A Bond outing that is curiously short on action and one which is often criticized by Bond-enthusiasts as being responsible for the lighter tone that has been subsequently prevalent in the series. It is not without its merits: It does have some of the wittiest exchanges in the series, Hamilton's direction and Adam's production design ensure some definitive Bond moments, Barry's score is top-notch, and Connery exudes his usual authority. But the film has only a couple of cursory car chases and an anticlimactic climax to complement it, which is a pretty humble deal in comparison to the extravagance of its predecessor. Additionally, the Las Vegas setting feels rather dull, failing to offer much scope for adventure. In all, though not bad, the film somewhat compulsively refuses to elevate itself into a higher plane. Strange.
Review of Diamonds Are Forever
