Review of For Your Eyes Only (1981) by Stefan G — 16 Oct 2014

At the very least they tried to make this one different to the others, and though it suffers some of the same flaws, it does feel more like a fresh entry into the franchise. The plot, unfortunately, covers familiar Bond territory, but at the very least the producers decided to eschew some of the outlandish silliness of the previous film.

The characters are alright, but they don't always feel original. I have to say, however, that the film definitely opens well, with the scene before the title creating a good impression of the film, while also showcasing the film's style.

The film's style essentially a variation of the familiar Bond style, but revamped for the 1980's. In my opinion, this new approach definitely works, whether it's because of the music, the production values, or the fact that it complements the film's emphasis on action.

Apparently the producers realized that by the time this film got made, the audiences wanted action, and this film certainly delivers in that department. Even though it's not good enough to deserve mention alongside the classic Bond films, it's certainly a stylish improvement over the previous film.