear and underwhelming - the cars are nice but neither the driving nor the journey are thrilling and the way it ends is simply pathetic.

There are also a very large number of moments that challenge your suspension of disbelief. Things happen that are just a little too far fetched or just a little too convenient. James Bond is permitted to push the limits but I think Spectre pushes them too far. I had to consciously set aside incredulity on a number of occasions to survive to the end of the rather long show.

Most damningly, the plot is nought but rubbish and unintelligable unless you happen to remember the two movies previous to Spectre. I was lost entirely when Bond was instructed to, "Kill him... and don't miss the funeral." Nothing, to my knowledge, gave us any way to know who's funeral the phrase was talking about. Thankfully, my friends at the cinema enlightened me. They also helped by reminding me of the events of the previous two movies so I could follow the plot a little more or else I would have been completely lost but, even with their help, I felt that the very shallow and unoriginal plot was stuck together with nails and glue and contained an unhealthy number of holes.

My final conclusion was that this movie was merely an excuse to set up an arch-enemy for Bond to fight in future installments. It was an origin story. Sadly, for me, it misses even this mark - the arch-enemy it has set up made a poor villain in Spectre and I wasn't at all invested in his demise throughout the movie, I have no interest in seeing future films that feature his villainy.… Expand
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koconnorFeb 12, 2016
It was predictable, slow and incredibly long. It would not end, it just going on and on and on and on...for 2.5 hours. I love James Bond movies and this was by FAR the worst one yet. Anybody who rated this a 10 probably isn't independent.
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VidyaBumOct 21, 2021
Out of 25 Bond movies, I'd place Spectre at 18/25.

I watched it not 4 days ago. I can't remember a thing about it. The photography was very yellow for some reason. The story almost started being ok at some point, and then it turned to crapOut of 25 Bond movies, I'd place Spectre at 18/25.

I watched it not 4 days ago. I can't remember a thing about it.
The photography was very yellow for some reason.

The story almost started being ok at some point, and then it turned to crap the very instant I thought the movie started showing competence.

I do remember that I thought at some point "somehow it's started being just as silly as Roger Moore era Bond now".
The action took too long and a lot of characterisation wasn't properly done.

Honestly, even after rewatching bits of it, I can't even appreciate, or remember appreciating, anything about Spectre.

The only positive and reason it's so high in my list is that Sam Mendes is a good director, Craig and Seydoux play well, actually every actor does his job well. But it's so uninteresting. No lines, no scenes, no plot points, nothing reall marks. It's competent work spent on a completely forgettable and uninteresting movie.… Expand
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Voodoo123Nov 9, 2015
A fun if tired entry that in the Daniel Craig films. I enjoyed watching this movie. I just wish they hadn't tried so hard with the fan service that crops up later on though. Didnt like the effort made to tie everything together from the craigA fun if tired entry that in the Daniel Craig films. I enjoyed watching this movie. I just wish they hadn't tried so hard with the fan service that crops up later on though. Didnt like the effort made to tie everything together from the craig plotlines here... felt like that decision was detrimental to the quality of its own self contained story.… Expand
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AcidwormApr 29, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very disappointing overall. I love Craig's Bond which gives a lot of depth to the role with some backstory that the series never gave Bond, and his icy seriousness works well. However, he is a little light on the humor, which the character is most known for.

The movie is overlong, and makes poor use of the villain and his main henchman. I enjoy how the movie connects all the Craig installments, but the plot becomes very convoluted in the second half with a lot of confusing sub-plots and backstory that are not always properly explored. The first half of the movie is excellent, but the second half really drags it down.

The love scenes come across very jarring and forced. First Bond sleeps with Monica Belluci after killing her husband and it makes no sense that she would jump into his arms so easy. Then she is quickly forgotten. The lead-lady role is a poorly designed character. One minute she pushes Bond away having no sexual interest in him whatsoever giving off an image that she is a strong woman that can take care of herself and very unavailable to men, and then after a fight scene they are in each other's arms a couple scenes later, and she tells him a little later how much she loves him. This sudden change of behavior for her does not work.

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OzyMar 30, 2016
Much better than the last two installments of the franchise. Definitely not original though. I feel that this is Craig's last bond film and the direction although safe gave me a good impression in the end. One that finally related Bond to theMuch better than the last two installments of the franchise. Definitely not original though. I feel that this is Craig's last bond film and the direction although safe gave me a good impression in the end. One that finally related Bond to the rest of us. He wants to be normal after all, marry a beautiful woman and have tonnes of kids. At least this is what i gathered. And if this is the direction it took, its funny as i would usually be sad to see the end, but instead I'm excited at what the franchise will come up with next.… Expand
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ToFewViewsFeb 15, 2016
Going into Spectre I didn't have the highest expectations but was slightly surprised with some of the filming in this Movie. Parts like the opening and most of the fights are filmed great with no shaky cam or the fast blurry camera work youGoing into Spectre I didn't have the highest expectations but was slightly surprised with some of the filming in this Movie. Parts like the opening and most of the fights are filmed great with no shaky cam or the fast blurry camera work you see in most action films. The parts of action that are CGI blend well with the practical effects to come together seemingly...For the most part.The story is nothing new with it pretty much being the same to the new Mission Impossible movie, The build up in the mystery is alright but still makes you feel like it could have been more. On the other hand the acting is great and Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz and Lea Seydoux all do a great job but I feel like more could have been done with Waltz's character. Action scenes where enjoyable and it all had that James Boned Feel that they should, Some scenes started to feel a little generic action movie. Overall if you enjoyed the other recent James Bond I'm sure you'll like this.… Expand
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SwiftReviewsMar 29, 2016
It was a good movie, i would probably rank it last out of the other Daniel Craig bond films, i enjoyed it because it was a bond film but it didn't seem very original and it didn't really take any risks.

so the good points are, the openingIt was a good movie, i would probably rank it last out of the other Daniel Craig bond films, i enjoyed it because it was a bond film but it didn't seem very original and it didn't really take any risks.

so the good points are, the opening scene was fantastic, with an awesome helicopter scene that was unique and visually exciting. The music overall was good and the theme song matched the movie well.

Overall it was put together well with some really good action scenes but a lot of it wasn't very memorable. I didn't like the storyline, the plot points were poor. I am thinking they must be running out of ideas or something.

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misadventurerJan 1, 2016
Now for "Spectre" Mendes gets a few things right, not that "Skyfall" was all bad, it was gorgeously shot with amazing locations, "Spectre" follows suit, with vibrant locales, the first shot of the film is a 'Birdman'-esque continuous trackingNow for "Spectre" Mendes gets a few things right, not that "Skyfall" was all bad, it was gorgeously shot with amazing locations, "Spectre" follows suit, with vibrant locales, the first shot of the film is a 'Birdman'-esque continuous tracking shot with some very very subtle editing. The scale of the film and some of the other driving shots later are breathtaking and almost hard to believe are real, there's so much scenery in frame, the cars look like toys. There are a few humorous moments as well, Craig showing how in control he is in nearly every situation, which is part of the mystique of the character. We go from Mexico City, to London to Rome to Austria to Switzerland, to Morrocco to a hollowed out volcano in the middle of the desert to.... London again... Lots of flying around, and the whole movie is supposed to take place over 4 days or so... We get to see more of Ben Whishaw's Quartermaster, he's a master hacker, who only one film earlier accidentally forgot he plugged the baddie's computer into their network, which was exactly what the villain wanted and got the MI-6 building blown up, here he hacks the most complicated computer system ever, by himself, on his laptop over wifi, and also manages to decipher the DNA coding of all the bad guys from a ring Craig got off a dead guy, thats just how good he is, though his car modding skills were a bit blah. just using a label maker and putting some toggles and a small LED readout to the dash of the film's Aston Martin DB10, was a bit slapdash. However he is able to singlehandedly totally rebuild and re-spec a 1962 DB5, which the filmmakers seem to forget who owns the car... as it is classically, Sean Connery's car of choice in the 3rd film and in several subsequent movies and Craig wins it in a poker game during "Casino Royale" but in "Skyfall" it has the Connery armament, which if you ask the producers, you'll again get the "we already have your money, go away" answer again... Its somewhat nostalgia wanking and fan service, though is also somewhat a disservice, with how Craig was supposed to be a stand alone reboot of the character, even though the filmmakers return to the well of Films Past.

Christoph Waltz plays the film's heavy, though Dave Bautista's laconic henchman fills the term more accurately, he's not only physically imposing, but he's also very effective and won't give up, and earns himself a spot on the Classic Henchman Wall of Fame, but Waltz plays a figure of Craig's past and leaves the reason he doesn't like Daniel up to the birds. There's an odd civility between hero and villain, more expository dialogue than there should be, it's a two hour fourteen minute film with maybe 4 action set pieces totally 20-25? minutes of screen time... Recently Daniel Craig has stated his disdain for the character, which maybe i'm not the only one who's caught on to these cinematic sins. The movie is fun for the parts that its fun, but there's a lot of time you can go run to the rest room, or take a phone call, or write a movie review and come back in time for the another action scene and go back out to the lobby. There's not much my words can do to desway people from seeing this film when it opens in the US on November 6th, the marketing machine on it and hype alone have already all but guaranteed its success, but i just want to point out it's merely just a Spectre of what a good James Bond movie should be.

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jlittle1404Mar 30, 2016
I thought a long time on this one and I don't think this Bond film was great but it wasn't the worst. Middle of the road action movie. Boring at times and will leave half the audience scratching their heads. I hope Daniel Craig comes back forI thought a long time on this one and I don't think this Bond film was great but it wasn't the worst. Middle of the road action movie. Boring at times and will leave half the audience scratching their heads. I hope Daniel Craig comes back for one more because this would be a low note to go out on.… Expand
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UrbanlistenerFeb 23, 2016
A fairly decent Bond movie, spectacular action scenes, great special effects, great cinematography and score and of course performances, but the problem is the plot. It is very by the numbers, unoriginal, there is not much to it, it is reallyA fairly decent Bond movie, spectacular action scenes, great special effects, great cinematography and score and of course performances, but the problem is the plot. It is very by the numbers, unoriginal, there is not much to it, it is really your typical action movie plot and also the villain is really not exploited the right way. You have a great actor (Christoph Waltz) playing the villain and a lot of premise, but his talents are kind of wasted. They build the character for more than an hour and when he finally appears it is for maybe 2-3 short scenes where he does pretty much nothing and when he does do something it fails and he look moronic. But in the end, it is a very enjoyable as an action film, but definitely not as much as Skyfall or Casino Royale.… Expand
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RalfbergsNov 19, 2016
I liked it generally, but the plot lacked a bit , especially how James Bond got near to bad guys - either just casually going to them, or they kidnap him and just bring to their place etc. I mean it felt a bit dumb and maybe overused in someI liked it generally, but the plot lacked a bit , especially how James Bond got near to bad guys - either just casually going to them, or they kidnap him and just bring to their place etc. I mean it felt a bit dumb and maybe overused in some earlier Bond films - I bet they could have thought of something more interesting by now. There were some other parts where the movie lacked and it was mostly quite predictable, so that makes it a bit more boring.… Expand
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CineAutoctonoJan 19, 2016
"SPECTRE" is a movie with lots of action and romance, but it was a little boring but very revealing , but I still doubt whether Daniel Craig as James Bond continues , if it continues as I'll get to see Daniel all the movies many times as"SPECTRE" is a movie with lots of action and romance, but it was a little boring but very revealing , but I still doubt whether Daniel Craig as James Bond continues , if it continues as I'll get to see Daniel all the movies many times as desired , and if not this may be the last of Daniel as James Bond , without hesitation Daniel Craig he has left a mark on this incredible saga.… Expand
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geo333May 11, 2022
I actually think this film is the second-best film of the Daniel Craig 007 films, as it has a great supporting cast and great movie quotes overall great film.
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reviewer2015lolJan 16, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My score is about 6.5

This movie was not bad but it's hardly epic and interresting. The villan is a major dissapointment. The car was only in the movie for like 10 minutes. And there is barrely action in it if you compare it to skyfall. Just watch it one time in the cinema but stay away for it then.… Expand
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Jollyjoe1000Mar 12, 2016
it was not that bad but just kinda off. Missing the charm of the other films(at least most of them) but I hope that daniel craig will be able to fix the bond series with a good new installment that will come in a few years.
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YorkManJan 25, 2016
Spectre is merely an average Bond movie. There's been much better and, unfortunately, there has been far worse.

The main crux of the problem stems from the need to tie together the overarching storyline set up in the previous three DanielSpectre is merely an average Bond movie. There's been much better and, unfortunately, there has been far worse.

The main crux of the problem stems from the need to tie together the overarching storyline set up in the previous three Daniel Craig outings, and the introduction of the organisation of Spectre, with Blofeld at its head, being the super secret 'umbrella' cartel that has been yanking Bond's chain.

Why is this a problem? Because it, in numerous ways, undermines the whole notion of what had come before. Especially the plot devices used in Quantum of Solace and then expanded on in Skyfall. This was the idea that Quantum was THE criminal cartel. Why bring back Spectre and Blofeld (and the need to create a backstory that links Bond and Blofeld together, having a shared childhood)? Because the producers of the film were able to secure usage of the name, nothing more, nothing less.

As a film, it's directed fairly well, the cinematography is fine, the musical score isn't that memorable, and the acting performances (on the whole) are ok(?). But as a whole, it doesn't really add up to much.
Craig as Bond is on autopilot and if he's brought back again for a fifth outing (to close off the Blofeld story arc) he needs a director who'll kick his arse and make him look at least like he cares.
Same with Christophe Waltz as Blofeld. It's clear this film is designed to introduce the character (the ending is left ambiguous), and it's not a spoiler in any sense to know Blofeld doesn't die!
But Waltz is also just acting by numbers in this movie.
For me though, the biggest acting issue is the casting of Lea Seydoux as the 'main' Bond girl. She's as wooden as a toothpick and not much better to look at. When the 'minor' Bond girl (played by Monica Belucci in a fairly small role) is so much more memorable, then the casting director got something very wrong indeed!!

But, if I'm being critical, it's the script that fails the most. Craig has established a Bond who is both rugged and emotive, both tough and free to show his fear. In Spectre he's very flat, with none of the suaveness and one liners that he's poured onto the screen in earlier films. Add to that a plot which revolves around the internal machinations of MI5, a power struggle in the 'boardroom' between M and and an up and coming 'techie' who believes field agents are an outmoded concept in the digital/cctv/smartphone/laptop world, and the actual actions scenes feel like a completely different movie.
The dialogue is cliched, and there's so much exposition (because of the dual storylines, and the need to keep the audience 'up to date') that I came away feeling like someone had pushed that secondary storyline so hard, as merely a means to have a substantial run-time for the movie. Believe me, they could knock it down to 90 minutes and have the 'other' storyline merely pop up as a rationale, a few throwaway lines here and there, and it wouldn't have changed the way the main story developed.

Overall, it's just average. It's never going to be hailed as a Bond classic, and that's fair enough. I am just hoping they pull out all the stops and go for a massive action finale for Craig's final outing!… Expand
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smiyamotMar 9, 2016
Since I've been watching James Bond since Dr. No, it's always been fighting, sex, and guns. This movie seemed to try for a little more; make Bond more human, maybe? We get a glimpse of his past, we see what makes him tick, we see that he'sSince I've been watching James Bond since Dr. No, it's always been fighting, sex, and guns. This movie seemed to try for a little more; make Bond more human, maybe? We get a glimpse of his past, we see what makes him tick, we see that he's not indestructible. That might not be everyone's cup of tea. Some of the fight scenes seemed to go on too long, but this is an action movie so maybe I'm off base. The "Bond girl" by the description of her, should have been older, which would have been a better match for Daniel Craig, who is an "older" Bond. Guess they wanted a young actress to bring in the younger audience.… Expand
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aadityamudharApr 18, 2016
Spectre was a marginally decent movie, it followed the outline of the past Bond movies structurally, but the story was a bore. Some scenes seemed too goofy to be in the film - almost a parody of itself, other scenes were mediocre and a coupleSpectre was a marginally decent movie, it followed the outline of the past Bond movies structurally, but the story was a bore. Some scenes seemed too goofy to be in the film - almost a parody of itself, other scenes were mediocre and a couple were fun. If you have money to blow, and have nothing else to see, then go for it. For the rest of you... It's a Netflix movie for sure.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeJan 8, 2016
It's almost there to a good score but this movie of 007 named Spectre has almost made it to the score of 7. It's pretty much decent and loving at the same time while it's lacking the excitement from the previous 007 movies.
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NicoteenMar 9, 2016
" A moderate movie, a weak Bond. Skyfall was one of the best Bond movies of all time, so the sequel is never as good Skyfall (weak action, boring characters).. I like Christoph Waltz, but he couldn't save it. In the end it's entertaining for" A moderate movie, a weak Bond. Skyfall was one of the best Bond movies of all time, so the sequel is never as good Skyfall (weak action, boring characters).. I like Christoph Waltz, but he couldn't save it. In the end it's entertaining for a BD/DVD night, but not more.."

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in_obsessionJan 31, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Coming off the high that was Skyfall, a lot of people were expecting a lot out of this movie. And did it deliver?

....not really, no. In fact, I'd venture to say that it's probably only a bit better than Solace and definitely not up to calibre with Skyfall's success. The most serious flaw (a flaw that many movies have tbh) is in it's villain. I admit the introduction leading up to him was interesting but then it just...stagnates. He spends so much time talking about what he's done but never actually does anything. Not to mention the fail that was Andrew Scott. Not as an actor because the way he looks Bond up and down...ahhh that was a beautiful Moriarty look there, but his entire part could have been erased and it probably would have been a better movie. Let's not even talk about the uselessness that was Bautista's character. There was no need for the dramatics of his introduction. In fact, there was so much that could have been cut out and that time used instead to introduce more by way of character depth to the main villain.

It's so sad when so many great actors get together to make what could have been a great movie but had a shoddy script to work with.

The gold in this film lies not with anything Bond does with his Bond girls or M getting down into the trenches or even Andrew Scott's subtle interest in all the men in this movie, but in the Bond/Q relationship. Shipping aside, their chemistry is absolutely wonderful and I wish desperately that they had focused more on that than with their sad excuse for a romance. Each scene with them together was filled with snark and just...so much perfection.

Watch this movie if you just want to watch a Bond movie, no matter how bad it is. It's at least better than Solace?… Expand
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wariceJan 2, 2016
With Bond movies you expect: lots of attractive women,lots of Gadgets,plenty of one liners;novel stunt ideas,a great story.I think Daniel Craig is a lovely guy;however he just doesn't have the coolness and sophistication of Roger Moore orWith Bond movies you expect: lots of attractive women,lots of Gadgets,plenty of one liners;novel stunt ideas,a great story.I think Daniel Craig is a lovely guy;however he just doesn't have the coolness and sophistication of Roger Moore or Sean Connery.The movie underdelivers on all the themes you expect in a Bond movie.Not enough twists and turns for me.I found it dull and a waste of time.We need a new bond and a lot of gadgets...… Expand
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FilmMasterEdJan 5, 2016
If this really is Daniel Craig's final round as 007, he's giving fans a killer farewell

If there is such a thing as "James Bond's Greatest Hits," then Spectre is it. The 25th movie about the British MI6 agent with a license to kill isIf this really is Daniel Craig's final round as 007, he's giving fans a killer farewell

If there is such a thing as "James Bond's Greatest Hits," then Spectre is it. The 25th movie about the British MI6 agent with a license to kill is party time for Bond fans, a fierce, funny, gorgeously produced valentine to the longest-running franchise in movies. Bond freaks will be orgasmic playing spot-the-reference to the series that began in 1962 with Dr. No.

Non-freaks still have Daniel Craig to feast on. In a photo finish with Sean Connery as the best of the six movie Bonds, Craig comes out blazing. He's a blunt instrument in a creamy Tom Ford tux, alive with danger and sexual swagger. This is Craig's fourth time as 007. After the abysmal Quantum of Solace, he rallied with Skyfall, the biggest boffo Bond ($1.1 billion worldwide). Craig's stated goal was to make Spectre "better than Skyfall." Not quite. Casino Royale, Craig's first go-round, remains his peak, the film that caught Bond in the act of inventing himself.

Spectre carries on Craig's reinvention of Bond, blowing a reported $250 million budget on spectacular action without losing what's personal. Skyfall director Sam Mendes is back to keep things real, but the plot cooked up by John Logan, Neal Purvis, Robert Wade and Jez Butterworth is a 148-minute minefield of distractions.

Ah, but what distractions. Apologies to The Spy Who Loved Me, but the Bond series has never had a more drop-dead dazzler of an opener than this one, set in Mexico City on the Day of the Dead. With Bond leaping across rooftops to take out the evil Sciarra (Alessandro Cremona) and winding up in a dizzying chopper battle above the crowds in Zocolo Square, the scene is a visual triumph for Dutch camera whiz Hoyte van Hoytema (Interstellar, Her) and a new peak in the art of eye-popping.

Then Bond is off to Rome, chasing bad guys in a custom Aston Martin DB10 and having sex with Sciarra's widow (Monica Bellucci, still wowza at 51). The widow is Bond's entree to Spectre, a secret society of global terrorists led by Franz Oberhauser (Christoph Waltz), a mystery man from Bond's orphan past. "I'm the author of all your pain," says Franz, whose ID is easy to guess. No spoilers, except to say that Waltz, purring with lethal charm, is perfection.

Back at MI6, Bond and the new M (Ralph Fiennes) face a new enemy, C, short for Max Denbigh (a smarmy Andrew Scott). He's a bureaucrat who wants to refit British intelligence for the digital era: drones in place of agents and the end of the 00 program, which made spycraft hands-on. So it's Bond, M, Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and gadget-master Q (a wonderful Ben Whisaw) against the cyber-Nazis on one side, Spectre on the other.

Spectre even offers a fresh take on the Bond girl. She's Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), a French doctor with a name out of Proust and no patience for Bond's swinging, macho lifestyle. She puts the randy spy in touch with his feminist side and, just maybe, lasting love.

Not buying it? Too candy-ass? I see your point. But Bond's train fight with a hulk called Hinx (Dave Bautista) recalls the brutal choo-choo classic in From Russia With Love. Craig puts heat and heart into Spectre, as if he's taken Bond as far he can. The movie is a fever dream of all the Bond villains and all of Bond's efforts to see a life past them. An exhausted Craig has said he'd rather "slash my wrists" than play Bond again. There's still one more film in his contract, but to quote Sam Smith's Bond song, "The writing's on the wall." If so, Spectre is a stirring, way-cool valedictory. Craig does himself proud.… Expand
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ComandanteCobraJun 16, 2016
An uninspired action movie that has little to offer I'm afraid. It seems to me as if i was watching a toned down Jason Bourne movie rather than a serious spy movie....too much clichéd action and too little of the "class" that made James BondAn uninspired action movie that has little to offer I'm afraid. It seems to me as if i was watching a toned down Jason Bourne movie rather than a serious spy movie....too much clichéd action and too little of the "class" that made James Bond famous.
If you are looking for a good action film watch something else like "Mission Impossible Rogue Nation" that is highly entertaining ... and if you are loking for a good Spy story retrieve another James Bond movie but one with Sean Connery in It. Monica Bellucci is still gorgeous ..she is the only good thing in this picture… Expand
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nahtan1244Jan 23, 2016
Spectre is Directed by the same guy who directed the fantastic Skyfall. The opening shot in mexico Is worth the price of admission alone. The opening credits are also beautifully made. Christoph waltz was a great casing choice as the mainSpectre is Directed by the same guy who directed the fantastic Skyfall. The opening shot in mexico Is worth the price of admission alone. The opening credits are also beautifully made. Christoph waltz was a great casing choice as the main villain. This movie leans toward the earlier entry's of the bond films and constantly makes subtle references to the earlier entry's. Back to the villain he delivered in every scene he appeared even though he only in like 3 scenes and didn't show up until half way into the movie. Also you could tell both Sam and Danial Craig were running out of steam as the movie went on. this will likely be Danial Craig's last bond movie but none of the less Spectre is way better than Quantum of solace and is very entertaining throughout even though it is not quite as good as casino royale or skyfall.… Expand
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DanielGFeb 20, 2016
Get ready to fall asleep. This is easily the worst bond title to come out in a long while. Even surpassing Quantum Solace for mediocrity. Its endless scenes of boring dialogue and stiff acting. The main antagonist played by Christoph WaltzGet ready to fall asleep. This is easily the worst bond title to come out in a long while. Even surpassing Quantum Solace for mediocrity. Its endless scenes of boring dialogue and stiff acting. The main antagonist played by Christoph Waltz barely gets any screen time. Keep in mind I never found Sky Fall to be that great either. I find these Daniel Craig bond movies to be more dialogue then actual entertainment. You can tell this movie was rushed into production and it shows. Everyone in the entire film just feels so out of place and you can tell it through their acting. Anyone who gives it anything beyond a 6/10 must have been watching another film. Its bad.… Expand
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Tomiati1912Mar 12, 2016
Delicia de filme cara,mas poderia ser melhor,deixou a a desejar em alguns pontos,e deveria ter sido diferente em outros ,mas ainda sim e o melhor filme dês de goldeneye
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Jimi360Mar 26, 2016
Spectre had the unfortunate pleasure of attempting to follow up on the huge acclaim and success of Skyfall. High hopes were put upon Spectre, including by myself, as one of the best actors in the world at the moment, Christoph Waltz, wasSpectre had the unfortunate pleasure of attempting to follow up on the huge acclaim and success of Skyfall. High hopes were put upon Spectre, including by myself, as one of the best actors in the world at the moment, Christoph Waltz, was snapped up as the villain. Despite this, Spectre never gets anywhere near the bar that Skyfall or previous Daniel Craig instalments have set.

What Spectre does well is progress the stories of some of the side characters, such as the new M (Ralph Fiennes) as he struggles with a few sub-plots within the film. Q is also an excellent character once again, adding some witty little remarks to Bond and his accomplices. Despite not speaking, aside one word, Dave Bautista is a terrifying bodyguard as Mr Hinx, and does everything he is asked.

The problem is here, there is absolutely nothing new. Spectre is just recycled plot points from Bonds of old and, though Craig and Waltz provide equally solid performances, but there is nothing to excel on the brilliance of Skyfall or Casino Royale from earlier in the franchise. There is a basic plot, with a standard villain, with standard motives, which is so disappointing considering the recent resurgence of Bond, as well as the potential of the cast.

Die-hard Bond fans may still enjoy this movie, but as someone who just wanted a good follow-up to Skyfall I was left disappointed, personally.… Expand
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MovieGeeksApr 1, 2016
Does it mean something that James Bond drinks a dirty martini in “Spectre,” the latest in the seemingly unkillable franchise? It’s too soon to know, though true Bondologists will be parsing this new drink’s significance shortly. As more of anDoes it mean something that James Bond drinks a dirty martini in “Spectre,” the latest in the seemingly unkillable franchise? It’s too soon to know, though true Bondologists will be parsing this new drink’s significance shortly. As more of an amateur in all-things Bond, I had hoped a dirty bomb would go boom or that the actress Léa Seydoux would do something unspeakable to Daniel Craig, given that the pre-credit sequence features female nudes writhing alongside an octopus with busy arms. Part of the bankable pleasure of the series, after all, is that every so often, among the usual guns and girls, the unexpected happens — a bikini stops the film, a villain revs it up, Bond surprises.

There’s nothing surprising in “Spectre,” the 24th “official” title in the series, which is presumably as planned. Much as the perfect is the enemy of good, originality is often the enemy of the global box office. And so, for the fourth time, Mr. Craig has suited up to play the British spy who’s saving the world one kill at a time, with Sam Mendes occupying the director’s chair for a second turn. They’re a reasonable fit, although their joint seriousness has started to feel more reflexive than honest, especially because every Bond movie inevitably shakes off ambition to get down to the blockbuster business of hurling everything — bodies, bullets, fireballs, debris, money — at the screen.

Before that happens here, there’s the usual narrative busywork that plays as if it were written by committee, which it was (John Logan, Neal Purvis, Robert Wade and Jez Butterworth). If you have watched one Bond movie, you know the score. The band — M (Ralph Fiennes), Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) — gets back together, with Bond singing lead. There’s an opening lollapalooza blowout that Mr. Mendes largely delivers in one long silky take, having clearly studied trends in contemporary art cinema. Mr. Craig and the camera move together beautifully in this sequence, whether Bond’s sauntering across a roof (and in what has become a signature, adjusting a shirt cuff) or riding down a collapsing building as easily as you would a slide at a water park.

There’s more, of course, including car chases, nominally exotic locales and a pulpy, visceral slugfest on a passenger train with a Bluto-size hurting machine (Dave Bautista) who’s evocative of that old Bond enemy Jaws. The train, as well as the purr of an Aston Martin, suggests that the filmmakers are working the nostalgia angle, though, the series has always been driven by longing for other men and worlds, for the British Empire, for a hyper-masculine savior, for sex kittens (friends or foes) and for a reassuring vision of the world in which the greatest threat is an orderly criminal organization run by a single supervillain. The superbaddie in “Spectre” is, alas, a bore, enlivened only by our series sentimentality and Christoph Waltz working his accented villainy with a smile.

Back in 2006, Mr. Craig slipped into “Casino Royale” and the role of James Bond like a middleweight’s fist in a boxing glove, bringing to the gig a battered beauty one punch away from ugly, a powerful chest that looks good in a tux and a visceral predatory quality that works equally well for annihilating villains and ladies.

Mr. Craig delivers the blows — the crushing uppercuts and sucker punches — more persuasively than the chaste kisses, although given the anemic seductresses Bond is often now paired with, the actor can scarcely take the blame. A few sashay through “Spectre,” most agreeably Monica Bellucci, cinema’s current go-to Italian bombshell. She shows up in widow’s weeds, which Bond promptly removes while she babbles intel about her dead husband. The husband is a nail that leads to the shoe, the horse, the rider and finally the kingdom, little of which has anything to do with the world as it exists, with its environmental disasters and political uncertainties, religious wars and ordinary terrors. But then it’s hard to imagine Bond taking on, say, the Islamic State.

The Bond movies have always managed to tap into reality by switching on a camera, a connection to the material world that lingered no matter how far out the villains, their wild lairs and intrigues.The current Bond team is trying to keep the audience entertained with new tricks and gizmos while keeping it kind of real, which perhaps explains why this Bond sweats buckets, tears up and even bares his feelings. Mr. Craig is very good at selling Bond’s humanity, though in truth, what has always really turned us on isn’t 007’s humanity but the reverse.… Expand
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TheFilmBuffApr 2, 2016
'Spectre' Grinds Through Plot, but It and Craig Look Great!

Because women are particularly beguiling when viewed from behind, the camera loves to follow them: Anyone who's watched James Stewart's lovesick detective trailing Kim Novak, a'Spectre' Grinds Through Plot, but It and Craig Look Great!

Because women are particularly beguiling when viewed from behind, the camera loves to follow them: Anyone who's watched James Stewart's lovesick detective trailing Kim Novak, a platinum dream poured into a pale gray flannel hourglass, understands the voyeurism at the heart of Vertigo. With Spectre — the twenty-fourth James Bond picture and the fourth and probably final one to feature Daniel Craig as 007 — director Sam Mendes takes a tip, perhaps unwittingly, from Hitchcock, as well as from Orson Welles's Touch of Evil: The picture opens in Mexico City with a regal, ambitious, Wellesian tracking shot that begins in the midst of a Day of the Dead parade and eventually finds its way to Craig's Bond, standing in the crowd.

He's wearing a holiday-appropriate costume, a sexy-threatening skull mask and a black topcoat with a silkscreened skeleton's spine winding up the back. There's a masked beauty on his arm, but who's looking at her? The camera trails the couple as they trek through the reveling masses, and it's impossible to take your eyes off that spine, a sensuous, rippling, imaginary x-ray of the man beneath. Why, oh why, don't real 3-D glasses — the ones advertised in the backs of comic books and sold to young boys hoping to see through women's clothes — actually exist?

We don't really need to see through Daniel Craig's clothes, because eventually he does take at least some of them off. But dressed or un-, he's the chief pleasure to be had in Spectre, along with the joys of gazing at the feral-flower beauty of Léa Seydoux (as Madeleine Swann, the headstrong psychologist Bond falls for), Monica Bellucci (who appears only briefly, as an Italian widow in a merry widow), and the radiant charmer Naomie Harris (who again plays MI6 administrative assistant Miss Moneypenny, although like most administrative assistants, she's sorely underappreciated and given only unimportant things to do).

Spectre on the whole is gorgeous, shot — by cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema — in a bevy of locales including sandy-gold Morocco, glowing, gray-marble Rome, the winter-white Austrian Alps, and, of course, dazzling, polychrome Mexico City. Every action sequence is beautifully staged and edited clearly: There's a rough-and-tumble dustup set in a train's dining car and a breathtaking midair scuffle in which the two principals dangle precariously from a flying helicopter. Mendes and his screenwriters (John Logan, Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and Jez Butterworth) give us multiple villains to thrill to and hate, one played by appealing muscleman Dave Bautista, another by Christoph Waltz, who's perfectly fine if you're not yet tired of his trademark death's-head grin. This isn't your average James Bond movie; it's more of a SuperBond, packed with all sorts of things you didn't know you wanted — but also with things you don't really need.

Because in the end, Spectre is just too much of a good thing. Though each scene is carefully wrought, there's little grace, majesty, or romance in the way the pieces are connected. The whole is bumpy and inelegant — entertaining for sure, but hard to love. It's easy to see how all this aggressive splendor could fall flat: Both Mendes and Craig have said in interviews that they were nervous about being able to top the over-the-topness of 2012's rich, resonant Skyfall, Mendes's first film in the franchise; Craig has also said that he's "done" with James Bond, and though that could be exhaustion speaking, it's easy to see how the excesses of Spectre might cause anyone to say, Enough.

The shaky plot mechanics don't help: Acting on a tip from his late, and beloved, boss M (Judi Dench, who appears here only in a small, moving snippet of video), Bond goes rogue to root out the mysterious head of bad-guy syndicate SPECTRE. In the process, he flagrantly disobeys his new boss (played with bespoke tastefulness by Ralph Fiennes) and messes up the beautiful Aston Martin DB10 he's stolen from fidgety gadget mastermind Q (an adorable Ben Whishaw, dressed in a series of amazing jackets, in plum tweeds and dark-blue windowpane-checks). Meanwhile, an evil new boss (Andrew Scott, of Sherlock) has taken over MI6 with plans to dissolve it. There's enough plot here for six movies, and Spectre groans under the weight. Mendes has dropped in some lovely details that nearly get lost: Not surprisingly, Bond's underfurnished bachelor-spy apartment is lacking in tchotchkes, but we do get a glimpse of a miniature bulldog figurine, its back adorned with a Union Jack, that in the old days used to sit on M's desk.

This scrappy bulldog Bond is tired, but he's also capable of tenderness. And no matter how frustrating or exhausting Spectre may be, there's nothing but sadness to be felt in watching him walk away.… Expand
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LoafyApr 11, 2016
Spectre may not be the best, but rather enjoyable. The action scenes are great, Daniel Craig is the best James Bond ever. Though the new bond girl was rather annoying with unnecessary scenes with them.There is humor in the movie from time toSpectre may not be the best, but rather enjoyable. The action scenes are great, Daniel Craig is the best James Bond ever. Though the new bond girl was rather annoying with unnecessary scenes with them.There is humor in the movie from time to time that you can get a laugh at, which does get you back right to the pace of the film. What I hated the most of spectre was the villian Oberhauser. It was a very weak performance and wasn't as sinister as silva in skyfall. Overall...yes Skyfall is the better choice but Spectre is a fun and enjoyable movie to watch.… Expand
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CalibMcBoltsMay 30, 2016
What a big fat disappointment ''Spectre'' is, the things they would have done, the opportunities they had, the actors they had, they had double Oscar winner Christoph Waltz for christ sakes and they didnt use him AT ALL, he was just anotherWhat a big fat disappointment ''Spectre'' is, the things they would have done, the opportunities they had, the actors they had, they had double Oscar winner Christoph Waltz for christ sakes and they didnt use him AT ALL, he was just another paint by numbers stereotype Bond villain, who does bad things, because it's bad, and he likes bad.
''Spectre'' has just another cliche storyline (in combination with, that the end of this movie is practically the same as the end of MI:5, a much better spy thriller who came out earlier in 2015), a cliche bond girl, a cliche villain.… Expand
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arostislavnaOct 2, 2021
Truthfully, I enjoyed the nods back to previous films, it is by no means amazing... but it is inspired by the NWO (SPECTRE) & domestic spying that is rampant with the Five Eyes (called Nine Eyes in Bondverse), NSA, Pegasus, Shadowdragon,Truthfully, I enjoyed the nods back to previous films, it is by no means amazing... but it is inspired by the NWO (SPECTRE) & domestic spying that is rampant with the Five Eyes (called Nine Eyes in Bondverse), NSA, Pegasus, Shadowdragon, etc.

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MasterRileyJul 22, 2016
Spectre isn't as good as Casino Royale or Skyfall, but it is definitely better than Quantum of Solace. Its a good movie all around; with great action, good characters, good writing, and good music.
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reallyadrielAug 3, 2016
To be completely honest and straight forward. I'm not a Daniel Craig type of guy, I'm more of a Pierce Brosnan. Either way here is my honest review of Spectre.

The movie was kinda a let down. They should have upped the film rating fromTo be completely honest and straight forward. I'm not a Daniel Craig type of guy, I'm more of a Pierce Brosnan. Either way here is my honest review of Spectre.

The movie was kinda a let down. They should have upped the film rating from PG-13 to R to get more action/gory scenes in the movie that is usually limited by the PG-13 rating. I thought it had cliche moments, situations, and endings in the movie that you can probably guess what is going to happen next, even if you haven't watched the movie. In general, the movie did not feel like a James Bond film it felt more like a movie that separated itself from the series.

In sum, the movie needed more action. It did not have enough of gadgetry like how a James Bond film should have and more focused on adding 'fluff' to the storyline.… Expand
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JyroJyroJul 24, 2017
Unfortunately, we've seen this sort of film a thousand times before. Forgettable characters, unbelievable stunts and a poor attempt of 'connecting the dots'. It's a shame because Daniel Craig shines as effortlessly in this as he did in theUnfortunately, we've seen this sort of film a thousand times before. Forgettable characters, unbelievable stunts and a poor attempt of 'connecting the dots'. It's a shame because Daniel Craig shines as effortlessly in this as he did in the previous three films (he really has set a new mantle for Bond actors). Just as well the storyline isn't quite as hopeless as Quantum of Solace...… Expand
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JP32Dec 7, 2021
As an uber-sleek and spit-polished take on the 007 formula, it reminded me a lot of the newest Mission Impossible movies, which sacrificed unique auteuristic spins for premium-grade stunt shows.
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DominArsenDec 9, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. James Bond Spectre

Surement l'épisode ou Daniel Craig rendra son costume...
Un film à la belle allure sortit à un moment mouvementé pour la France. À été acclamé pas forcement en bien.
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On commence par une scène d'introduction qui se passe quasiment sans changement de caméra, ça rend le film fluide, j'ai trouvé cela sublime d'autant que la fête (Squellete) fait office de compteur ... On a une autre scène avec des jeux d'ombre géniale et pour un film avec un beau casting; dans cette scène se trouvent très peu de paroles. De plus j'adore Christophe Waltz (le dentiste dans Django) qui endosse le costume du méchant...

La scène du train a été ressentie comme une cassure pour moi, il se casse mutuellement... c'est assez étrange dans un James Bond.

Une fin qui m'attriste un peut, car le méchant qui dit que "c'est à cause de lui toutes les difficultés de BOND" .... Personnellement le méchant on en parle que dans spectre. Pour dire rapidement tout s'effondre à partir de cette citation ce qui est vraiment dommage.

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DomgwyDec 20, 2017
I have been trying to collect my thoughts on the latest entry to the Bond franchise for the best part of a day now….here goes nothing.

After three films of origin stories and departures from the Bond formula, the end of Skyfall finally sawI have been trying to collect my thoughts on the latest entry to the Bond franchise for the best part of a day now….here goes nothing.

After three films of origin stories and departures from the Bond formula, the end of Skyfall finally saw all the pieces in place for a return to the classic Connery-era Bond.

In many respects Spectre delivers on this promise. Ben Whishaw’s Q, Naomie Harris’ Moneypenny and a scene steeling Ralph Fiennes as the new M provide great energetic back up to Daniel Craig’s Bond as he embarks on his latest globe trotting mission.

I have always been a fan of Craig’s portrayal of the character, but in Spectre the actor has reached a new level. Here Bond is cocky, deadly and cold while simultaneously remaining witty, charming and at times even playful. However the film’s plot also allows Craig to display those rare moments of vulnerability as his past comes back to haunt him in the form of the shady organisation of the title.

Unfortunately it is also the plot that lets the film down. As is often the case with franchise films the end result is only as strong as the lead villain and their scheme. Although two time oscar winner Christoph Waltz delivers a subtly sadistic performance the writers have let him down in a major way.

The role of SPECTRE and Waltz’s Oberhauser in the film is often reduced to a MacGuffin, only there to give Bond motivation to move from one scene to the next. We spend the majority of the film waiting for Oberhauser to step out from the shadows and explain his organisations’ goals and motivations. When he is finally revealed however no such explanation is given. From the context of the secondary plot and a standout scene where the members of SPECTRE meet in Rome, the audience is left to piece together their scheme without being spoon fed via exposition.

For this reason above all Spectre is a film that demands repeat viewing. I feel like during my first watch, any time the plot was unclear or I missed a key line, it was ok because Waltz would inevitably spell it all out for me. The fact that this never happened is really to be comended. I feel that modern audiences (myself very much included) have now come to expect this overt kind of expository dialogue, so much so that when it is missing films feel incomplete and disjointed. However commendable though, this is still a major flaw that leads the last third of the film feeling decidedly anti-climatic.

Despite these plot concerns (and a somewhat misjudged and underdeveloped attempt to tie in Craig’s previous Bond films) Spectre certainly doesn’t disappoint when it comes to action set pieces and sharp dialogue.

With standout performances and some great action, if this is indeed to be Craig’s final outing it certainly gives the audience the Bond film they have been asking for ever since Casino Royale. Whether this is the Bond film we deserve however, is another matter entirely.… Expand
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spacebear1Dec 7, 2017
Sam Mendes' Spectre was a film that got way more hate than it deserved. Daniel Craig is once again, an amazing James Bond. The action sequences were perfect. My main complaints are that the film has some pacing issues but also the film reallySam Mendes' Spectre was a film that got way more hate than it deserved. Daniel Craig is once again, an amazing James Bond. The action sequences were perfect. My main complaints are that the film has some pacing issues but also the film really underused it's villain, Ernst Blofeld/Franz Oberhauser… Expand
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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018
Mendes is a fanatic for arthouse system, a love letter he writes to Fleming, I wonder who will do the same to him.

Spectre Mendes is a local seller. This time, breathing pure England-ness and all the patriotism towards it, the director, SamMendes is a fanatic for arthouse system, a love letter he writes to Fleming, I wonder who will do the same to him.

Spectre

Mendes is a local seller. This time, breathing pure England-ness and all the patriotism towards it, the director, Sam Mendes is going global with household methods. And to me, it is an ode to this franchise. Never has been a film so formal and personal altogether, like this. Many have come and gone, including his own version in the previous round, but no one was this professional. They have been claiming James Bond's excellence and superiority in his work shamelessly, and never had even cared to prove it. But with a clean polished job comes Mendes, with a neatly poised futuristic world i.e. the present one in which we are living. His huge set pieces gives away the clues. Armed with a huge production budget, Mendes colors the film with ravishing locations and Ridley Scott's Blade Runner-isc captivating tone.

Calculative steps and a simple pragmatic way out, from those steps, Daniel Craig is carrying a much heavy weight on his shoulder. Reinventing the character after a complete arc, he is given everything gift wrapped and untouched. And his version of sober Bond leaves a safe air in the room that is soothingly quiet and cathartic. Christoph Waltz, a mere pawn of the game, no matter how much he brags himself to be the puppeteer, he always stays a puppet.

Despite of a brief appearance, Monica Bellucci casts an unbreakable spell on us from which even the lead, Lea Seydoux couldn't free us. Personally, I feel for Ralph Fiennes, hiding someone else's mistakes and correcting his own, to bring down an evil empire Spectre, his job is to justify all the chapters of the franchise keeping in contrast to the materialistic world, this current generation is drawn to, "A license to kill is also not a license to kill." he concludes.… Expand
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LoletinAlexisJun 27, 2018
Spectre is a blurred version of Skyfall, which although entertains and the action scenes are cool, the story is not interesting, the villain is horrible and the film has plenty of footage.
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FilipeNetoSep 6, 2018
Since always the 007 franchise has a special place in my personal cinematheque. I have all the movies and I really enjoy watching them. And although the majority are very good, of course, not all have been good. Some were realSince always the 007 franchise has a special place in my personal cinematheque. I have all the movies and I really enjoy watching them. And although the majority are very good, of course, not all have been good. Some were real disappointments, however much the unconditional fans find it difficult to admit. For me, there is a difference between being a fan and being a blind. I loved to watch "Skyfall", I really enjoyed the honors that are made there to several others past movies (it was released during the celebration of the franchise's fifty years, and it made sense to pay these homage). Another point I loved about "Skyfall" was the way it made connections to previous films, creating a thread through these films since "Casino Royale", and I was excited to see how this was going to continue. And, unlike a lot of people, I've never put any objections to the way Daniel Craig plays Bond nor do I get homesick thinking the previous actors were better than him. Every actor who wore the 007 suit had his time and his personal way of being Bond, and that diversity helps franchise to become richer and appealing. It's my opinion on that. So, as you might imagine, I was really excited about "Specter". Of course, the title showed me one thing: Bloofeld was going to come back one way or another. And so it was.

As always, Craig was well on the main character. Charismatic and seductive without losing the rough and dangerous look, he never lets us forget that he is a man on a mission. Christoph Waltz was compelling and Machiavellian and rose to the challenge of embodying one of the most iconic Bond villains. Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Andrew Scott and Naomie Harris were impeccable in supporting roles. On the other hand, Lea Seydoux is far from being a memorable bond-girl with an uninspired performance, while veteran Monica Bellucci, despite her age, is much more sexy and could have been more interesting if she had a more active and important character. Sam Mendes is an excellent director, with good ideas, good casting skills and what appears to be a long-term plan for future films. However, the excessive length of the film, with a very slow pace sometimes and an ending that is, at least, disillusioning, showed me that this director has some difficulty in post-production work. For example, the pre-opening sequence in Mexico was more worthy of being a movie ending than what I saw in the end. Attempts to make humor or even some romance were also a resounding failure and suspense, that should be growing throughout the film, seem more to come in waves, growing and collapsing to re-grow in the next action sequence. Speaking of action, there's plenty to suit everyone, from car or train chases to truly unbelievable fights. All very well done but sometimes overdone and unbelievable. Soundtrack is unremarkable and Sam Smith's theme-song is boring, effeminate and far from the quality of its immediate predecessor (Adele's "Skyfall"), to give just one example.

Thus, "Specter" proved to be a good addition to the franchise and a very positive continuation although, of course, not as good as the film that preceded it. Let's see what will come next.… Expand
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merijnjFeb 21, 2018
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The plot was rather simple and almost all of the CGI looked bad. But it still is another good instalment in the bond franchise and isn't terrible. Spectre deals with James's past in a good way and doesn't take away the focus of the plot like Quantum of Solace did. The look into his past was also suitable seen as Blofeld is his step-brother.… Expand
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AlanoSilvaPBFeb 24, 2023
Mais do mesmo, na minha opinião o melhor é o primeiro filme, o do Cassino. O roteiro não tem muita criatividade e parece que sempre é o mesmo filme, sem falar que é cheio de conveniências!
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ErikTheCriticSep 26, 2018
It's not a bad movie, it's just not as good as I wanted it to be. The action and cinematography are masterful, however the film can be tiresome from time to time.
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OnaskDec 27, 2018
La última película hasta la fecha del Bond de Craig me deja un sabor agridulce.

Spectre coge partes de Skyfall y desgraciadamente también otras de Quantum of Solace. Su primera mitad es muy buena, pero conforme se acerca el final empieza aLa última película hasta la fecha del Bond de Craig me deja un sabor agridulce.

Spectre coge partes de Skyfall y desgraciadamente también otras de Quantum of Solace. Su primera mitad es muy buena, pero conforme se acerca el final empieza a desmoronarse y pierde bastante esencia de todo lo que ha construido durante la primera hora de metraje: he sentido que veía algun film de acción genérico y no a James Bond. De nuevo, interpretaciones brutales de Craig, Seydoux y Fiennes, así como del nuevo villano, Cristoph Waltz. El personaje femenino característico de la cinta me ha sabido a muy poco, mal construido y mal llevado durante toda la película, aunque la actriz cumple con su papel. La acción de nuevo muy bien dirigida: desde una elegante persecución por las calles de Roma en coches de alta gama hasta feroces tiroteos en alta montaña. En cuanto a la trama, me parece que han tirado de manera un poco descarada de las películas previas. En este aspecto no me ha agradado mucho: no he sentido al villano como un verdadero peligro en ningún momento y parece ser que tiene los mismos delirios de grandeza que Silva (Skyfall). Es una película sólida y entretenida, pero dado el gigantesco presupuesto, la posible extensa toma de referencias de Mendes en la saga (cuarta película y parece que siempre toca una buena y una "mala", alternando) y lo bien que se adapta Craig al papel del agente 007, creo que podrían haber exprimido esta última entrega mucho más. En cualquier caso, recomendada. Espero con ansias Bond 25.… Expand
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MaxMyDogJun 11, 2019
My problems with this film relate to where the series has gone. connecting the previous films together. the story behind blofeld. love interests. that being said it is one of the best looking bond films made. right up there with skyfall.
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Onlyclassicvg1Sep 10, 2022
A cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.
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SoapNuggetJul 25, 2021
Eh, Spectre is fine. It's not the worst Craig Bond film, that is 100% Quantum of Solace, but Spectre is disappointing after Skyfall, still worth a watch
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stevekmNov 18, 2022
With Daniel Craig as Bond, the movies tend to jump around the world from here to there as Bond chases one lead to another. It's almost like a bunch of half hour TV shows stitched together. But there is an underlying story and it allows forWith Daniel Craig as Bond, the movies tend to jump around the world from here to there as Bond chases one lead to another. It's almost like a bunch of half hour TV shows stitched together. But there is an underlying story and it allows for a lot of action to take place in every locale. One theme through the Daniel Craig movies is the "fire Bond from MI6," which is getting old after 4 movies.… Expand
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ItsmayaOct 7, 2021
I enjoyed this film, I will repeat what I said in my Skyfall review because I think it's necessary, just ignore the first two films in the Daniel Craig saga!
Léa Seydoux and Daniel Craig are wonderful in this film, the story was great, andI enjoyed this film, I will repeat what I said in my Skyfall review because I think it's necessary, just ignore the first two films in the Daniel Craig saga!
Léa Seydoux and Daniel Craig are wonderful in this film, the story was great, and the villain was also good (not remotely as the villain in Skyfall tho).
To sum up, if you like bond films, you will probably enjoy this one as well.… Expand
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noname2Jan 9, 2021
Spectre (2015) is a modern, stylish, entertaining 007 film.
Craig's 3rd best entry. Should be considered as a borderline entry to franchise top 10 list.
Co-starring Christoph Waltz as a new take on the old reliable villain Blofeld, grossed aSpectre (2015) is a modern, stylish, entertaining 007 film.
Craig's 3rd best entry. Should be considered as a borderline entry to franchise top 10 list.
Co-starring Christoph Waltz as a new take on the old reliable villain Blofeld, grossed a whopping $879.6M worldwide - the second-biggest take for the franchise.… Expand
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AJ_13Nov 5, 2021
A good Bond movie. Craig is as great as always, and you can't ask more to Seydoux and Waltz performance-wise. Score and cinematography also stand out.

Nonetheless the script has more flaws. Some pacing issues, some annoying "deusA good Bond movie. Craig is as great as always, and you can't ask more to Seydoux and Waltz performance-wise. Score and cinematography also stand out.

Nonetheless the script has more flaws. Some pacing issues, some annoying "deus ex-machina", and some clumsily ended plots. It also has strong moments though (beginning, action scenes) .… Expand
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mikesgold2KMar 4, 2021
Mocny zjazd po świetnym Skyfall. Kolejna zła organizacja stojącą za wszystkim, przerysowany ten zły i jego dziwne połączenie z Bondem. Szkoda, bo był potencjał
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511andahalfFeb 7, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just a decent movie that has a lot of flaws. The film connects the last 3 Craig movies together when it had absolutely no reason to do so; CR, QOS, and SF all worked perfectly fine on their own. The whole topic of Blofeld being Bond's long lost brother is also very unnecessary and feels shoehorned in. Madeline, the Bond girl, is also one of the weaker Bond girls, she has 0 chemistry with Bond.

The film is partially saved thanks to some pretty good cinematography and a few good action scenes, like the helicopter fight and train fight. But overall, Spectre had a lot of potential to be really good and just fails to live up to its hype.… Expand
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SQRLYJul 25, 2021
The Bond franchise has seemed to settle into a good/mediocre movie pattern. After following the almost perfect Skyfall, this outing is rather bland and dull. The characters are hollow and leave us wondering what could have been.
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HeroicAge616Oct 26, 2021
SPECTRE feels lifeless and stale, trying to hard to seem like a smart film, but leaves audiences checking their watch more than Bond.
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