Special Gala: Casino Royale (2006)

A secret agent origin story, Daniel Craig’s Bond debut and a re-invigoration of the iconic cinematic franchise, 44 years after its inception.

How do you solve a problem like James Bond? In 2006, the answer was: with an impeccably structured adaptation of Ian Fleming’s 1953 novel, a life and death poker game, breathtaking action sequences from the first second, an electric romance, characters you care for, portrayed by a literal five-star cast of Mads Mikkelsen, Eva Green, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright, oh and a new lad named Daniel Craig striding out of the ocean – all set to a pulsating David Arnold score. And the line you’ve been waiting for, right at the end, by the side of Lake Como. Martin Campbell’s direction mixes all these elements into a gala-worthy, perfect big screen cocktail. Chris Chibnall

UK/USA/Czech Republic/Germany, 2006. Director Martin Campbell. Screenplay by Neal Purvis, Robert Wade and Paul Haggis from the 1953 novel by Ian Fleming. With Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Mads Mikkelsen, Judi Dench. 144 mins. 12

Introduced by Chris Chibnall. Followed by Q&A with the film’s screenwriters, Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, and composer, David Arnold.

Optional dress code: casino chic.

Screening sponsored by 

Antipasti provided by Mercato Italiano. 

Screening at Electric Palace
£13
25-and-under £5
10% off for BAC supporters

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