In short, this is not your dad’s James Bond. We also learn that this guy is a bit reckless as he allows all manner of chaos to unfold even in the face of innocent civilians. He doesn’t stop until the job is done, and shows remarkable calmness in the face of danger. The scene also displays Bond’s relentless determination. He isn’t invincible, but he can clearly adapt to any circumstance as we see in the moment where, after the criminal in pursuit leaps over drywall, Bond bursts through unfettered like a wild stepchild of the Incredible Hulk. Of course, that wasn’t enough for Campbell, who also wanted to show Bond as a very human, violent fellow with an appetite for destruction.
We’ve only heard the man utter a few lines, but the film has already established this iteration of the famed spy as a no-nonsense, get the work done no matter the cost kinda guy. Up until now, we’ve seen James Bond quietly execute two bad guys - one during a violent fight in a restroom, the other via somber execution in an office high rise. PARKOUR CHASEįor starters, take a look at the famous “Parkour Chase” that kicks off the film. Director Martin Campbell ushered in the new era of 007 with some extraordinary set pieces that not only set the tone for Craig’s five films but established this Bond as a one-man wrecking crew who would much rather knock the head off a criminal than sip martinis at the local pub.
