Posts Tagged ‘James Bond 007’

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06-07-2013

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Weekend Roundtable: Movie & TV Product Placement

Weekend Roundtable: Movie & TV Product Placement

Product placement in movies and TV is certainly not a new development, but it seems to be getting more overt and annoying in recent years. As far as I can tell, this week’s theatrical release of ‘The Internship’ is essentially a 119-minute commercial for Google that we’re expected to pay upwards of $15 a ticket for the privilege of sitting through. For today’s Roundtable, we look at other examples of blatant and obnoxious product placement.
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04-18-2013

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Bond in Books: ‘Moonraker’

Bond in Books: ‘Moonraker’

Ian Fleming’s 1955 novel ‘Moonraker’ shares precisely three things in common with its 1979 film adaptation: 1) the lead character James Bond 007, 2) the name of the villain, and 3) the title. Those are the only similarities between the two works.
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04-03-2013

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Bond in Books: ‘Live and Let Die’

Bond in Books: ‘Live and Let Die’

I recently decided to revisit the original Ian Fleming novels that introduced world to the legendary international secret agent known as James Bond. Unfortunately, while Fleming’s first 007 book, ‘Casino Royale’, still holds up as a pretty exciting spy adventure, the second, ‘Live and Let Die’, is much harder to get through.
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03-15-2013

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Weekend Roundtable: Who Should Direct the Next James Bond Movie?

Weekend Roundtable: Who Should Direct the Next James Bond Movie?

After the blazing success of ‘Skyfall’, Sam Mendes has turned down the offer to direct the next James Bond movie, claiming that he wants to devote himself to theater for a while. All things considered, that’s probably a wise career move on his part. How do you top a billion-dollar blockbuster? Almost anything is destined to be seen as a disappointment. Better to go out on top. Nevertheless, James Bond will return, and somebody will have to direct the next movie. In this week’s Roundtable, we offer some suggestions.
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03-13-2013

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Bond in Books: ‘Casino Royale’

Bond in Books: ‘Casino Royale’

One of the consequences of my home theater construction setback is that I’ve fallen hopelessly behind in reviewing the remaining titles in last year’s ‘Bond 50‘ Blu-ray box set. Since I’m completely unable to watch Blu-ray discs at the moment, I thought that I might fill the time by revisiting the original James Bond novels by author Ian Fleming that started the 007 phenomenon. Because there’s no better place to start than at the beginning, I’ve already dug right into the first Bond book, ‘Casino Royale’, which was first published in 1953.
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03-06-2013

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‘Skyfall’ Contest Results

‘Skyfall’ Contest Results

Last week, we offered you the chance to win the James Bond blockbuster ‘Skyfall’ on Blu-ray. After pouring through the entries, we’ve finally picked a winner. Read on to find out which of our lucky readers will receive a free copy of the disc!
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02-25-2013

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Post-Oscar Contest – Win ‘Skyfall’ on Blu-ray!

Post-Oscar Contest – Win ‘Skyfall’ on Blu-ray!

Good morning, readers! Did you stay up too late watching the Oscars last night? Yeah, me too. Would a good contest perk you up a little? That’s great, because we’re giving away one of the biggest Blu-ray releases of the year. Read on after the page break for your chance to win the James Bond extravaganza ‘Skyfall’ on Blu-ray!
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02-21-2013

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James Bond in 3D – Why?

James Bond in 3D – Why?

Okay, I’m making a rule. Studios, you can no longer take old vintage films and give them 3D makeovers. We don’t want the 3D, and we certainly don’t want to pay overpriced ticket prices to see a movie we already own on Blu-ray again. I doubt that anyone will listen to me, but if we all say something, maybe this madness will stop. Why do I bring this up now? Well, it seems that James Bond – specifically the old Bond films – may be re-released in theaters and Blu-ray in 3D. I’m not happy about this.
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02-20-2013

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‘Skyfall’ Bulletgate: One Wound or Two?

‘Skyfall’ Bulletgate: One Wound or Two?

“There’s only one bullet wound!” screamed ‘Skyfall’ detractors. This alleged continuity mistake seemed to be the catalyst for countless criticisms thrown at the movie. So, how many times was James Bond really shot, once or twice? (Some plot spoilers to follow.)
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02-12-2013

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Blu-ray Highlights for February 12th, 2013 – Nobody Does It Better

Blu-ray Highlights for February 12th, 2013 – Nobody Does It Better

This week belongs to Bond, James Bond, as the franchise’s latest, biggest and (arguably) best entry to date comes to Blu-ray. If that doesn’t do it for you, some other new titles will also compete for your attention and your dollars.
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