Skyfall

The first publicity photo for the new Bond film Skyfall has been released today. For the second time in the history of the series, Bond has a beard!

As I might have mentioned before, I'm a tremendous Bond fan. I have been a lifelong fan of the films and got into the books during my teens. Oddly enough I'm rather looking forward to the release of Skyfall in November. In the mean time, I will be devouring the publicity material.
Bond films have been around since the early '60s when Dr. No was made. Since then, the films have remained enormously popular and this one promises to be more of the same. Part of the reason I think the films are so successful is the basic structure. Most people are fundamentally resilient to change therefore the format and structure of a Bond film offers comfort and security. That said, the details within each film offers almost limitless variability.

Flemming himself set great store by detail in all aspects of his life but especially when it came to Bond. This has continued into the film and is the source of huge (if nerdy) debate both before and just after the release of a new film. Which watch will he wear? What car will he drive? Who will the villain be? Who will play the Bond girl?

So far we have been teased with a few of these details (along with a promise from producer Barbara Broccoli that Daniel Craig will be getting his kit off). More will doubtlessly follow in the buildup.

Please forgive my commentery on the developments as they occur. The kid in a sweetshop feeling is increasing!

R. JR (sorry, couldn't help it)