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Plot:
The evil SPECTRE organization has hatched a plan to steal a decoder that will access Russian state secrets and irrevocably unbalance the world order. It is up to James Bond (Agent 007) to seize the de...( read more 
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MCT:October 4, 2008One of THE best Bond film in the series. Only 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' seems to reach this realistic and down-to-earth-level type of Bond movie. (Although I'm now looking at the new Casino Royal and I can see that my 3 top favorite early Bonds films - From Russia with Love, On Her Majesties Secret Service, and Thunderball - might have to make room for it.)
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MCT:September 29, 2008
After the success of Dr. No, it was only a matter of time before James Bond returned for his second installment of espionage and adventure. Of course, it wasn't until the phenomenal success of Goldfinger that the Bond series really took off, and established the formula soon to be followed by every subsequent 007 movie and virtually every other action movie. But 'From Russia with Love' proved to be an equally effective, if slightly quieter little film, with more focus on the undercover espionage portion of James Bond's occupation, and less of the glamorous saving the world which would later become daily routine for him.
In fact, one of the things that makes 'From Russia with Love' interesting is that it is a 007 movie made before the "Bond movie" formula was established, and noticeable differences in the storyline can be seen. 'Russia' is more of a slower film, with fewer action sequences and more focus on Bond actually being a spy rather than an action hero. This leisurely, tension-building storytelling likely would have garnered terrible reaction in the 90s, but 'From Russia with Love' is still a very strong, if less formulaic addition to the Bond series.
Another noticeable difference is that Bond himself is much less the star of the show than is usually the case. Much more focus is placed on the supporting characters of the story, including minor characters such as chess master Kronsteen (Vladek Sheybal) who likely would simply have been eliminated from the story had 'Russia' followed the standard formula more closely. And for once, Bond isn't completely all knowing, capable of solving any problem independently - he teams up with the wise Kerim Bey (the charming Pedro Armendariz, his last film role) who shows Bond the ropes of Istanbul. But more standard story elements from the Bond formula are still present, such as menacing villains Rosa Klebb (the terrifying Lotte Lenya) and hit-man Red Grant. (an utterly intimidating and menacing Robert Shaw, the film's standout) And of course, there is still a slew of beautiful women for Bond to seduce, especially Russian decoding clerk Tatiana Romanova, played by the immensely gorgeous Daniela Bianchi. Also watch for a tense boat chase near the film's climax, the kind of stunt frequented by future Bond films.
So 'From Russia with Love' is really a quieter, more suspenseful addition to the Bond series, with more focus on Bond doing some actual spying rather than explosions every five minutes and Bond saving the world from some elaborate scheme. It may drag at times, and may not prove quite as exciting as today's audiences might hope, but Connery is at the top of his game here as 007, and his opposers are genuinely menacing and intimidating. For those wishing the Bond franchise would place more emphasis of the espionage portion of Bond's occupation, 'From Russia with Love' should prove the perfect film for them. -
MCT:September 17, 2008
One of, if not the best of the Bond movies. Bond vs. Russians = Key. Gypsy girl fight = hilarious. Robert Shaw makes a great villain as Bond's rival, as does Rosa Klebb and her deadly boots. Lots of great moments, use of the Bond theme, and the train sequence is one of the best in the series.
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MCT:August 5, 2008the second bond is one of the best. a complex but followable story with great elements to give this a very bond feel. this film gives spectre its teeth and establishes it as a force to be dealt with.
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MCT:July 28, 2008This is equal to the first in that it feels much like a detective story, but this one adds much more of a spy feel in that many unique weapons are used hidden in common things like suitcases and watches. This is the film that all spy movies (made after it) seemed to follow as if this was the formula. Most known is Austin Powers which has characters based on the ones in this film. This is the Bond movie that really began the Bond that we know today - with the girls, weapons, and sophistication with humor. It paved the way for the next Bond which became perhaps the epitome of the Bond series: Goldfinger. Sean Connery gives another wonderful performance as 007 in his second film.
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MCT:July 23, 2008
One of the best Bonds ever. Sean Connery shows why he was so great. Train sequence with Robert Shaw is classic.
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MCT:July 15, 2008
Just as good as the first. The mild-mannered pace makes for a more mezmerizing view as the action is reserved for only the necessary moments toward the finale. Also, one of the hotter bond girls.
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MCT:July 6, 2008
Super hot chick, awesome locations, lack of camp and excess of Robert Shaw make for an awesome bond flick.
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MCT:June 17, 2008
Sean is the king of the hot Scots...and this was a rockin' adaptation of Ian Fleming's most intriguing Bond novel.
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MCT:June 8, 2008
The 1963 sequel to Dr. No. This took the series to a whole new level and introduced us to No. 1 at SPECTRE. Connery again makes all our Bond fantasies come true. Perhaps even more accomplished then Dr. No, From Russia brought new fans to the series, that was by now making money left and right.
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MCT:June 6, 2008
Probably the most realistic 007 film in terms of his equipment from Q branch & what he'd been sent to steal.
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MCT:June 5, 2008
Even more fun than the first. The idea here is better conceived than the premise for Dr. No, and this one adds a lot more twists, quips, action, and one-liners than its predecessor.
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MCT:June 4, 2008
Bien qu'il soit considéré comme l'un des plus grands titres de la série, From Russia With Love m'a fait décrocher à certains endroits, pour la simple et bonne raison que l'on plonge incroyablement profondément dans l'univers des magouilles politiques et de l'ambiance de cette guerre froide amorcée à Istanbul. Il n'en demeure pas moins que Sean Connery demeure excellent, quoique son personnage se métamorphose davantage en macho stéréotypé dans certaines séquences.
Définitivement pas mon favori, mais il faut tout de même lui accorder l'excellence de son scénario. -
MCT:June 3, 2008
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The slower pace of this early Bond is a testament to just how much film pacing has changed over the last thirty years, however, that doesn't mean that this film isn't exciting - quite the contrary. More a detective story, we go along with our hero as he seduces his way through his mission, leaving behind the usual trail of broken hearts. High energy boat and helicopter chases and a realistic looking fight sequence on a train provide for some riveting action. It's also wonderfully fun to behold the blatant misogynism of the '60s with all the bum slapping and ordering around of women, and surely no one can overlook the gypsy catfight. Va va voom. -
MCT:May 30, 2008
#5 -- Regarded by others as the greatest Bond film, From Russia With Love is an incredibly strong candidate for the title. Sean Connery's second film is bigger and better than Dr. No. However, it lacks a lot of the familiar elements of the typical Bond films due to it's release prior to Goldfinger. Some might say that this is a good thing, but I personally found it to be more like a good spy movie than a James Bond film. As formulaic as they became following this one, the Bond movies continue to be one of the biggest franchises of all time, and it all started with Goldfinger.
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MCT:May 26, 2008Dr No was a lot less frightening when he showed his face ; They didn't make that mistake again.
Gadgets begin to show up, but the action sequences weren't up to my expectations, watching them from a 2008 perspective.
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MCT:May 12, 2008
This used to be my favorite Bond film, but I think Goldfinger may have taken over that spot.
FRWL is certainly one of the stranger Bond films. Bond doesn't show up for the first 20 minutes of the movie. There is no plot to take over the world. Bond only fights henchman rather than the top baddies.
However FRWL also provides times where Bond really seems to be in Danger. There is a reality to the story that goes on that makes FRWL very visceral. -
MCT:April 25, 2008
The 2nd Bond film has a slower pace with a detective story tone. Yet, the movie unfolds with a "legend in the making" feel. The Bond women are sexy as hell and the fight scene on the train still ranks among the greatest sequences in the franchise.
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MCT:April 23, 2008
Everything that a classic Bond flick needs: guns, chicks, exploding briefcases, and Quint. Probably the greatest espionage film ever made.
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MCT:March 27, 2008the first bond film i've rated on here. although like everyone else i've seen quite a few of them before i don't remember this one. it was so so for dialogue and acting... with a fair amount of tension in most scenes. there wasn't much action to be found in it though. one shoot out near the start and one boat chase near the end were about it... and they weren't well choreographed. if this is one of the best ones starring sean connery i'm not looking forward to the not as good section
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MCT:March 22, 2008
Considered by many as the Best James Bond movie of all time, this one is heavy on interest and plot, and I should say, unique.
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MCT:March 15, 2008I will probably make a few people mad and say I have never cared for 007. Sorry, I don't get it, but we can still be friends right?
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