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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'
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    I think Rosie is more vulnerable. Not that I'd wish to vulnerate her (looked the term up, it exists but is marked as "obsolete"). But I still think about her as more of a victim than an active villain/henchwoman. I guess I'd even try to save her from the poisonous darts. So except for her Afro wig, I have a soft spot for her. May Day, not so much, though in the right setting I'd find her rather attractive as well. Just not if I have to do judo with her.
  • LudovicoLudovico
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    Oh yes and Rosie is prettier too.
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
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    Picnic by the river with missus Bond and an excellent pate, or as he pronounces it, 'patty'.
  • ToTheRightToTheRight
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    I'll go with Mayday.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    I had thought Rosie would be the winning choice, nice to see Mayday getting some love.

    Lets move to Pierce's era, I have a few bad women to choose from, but I am keeping it to women that Bond had relations with so...

    Would you rather take Electra to the casino OR take some fencing lessons from Miranda Frost?

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    Lady in red! Electra is a beauty on the outside. Inside exists a petulant child who is traumatized from an experience as a young woman. She might just enjoy the pain of love.

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    Dare I say she keeps her tip up? Miranda is living the life as a double agent. A competitive spirit lives within her. Can you handle Ms. Frost?

  • CommanderRossCommanderRoss The bottom of a pitch lake in Eastern Trinidad, place called La Brea
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    Considering the fact that I did some fencing in Uni and still love the sport, I'll go for the fiesty Miranda.
  • DarthDimiDarthDimi Behind you!Moderator
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    Maranda can take me anywhere to do anything. Rosamund is incredibly attractive. I'd be an idiot for letting the occasion pass.
  • LudovicoLudovico
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    I always had a thing for Sophie Marceau in her prime, so I'll go for her. Plus, while Elektra and TWINE are seriously flawed, I prefer both to Miranda and DAD. That said, Rosamund Pike is a good actress who should have had a better role in a better Bond film. (On a side note, I always thought she would have made a fine Mina Murray).
  • VenutiusVenutius Yorkshire
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  • John3John3 The Netherlands
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    As long as she's not managing my funds I'll go with Electra
  • Mathis1Mathis1
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    Sophie Marceau....All day long!!!
  • DarthDimiDarthDimi Behind you!Moderator
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    Mathis1 wrote: »
    Sophie Marceau....All day long!!!

    That depends on your definition of safe sex.
  • DwayneDwayne New York City
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    No offense to the lovely and talented Rosamund Pike but I’ve never found the character of Miranda to be that compelling. Electra King as written (while not perfect) Is still interesting. Plus …….
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    For the record, I know of one aerospace writer that absolutely HATES the Bond films, but still gives TWINE a pass because of the presence of Sophie Marceau. She is really that lovely - a real highlight of the Brosnan era IMO. And Ms. Marceau’s birthday is a week from today (November 17th) so that is another point in her favor.
  • Baltimore_007_Baltimore_007_
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    I got no interest in attempt to go fencing so that only leaves the other. Concur with others Frost is something of a bland forgettable character while Electra commands a much stronger screen presence. Therefore you got a winner for this particular round.

    It would be fun at the roulette, blackjack tables and slots with Electra King as company if you're allowed to play as the question suggests.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    I allow for people to take their answer in any direction they would like. @Baltimore_007_ that's the fun of this thread.

    Interesting to see the love for Electra. She does seem to be a commanding presence and for sure a beauty!
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
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    Miranda and I shall do some fencing. When we build our house.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    Fencing in the house sounds like fun!

    I was going to do one for Daniel's films but he didn't really have any truly bad women. The only one is Severine and she really is caught in a bad place.

    So lets move to the many drinks of James Bond and see which one you might prefer.

    Would you rather drink a Mint Julip OR an indifferently blended brandy?

    A mint julep is enjoyed by Bond and Goldfinger in the heart of Kentucky.

    A classic mint julep has a refreshing blend of mint, sugar, bourbon, and crushed ice. Here’s a basic outline of the process:

    1. **Prepare Fresh Mint**: Use about 8-10 fresh mint leaves.
    2. **Muddle with Sugar**: Place the mint leaves in a glass with about a teaspoon of sugar (or simple syrup) and muddle gently to release the mint oils.
    3. **Add Bourbon**: Pour in 2-3 ounces of bourbon, depending on your taste.
    4. **Fill with Crushed Ice**: Pack the glass with crushed ice, stirring gently until the glass is frosty.
    5. **Garnish**: Top with a sprig of mint for aroma and presentation.

    An indifferently blended brandy was enjoyed by Bond, Colonel Smithers and M. Chat GPT says the following:

    An "indifferently blended" brandy could mean that it lacks the refinement, smoothness, or depth of flavors typical of a well-crafted blend. In this case, the brandy might taste a bit rough or unbalanced, with certain flavors overpowering others. Adding an “overdose of bon boi,” which I assume is playful language for something overly sweet, might make the brandy taste intensely sugary, masking subtleties and leaving a cloying finish.

    Which one are you more likely to take a swig of? You can consider the company, the location where the drink is enjoyed or any other criteria you wish to place on this choice of drinks!
  • echoecho 007 in New York
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    I love a good mint julep but as I don't want to be in Kentucky, I have to go with London.
  • j_w_pepperj_w_pepper Born on the bayou, but I now hear a new dog barkin'
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    I'm rather sure that the "indifferently blended" and "overdose of bon bois" remarks are just another showoff remark by Connery's Bond, and I'm ready to have a taste of Colonel Smithers' brandy myself to find out rather than settle for yet another sugary cocktail. Plus, who wants to be in Kentucky...especially now...no, strike that.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    I love the American south. So much warm hospitality and southern comfort. I would be tempted to have a mint julep on the porch with Auric. If I could wear the blue three piece that Bond wears that would be icing on the cake.
  • RichardTheBruceRichardTheBruce I'm motivated by my Duty.
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    I had a mint julep with my Hot Brown at the Brown Hotel Louisville Kentucky in September. Recommended.

    So I'd go with London and Colonel Smithers' brandy expecting a fine experience.

  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
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    I tried brandy many years ago and enjoyed but haven't had a mint julep before so I'll go with that. I heard that some singers drink brandy before a performance as it lubricates the vocal chords. Old wives tale or fact? As a side thought, what are Bond and Largo drinking after the clay shooting scene?
  • MartinBondMartinBond Trying not to muck it up again
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    Echoing some sentiments above, I'd rather not go to Kentucky - or any of the other states - for the next four years, so I'll get my dinner jacket dry-cleaned and meet M and Smithers for dinner.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    A great song to play while you are drinking your Mint Julep!
  • echoecho 007 in New York
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    MartinBond wrote: »
    Echoing some sentiments above, I'd rather not go to Kentucky - or any of the other states - for the next four years, so I'll get my dinner jacket dry-cleaned and meet M and Smithers for dinner.

    Umm, nearly half of us didn't vote for him. The US is a pretty damaged country right now. I fear for the world when an admittedly sometimes imperial but fundamentally liberal democracy starts to collapse.
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    I think there is a thread for world news and views. I would prefer we keep this light and fun. I appreciate if we can stick to the subject.

    Would you rather a mint julep in Kentucky OR an indifferently blended brandy in London?
  • Creasy47Creasy47 In Cuba with Natalya.Moderator
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    I don't really drink so I couldn't care less, but I've always wanted to visit London so why not that one?
  • CommanderRossCommanderRoss The bottom of a pitch lake in Eastern Trinidad, place called La Brea
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    Well, Ive already been to london, and haven't been to Kentucky. So for me, Mint Julep please. With ice. If you can spare it.
  • DwayneDwayne New York City
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    London - despite the "indifferently blended brandy." Plus, as I'm watching A HARD DAY'S NIGHT as I type this, perhaps Smithers (actor Richard Vernon) could introduce me! :D

    PS. There are at least three Bond / Beatles connections from this film. Can you name them?
  • thedovethedove hiding in the Greek underworld
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    Hmmm aside for Bond mentions the Beatles in the film, I am struggling to think of the other two connections. Good trivia question @Dwayne

    Lets move on to another couple of drinks that our man has enjoyed. Which one would you rather have a swig of!

    Would you rather drink a Campari fireside with Draco OR a Sherry with an unusually fine solera with Sir Donald?

    Campari is a vibrant red, bittersweet liqueur originally from Italy. Known for its distinctive, intense flavor, Campari combines bitter herbs, aromatic plants, and fruit extracts, giving it a unique taste profile that's both bitter and slightly fruity. The recipe is a well-guarded secret, but the flavors often evoke hints of orange peel, cherry, clove, and cinnamon, along with a lingering herbal bitterness.

    Campari is beloved by those who appreciate its balance of bitterness and rich, layered flavors. It’s often sipped as an aperitif, as its bitter notes are said to stimulate the appetite, making it perfect for before a meal.

    OR

    Sherry is a fortified wine from the region of Jerez in southern Spain. It’s made primarily from the Palomino, Pedro Ximénez, and Moscatel grape varieties, and its unique character comes from both the grape and a special aging process.

    One key aspect of sherry production is the solera system, a complex aging and blending process that mixes younger wines with older ones. This creates consistency and depth of flavor. Sherry is fortified, meaning a small amount of grape spirit is added, which raises the alcohol content and influences its taste.
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