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Following on from a post by @RC7 in the NTTD filming thread, minor spoilers. I too would enjoy seeing Bond behind the wheel of a 2CV, Renault 11 taxi, Alfa Romeo GTV6.
All of which were used effectively in a chase sequence. Instead of Bond having a gadget laden car to get him out of trouble.
Yes, he's been seen driving a Volvo S40, or a Range Rover and a Ford Mondeo amongst others, but these were merely fillers. They serve no function other than getting Bond from A to B.
I'm talking about putting Bond in a Ford Transit van for example and using it in an action sequence. Something underpowered or out of the norm, to show off Bond's driving expertise. As much as we all (mostly) love the Aston Martin, it's fun to see Bond driving a 'normal' car recklessly from time to time.
"Breakfast for one at nine please. Green figs, yoghurt, coffee very black."
"That gun, seems more fitting for a woman."
"Do you know much about guns Mr.Bond?"
"No. I know a little about women."
"Isn't Le Bleu a little heady for that?"
"So you know your perfumes. What else do you know?
"A little about women."
Those instances when Bond shows off his know it all side. Along with adding a little personality to the character. Such as feeling Italian and musical. Those minor nuances that add something to the overall effect.
From the Brosnan era onwards such lines seem to have become non existent.
I love it when Bond comments on a drink, food, or what have you as being inferior or low grade. Or shows off his knowledge for the finer things in life. Aside from being Britain's finest secret agent, Bond has always been something of a snob.
”May I suggest a white wine from my home place?”
”If you'll forgive me, that's a little too scented for my palate. I prefer the Theotaki Aspro.”
Agree, they always raise a smile. I love reading Roger’s Bond on Bond book for all the little instances where he drops his favourite wines, hotels or suits into the conversation, no doubt with a quiver of an eyebrow.
One of the last times we saw that was in QOS. Bond walks into the cheap hotel Fields had fixed, looks around, says "forget it", leaves and picks a five star establishment. Always makes me laugh.
...yet the closest we got to one in the Craig-era was Valenka in Casino Royale, but her character wasn't portrayed in the classic way. I want a femme-fatale whose a villain from start to finish, and doesn't become a sacrificial lamb or has a last minute change of heart. I always think of Fiona's little speech in Thunderball, which I'll always come back to...
"But of course, I forgot your ego, Mr. Bond. James Bond, the one where he has to make love to a woman, and she starts to hear heavenly choirs singing. She repents, and turns to the side of right and virtue... but not this one."
Such a strong moment. I love it :)
And I agree @Denbigh, it's time we get a proper femme-fatale/henchwoman again. That and the snobbish traits of Bond is something this series currently lacks.
I also miss Bond checking out his hotel room for bugs, as in DN, FRWL, TB, OHMSS, LALD, etc.
Who knows it could also be McClory talking to the audience and giving EON a middle finger salute.
I for one love the whole sequence of Bond and Fiona in the movie. From when she picks him up in the car, to when he finds her in his bath tub. They have some great chemistry and deliver some terrific dialogue. "Aren't you in the wrong room Mr. Bond?" "Not from where I am standing." :)
Without going so far as to ask that Bond 26 come up with a story inspired by what could be found in Gardner's novels, which I would not be against either, with Bond being part of an international team composed of foreign agents, it will be good that the next installments populate this universe of operatives from other services.
Also, would kind of like to see a 'Bond leads the troops' style finale again. Like in YOLT or TSWLM..
Anyway, it never bothered me that much. I'm more concerned with having a great film than making sure each Bond ticks all the usual boxed that others before have.
Sounds good! Especially colourful (and therefore memorable) henchmen.
Yes,please!
Haha, indeed. Oh this bloody virus...
I think bits like Bond being able to recognize a specific breed of moth was rather over the top when it comes to showing off Bond's knowledge. Fleming's Bond was knowledgeable, but I can't imagine him having the interest or patience to learn something like lepidopterology. Knowing his cars, wine, and food? Absolutely. We saw Craig able to show that off such knowledge by being able to recognize the make and year production of a Rolls Royce approaching from a long distance.
I agree, I think it has to be the sort of expertise which makes sense with Bond’s character.
So it’s understandable if he knows a lot about cars, or guns, or sherry, or champagne, or gambling.
Where I don’t think it works (and I’m looking at you, Moonraker) is knowledge about things like rare orchids.
1) Unused Fleming scenes or entire novels adapted (to fit modern times, obviously). I don't care if its several scenes taken from various novels and woven into a new script, 80's Maibaum style, or a full length novel adapted.
2) Bond traditions firmly back in place - gunbarrel, briefing with M in his office, flirt with Moneypenny, pop down to see Q, and then that's the last we see of them for another movie. No more ridiculous Scooby gang in on the action.
3) Unused Fleming scenes or novels adapted.
4) Bond getting bloodied, bruised, torn, injured and battered, LTK/CR/QOS style.
5) Unused Fleming scenes or novels adapted.
6) Decent upbeat songs again (AVTAK, TLD, LALD, CR), instead of depressing dreary crap, composed by the person who is also doing the soundtrack, which leads me to....
7) David Arnold. He's the only person who gets John Barry and Bond.
8) Unused Fleming scenes or novels adapted.
9) No more personal angst crap for Bond. He's just a spy on a mission to get a bad guy.
10) Did I mention unused Fleming scenes to be adapted...?
Yes. Or even a main female villain or two, like Elektra.
I do like the bit in MR because it plays off as a joke with Q’s facial expression showing annoyance. MR is mostly a joke anyway so I can let that one pass whereas I wouldn’t for others.
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the only thing missing is a tie in novel and ti in video game but beyond that.