Life within that spell was always decadent and magical. They are a unique staple to the franchise. So it became my reason seek out new Bond films in the theater as I got older. I was 10 when Goldeneye hit the theaters and now, 20 years later after leaving Spectre, my first comments where about the title sequence.

Here’s my lists of the best and worst Bond openings(Spectre not included). I graded them on a scale of 1 -10 based on these criteria:

My general opinion – I have one just like anyone else (complete with aesthetics!)

Camp/Class factor – The two are on opposite ends of the spectrum but equally important to me. What it doesn’t have in class can be made up in campy appeal.

Song – Essential to any good Bond opening.

Theme – All Bond openings have distinct themes to them, usually linked to the plot of the film. I like them coherent and interesting.

Ladies – The quality of lady silhouettes and direction is terribly important.

Innovation- Original concepts are so much more exciting than just a bunch of naked bitches spinning around while waving their hands.

Honorable mention

On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969)

Score: 7.3