AT THE MOVIES: James Bond returns in "Skyfall"

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"We're so delighted to have Sam Mendes direct SKYFALL and be working once again with Daniel Craig," said producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson. "We've a great script, an extraordinary cast and an incredibly talented creative team for this latest James Bond adventure."

The script was written by Neal Purvis, Robert Wade and John Logan. Joining Craig in the latest Bond jaunt are actors Javier Bardem, Dame Judi Dench, Naomie Harris, Berenice Marlohe, Ralph Fiennes, Albert Finney and Ben Whishaw. Production began on November 7 and the film is slated to hit theaters on November 9, 2012.

Following the events of "Quantum of Solace" (2008), James Bond (Craig) finds himself questioning his boss and mentor M (Dench) when she is threatened by her haunted past. While Bond struggles with his loyalty to M, MI6 falls under attack. James pursues the new threat and knows he must do whatever is necessary to destroy it -- no matter how high the personal cost.

James Bond fans can learn more about the upcoming production and LIKE 007 on the internet at www.facebook.com/JamesBond007. Updates can be found on the web at http://www.skyfall-movie.com.

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Check out the first teaser trailer for the film below!