Before its midnight screening of Quantum of Solace, the latest James Bond flick, Beach Theatre offers a free presentation of its predecessor, Casino Royale. The 2006 film looks back at the special agent’s first mission as 007 and stars chisel-faced Brit Daniel Craig in his Bond debut; Craig makes his second go-'round as Bond in Quantum. During the Beach's special screening event, Bond Girls shake vodka martinis in the lobby; beer and wine are also available. Thurs., Nov. 13, 9 p.m. Casino Royale (free), midnight Quantum of Solace ($7 adults/$5 children, students, seniors, and active military), 315 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach, 727-360-6697.
This article appears in Nov 12-18, 2008.