Spectre

— After more than fifty years, this franchise still knows how to tweak a good thing every year or two and “Spectre” has all the trademark components so it’s fast and fun, along with Daniel Craig who brings his brand of introspective realism, humor, and allure to his fourth bond film in nine years. I liked “Skyfall” a little more than “Spectre” but this one’s still fun as it pays homage to earlier films along the way. I miss Judi Dench, but Ralph Fiennes is an acceptable replacement. The nearly two and half hours went quickly. It’s good entertainment and, after more than twenty films, it’s a formula that works.

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[2015. 148 min. Directed by Sam Meendes. Starring Daniel Craig, Christophy Waltz, Lea Seydoux, and Ralph Fiennes.]
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