CASINO ROYALE | Mollaka Chase

Introducing a new 007 in CASINO ROYALE demanded a new kind of action sequence. The solution: an amazing foot chase through a perilous construction site in Madagascar with Bond pursuing bomb-maker Mollaka up and down scaffolding, including a jaw-dropping jump from the top of a crane. Screenwriter Neal Purvis said: “We wanted to establish the new Bond as gadget free, raw, slightly crazy, very physical and incredibly brave. We were also aware there had never been a foot chase in a Bond movie before.”

[@ADifferentVibe]

Perfect example of "How to Tell a Story about Characters through only Action". Bond here is careless, destructive and inexperienced compared to the person he's chasing. He only matches up by his will and being innovative. Great intro to a new Bond.

[@brownie43212]

Yep love the way they did it, not with some boring dialogue about how he's a bruising assassin. The audience figured out what sort of brash and powerful Bond Craig would be bringing to the screen

[@Hoeskiesvideos]

...did you miss the part where mollaka drop kicks the welder off the ledge, which by doing so causes a massive explosion? I agree with your point about telling the story through the scene rather than words but they are both careless and destructive it wasn't just bond.

[@johnnycastillo7701]

He also shot 2 cops.

[@user-zq4zo9hv8r]

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[@sohailqureshi2032]

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[@WH250398]

This is probably the best footchase ever made.

[@ethan.sullivan]

WH250398 Agreed, although I think the one from The Bourne Ultimatum is even better.

[@soundwisdom6041]

What about carchase? I think Die Another Day is the best of all.

[@ryanwaugh1]

Ethan Sullivan then you don’t agree? 🤣

[@eldo59]

Takers with Chris Brown was pretty good too. But this is definitely the best.

[@mezalong]

Nah Point Break best foot chase.

[@abdulrahman_1989]

Bad guy = damages nothing Good guy = wrecks everything in his path

[@miguelangeloeiramartins6241]

Uhhh, the "bad guy" killed a fair few people during the chase, and very intentionally

[@toonnaobi-okoye2949]

@@miguelangeloeiramartins6241 Bond's disregard for human life in this scene is equally damning.

[@michaellam2508]

4:43 BOND SMASH!

[@mrfrog20110607]

remember Bond is trying to stop the bomber from exploding the airplane in Miami, but he already caused explosion and death/casualty while chasing the bomber.... guess airplane passenger’s safety is more important than mere construction worker/ambassador staff.

[@salmontuna1271]

@@mrfrog20110607 every innocent lives are important, not because their job, status or race.

[@yeungeddie]

This movie is so rewatchable

[@henryblack323]

Even after the 10th time, it is still epic!!

[@ScottTynna]

It's so helpful, cuz i'm kinda English language learner. And there's have to be an awful lot of repetition in this activity.

[@PedroNeto-ps7vy]

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[@MrDavey2010]

It’s down to Martin Campbell’s superb direction.

[@space_monkey5662]

Me and my father literally watch I every week.

[@Toniraa]

This is undoubtedly one of the best action scenes I have ever seen. Beautiful.

[@ricardoabreu4997]

Probabily the best 007 first time actor intro ever

[@Toniraa]

@@ricardoabreu4997 Completely agree.

[@theeagleg674]

@Billy Batts what overtop action that makes no sense. How is this boring??

[@julosx]

@@theeagleg674 This Mollaka guy is a video game character. Not believable in any way.

[@theeagleg674]

@Billy Batts How? They fought on a crane and jumped of a crane. Was interesting to see a parkour expert who was the founder of Freerunning against Bond.

[@KingdaToro]

Mollaka's played by Sebastien Foucan, the guy who invented parkour. Of course this is going to be amazing.

[@bbcastillo1316]

he is from FRance

[@tititkontol2405]

then who is David Belle?

[@claritycontrol1530]

@@tititkontol2405 It's a misconception I see a lot with this scene. Belle was/is the founder and a continuing pioneer of the Parkour discipline. Foucan was the founder of Freerunning, which is derived from Parkour, but with a bit more flair.

[@ronaldlee7566]

If you're telling Sebastien Foucan invented Parkour. Who is David Belle right now?

[@Thicc_Cheese_Dip]

@@ronaldlee7566 Belle invented parkour discipline, while Foucan founded freerunning (parkour but with more flair; arguably expected from a Frenchman).

[@pirkebrorson1711]

I love the casino royale theme song ”you know my name”

[@michaelharris7820]

So do I

[@LutherDePapier]

And so do I.

[@supaspydamn]

RIP Chris Cornell

[@rinirivini3432]

My name rya whos you name you senat , for country

[@ef-5tornado495]

You don’t look like the senate

[@LutherDePapier]

"We wanted to establish the new Bond as gadget free, raw, slightly crazy, very physical and incredibly brave. We were also aware there had never been a foot chase in a Bond movie before." This is what I'm talking about. To me Daniel Craig is the most viril Bond of them all.

[@LutherDePapier]

@eating sugar no papa I don't know what to say to you.

[@ech78928]

eating sugar no papa No gadget type bond other than Timothy Dalton > Most other bonds.

[@mattimatkalainen]

@eating sugar no papa Craig is closest to Bond as Fleming wrote him.

[@booyaah82]

I don't know I still like the watch with the laser cutter in Goldeneye, that thing was iconic.

[@LexingtonDeville984]

@eating sugar no papa Shut up, Greta. You’re just upset that there’s no invisible car, Halle Berry’s "Your momma" gag, an albino henchman with diamonds embedded in his face, or Madonna’s piss poor theme for you to get hard over. Casino Royale is the Batman Begins of the Bond series, because both CR and BB went back to basics.

[@aaronmehaffey6251]

I like how Mollaka is faster and more agile than Bond, but Bond makes up for it with resourcefulness. He's ALWAYS keenly aware of his surroundings, thinking "What can I use?" Best examples: 0:26, 2:15, 4:53, and 5:32.

[@Doncorleone47]

The way Mollaka moves carrying his backpack full of equipment which is heavy and wearing his jacket which being in Madagascar is really hot just shows how skilled this guy really is what an absolute badass

[@Jan-qg2gz]

2:34...David Arnolds score combined with these wide shots. Just flawless

[@jamesmatthew3681]

Casino Royale and Skyfall are both of my personal favorite Bond films from Daniel Craig.

[@jamesmatthew3681]

Quantum of Solace was better, Spectre was good.

[@jamesmatthew3681]

@eating sugar no papa Well, I rate the movie 3 stars out of 5 because I hated how they made Blofeld as Bond's long lost brother. Kinda like Austin Powers all over again.

[@paritzazakub]

@T Rocka quantum is okay but the editing of action scene is very awful

[@roamer1389]

Skyfall is shit. Quantum was dissapointing, spectre probably bad.

[@gin.590]

@@roamer1389 I can't imagine how you found Skyfall shit but that's ok..

[@s0olid]

I remember watching this in theaters as a kid/early teenager. So much fun. Fun to rewatch it. I like how much the action sequence also tells the audience about Bond. He's not as agile or fluid as Mollaka, but he's still very athletic and most importantly he just doesn't give up. Pure perseverance. And although he's brutish at times, he's also a quick thinker.

[@TheFilmmakingFandomStation]

This action set-piece is on my top three action sequences out the entire Daniel Craig '007' series. I mean, this clip says it all!

[@randywhite3947]

What’s your top three?

[@vprvithalbhashyakarula3008]

One of the finest chasing scene ever made in Hollywood.

[@andreasklindt7144]

Bond movies are not made in Hollywood. They're not even made in the US. It's a franchise from the UK, it has nothing to do with Hollywood.

[@richardgowtham3gowtham394]

@@andreasklindt7144 you are correct men .

[@randywhite3947]

They are distributed by Hollywood

[@despinagounari7312]

What an awesome scene!!!!''Casino Royale'' is the ultimate Bond film!!!!! The best Bond movie ever!!!!!

[@Khalid_ali]

One of the best sequences in film history.

[@historyseeker7067]

Craigs best, and one of the best ever.

[@abhishekpaul000]

CASINO ROYALE is an absolutely fantastic Bond-film..... And Craig is just amazing in this one, and the film has my favorite Bond-girl, Vesper Lynd played by Eva Green..... This film feels so fresh ,coming out after the BROSNAN ERA, and right after the outlandish DAD and marks a reboot in the franchise..... The best part in this scene is when Bond catches the gun thrown by MOLLAKA..... CASINO ROYALE is surely in my top 10 list of Bond-films.....

[@gauravtributes5023]

Bond film's always gets back to the basics approach after outlandish , On her Majesty's secret service after you only live twice, for you eyes only after MOONRAKER, Casino Royale after die another day. That's why i have high hopes for No time to die.

[@abhishekpaul000]

@@gauravtributes5023 Absolutely..... I too have high hopes for NoTimeToDie..... We have seen each MAJOR BONDS have had a weak last film, and I sincerely hope that Craig's NoTimeToDie breaks the tradition.....

[@gauravtributes5023]

@@abhishekpaul000 well said.

[@patkeeler6645]

My fav

[@eldo59]

They don't give enough credit for the brother in this scene. Masterful speed and stunt work!

[@hoilst]

Sebastian Foucan - an actual traceur. Did all his own starts, and one of the developers of parkeur (and founder of free running)!

[@MyGodZach]

The brother??? wtf is that!!

[@lolpog5551]

@@MyGodZach it means he’s black

[@waylaidbyfate.5312]

@@MyGodZach u can't b that stupid?

[@MyGodZach]

@@waylaidbyfate.5312 I bet ya assmart

[@johncohen9800]

Amazing athleticism by the villain in this scene. Found myself rooting for him to escape.

[@lukedaley17]

This is why Casino Royale is my all time favourite 007 movie.

[@lucifran2811]

The best action scene ever in a Bond-movie. Simply great.

[@luke8801]

I still remember vividly watching this scene when I was 5. First Bond movie I ever saw.

[@knighttracks]

The man running away from bond is more athletic and quick.

[@ricardoabreu4997]

He is a real parkour guy.

[@jamesnasium4035]

Sebastien Foucan

[@camiloordonez4906]

He's one of the founders of parkour, so yeah

[@modifiedcontent]

Of course, that's the point of the whole scene. Bond is struggling to keep up, but wins by pure determination and aggression. See 4:38

[@luizcarlosferreira7261]

how fast huh? 007 went bad to get the brunette!😳😁👍🏻

[@JohnnyBeane]

007's opening scene is always the best!!!

[@chakradharpunur6071]

4:23 The only pro landing inside a lift!! The best

[@Subo23]

Skyfall and Spectre were super popular but Casino Royale is Craig’s best Bond film imo

[@daleheath9680]

No, Spectre, pretty sure wasn't super popular then or now.

[@timkelly6308]

This dude got stamina for days.

[@MateoPep]

The ultimate Bad Assery of Bond here......the Thief runs out of Ammo & throws the Gun in disgust. Bond catches in mid air, then flings it back @ him.....freaking love that! You also see the Thief's acrobatic athleticism vs. Bond's sheer brute force/strength/determination. I agree with many others on this chain, easily the best Foot Chase ever filmed

[@stephan4ever64]

These guys can easily win a marathon 😂

[@BryonLetterman]

Casino Royale is the Back to the Future of the Bond movies. It's basically perfect.

[@ravi17795]

4:36 #DanielCraig runs like a lunatic 😂😂 but truly remarkable sequence

[@TiagoSilva-de3yx]

That was the best scene i ever seen

[@tejalshirodkar22]

Classy!!

[@fiyaolawaganmigan6166]

One of the best action movie ive ever watch, awesome

[@ileniadellefedi2651]

Wonderful chase!!!😍😍😍😍😍💣💣💣💣💣💣

[@zacharycat603]

Might give that a try if I ever get over my fear of heights.

[@chabalalupenga6165]

After watching this I just want to watch the whole movie all over again.

[@donatomangime6810]

Epic chase!💀💀💣

[@joctavius066]

Casino Royale a masterpiece I watched this movie so many times

[@sandipanbiswas8011]

I watched this scene of Parkour Chase Scene almost 100 times, yet I don't get bored! One of the best and iconic scenes from James Bond Franchise. I love the theme tune as well, very pacy.

[@geroldheer6308]

The best action scene ever in a Bond-movie. Simply great.

[@prempunjabi13]

The best chase sequence in the history of cinema.

[@petebuck9889]

THE best start to a Bond film ever

[@vinaykumar-xk8lj]

Casino Royale is an evergreen movie

[@reinstate317]

this is so beautiful! and it demonstrates bond’s character perfectly

[@Timelord2001]

This scene was exciting, daredevilish and edge-of-the-seatish enough to bring someone out of a deep coma! It was heartpounding and exceptional! Even Jackie Chan should be impressed.

[@bmorcilla]

Watched this movie 3x already. Still amazed everytime.

[@crazyforcoffee5950]

Way better than all the John wick films put together

[@ferouzmasoud4741]

Movie Kali sanaaa 👊👊🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿

[@DonCucui]

one of the best action sequences ever made. Congratulations to the stunt team.

[@patkeeler6645]

Crane action😅

[@vale46cb]

Best chasing scene I hve ever seen...

[@hairlesscat6458]

I wanna live it this town, the police response time is incredible.

[@rimapapalla9216]

The best movie in the cinema history!!

[@ChadHolzhuter1288]

4:10 😂😂😂 Shake it off, Bond.

[@Subject295]

4:40 XD Bad guy parkours through the hole. Bond smashes through the drywall. Too damn funny! LOL

[@christiaanbothma]

He broke through that wall like the Kool-aid man.

[@dpfdkdl2]

That man being chased should be the next 007.

[@jothishprabu8]

This and Skyfall are one of the Best Action Movies ever made!

[@rombodicannone5183]

The best Bondmovie of all time!!!!!

[@jusjash]

Truly , one of the greatest chase in movieland. Top ten I know.

[@hugomendoza5665]

My favorite part is when James smashes through that wall lol

[@bharat_thapa_]

Bond be like: I can do whatever the f*** I want, MI6 will cover my a**.

[@donaldcassidy1592]

Great scene, never gets old(unlike me LOL)!!! Stay healthy and safe everyone 2020 is real!

[@wagnergoncalves2815]

Amazing!!!

[@claville12345]

Oh hell no, I would been gave up on that guy.

[@timkelly6308]

Yoooo my man bond be causing international scenes Everytime to get his man....love this guy...my word son.

[@jonkeevose498]

definitely one of the best chases. mark my words

[@termopippo3964]

The best action - movie ever made!!

[@TheBrickGuy7939]

Epic and classy scene. And I think the front loader charge was taken from The Living Daylights.

[@user-Jon526]

One of my favorite scenes from the movie!

[@procionerobot3181]

The best action movie of all time!!!

[@nicolasperazzi7433]

Incredible sequence!

[@DoggyTVSVK]

I remember seeing this scene the first time... i immediately rewatched it

[@bhavesha.prajapati7966]

This is my all time favourite fight sequence..💝💝👏

[@michaelangelo4742]

This 007 breaks everything he touches

[@fragolaciucciata4810]

THE BEST ACTION MOVIE OF ALL TIME!!♥️♥️♥️💣💣💣🔥🔥🔥💘💘💘

[@maxdekok1999]

Without doubt the best Bond movie ever since Goldfinger.

[@ManjunathSmanjunathtony]

The best 007 ♥️

[@orenji2385]

Man we all wished we could do parkour like this when we were kids

[@vereinslos94]

Eine der besten Actionszenen aller Zeiten

[@michaellawrence7570]

One of the best scenes ever from gets boring a classic and great film

[@sopraano9351]

I love this chase!!

[@simbriant]

Imagine the doctor giving Bond a physical. Doctor: Mr Bond, you are thirty years old, but have the bones of a seventy year old. What are you doing to yourself? :D

[@stevekaczynski3793]

Bond. "Just give me something shaken and not stirred and send me on my way. Preferably no digitalis."

[@oscarcanippi3341]

I love this film!😍

[@saraelli6770]

The best sequence!

[@bobstacy4]

Best opening ever

[@CleversonSantos]

I think this one was the best!!! Even the Love story!!!

[@massimoghilardi3802]

Top top top!!!!

[@kasiviswanathboddeti9085]

Just like me playing vector without fighting

[@sumoelaiciu118]

The best action movie ever

[@danielyogman1853]

Now that was one incredible chase scene. I remember it from the time I saw this movie in the theaters.

[@johnhawkins6506]

That was 1 hell of a chase!!

[@inspirelife3282]

Best Bond Ever with least gadgets .

[@stevekaczynski3793]

The most athletic Bond antagonist I've ever seen. He deserved to get away.

[@guil656]

Rarely we a action scene as good as this one these days. Now, practically everything in a scene, of a live action film, is CGI, with zero tension, drama, character development, nothing, just display of technology, product placement, witch is the main characters itself, yeah, I mean the superheroes, or super products. What a great film and amazing James Bond, played by Daniel Craig.

[@ricardoestevez4976]

Had the volume all the way up and the beginning of the video gave me a heart attack

[@ronrivero1039]

when this movie came out, Parkour was still starting to get popular. It's most likely this film boosted its popularity

[@richardharris5083]

Best part of the film

[@Onry1]

One of the best Bond foot chase scene hands down...