Tag: General
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Who stirs a martini, anyway?
“Shaken, not stirred” is one of James Bond’s most iconic lines, and for good reason. But it does raise a simple question: who actually stirs a martini in the first place? I’ve never seen a bartender stir any mixed drink,… Read More →
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006’s MI6 revenge plotline better than Silva’s
006’s MI6 revenge plotline in GoldenEye feels more compelling than Silva’s from Skyfall, and the reason is pretty simple. GoldenEye actually shows us the betrayal. The pre-title sequence isn’t just one of the best ever, it establishes the relationship between… Read More →
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One year anniversary of TimeFor007!
One year ago yesterday, TimeFor007 began as a simple outlet for my thoughts on the James Bond movies, and it has since become a part of my daily routine that I’m genuinely proud of. Despite the occasional challenge of consistency,… Read More →
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Will James Bond ever die again?
The question of whether James Bond will die again on screen is an uncomfortable one for longtime fans and personally makes me cringe at the thought. While bold creative swings can be refreshing, but rehashing James Bond’s death just be… Read More →
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I’m tired of Bond movie lists/rankings
Especially the infamous “best Bond movie” ranking with Goldfinger near the top, Die Another Day near the bottom, and a few spicy “hot takes” in between. Sure, it’s a fun activity if you haven’t thought of them a thousand times… Read More →
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Are they Bond films or Bond movies?
I’ve found myself reconsidering whether to call them Bond “movies” or “films,” especially after watching Calvin Dyson’s content and reading various Bond 26 speculation articles. A quick Google shows that while the terms are technically interchangeable, their usage often reflects… Read More →
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James Bond Vanity Plates
It’s a bit surprising that James Bond has never been associated with custom vanity plates, even though some of the “boring” ones have lived on (BMT 216A, anybody?). Then again, vehicle registration and cover identities would almost certainly fall under… Read More →
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Beating the Barren Bond Blues
Another day, another post lamenting how difficult it has become to be a James Bond fan. Instead of updates on movie casting or any updates at all, we get nothing. Well, aside from a reality TV contest nobody wanted (007:… Read More →
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Gadget watches: played out timepieces?
We’ve seen Bond’s watch do just about everything, from Geiger counters and lasers to explosives and homing devices. At this point, the concept feels exhausted, and I’m far less enthusiastic about seeing another watch serve as a major gadget in… Read More →
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His Majesty’s effective “blunt instrument,” impeccably tailored
Bond is a precision weapon disguised in couture. He’s a man of refined taste whose methods are often ruthless but undeniably effective. He delivers results with unwavering efficiency, even when the path is morally ambiguous. The balance between elegance and… Read More →
