Daniel Craig arrives in Italy for `Quantum of Solace` filming, stunt video

08-Apr-2008 • Quantum Of Solace

Daniel Craig arrived in Italy on Sunday 6th April 2008. Filming for the upcoming James Bond film "Quantum of Solace" is now underway in and around the town of Siena.

According to local press, Craig arrived during the night, escorted by two bodyguards. He has taken residence in a quiet region on the outskirts of the city.

The first scenes to be filmed were in Sant' Agata, where Craig was performing stunts on cables and harnesses. In one sequence, 007 climbs a drainpipe uyp the side of a building whilst his target runs across the rooftop. Click here to see the video (YouTube).

Preperations for the shoot have been underway for weeks with a high level of construction and stunt teams testing their moves. One set piece involves Bond leaping from a window on to the roof of a passing bus. Click here to see the video (YouTube).

The action will take place at the beginning of the film, which takes off just a few minutes from the events of "Casino Royale.

Click here for indepth reports on the filming plans in Italy.

Thanks to `Pat`, `Marketto` & `Pierce - Daniel` for the alerts.