Tag: Sam Mendes

Spectre ****

Retro-sexy Bond complete with blast from the baddie past.

Skyfall ****

The origins of Bond are the subject of this highly fitting 50th Anniversary release to mark Britain’s ultimate spy character. Those expecting the usual slick chase and high-tech gadgetry will not be disappointed by the first part of the film with its gravity-defying manoeuvres at breakneck speeds. However, things come to an intriguing and abrupt …