Tag: Live And Let Die
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You’re over-revving! Holy shit!
Mrs. Bell’s brief appearance in Live and Let Die is perfect well-timed comic relief. As a student at the Bleeker Flying School, she delivers both of her lines (especially the hilarious delivery of “Holy shit!”) with perfect bewilderment. What makes… Read More →
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Character Spotlight: David Hedison as Felix Leiter
When I think of Felix Leiter, David Hedison’s portrayal immediately comes to mind. Others may argue for Jeffrey Wright’s grounded interpretation, but for me, Hedison defines the character. While his debut as Bond’s CIA ally in Live and Let Die… Read More →
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…an inflated opinion of himself
Bond’s final quip “inflated opinion of himself” in Live and Let Die after Kananga’s explosive demise isn’t one of my favorites. I realize it’s meant to be clever, but the odd phrasing feels forced and disconnected from how people actually… Read More →
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The cards say we will be lovers
Bond’s manipulation of Solitaire in Live and Let Die has always struck me as deeply unsettling, if not all out creepy. Stacking the deck so every card predicts romance doesn’t make him charming, it makes the situation feel deceptive and… Read More →
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Perfect Bond 26 theme artist: Oasis
In the wake of Oasis’ wildly successful revival tour, the prospect of the British rock icons headlining the Bond 26 theme feels both timely and inspired. At this point, Oasis has effectively crossed into the realm of modern classic rock,… Read More →
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Don’t forget the double vents!
The brief MI6/CIA interplay hotel scene in Live and Let Die offers an intriguing glimpse into the agencies’ behind-the-scenes rapport, even if the execution feels bizarre. Felix’s mention of the stunned Mrs. Bell being in “intensive care” is odd and… Read More →
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Today is your lucky day, Jim.
There’s something inherently satisfying when a Bond villain or henchman calls James Bond by a diminutive nickname like “Jim.” It’s almost always intended to belittle him, and in this case, in Live and Let Die, the mutton-chopped taxi driver who… Read More →
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Well, hello, Jim! What’s happening, baby?
The cab driver (played by Arnold Williams) from Live And Let Die had a big impact in the movie despite his short amount of screen time and minor presence. Not surprising, since his signature sideburns and obvious confidence made him… Read More →
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Wint and Kidd’s body desert drive – disturbing
If there was any question that Mr. Wint and Mr. Kidd’s were creepy characters. the drive in the desert with Bond’s “body” in Live And Let Die answered it fully. They had no problem transporting what they thought was a… Read More →
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Just being disarming, darling
Ah yes, the last words of Live And Let Die spoken by James Bond…which make absolutely no sense. Yes, I understand he threw Tee Hee out of the moving train while his hook arm remained on the train and this… Read More →