Quantum of Solace: A modern idea with a classical feel
Filmed by EON Productions, Quantum of Solace (2008) is James Bond’s 22nd movie and the second for Daniel Craig in the lead role as James Bond. The movie is due to release in UK on October 31, 2008 and it will hit the theaters across North America on November 14. Sequel to Casino Royale (2006), Marc Forster has also directed this movie.
In Quantum of Solace, Bond is pitted against Dominic Greene (Mathieu Amalric), who is a member of Quantum organization. He poses as an environmentalist, but intends to plot a coup d’état in Bolivia for taking control of the nation’s water supply. James Bond is looking to seek revenge for Vesper Lynd’s death. In his journey, he is assisted by the beautiful Camille (Olga Kurylenko). Camille is also looking to kill Greene.
Michael G. Wilson, who also produced Casino Royale, created the plot for Quantum of Solace while they were shooting the first in the series involving Daniel Craig. Neal Purvis, Paul Haggis, Joshua Zetumer and Robert Wade have contributed to the movie’s script.
Idea of Quantum of Solace was taken from a short story of Ian Fleming, For Your Eyes Only, which was released in 1960. However, the Daniel Craig version not expected of containing any elements connected to the original story. Location of the filming has taken place in Italy, Austria, Chile and Panama, while its sets were built in Pinewood Studios. Director Marc Forster aimed for making the film modern and at the same time having a classic feel. There have been fight sequences where antique planes are used. Set Desings of Dennis Gassner seems reminiscent of the work done by Ken Adams’ in early Bond films. However, Forster has rejected the Greene’s grotesque appearance for commenting on hidden nature of corporate villains in this flick.
So, get ready for another thrilling experience with James Bond in Quantum of Solace!
Starring: Daniel Craig, Mathieu Amalric, Olga Kurylenko, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright, Giancarlo Giannini, Gemma Arterton
Director: Marc Forster