A Statement About the Merits of the New Bond Franchise (and another post to keep 'the masses' happy)

The other night after getting into an argument with a certain Ginger (aka 'The One who is usually wrong about all things cinematic') about the new Bond film, Casino Royale, and then after having to watch it again to prove him wrong (again), some things occurred to me that I feel compelled to share with all of you readers out there.

Here's the thing: The next Bond film is the twentieth. I believe that the title is even something like 'Bond: 20.' This makes him undoubtedly one of the most enduring characters in cinematic history. While the franchise revamp was extremely controversial, I am forced to point out that it was one of the smartest things MGM could have done. By recreating the character, by starting fresh with the raw, original Bond (and with someone who can actually act as opposed to showing up and being charismatic), they have ensured our interest for at least the next five installments, further ensuring Bond's legendary status.

Unlike the Ginger, I am in full support of unformed, untutored Bond and the fact that we now get to watch this fascinating character find himself again. Bring it on.