Skyfall

Skyfall is the 23rd James Bond film that is produced by Eon Productions, it stars Daniel Craig as James Bond whom investigates after the attack on MI6 and is arguable one of the best Bond films as it brings the cinematic legend back to its roots. The film takes a step away from the high-tech gadgets and eye candy that the recent past Bond films have been delivering and focuses more upon providing an origin story to the true Bond lovers. The new found depth in Skyfall does not however delve into the political and social realm, but rather it explores the patriotic role that surround the world of terrorism. 



The film starts off fast paced, reminiscent of former James Bond movies in a fast car chase followed up by the intense chase and shooting of Bond himself, all accompanied by the classic Bond theme. The cinematography of the film starts of brilliantly, delivering what both film lovers and Bond fans crave for, the adrenaline and excitement of Bond fighting in high risk situations in such ease and composure. However the sudden change of pace after the fall of Bond really sets the tone and mood for the rest of the film. After the investigations by Bond, he finds himself hunting down Silva whose lethal and hidden motives threaten the existence of MI6 and Bond’s life. The complex cat and mouse chase ends up bringing Bond to his roots in Scotland in the Bond family’s estate called ‘Skyfall’, where they set a trap and kill Silva.



The film is enjoyable and exciting to watch, however film lovers whom expect the Casino Royale style of Bond films will be disappointed. Nevertheless the impeccable performance of Daniel Craig and the excellent cinematography and directing by Sam Mendes forms one of the best Bond films that is adorable by critics and fans around the world.

Rate: 8.8/10

Vivian