Movies are rife with them today. Whether it's the Marvel Cinematic Universe, or the Monsterverse, the idea of having your stories connect in some way to make a grander storyline is all the rage. So how about a Bond Universe?
Bond in his Prime
Category: James Bond
The “Bond Girl” Formula
In 1967, Roald Dahl, author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda and The Witches and now screenwriter for YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE was interviewed in Playboy magazine and made a comment about the use of "Bond girls". As quoted in SOME KIND OF HERO, the excellent book on the Bond films by Matthew Field … Continue reading The “Bond Girl” Formula
New Bond Order
While we wait for No Time To Die, I wondered if you could select a handful of Bond movies to create a self contained story - which would you choose?
Classic Bond Audiobooks
The classic Ian Fleming Bond novels were recorded as excellent audiobooks by Audible a few years ago. Here's a brief discussion of them, with some appreciation for the great artwork!
What about the Next James Bond?
After No Time To Die, we'll need a new Bond, but also a new story. Here's one suggestion.
James Bond movie posters – The Moore Years
A look at some of the most recognisable movie posters from the James Bond films starring Roger Moore.
James Bond Movie Posters – The Connery and Lazenby Years
A look at some of the most recognisable movie posters from the James Bond films starring Sean Connery and George Lazenby.
Casino Royale – poster analysis
This poster for Casino Royale is very striking - and was one of the posters used during the initial publicity for the film in 2006. In any simple poster analysis, we would ask students to discuss the background, use of imagery or colour, the use and position of graphics or fonts (as well as the … Continue reading Casino Royale – poster analysis
The Bond Playlist 1 – Connery and Lazenby
For sheer entertainment purposes only, I have put together a selection of screengrabs, sound clips, themes and other tracks from the soundtracks to Dr No, From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice and On Her Majesty's Secret Service. I make no claim for copyright which remains with the original artists or representatives. … Continue reading The Bond Playlist 1 – Connery and Lazenby
Bond Themes You Didn’t Hear
Music is a huge part of the James Bond movies. The soundtrack, and the title track specifically, have become just as much a part of the Bond movie experience as explosions, guns, glamorous women and evil villains. Many others have written on the themes but as part of the build up to No Time To … Continue reading Bond Themes You Didn’t Hear
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