Tag: Diamonds Are Forever
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First, we’re gonna have a ball
The Bambi and Thumper sequence in Diamonds Are Forever starts off with real promise: a sleek, modern villa, Bond on the prowl, and an unmistakably groovy Bond theme interpolation to set the mood. But just as the tension starts to… Read More →
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I’m cooperating, Mr. Leiter. Really I am.
Felix Leiter proves the true meaning of “keeping it professional” in Diamonds Are Forever when he’s confronted with Tiffany Case luxuriously lounging half-naked under a fur blanket on an aquarium bed. His deadpan response and admirable self-control is a subtle… Read More →
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DAF: Bond takes transatlantic cruise home
The final scene of Diamonds Are Forever takes place aboard a cruise ship as Bond sails back to the UK, which doesn’t seem like the best security protocol. Nothing says “secret agent” like sunbathing on the Lido deck after foiling… Read More →
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I speak English. Who is your floor?
In Diamonds Are Forever, we see a rare instance where Bond plays dumb to take advantage. His (humorous) broken English to Peter Franks as they take the elevator together is meant to make him seem harmless. This plays perfectly into… Read More →
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For when love’s gone, they’ll luster on
Diamonds really are forever, aren’t they? Read More →
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For when love’s gone…they luster on!
Diamonds never lie to me! Read More →
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007 uncovers Las Vegas diamond smuggling conspiracy.
A plot in seven words. Read More →
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“If God had wanted man to fly…”
“He would have given him wings, Mr. Kidd.” The delivery is a bit bland, but I do enjoy this quip from Diamonds Are Forever. After murdering two people no less…sinister. Read More →
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“Go blow it out your pants!” Iconic.
Was this line ad-libbed? It’s such a blunt and over-the-top statement to such a young kid…easy, Plenty! Read More →
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“Named after your father perhaps?”
One of the best James Bond one-liners…guffaw would be an accurate reaction! Read More →
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