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Would you rather Bond return to his cultural knowledge OR Bond return to the one-liner?

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  • j_w_pepperj_w_pepper Born on the bayou, but I now hear a new dog barkin'
    edited October 28 Posts: 9,034
    GoldenGun wrote: »
    j_w_pepper wrote: »
    QBranch wrote: »
    j_w_pepper wrote: »
    And @QBranch, his name is зуковский, not жуковский.
    Yeah I know it's not quite right, but what I wrote - that's exactly how it's spelt and worded on the caviar labels in the film. There's always some small anomaly found when you translate the text-based props to English. Every time.

    OK, explanation accepted (don't remember the caviar labels). Actually, I always found it more likely that his name should be Zhukovsky (жуковский) as you wrote, so I guess they just goofed the pronunciation in the movie. Just like with Rene Mathis, who should be pronounced like the artist Matisse instead of English-style. Or Dr. Kaufman(n), who should have a second n in the end if he was supposed to be German.

    Exactly. Another one that can be added here is last name Sciarra from SP. If you write it like that then the pronunciation should be "Sharra" and not "Skiarra" as they say in the film. If you want it to sound like "Skiarra" the correct spelling would be Schiarra.

    Right, good point. I remember we discussed that in some thread several years ago. Just forgot to add this example to my list this time.

    PS: In fact, both you (@GoldenGun) and I pointed the "Ski-arra" case out in the "James Bond - Cunning Linguist" thread in February 2017 (I had just joined this board), and later in a thread called "Theories on Lucia Sciarra" (2018) and also "Tell us all about your Bondathon" (2019). Quite easy to find when you enter SCHIARRA in the search box.
  • GoldenGunGoldenGun Per ora e per il momento che verrà
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    j_w_pepper wrote: »
    GoldenGun wrote: »
    j_w_pepper wrote: »
    QBranch wrote: »
    j_w_pepper wrote: »
    And @QBranch, his name is зуковский, not жуковский.
    Yeah I know it's not quite right, but what I wrote - that's exactly how it's spelt and worded on the caviar labels in the film. There's always some small anomaly found when you translate the text-based props to English. Every time.

    OK, explanation accepted (don't remember the caviar labels). Actually, I always found it more likely that his name should be Zhukovsky (жуковский) as you wrote, so I guess they just goofed the pronunciation in the movie. Just like with Rene Mathis, who should be pronounced like the artist Matisse instead of English-style. Or Dr. Kaufman(n), who should have a second n in the end if he was supposed to be German.

    Exactly. Another one that can be added here is last name Sciarra from SP. If you write it like that then the pronunciation should be "Sharra" and not "Skiarra" as they say in the film. If you want it to sound like "Skiarra" the correct spelling would be Schiarra.

    Right, good point. I remember we discussed that in some thread several years ago. Just forgot to add this example to my list this time.

    PS: In fact, both you (@GoldenGun) and I pointed the "Ski-arra" case out in the "James Bond - Cunning Linguist" thread in February 2017 (I had just joined this board), and later in a thread called "Theories on Lucia Sciarra" (2018) and also "Tell us all about your Bondathon" (2019). Quite easy to find when you enter SCHIARRA in the search box.

    Seems like it's been bugging us for a while :))
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
    edited October 28 Posts: 5,429
    Great stuff guys! Wow caviar jars and labels I would never have known.

    Time for the Craig era!

    Would you rather sip lattes with Mathis on a sidewalk cafe OR go game hunting with Kincaid in Scotland?

    An espresso drink on the patio of a cafe while the police chief is arrested. A chat with a worldly and wise agent might be a fun way to spend the afternoon.

    OR

    Head out to the Scottish countryside and hunt with a wise colourful caretaker. Not afraid to put you in your place, also quick with a quip!
  • GoldenGunGoldenGun Per ora e per il momento che verrà
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    Well, latte means nothing more than just milk but if you're referring to latte macchiato I'll go for that one ;). Plus, even though Kincade is my favourite character in SF, Mathis is probably my favourite ally in the franchise so he wins :)
  • CommanderRossCommanderRoss The bottom of a pitch lake in Eastern Trinidad, place called La Brea
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    Ha, I don't drink Coffee and though I've given up on alcohol mostly, a good glass of scotch is always welcome, especially after a day of hunting. I'll definately choose Kincade.
  • Agent_99Agent_99 enjoys a spirited ride as much as the next girl
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    Tramping around Scotland sounds too much like hard work. I'll watch the world go by and listen to the stories of an old intelligence pro.

    And sit well out of his reach.
    GoldenGun wrote: »
    Well, latte means nothing more than just milk but if you're referring to latte macchiato I'll go for that one ;).

    Ah yes, that time I pressed the LATTE button on a vending machine in Milan and got a cup of hot milk...
  • CraigMooreOHMSSCraigMooreOHMSS Dublin, Ireland
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    Latte? Well, if you mean cheap wine while Gemma works on her tan...
  • j_w_pepperj_w_pepper Born on the bayou, but I now hear a new dog barkin'
    Posts: 9,034
    I'll pick Scotland. I'll skip the hunting and settle for a few wee drams o' single malt.
  • LudovicoLudovico
    edited October 29 Posts: 15,120
    I love Mathis' character, I loce Italy and my wife is vegetarian (and thus hates hunting). That said, I hate coffee and I love autumn and Scotland is where my ancestors are from, Skyfall looks my dream holiday destination so... I'll have to choose the latter.
  • peterpeter Toronto
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    I’d love to go hunting with Kincaide!
  • echoecho 007 in New York
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    I'll stay with the lovely people.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    Lets do another round this time with some of the females of the series!

    Would you rather find Sylvia Trench practicing golf in your flat Or Tatiana laying in bed in your hotel room?

    Sylvia loves to play games! Golf and Chemin De Fer spring to mind.

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    The lovely Tatiana was a picture of perfection as she lied in wait for her man to show up.

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    Who would you rather find when you return to your place?
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
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    YES
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    Well played @QBranch well played!

    I can only dream that I would have a choice. But if I did, I am leaning towards Ms Trench as I love a woman in a mans dress shirt.
  • GoldenGunGoldenGun Per ora e per il momento che verrà
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    I quite like golf, but nothing beats Mrs Bianchi...
  • FoxRoxFoxRox
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    Sylvia. I’d be less paranoid it was a trap!
  • Baltimore_007_Baltimore_007_
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    Sounds like a kind of rhetorical question. Guess somehow I'd go with Romanova..

    Took a moment to wonder what the responses would have been if Bibi Dahl had been offered instead of Tatiana (Moore before the Ice Cream response) Actually, believe i'd jump at the chance..
  • Last_Rat_StandingLast_Rat_Standing Long Neck Ice Cold Beer Never Broke My Heart
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    Tatiana.
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
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    Sylvia. It's the eyebrows.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    QBranch wrote: »
    Sylvia. It's the eyebrows.

    Would love to see Ms. Grayson play against Moore! Battle of the eyebrows. The way she arches it...would leave me in a puddle. LOL
  • DwayneDwayne New York City
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    Sylvia. By a shot to save par.
  • CrabKeyCrabKey
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    A hole in one is attractive, and I do notice Sylvia is gripping a pair of balls which would make any man's putter stand up, but Tatiana looks as if she is interested in more than games. (A nod to Johnny Carson for the putter line.)
  • NickTwentyTwoNickTwentyTwo Vancouver, BC, Canada
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    Tatiana without a shadow of doubt.
  • SecretAgentMan⁰⁰⁷SecretAgentMan⁰⁰⁷ Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
    edited October 31 Posts: 2,025
    Tatiana. Even in my deepest sleep and dream. Reasons are...Daniela Bianchi is one of the most beautiful Bond girls ever, along with the likes of Zena Marshall and Jane Seymour. Plus, I'm supposed to have a towel wrapped around my waist when I approach her in bed, right? B-)
  • George_KaplanGeorge_Kaplan Being chauffeured by Tibbett
    edited November 1 Posts: 683
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  • LudovicoLudovico
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    Tatiana.
  • DEKE_RIVERSDEKE_RIVERS
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    Tatiana will always win no matter the question.
  • CommanderRossCommanderRoss The bottom of a pitch lake in Eastern Trinidad, place called La Brea
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    Tanya, I'm married to her :-D
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    Great stuff! Lets move onto the ladies of the Moore films

    Would you rather find Bibi Dahl in your bedroom OR Magda at your table?

    An Olympic athlete with breath control and muscle tone. She is a cute young thing that has fans everywhere.

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    Or

    A circus performer known for her pick pocket skills and her ability to negotiate!

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  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
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    YES
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