Casino Royale
Old style Bond.. - Richie
This is one of those films that you'll buy on DVD just to have it handy when you're feeling a bit.. Bond ish. Not many chat up lines here, just old, raw, clever, unbeatable Bond. Craig has captured the essence of James Bond and does not rely on cheesy chat up lines etc. Fast paced throughout and a complex and entralling plot line. Its a must see..
Review published on the 15 December 2006 17:11
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A hot film - Great for a cold night! -
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Loved it!! - Claire Gallagher
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Bond, James Bond - Andy Dunne
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Go see it! - James
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Great new Style Bond Movie - Ian Fox
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Casino Royale - A New Bond Era - Eoin Moriarty
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Great viewing but leave the wife at home - Alan
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Modern Bond *Contains Spoilers* - xmasballs
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Best Bond to date? -
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13 December 2006 13:38
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