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SPECTRE – can this James Bond movie be defended? Dan and Tom bring Vicky back to answer this question.
While SPECTRE is not often in a James Bond fan’s top 5 list, it is often in a Bond fan’s bottom 10 list. Why is that? What about this movie turns fans off?
Dan, Tom, and Vicky uncover both the positives and the negatives of SPECTRE to try to figure out if it can be defended.
Let's Look At The NegativesThey start with a look at some of the negatives of SPECTRE.
Dan, Tom, and Vicky think one of the problems is the reason Blofeld hates James Bond. At least the reason Blofeld tells Bond. Dan says that this plot point irks him. Or maybe it is the character of Madeleine Swann. Vicky says she thinks the character is too flat. Or maybe it is the writing of Purvis and Wade. You know Tom will chime in on that one. And more. And Now The PositivesTo be sure, there are some positives in SPECTRE. Such as:
The production quality is top-notch, a signature of Eon Productions’ James Bond movies. The spectacular pre-title sequence. The supporting cast. And more.This is a lively discussion as the three of them aren’t in agreement on all the positives and negatives.
So, What Do You Think: SPECTRE – can this James Bond movie be defended?So, what are your reasons for liking or disliking SPECTRE? Can you defend it?
Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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We welcome back Vicky for this episode. You can visit her channel THE BOND ROOM UNLOCKED on YouTube and on Facebook. You can also catch her at the 007GB Fan Club website.
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Before you go on to this episode, "You Only Live Thrice, Mr. Bond,” if you haven't seen NO TIME TO DIE, there are some spoilers here so you probably should skip this one – NOW!
You Only Live Thrice, Mr. BondJames Bond is dead! Dead as a door nail. Dead!
Your field operatives Dan and Tom decode the fundamental meaning of James Bond dying in NO TIME TO DIE and detail the HOW of what Eon Productions can do to move on!
From James Bond returning to the Daniel Craig “arc” – nothing is left to chance in this lively debate. So, how does Eon deal with the fact that the Daniel Craig arc took OO7 from obtaining his OO status up to his death? The end credits told us “James Bond Will Return”. Is it problematic? Surprisingly, Eon is in a very tough position. What were they thinking in clarifying for us that JAMES BOND IS DEAD?
Dan and Tom examine realistic ways the Bond series can continue after NO TIME TO DIE’s ending. Also, they have some future advice and warnings to tell Bond: “You Only Live Thrice, Mr. Bond!”
Give us your thoughtsSo, take a listen. What do you think Eon Productions’ next move must be?
In a previous episode “Come On Bond, Where The Hell Are You – How James Bond Can Survive” we took a sarcastic look at some crazy ways Bond could survive after the ending of NO TIME TO DIE.
Also, let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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Dan and Tom decode the 1952 classic spy movie, 5 FINGERS. This excellent movie starring James Mason is a fantastic espionage thriller, but not an action thriller. And we think it works quite well that way.
5 FINGERS is based on the true story of Albanian-born Elyesa Bazna, who worked as a valet for the British ambassador to Turkey during World War II and became a Nazi spy. Also, it is based on the L.C. Moyzisch novel “Operation Cicero”. If you are a fan of our podcast, undoubtedly noticed that we generally like spy movies based on reality. Emphatically, 5 FINGERS is no exception.
We look at James Mason’s character's codename which is Cicero, and discuss the significance of that name. As well as the significance of the title. Specifically, beyond the “5-finger discount’s” obvious significance.
Dan and Tom also look at what they think are the positive aspects of 5 FINGERS. These include an intriguing plot, strong acting performances, a suspenseful atmosphere, and more.
Tom is a huge fan of this movie. And without a doubt, the last 90 seconds of this movie are a big reason. The build-up, stress, and apparent relief throughout make this ending spectacular. James Mason’s performance at the end takes it significantly to great heights.
Dan and Tom also look at some of the negative comments they’ve read about 5 FINGERS and share their thoughts on those.
It is 5 FINGERS, not FIVE FINGERSWe should highlight that this episode is about the 1952 movie 5 FINGERS with the numeral 5 at the beginning. There is a completely different movie from 2006 that has nothing to do with this one.
What are your thoughts?Did you see 5 FINGERS? If so, do Dan and Tom have the right perspective? What did you think of this episode? Please let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and if you want to be notified of our next event. Just drop us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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Chicago 007 Fans May 2024 Meetup
Dan and Tom held their first Chicago 007 Fans Meetup on May 9, 2024, at Ma O’Brien’s Irish Pub in Chicago.
Part of the event was a James Bond trivia quiz and people from all over the world played, including those in the pub. The questions ranged from fairly easy to "nobody got this one". The winning score was 18 out of 25. Congratulations to William Kanas for the win.
This episode highlights the interviews they streamed of some of the 007 fans in attendance. In fact, one of the fans we talked with, stuntman Ross Scharphorn, placed second in the trivia quiz. He answered the same number of questions as William Kanas, but Kanas answered faster for the win.
In addition to Ross, we interviewed Scott Winterroth and Brandon about their favorite Bond movies, actors, and the direction they would like Eon Productions to take the franchise.
Finally, we talked with Leonard Johnson and Chris MacGregor from the Ian Fleming Foundation. They talked about the foundation, its charity focus, and how they obtain and refurbish James Bond movie vehicles.
We also held a drawing with James Bond tchotchkes awarded to the winners.
A big Thank You goes out to all who attended our Chicago 007 Fans May 2024 Meetup and those who agreed to be interviewed.
What do you think?What did you think of this episode? Also, please let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and if you want to be notified of our next event. Just drop us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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John Morris Russell Talks Shaken Not Stirred
Dan and Tom interview Maestro John Morris Russell (JMR) about his Chicago Symphony Orchestra concert, “Shaken Not Stirred,” musical scores, and James Bond music. As you might have guessed, the concert’s focus is the music of James Bond. You may know JMR from his work as the conductor of the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra for the past 13 years.
Joining JMR in the concert is the amazing vocalist Capathia Jenkins. She possesses the wide vocal range needed to cover the various styles of singers from the James Bond catalog.
We will be attending the concert and we’re sure James Bond fans will enjoy this one.
In this episode, JMR talks about what to expect in this concert and how they put it together. He also talks about his career, why he decided to conduct instead of play an instrument, some influential composers, and film scoring in general. If you’ve ever wanted to know what a composer has to deal with in scoring a movie, JMR gives you a good idea. It is really amazing how they do it.
One other area we discuss is how technology has made composition more efficient. Much is the same as it's been for hundreds of years. But, some of it is streamlined today.
Raymond Benson with an assistDan and Tom wanted some expertise for this interview, so they asked Raymond Benson for an assist. Of course, Raymond graciously agreed. Raymond helped us delve into other composers' works and JMR’s experiences with them. Plus, Raymond tells of a very scary experience he had with composer John Barry.
What do you think?So, we’re excited to be going to this concert and see John Morris Russell put what he told us into action. We think this will be a good one. Do you have plans to go to this concert? If so, let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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Credit: John Morris Russell pictures courtesy of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
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Dan and Tom decode SPY HUNT, a 1950 espionage B movie. And they don’t agree on this one.
SPY HUNT was based on the book “Panther’s Moon” by Victor Canning. It has espionage, a MacGuffin, a train, a dead drop, escaped black panthers, a budding romance, and quite a few interesting characters.
Dan and Tom call out some interesting plot points that may have been influenced by earlier movies such as THE LADY VANISHES, THE 39 STEPS, and others.
In addition, you’ll find out what a black panther really is. We’re sure you’ve lost sleep trying to figure that out.
Above all, they look at some places where SPY HUNT may have influenced spy movies that followed, including one very interesting piece of dialogue. How much influence did this movie have on the James Bond franchise?
So, if you’ve seen SPY HUNT, do you agree with Dan or Tom on one? What did you think of this episode, SPY HUNT – 1950 Cold War Espionage Classic Decoded?
Overall, if you hadn’t seen SPY HUNT did this episode encourage you to watch it? If so, let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode. Just drop us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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Dan and Tom talk with Matt Sherman about the DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Las Vegas and OCTOPUSSY Utah filming locations.
Besides being a James Bond expert, Matt Sherman leads tours to many different James Bond filming locations – check his website https://bondfanevents.com/.
In this episode, we discuss what we experienced on Matt’s tour of two relatively close filming location areas for two movies, DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER (DAF) and OCTOPUSSY.
Much of DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER was filmed in and around Las Vegas, Nevada in the U.S. For instance, the casinos, the desert, the mortuary, the car chase and more are all there.
Surprisingly, if you take a 2-hour drive from Las Vegas into southwestern Utah, you’ll end up in some key locations from OCTOPUSSY. Much of the OCTOPUSSY pre-title sequence was filmed in this stunningly beautiful part of the U.S. Some of the scenes toward the end of the movie were filmed here as well.
Some of the filming location questions we answer are:
DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER LAS VEGAS What airport did James Bond arrive in when he came to Las Vegas? How many locations were used when Plenty O’Toole was tossed from the hotel window? Where is the location of the parking lot from the car chase? Why is visiting the Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary & Cemetary not enough to experience the mortuary scenes? What game can you still play at the Circus Circus arcade area? OCTOPUSSY Utah Where was the gas station that James Bond’s jet pulled up to when Bond said “fill ‘er up”? How did they film the take-off and landing of Bond’s jet? Where is the bridge the plane flies under? Where did James Bond jump from his horse onto Kamal Khan’s plane? When standing near the bridge, you can see places portraying what countries from what movies?This is a fun discussion. The next time you are in Las Vegas, go visit these sites. You’ll be glad you did.
So, have you been to any of these sites? If so, let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Review - No Spoilers!
Here’s our NO-SPOILER review of the new spy movie, SPY x FAMILY CODE: White.
This anime movie is the first movie in the SPY x FAMILY franchise. If you are familiar with the Manga or anime series versions of SPY x FAMILY, you will feel right at home with the movie.
EPISODE GOALS Provide you with our no-spoiler opinion of the movie Enhance your viewing experience of the movie We look at your viewing options (subtitles or dubbing) Why it has a PG-13 rating here in the US We fill in some of the details from the anime series that aren’t included in the movie. These are designed to give you more detail if you haven’t seen the Manga or anime series. We still keep this a no-spoiler review We talk with a Japanese Culture and Language college student who is part Japanese. He helps fill in some of the nuances in the language and culture of this movie. We discuss some of the movie tropes in this movie that we have seen in earlier movies. We love pointing out the relationships of scenes in movies.In a nutshell, we like SPY x FAMILY CODE: White. We think you might too, so take a listen to hear why.
So, had you seen SPY x FAMILY CODE: White before listening to this review? When you see the movie, please let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE Review – No-Spoilers!
Here’s the full NO-SPOILER review of the new spy movie, THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE. This movie opens in theaters on April 19, 2024.
Guy Ritchie’s THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE is a dramatization of real-world events that helped shape the outcome of World War II. Of course, it has an excellent cast starring Henry Cavill, Alan Ritchson, Eiza González, Til Schweiger, and many more.
This review will enhance your viewing experience of the movie. We keep the spoilers out but give you nuggets of background information. And, given this movie’s historical background there is much to know: real-world characters, places, and vessels behind the movie, and, there is an Ian Fleming tie-in as well.
What other movies come to mind while watching THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE?
We liked this movie a lot and think you will too. Listen to find out why.
So, had you heard of Operation Postmaster prior to our discussion? When you see THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE, let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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Dan and Tom head out to find the DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Amsterdam filming locations. There aren’t many and they are easy to find. But it is very cool to see these sites over 50 years after the movie was filmed.
So, join them as they visit Tiffany Case’s house. Was she home? The Skinny Bridge? Was that a figment of screenwriters Richard Maibaum and Tom Mankiewicz? Listen to find out.
What famous drink from Ian Fleming’s novels has an Amsterdam bar named after it? What literarily-named hotel has another bar they mention? And what tour do they tell you is a must see when visiting Amsterdam? Amsterdam intelligence is on the menu!
So, have you been to these DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Amsterdam filming locations? Have you seen any of these other sites? If so, let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be! We’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!
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RAAZI Is A Spy Movie Worth Watching
The 2018 Indian movie RAAZI is a spy movie worth watching. It is one of Tom’s all-time favorite spy movies. Have you heard of RAAZI?
RAAZI is a fictionalized drama about a real spy in the 1971 India-Pakistan war. This is an espionage movie, not an action movie, which we think is a good thing.
The central theme of this movie is “What are you prepared to do for your country?”
Why is this a spy movie worth watching? Dan and Tom detail the reasons why, and also talk about some of the criticisms of RAAZI. Listening to this episode will enhance your understanding and viewing experience of the movie!
Alia Bhatt fans will not want to miss RAAZI. She is excellent in it, as is the rest of the cast.
As of this posting (April 2, 2024), RAAZI is available on Amazon Prime in the US. RAAZI is released in the Hindi language with English subtitles.
So, have you seen RAAZI? If so, do you think RAAZI is a spy movie worth watching? Did Dan and Tom miss anything? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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FOR YOUR EYES ONLY - How the Story Came to be
FOR YOUR EYES ONLY, the movie, was not the story from Ian Fleming’s short story with the same title. In this episode, Dan and Tom decode the movie to see how the story came to be.
Some of the characters from the movie, and some of the plot points were adapted from Ian Fleming’s 1960 short stories “For Your Eyes Only” and “Risico”. Plus, the locations of the 2 stories and the movie are all different. People’s names have changed. The reason that people have wanted revenge has changed. The MacGuffin has changed.
Yet, even with all of that, the movie, FOR YOUR EYES ONLY turned into one of Roger Moore’s best movies playing James Bond.
And the 1968 movie ICE STATION ZEBRA definitely influenced the final version of the movie FOR YOUR EYES ONLY. Dan and Tom lay it out in this episode!
So, take a listen.
We assume you’ve seen the movie FOR YOUR EYES ONLY. Have you read Fleming’s short stories “For Your Eyes Only” and “Risico”? If so, did Dan and Tom miss anything? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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Who is Chris Corbould?
Chris Corbould OBE has worked on 15 James Bond movies, THE DARK KNIGHT Trilogy, 2 Superman movies, and he won an Acadamy Award for his work on the movie INCEPTION. Chiefly, his specialty has been visual effects, leading the team on many of these movies.
Dan and Tom had a chance to chat with Chris in Chicago at the press event prior to the opening of the “007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond” exhibit. This fantastic exhibit is at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.
What movies do we discuss with Chris Corbould?During this interview, Chris talks about visual effects in several of his James Bond movies and THE DARK KNIGHT.
So, listen to hear how they did the explosion in SPECTRE, which involved about 300 explosions in succession! Chris tells us how that worked. Additionally, Chris mentions the warning he gave to Daniel Craig about this scene.
Undoubtedly, you remember the doughnut scene in NO TIME TO DIE. You know, the scene where the Aston Martin spins in the square in Matera, Italy. Chris talks us through that scene and how they coordinated the “bullets” hitting the side of the buildings with the spinning of the car.
The tank scenes in GOLDENEYE! Chris also tells us the origin and some of the challenges of these tank scenes. What are the challenges of buying real tanks for a movie? Listen to find out!
One of Tom’s favorite Bond gadgets is the cello case in THE LIVING DAYLIGHTS. Chris Corbould was involved with this gadget's development. And he gives us insight into the creation of the device. Oh, and he lets us know what actress Maryam d’Abo, who played Kara Milovy, certainly thought about this sled.
SKYFALL train crash in the subway! Chris discusses the challenges in designing this spectacular train crash. Lots of details had to be worked out simultaneously for that one.
It's not all James BondFinally, since we were having this discussion in Chicago, Chris talked about the semi-trailer scene in THE DARK KNIGHT. This is the scene where the truck flips over, backend over the front end. They filmed this scene in Chicago, on LaSalle street. Chris lets us know how they got that to work.
Let us know what you think!So, take a listen. Chris Corbould is not only a visual effects master, he’s a great guy and a fun interview. Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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The ExhibitAs we mentioned, we met with Chris at the "007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond" exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. This exhibit has vehicles, gadgets, screen-used props, and educational materials based on the James Bond movies. You can find out more about the exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry's website.
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“007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond” is a new exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Dan and Tom became big fans of this exhibit while attending the Press Day viewing. They take you inside and highlight many of the items displayed. And they let you know why you will want to attend this exhibit.
What's in the exhibit?We won’t give everything away. But there are screen-used gadgets from the James Bond movies. These are some of the most well-known gadgets in the James Bond history. Plus, there are James Bond movie vehicles. Vehicles like the Aston Martin DB5 used in GOLDENEYE, and the Lotus Espirit which was used in THE SPY WHO LOVED ME. And, there are real-world spy gadgets that the CIA has used to showcase how the Bond gadgets may have had some real-world background.
Who did we talk with?Includes a quick interview with Meg Simmonds, Archive Director for Eon Productions, and Eric Andersen, Project Manager of Featured Experiences and Special Projects at the Museum. They help us understand what is in the exhibit and why. Meg talks about one gadget that was from a very early James Bond movie. She had never seen it before but was able to track down. And, that gadget is on display in this exhibit! Which one?!
Eric focuses on is the fact that this is the Museum of Science and Industry. So, they want to make sure the exhibit highlights Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) throughout. There are interactive activities and Eric helps us understand what is there, and why kids will like this too.
Finally, Chris Corbould, who was the Special Effects Supervisor on all of the James Bond movies from GOLDENEYE through NO TIME TO DIE was there. A separate episode will come out with that interview!
So, take a listen. Dan and Tom think the “007 Science: Inside the World of James Bond” exhibition is extremely well done. It is a must for any James Bond fan! Have you gone to see it yet? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
Where is the exhibit?The Museum of Science and Industry is located at 5700 DuSable Lake Shore Drive in Chicago. Check out their website to find out more details. The exhibit runs from March 007, 2024, to October 27, 2024.
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Steve Oxenrider is One of the Biggest James Bond Memorabilia Collectors!
Are you a James Bond memorabilia collector or interested in James Bond items? How big is your collection? Well, in this episode, Dan and Tom talk with Steve Oxenrider, whose name you have seen - as he is credited on some of the “Making of” James Bond documentaries and has contributed images for numerous books and articles.
In case you didn’t know, Steve is auctioning off his over 30,000-item collection of James Bond memorabilia.
Take a listen to find out where the auctions are being held, what is being auctioned off, and why he is auctioning his collection. Steve, who is obviously a big James Bond fan, also explains how he got started collecting and the tremendous connections he has made.
Oh, and his story about talking to Rosa Klebb (twice) is very funny. Would you have the guts to do what Steve did? He’s done it more than once and even talked with Harold Sakata using the same technique.
So, take a listen to Steve Oxenrider’s fascinating story! It might get you started collecting if you don’t already! Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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THE HILDEBRAND RARITY and LICENCE TO KILL
Ian Fleming published the short story “The Hildebrand Rarity” in 1960. In it, he created the character of Milton Krest. James Bond movie fans will recognize Milton Krest from 1989 movie LICENCE TO KILL.
In this episode, Dan and Tom decode how this character from the short story landed in this movie. They also talk about how his character from the novel changed in the movie. And how some of his traits were split between the characters Milton Krest and Franz Sanchez in the movie.
And what about Krest’s wife? Parts of her character morphed into Lupe.
Remember that stingray tail that Franz Sanchez uses on Lupe in LICENCE TO KILL? It had its origin in the novel as well. But it wasn’t someone named Sanchez who used it.
And of course, there is a Playboy tie-in here as well that we discuss.
So, take a listen. Have you read “The Hildebrand Rarity”? If so, did Dan and Tom miss anything? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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In Defense of Quantum of Solace
Dan and Tom provide a defense of the James Bond movie QUANTUM OF SOLACE, looking at the pros and cons of this oft-maligned movie. Revealed: What does Quantum of Solace even means!
QUANTUM OF SOLACE was not the critical success of its successor, CASINO ROYALE. That’s even with it being a direct continuation of the CASINO ROYALE story.There were numerous problems, many stemming from the writer’s strike at the time. But, there were also some positives in QUANTUM OF SOLACE.
So, take a listen – Do you agree with Dan and Tom’s defense of QUANTUM OF SOLACE? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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Here are the links to the podcast episodes we mentioned in this episode:
Audio Podcasts:James Bond's QUANTUM OF SOLACE Pre-Title Sequence Decoded! - Spy Movie Navigator
A Talk with QUANTUM OF SOLACE Director of Photography, Roberto Schaefer, ASC, AIC - Part 1 - Spy Movie Navigator
Part 2: A Talk with QUANTUM OF SOLACE Director of Photography, Roberto Schaefer, ASC, AIC - Spy Movie Navigator
YouTube Video:
James Bond is Not Likeable - https://youtu.be/vVFyn9w1dcc
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Gadgets in THE LIVING DAYLIGHTS and LICENCE TO KILL
Dan and Tom break down the gadgets in THE LIVING DAYLIGHTS and LICENCE TO KILL – the two Dalton James Bond movies.
Are these gadgets believable? Flashy? Dalton changed the tone of the character of Bond and to some extent the gadgets in the movies.
For instance, could the milk bottles really do that? What about the remote keychain? And there is also the X-Ray camera, Broomstick Radio, night-vision binoculars, the rocket engine, Dentonite toothpaste, the manta ray costume, and more.
And we get two looks at the use of lasers, one from each movie. Were they believable?
Well, we take apart these and all the other key gadgets in these two movies.
So, take a listen – did we miss any key gadgets from these two Bond movies? Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards with author Tony Lee Moral
Dan and Tom bring back author Tony Lee Moral to discuss his latest book Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards. We focus on Hitchcock’s spy movies in today’s discussion. Unquestionably, Hitchcock was notorious for his use of storyboards and his practice has been emulated by many directors.
We read an advance copy of the book prior to its February 6, 2024, release. Tony’s book is an excellent look at why Hitchcock used storyboards. He also discusses how Hitchcock used them to set up the filming of the scenes in his movies. He drills into many of Hitchcock’s movies. In addition, one great aspect of the book is the sheer number of storyboards he includes in the book that Hitchcock used. And the industry tricks of the trade including how those have changed over time with the use of technology.
Another thing we love about this book is that Tony teaches us about making movies. He does this by showing us how Hitchcock did it. For example, in his discussion on THE 39 STEPS, Tony talks about how TikTok users can use a similar approach to what Hitchcock did to string together a bunch of shorts. We drill into this with Tony in this episode. It’s a great and fun way to learn.
WHERE TO GET ALFRED HITCHCOCK'S STORYBOARDSYou can order Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards at the following links (These are non-affiliate links, SpyMovieNavigator receives no compensation if you use them):
tonyleemoralbooks.com – A site of mystery and suspense Alfred Hitchcock Storyboards @ Titan Books Alfred Hitchcock Storyboards: Moral, Tony Lee: 9781789099546: Amazon.com: Books Alfred Hitchcock Storyboards by Tony Lee Moral: 9781789099546 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books Alfred Hitchcock Storyboards by Tony Lee Moral, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com) Share your thoughtsSo, take a listen – did this discussion help you decide to buy Tony Lee Moral’s book Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards? We highly recommend it if you are a movie fan. Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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ARGYLLE– A No-Spoiler Review
In this episode, Tom gives you his no-spoiler look at the latest Matthew Vaughan movie, ARGYLLE. As with all of our no-spoiler reviews, our goal is to give you our thoughts as to whether or not this latest spy movie is worth your time and money.
We don’t cover the plot because our goal is to not give it away. But, we will say that the plot is pretty complex. You need to pay close attention.
There are a lot of twists and turns in ARGYLLE. And it has a fantastic cast led by Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, and Henry Cavill.
So, take a listen to this ARGYLLE – A No-Spoiler Review. Is ARGYLLE worth your time and money? Let us know your thoughts if you go and see it, ideas for future episodes, ideas for future episodes, and what you thought of this episode by dropping us a note at [email protected]. The more we hear from you, the better the show will be!
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