Quantum of Solace
Quantum of Solace was the first Bond movie to be a continuation of the previous film, instead of standing on its own. It is jam-packed with stunts and fast pace action in its 1 hour and 45 minutes time span, making it the shortest bond film ever made. Director Marc Foster, the German-Swiss film maker previously directed very 'non-Bond' films such as Monsters Ball, Finding Neverland and the Kite Runner.
As for a quick plot summary: still angered by the death of Vesper Lynd, James Bond goes after the shadowy international organisation he hold greatly responsible, even when ordered to stand down. Bond clashes with Dominic Greene, who is cornering Bolivia's water supply, and teams with Camille, who has her own mission of vengeance.
I must say that compared to all the other Bond films, this one stood out the most and not for reasons expected. The movie was much scattered and didn't follow a linear sequence at all, leaving the audience and myself confused. The theme tune was not memorable and was not fitting to the film unlike all the others. The title of the film alone isn't even made referenced in the film at all and is totally unrelated to the premise of the film. The movie on a whole is just thrust into explosive action and doesn't follow through with the drama and story essence of it. This, I would put down to the Director who I don't think has much experience in directing films such as these.
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