Indeed, the pioneer of modern queer studies, Alexander Doty, observed that: It doesn’t matter a jot that the protagonists of the story are straight. While Quantum of Solace is nowhere near as didactic as parables found in religious texts (such as the Bible), it’s a cautionary tale, warning us not to keep running away from our problems, causing hurt and pain to ourselves and others along the way, but instead deal with them head on. On a queer level, the film operates as a parable: a moral lesson wrapped up in an attractive and engaging package. I believe this is because Bond fighting his feelings of shame, rooted in his recent and distant past, can be taken as an allegory for battling with queer shame.

“ I’m not dwelling on the past.” - Bond speaking (lying) to M in Quantum of SolaceĪlthough Quantum of Solace doesn’t top the list of many people’s favourite Bond films, I’ve noticed a disproportionate fondness for it among queer Bond fans. “Shame shapes gay men.” - Psychotherapist Steve Cadwell ( 2009 ) Don’t be like Bond! Helpful links are included at the bottom of the article. If you are experiencing these issues please make sure you talk to someone. Warning: this article contains discussion of severe mental health issues, including suicide ideation (suicidal thoughts).

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