Casino Royale (2006)

Not to be confused with the spy spoof version, the current version of Casino Royale is serious Bond, far more serious than any of the Bond movies of the last several years. Gone are most quips, gone is the suave patrician unflappability, gone are most bizarre gadgets (much to the disappointment of John Cleese who wanted to continue on as 'R' as I understand).
But hello new Bond with a military-SAS demeanor, determined seriousness, and emotional depth.
Despite early nay-sayers' ire about Daniel Craig being picked as the new Bond, the actor does an excellent job. His Bond has a cruel, cold outer shell but one that can be pierced. He's a tough as nails spy, sharp at assessing people and situations, but also hides the vulnerabilities he has behind a wall of tough bravado.
The plot is a little convoluted but what isn't in today's world of spies and terrorists? There's no villain seeking world domination, just sinister men trying to make a buck while funding terrorist movements and guerillas.
I thoroughly enjoyed Casino Royale. It's far and away the best Bond movie in many years. I'd even consider saying it's the best Bond since Goldfinger. And that's a damn long time.

I give this movie an A.