Great movie with outstanding special effects. Unfortunately, the "land grabbers" and "business people" end up being the bad guys. That accounts for the four instead of five star rating. I realize intelligent choices were not made in the past, but we have learned. I do not need this movie or any other movie to shove the idea of sharing this world down my throat.
The length isn't a problem. As you follow the storyline, you get drawn in and don't realize the length until the end. Both actors were OK. Not Oscar or other award potential. The young boy, on the other hand, should get a nomination. He was great for someone so young. And the folks that say they cannot understand the narration, please listen carefully. He speaks quite clearly.
The action was good in a "kept you on the edge of your seat" way. The actors knew their parts and played it well. Now, what is the storyline? M comes close to being killed, Bond prevents someone from taking revenge while he plots revenge. Too many subtle plots to leave room for Bond. Need to introduce some more gadgets, since they are using cell phones and more already. Learn from the past!!