Film “Licence to Kill” (1989) follows James Bond, played by Timothy Dalton, seeking revenge on drug dealer Franz Sanchez for injuring his friend Felix Leiter. The movie features intense action scenes, like the highway chase with an oil tanker and a helicopter, and Benecio Del Toro as the henchman Dario.
The film diverges from the usual Bond humor and emphasizes violence, which affected its box-office success. This departure from the traditional Bond style kept 007 off the screen for six years until Pierce Brosnan took over the role.
“Licence to Kill” carries a PG13 rating and falls under the genres of action, adventure, drama, and thriller. Dalton’s portrayal of a more serious and vengeful Bond provides a fresh take on the iconic character, and the film’s darker tone adds a new dimension to the franchise.
