I got dragged to see “Skyfall”, but left very impressed. The motorcycle chase scene in the beginning was epic. Nothing like that in the Connery movies—of course, the audience expectations for action scenes were a lot lower. I will agree that its more exciting when the Villian is trying to destroy the world than when he’s just trying to settle a score. On the other hand, films like “Moonraker” and “Die Another Day” raise that premise to absurdity. Both Connery and Craig are very good Bonds, but they are like apples and oranges.
The greatest Bond henchman is still “Jaws”.
The greatest Bond henchman is still “Jaws”.
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And the best bond gadget was definately “Little Nellie” , mostly because it was real and useful with ultrashort takeoff and landing capabilities.