Review of From Russia with Love (1963) by Tanya K — 06 May 2009

(No. 2).

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.