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The World Is Not Enough
The Spy Who Loved Me
Dr No
Octopussy
You Only Live Twice
Casino Royale
Moonraker
The Living Daylights
Die Another Day
From Russia With Love
For Your Eyes Only
Diamonds Are Forever
A View To A Kill
Quantum Of Solace
Thunderball
GoldenEye
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Since my last update I have added two more to my viewing delight. Thunderball, with Connery in cracking, laid back form. As usual by the end I was feeling slightly sea sick, but TB has so much to enjoy - not least the bevy of outstanding beauties.
GoldenEye lacks the lush, exotic appeal of TB, but it certainly has it's moments (especially when Robbie Coltraine is on the screen).
Up next is The Man With The Golden Gun, and then the last 6 films will be one for each actor. It would be nice to watch them in one session.....I doubt it will happen but you never know.
The World Is Not Enough
The Spy Who Loved Me
Dr No
Octopussy
You Only Live Twice
Casino Royale
Moonraker
The Living Daylights
Die Another Day
From Russia With Love
For Your Eyes Only
Diamonds Are Forever
A View To A Kill
Quantum Of Solace
Thunderball
GoldenEye
The Man With The Golden Gun
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dreading TMWTGG I must admit. Not in the mood. However, despite many viewings over the years I only really noticed today just how good Roger Moore was in this film. Probably his most impressive performance in the role of Bond.
Well, it's six films left. GF, OHMSS, LALD, LTK, TND, SF. One for each Bond star. Tempted to try it one sitting.......
Make an evening out of it, instead it just being around the film. I'll sometimes make a new drink or new meal themed around the film I'm watching. I'm now finding that I don't even remember viewing the film except for a new couple subtle parts I pick up but still get that elated feeling from the night's events. I'm currently up to OP in my marathon and there are times where I feel I get even more enjoyment now out of watching then my first time through.
I'm going through the novels now which is also a different perspective and gives me a different viewpoint for the films.
Maybe I should start posting my experiences here :p
TWINE
TMWTGG
DAF
These three particularly I wasn't looking forward to but in a state of relaxed resignation I enjoyed them.
No such luck with AVTAK and DAD but maybe next time. ;-)
Golden Gun feels sloppy like it was rushed out. Same goes to DAF and LALD to a lesser extent.
Thanks @Birdleson, I will pay close attention to the quality of the dialogue and will see how the mission/problem in hand in each outing is handled/explained.
Ranking:
1. OHMSS
2. FRWL
3. DN
4. GF
5. TB
6. CR '54
7. YOLT
8. CR '67
Next week: Live and let die.
The World Is Not Enough
The Spy Who Loved Me
Dr No
Octopussy
You Only Live Twice
Casino Royale
Moonraker
The Living Daylights
Die Another Day
From Russia With Love
For Your Eyes Only
Diamonds Are Forever
A View To A Kill
Quantum Of Solace
Thunderball
GoldenEye
The Man With The Golden Gun
Goldfinger
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Goldfinger is a complete and total treat, in every department. I just can't come up with enough superlatives and I won't even try. It has lost much appeal especially among younger Bond fans, but maybe that's because they weren't around in 1964 when Bondmania was at its height and Goldfinger hit the cinemas. It must have been something special.
Yes it dips some where in the middle, but when it does there is always Sean Connery, one of cinemas most charismatic actors, to watch with complete admiration.
Next up, On Her Majesty's Secret Service.
MURDOCK'S BONDATHON
The World Is Not Enough
The Spy Who Loved Me
Dr No
Octopussy
You Only Live Twice
Casino Royale
Moonraker
The Living Daylights
Die Another Day
From Russia With Love
For Your Eyes Only
Diamonds Are Forever
A View To A Kill
Quantum Of Solace
Thunderball
GoldenEye
The Man With The Golden Gun
Goldfinger
On Her Majesty's Secret Service
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The 60s ends with this spanking entry. Apart from some excessive underwater sequences in Thunderball the 60s, for me, is near on faultless.
Lazenby is a perfectly good replacement for Connery and where many on here think a third Dalton was the great missed opportunity, I believe the second Lazenby was the greatest of all missed opportunities. He seems to get the subtleties of film acting, and apart from a few miss timed line deliveries he knocks the ball clean out of the park.
The editing is ahead of it's time, the direction is opulent and endlessly glamorous. The action still exciting after over 40 years.
Next up - Live And Let Die
Dr. No.
I haven't watched this film in quite a while. I really love the Bluray, It's truly magnificent. Dr. No is an example of filmaking at it's finest. Full of vibrant colors and a great atmosphere. I felt like I was all the places Bond visited. I really love how the film is lacking the usual element's we've grown accustom to in Bond films over the years. It's so unique and I enjoy the film even more for it. I also love how pulpy it is. It's a raw film that's always in your face. Nothing drew my attention away. I was looking for new things I hadn't noticed before in previous viewings so I got to absorb so much more.
Dr. No also has one of my favorite Gunbarrel sequences. I love the use of weird radio signal sound effects as Cubby and Harry's name appears in the dots, then were introduced to the Gunbarrel itself. And once the gun has shot, the Bond theme kicks in at maximum overdrive. I love it every time. This film is a gem and a joy to watch. I appreciate it even more. I couldn't find anything wrong with the movie. Even Monty Norman's score has grown on me a bit. It's still strange in some places but it adds to the uniqueness of the film.
MURDOCK'S BONDATHON RANKING.
Dr. No.
I am not sure about this. I think I would not get my moneys worth if it is under 2 hours, even if the quality is less for it. I'd rather have more, personally. Then again I have always been a long drink sort of guy.
Could SPECTRE really be the longest bond?
If this came after MR, it would have been a very satisfying film, but coming after the brilliant FYEO, it was just a major disappointment.
Yep.
MURDOCK'S BONDATHON RANKING
Dr. No
From Russia With Love
I have to say ever since I read the book YOLT every time i watch the movie i cringe and just dislike it more and more. One of the biggest fuck ups in the franchises history was doing YOLT before OHMSS and messing up that wonderful story fleming wrote
Agree and agree.
(That and Dr Mortimer's demise is like something out of Road Runner.)
=D> A fair and excellent review sir! \m/
MURDOCK'S BONDATHON RANKING.
Dr. No
From Russia With Love
Goldfinger
Agreed, as well. DN always stands out as slightly better than FRWL to me, and AVTAK has always held a special place in my heart.