Spy games

Are the days of the suave James Bond numbered? Is he about to be usurped by a louder, brasher new spy hero, more in tune with the rave generation?

If you listen to the makers of Vin Diesel’s in-your-face spy romp xXx, 007’s long reign is about to end. Just don’t say it too loudly to those behind the upcoming Die Another Day, celebrating the 40th anniversary of cinema’s most enduring franchise.