Article by Mark Longden
I love regional genre cinema – those movies that existed in the early days of VHS and video rental stores,
when seemingly anything could turn a small profit. There are many of them – 1977’s “The Demon
Lover”, 1987’s “Night Screams”, and the early movies of Donald Farmer, among many many more. It was
with great delight when I read the We Are Movie Geeks article on the St Louis Video Society and their
upcoming showing of a local movie so obscure it doesn’t even have an IMDb page, the amazing “Justice
Ninja Style”.
This gem was filmed in DeSoto, a little drive out of St Louis in what would politely be referred to as rural
Missouri, and is the brainchild of one Ron White, an apparent 10th dan black belt in karate. He’s written a
few books, including one with the excellent title “So You...
I love regional genre cinema – those movies that existed in the early days of VHS and video rental stores,
when seemingly anything could turn a small profit. There are many of them – 1977’s “The Demon
Lover”, 1987’s “Night Screams”, and the early movies of Donald Farmer, among many many more. It was
with great delight when I read the We Are Movie Geeks article on the St Louis Video Society and their
upcoming showing of a local movie so obscure it doesn’t even have an IMDb page, the amazing “Justice
Ninja Style”.
This gem was filmed in DeSoto, a little drive out of St Louis in what would politely be referred to as rural
Missouri, and is the brainchild of one Ron White, an apparent 10th dan black belt in karate. He’s written a
few books, including one with the excellent title “So You...
- 9/18/2017
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
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We complete our series looking back at the James Bond movies, with a detailed look at Spectre, starring Daniel Craig...
This article contains big spoilers for Spectre and Star Trek Into Darkness.
Daniel Craig’s fourth or Roger Moore’s eighth? The former of course but you get the point. The almost-realistic stylings of early Craig have given way to the full blown pantomime excess of mid-Moore (or late Connery, in fairness). Desert lairs, endless car chases, free-wheelin’ helicopters and indestructible airplanes are all very much back in vogue. The result is a largely enjoyable, extremely silly film which attempts to tie previous Craig outings together at the expense of consistency and logic. There isn’t a plot: more a succession of scenes stitched together. And it still can’t manage a decent finale! Fun but ultimately frivolous. Now who does that remind me of?
The Villain: It’s Blofeld!
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We complete our series looking back at the James Bond movies, with a detailed look at Spectre, starring Daniel Craig...
This article contains big spoilers for Spectre and Star Trek Into Darkness.
Daniel Craig’s fourth or Roger Moore’s eighth? The former of course but you get the point. The almost-realistic stylings of early Craig have given way to the full blown pantomime excess of mid-Moore (or late Connery, in fairness). Desert lairs, endless car chases, free-wheelin’ helicopters and indestructible airplanes are all very much back in vogue. The result is a largely enjoyable, extremely silly film which attempts to tie previous Craig outings together at the expense of consistency and logic. There isn’t a plot: more a succession of scenes stitched together. And it still can’t manage a decent finale! Fun but ultimately frivolous. Now who does that remind me of?
The Villain: It’s Blofeld!
- 1/24/2016
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
Calling all 007, James Bond Fans in the St. Louis area – come celebrate Spectre with a special Bond Night At Basso.
Stop by for your chance to win free promotional items from the film and passes to the advance screening. One lucky Grand Prize winner will also receive a complimentary one night stay in the James Bond Suite at The Cheshire. Themed Bond drinks specials will be featured.
Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best James Bond Inspired Tuxedo Attire.
When: Friday, October 30th – 8:00Pm-11:00Pm
Where: Basso at The Cheshire – 7036 Clayton Ave, St. Louis, Mo 63117
http://www.basso-stl.com/news/75-james-bond-007-spectre-release-party-at-basso
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Stop by for your chance to win free promotional items from the film and passes to the advance screening. One lucky Grand Prize winner will also receive a complimentary one night stay in the James Bond Suite at The Cheshire. Themed Bond drinks specials will be featured.
Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best James Bond Inspired Tuxedo Attire.
When: Friday, October 30th – 8:00Pm-11:00Pm
Where: Basso at The Cheshire – 7036 Clayton Ave, St. Louis, Mo 63117
http://www.basso-stl.com/news/75-james-bond-007-spectre-release-party-at-basso
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
- 10/28/2015
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
You can now watch over five minutes of footage from director Sam Mendes' upcoming James Bond film Spectre. MGM has officially released nine short clips from the film that give fans a glimpse of what's in store for this next chapter of Bond's story. One of my favorite clips shows part of a fight sequence in which Daniel Craig's Bond gets his ass kicked by Dave Bautista.
The movie has been getting solid positive reviews, and so far it currently holds an 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It's looking like Bond fans are going to like what this next film has to offer. I know that I'm excited!
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and...
The movie has been getting solid positive reviews, and so far it currently holds an 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It's looking like Bond fans are going to like what this next film has to offer. I know that I'm excited!
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and...
- 10/26/2015
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
James Bond is back in Spectre and Wamg has your passes to one of most highly anticipated films of 2015!
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre. As the daughter of an assassin, she understands Bond...
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre. As the daughter of an assassin, she understands Bond...
- 10/25/2015
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre. Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre. As the daughter of an assassin, she understands Bond in a way most others cannot. As Bond ventures towards the heart of Spectre, he learns of a...
- 10/25/2015
- ComicBookMovie.com
Blame it on the blockbuster competition this year or a simple case of yet another Sam Mendes-directed, Daniel Craig-led film, but Spectre doesn’t seem to be arriving with the same fervor as Skyfall did a few years back. Nonetheless, we imagine it’ll be a cut above the other tentpole offerings this fall and to help add some anticipation, we have a trio of videos.
First up, Jonathan Ross went through the history of Bond in a 45-minute TV special for ITV that’s now made it’s way online. Featuring interviews with much of the Spectre cast, it’s a strong primer to get one reacquainted with the franchise with less than two weeks to go until release. Then there’s the first clip, which actually doesn’t feature our main character, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Sam Smith‘s theme song.
First up, Jonathan Ross went through the history of Bond in a 45-minute TV special for ITV that’s now made it’s way online. Featuring interviews with much of the Spectre cast, it’s a strong primer to get one reacquainted with the franchise with less than two weeks to go until release. Then there’s the first clip, which actually doesn’t feature our main character, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Sam Smith‘s theme song.
- 10/20/2015
- by Leonard Pearce
- The Film Stage
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Is Quantum Of Solace, starring Daniel Craig, really one of the worst James Bond films? Here's our take...
Ah, we're at this one. Not the worst Bond film ever but certainly my least favourite. All the classic tropes – silly names, implausible schemes, megalomaniacal villains, lots of shagging – are completely absent. More damagingly so is a plot – or indeed any sense of coherence. At 106 minutes the film should be tight but instead feels hideously underdeveloped. Style is desperately flaunted in the hope the lack of substance might be overlooked. And, in fairness, leaving the cinema I felt disappointed but not incensed by what I’d watched. But subsequent viewings really expose the many, many shortcomings. Proof that sometimes less is simply less.
The Villain: Dominic Greene. Weak. Oh so weak. The name is weak, the plan is weak, the lines are weak (literally not one zinger) and physically he is,...
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Is Quantum Of Solace, starring Daniel Craig, really one of the worst James Bond films? Here's our take...
Ah, we're at this one. Not the worst Bond film ever but certainly my least favourite. All the classic tropes – silly names, implausible schemes, megalomaniacal villains, lots of shagging – are completely absent. More damagingly so is a plot – or indeed any sense of coherence. At 106 minutes the film should be tight but instead feels hideously underdeveloped. Style is desperately flaunted in the hope the lack of substance might be overlooked. And, in fairness, leaving the cinema I felt disappointed but not incensed by what I’d watched. But subsequent viewings really expose the many, many shortcomings. Proof that sometimes less is simply less.
The Villain: Dominic Greene. Weak. Oh so weak. The name is weak, the plan is weak, the lines are weak (literally not one zinger) and physically he is,...
- 10/18/2015
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
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Daniel Craig took over as James Bond 007 in Casino Royale. It was very nearly the best Bond movie of the lot...
This one? Very nearly the best Bond of the lot. Building the entire film around one card game is a masterstroke: the simplicity of the premise allows room for the Bond legend to grow. Umpteen moments of inspiration clamour for attention; Bond inventing the Vesper Martini is a personal favourite. Meanwhile, makers of blue swimming trunks must bow down before the DVD every morning - the collective 'phwoar' as Daniel Craig emerges from the sea echoed around cinemas across the world. Someone doesn’t skip the gym.
The Girl: Okay, I’ll say it - Vesper’s the best Bond girl of all. Honey Rider is a bikini, Pussy Galore a silly name; Tracy and Anya are pretty great but Vesper takes the crown. She’s...
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Daniel Craig took over as James Bond 007 in Casino Royale. It was very nearly the best Bond movie of the lot...
This one? Very nearly the best Bond of the lot. Building the entire film around one card game is a masterstroke: the simplicity of the premise allows room for the Bond legend to grow. Umpteen moments of inspiration clamour for attention; Bond inventing the Vesper Martini is a personal favourite. Meanwhile, makers of blue swimming trunks must bow down before the DVD every morning - the collective 'phwoar' as Daniel Craig emerges from the sea echoed around cinemas across the world. Someone doesn’t skip the gym.
The Girl: Okay, I’ll say it - Vesper’s the best Bond girl of all. Honey Rider is a bikini, Pussy Galore a silly name; Tracy and Anya are pretty great but Vesper takes the crown. She’s...
- 10/11/2015
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
The Bond franchise has obviously taken a turn with the last few efforts, but one of the most fascinating twists seems to be in the marketing for the films. Spectre has released a final trailer, and we finally get a real feel for “Bond-ness.” The film seems much more interested in making sure that everyone knows the song is out, than getting people into theaters. Maybe it’s just me, but it doesn’t seem that the one absolutely follows from the other.
It’s an especially curious mix of marketing, because those who follow film aren’t anything like flooded with ads and clips for the film, as though there is only so much sell that will do anything. I can relate to giving up at a certain point, because I think you can pick where the line of diminishing returns is in a case like this. Once you...
It’s an especially curious mix of marketing, because those who follow film aren’t anything like flooded with ads and clips for the film, as though there is only so much sell that will do anything. I can relate to giving up at a certain point, because I think you can pick where the line of diminishing returns is in a case like this. Once you...
- 10/8/2015
- by Marc Eastman
- AreYouScreening.com
Here’s a first look at the new James Bond/Spectre theme song, “Writing’s On The Wall,” from Sam Smith.
The 24th James Bond adventure will be released in the UK on October 26 and in the Us on November 6.
Multi-platinum selling artist Sam Smith has co-written the title song, “Writing’s On The Wall,” with fellow Grammy Award winner Jimmy Napes. It is the first James Bond theme song recorded by a British male solo artist since 1965.
The 23 previous James Bond theme songs make up some of the most memorable movie music of all time. The previous Bond theme song, “Skyfall,” was performed by Adele, and was honored with the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song, the Brit Award for British Single of the Year, and the Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond...
The 24th James Bond adventure will be released in the UK on October 26 and in the Us on November 6.
Multi-platinum selling artist Sam Smith has co-written the title song, “Writing’s On The Wall,” with fellow Grammy Award winner Jimmy Napes. It is the first James Bond theme song recorded by a British male solo artist since 1965.
The 23 previous James Bond theme songs make up some of the most memorable movie music of all time. The previous Bond theme song, “Skyfall,” was performed by Adele, and was honored with the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song, the Brit Award for British Single of the Year, and the Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond...
- 10/5/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
In the final trailer, 007 infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organization known as Spectre.
Sam Mendes returns to direct Spectre, with Daniel Craig reprising his role as 007 for the fourth time.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold...
Sam Mendes returns to direct Spectre, with Daniel Craig reprising his role as 007 for the fourth time.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold...
- 10/2/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
James Bond returns to the big screen next month, but this morning, eager fans can get their best look yet at the new adventure thanks to this one last movie trailer...It's exactly what you need to get your weekend off right! Come inside to check it out.
Spectre is just One month away, and everything we've seen so far paints it as a worthy follow-up to the amazing Skyfall. If you feel the wait has been long and hard...I'm not sure this new action-packed trailer is going to help that. It may just make the wait More difficult:
A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organisation. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott...
Spectre is just One month away, and everything we've seen so far paints it as a worthy follow-up to the amazing Skyfall. If you feel the wait has been long and hard...I'm not sure this new action-packed trailer is going to help that. It may just make the wait More difficult:
A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organisation. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott...
- 10/2/2015
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Jordan Maison)
- Cinelinx
“It’s all a matter of perspective.”
The final trailer for the latest installment in the James Bond franchise, Spectre, was dropped on Friday and it looks like this film may have the chops to keep up with the previous entry, Skyfall. Sam Mendes returns as the director with Daniel Craig back as Bond. It also stars Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris, Andrew Scott, Dave Bautista, Lea Seydoux, Monica Bellucci, and Christoph Waltz.
The official synopsis is as follows:
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre.
The final trailer for the latest installment in the James Bond franchise, Spectre, was dropped on Friday and it looks like this film may have the chops to keep up with the previous entry, Skyfall. Sam Mendes returns as the director with Daniel Craig back as Bond. It also stars Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris, Andrew Scott, Dave Bautista, Lea Seydoux, Monica Bellucci, and Christoph Waltz.
The official synopsis is as follows:
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre.
- 10/2/2015
- by Zach Dennis
- SoundOnSight
While there seems to be endless talk about who will be the next James Bond, we’re still quite a ways off from a decision. However, we’ll likely see Daniel Craig return for at least one more following this year’s Spectre. “It’s getting harder. But such is life. I’ll keep going as long as I’m physically able,” he tells Daily Mail. “I’m contracted for one more – but I’m not going to make predictions.” He adds with a laugh that “it’s getting easier because I’m doing less [stunt work]. I’ve got so many good doubles.”
That’s certainly apparent in the final trailer for the film, which is brief, but shows off a bit more of the action. With Craig returning alongside Rory Kinnear as Tanner, Ben Whishaw as Q, Naomie Harris as Moneypenny, and Ralph Fiennes as M, they welcome newcomers Andrew Scott...
That’s certainly apparent in the final trailer for the film, which is brief, but shows off a bit more of the action. With Craig returning alongside Rory Kinnear as Tanner, Ben Whishaw as Q, Naomie Harris as Moneypenny, and Ralph Fiennes as M, they welcome newcomers Andrew Scott...
- 10/2/2015
- by Leonard Pearce
- The Film Stage
Don't expect Lea Seydoux to be playing a typical Bond girl in Spectre.
That's according to the actress, who has revealed further details of her character Madeleine Swann.
Everything you need to know about Spectre
"My character is a rebel. She doesn't need Bond or wait for him to save her," Seydoux told the Mail on Sunday.
"[Madeleine] is Bond's equal. It's not what you expect from a Bond film. It's a much more intense, complex and deep relationship."
Seydoux plays the daughter of Bond's former adversary Mr White from Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace.
She also described the ending of Spectre as "ambiguous", and teased that "anything is possible" in reference to reports that it could be Daniel Craig's last 007 outing.
One of Spectre's other Bond girls, Monica Bellucci, recently revealed she was thrilled to be "the oldest Bond girl" ever.
The latest Bond adventure sees 007 come...
That's according to the actress, who has revealed further details of her character Madeleine Swann.
Everything you need to know about Spectre
"My character is a rebel. She doesn't need Bond or wait for him to save her," Seydoux told the Mail on Sunday.
"[Madeleine] is Bond's equal. It's not what you expect from a Bond film. It's a much more intense, complex and deep relationship."
Seydoux plays the daughter of Bond's former adversary Mr White from Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace.
She also described the ending of Spectre as "ambiguous", and teased that "anything is possible" in reference to reports that it could be Daniel Craig's last 007 outing.
One of Spectre's other Bond girls, Monica Bellucci, recently revealed she was thrilled to be "the oldest Bond girl" ever.
The latest Bond adventure sees 007 come...
- 9/28/2015
- Digital Spy
The latest vlog on the making of Spectre is all about the action sequences. Hear what director Sam Mendes, Second Unit Director Alexander Witt, First Assistant Director Michael Lerman and Special Effects Supervisor Chris Corbould have to say about the upcoming 007 film.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond (Daniel Craig) on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his...
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond (Daniel Craig) on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his...
- 9/24/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Daniel Craig will make his 007 comeback later this year with the release of Spectre, a continuation of the story started in Sam Mendes's Skyfall. Craig has re-energised the Bond franchise since his debut in 2006's Casino Royale, and all signs point towards Spectre being another worthy addition to the series.
Here's a rundown of everything you need to know about Spectre ahead of its cinema debut on October 26, 2015.
Sam Smith is performing the theme song, 'Writing's on the Wall'
Sorry, Ellie Goulding and Radiohead, the music star lending their voice to Spectre is none other than Grammy and Brit Awards winner Sam Smith.
Smith's track will be called 'Writing's on the Wall' and is available to buy and stream from September 25. As a bit of tasty trivia, Bond fans, he's the first British male solo artist to record a Bond theme since Tom Jones's 'Thunderball' in 1965.
"I...
Here's a rundown of everything you need to know about Spectre ahead of its cinema debut on October 26, 2015.
Sam Smith is performing the theme song, 'Writing's on the Wall'
Sorry, Ellie Goulding and Radiohead, the music star lending their voice to Spectre is none other than Grammy and Brit Awards winner Sam Smith.
Smith's track will be called 'Writing's on the Wall' and is available to buy and stream from September 25. As a bit of tasty trivia, Bond fans, he's the first British male solo artist to record a Bond theme since Tom Jones's 'Thunderball' in 1965.
"I...
- 9/18/2015
- Digital Spy
It's getting closer now. There are 46 days until the release of Spectre, and should your attention have wandered, here's 30 seconds of new TV spot to bring your focus back. The story as we know it so far? As per the most recent official synopsis, a cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra, the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh, the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M. Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny and Q to help him seek out Madeleine Swann, the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White, who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre.
- 9/11/2015
- EmpireOnline
Anticipation for the 24th James Bond film is reaching critical levels, and MGM and Sony Pictures just served up some new “Spectre” promotional goodies including several banners and a stunning poster.
Slated to hit theaters on November 6th, the Sam Mendes-directed flick stars Daniel Craig, Andrew Scott, Naomie Harris, Monica Bellucci, Ben Whishaw and Ralph Fiennes.
Per the synopsis, “A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra, the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organization known as Spectre. Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh, the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M. Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny and Q to help him seek out Madeleine Swann,...
Slated to hit theaters on November 6th, the Sam Mendes-directed flick stars Daniel Craig, Andrew Scott, Naomie Harris, Monica Bellucci, Ben Whishaw and Ralph Fiennes.
Per the synopsis, “A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra, the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organization known as Spectre. Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh, the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M. Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny and Q to help him seek out Madeleine Swann,...
- 9/10/2015
- GossipCenter
Albert R. Broccoli’s Eon Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Sony Pictures Entertainment today confirmed that Sam Smith has recorded “Writing’s On The Wall,” the theme song to Spectre, the 24th James Bond adventure.
Spectre will be released in the UK on October 26 and in the Us on November 6. The song, released by Capitol Records, will debut and be available to purchase and stream on September 25.
Multi-platinum selling artist Sam Smith has co-written the title song, “Writing’s On The Wall,” with fellow Grammy Award winner Jimmy Napes. It is the first James Bond theme song recorded by a British male solo artist since 1965.
Smith’s debut album In The Lonely Hour launched at No. 1 in the UK and bowed in at No. 2 in the Us, and has since earned five No.1 UK singles, four Grammy Awards, three Brit Awards, six Mobo Awards, Q and Ama Awards.
Commenting on the announcement,...
Spectre will be released in the UK on October 26 and in the Us on November 6. The song, released by Capitol Records, will debut and be available to purchase and stream on September 25.
Multi-platinum selling artist Sam Smith has co-written the title song, “Writing’s On The Wall,” with fellow Grammy Award winner Jimmy Napes. It is the first James Bond theme song recorded by a British male solo artist since 1965.
Smith’s debut album In The Lonely Hour launched at No. 1 in the UK and bowed in at No. 2 in the Us, and has since earned five No.1 UK singles, four Grammy Awards, three Brit Awards, six Mobo Awards, Q and Ama Awards.
Commenting on the announcement,...
- 9/8/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The following is a press release from Sony and Eon Productions:
London, September 8, 2015 – Albert R. Broccoli’s Eon Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Sony Pictures Entertainment today confirmed that Sam Smith has recorded “Writing’s On The Wall,” the theme song to Spectre, the 24th James Bond adventure. Spectre will be released in the UK on October 26 and in the Us on November 6. The song, released by Capitol Records, will debut and be available to purchase and stream on September 25.
Multi-platinum selling artist Sam Smith has co-written the title song, “Writing’s On The Wall,” with fellow Grammy® Award winner Jimmy Napes. It is the first James Bond theme song recorded by a British male solo artist since 1965. Smith’s debut album In The Lonely Hour launched at No. 1 in the UK and bowed in at No. 2 in the Us, and has since earned five No.1 UK singles, four Grammy® Awards,...
London, September 8, 2015 – Albert R. Broccoli’s Eon Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Sony Pictures Entertainment today confirmed that Sam Smith has recorded “Writing’s On The Wall,” the theme song to Spectre, the 24th James Bond adventure. Spectre will be released in the UK on October 26 and in the Us on November 6. The song, released by Capitol Records, will debut and be available to purchase and stream on September 25.
Multi-platinum selling artist Sam Smith has co-written the title song, “Writing’s On The Wall,” with fellow Grammy® Award winner Jimmy Napes. It is the first James Bond theme song recorded by a British male solo artist since 1965. Smith’s debut album In The Lonely Hour launched at No. 1 in the UK and bowed in at No. 2 in the Us, and has since earned five No.1 UK singles, four Grammy® Awards,...
- 9/8/2015
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
It’s always fun to see who is going to be tapped for the title song for a Bond movie, and the songs have become as much a part of movie history as the films. For Spectre, Sam Smith will do the honors with the song “Writing’s On The Wall.”
The choice, and song, are outliers in a couple of ways. Smith will be the first solo male to perform the theme song since the franchise’s infancy when, in 1965, Tom Jones’ Thunderball was the theme (a popular song that I’ve never loved), and the title isn’t the title of the film. Neither points are unique, obviously, but going back to ’65 is quite a stretch, and the vast majority of title songs are the same as the title of the film.
What doesn’t break with tradition, almost making Smith an obvious choice, is the choices for...
The choice, and song, are outliers in a couple of ways. Smith will be the first solo male to perform the theme song since the franchise’s infancy when, in 1965, Tom Jones’ Thunderball was the theme (a popular song that I’ve never loved), and the title isn’t the title of the film. Neither points are unique, obviously, but going back to ’65 is quite a stretch, and the vast majority of title songs are the same as the title of the film.
What doesn’t break with tradition, almost making Smith an obvious choice, is the choices for...
- 9/8/2015
- by Marc Eastman
- AreYouScreening.com
Sam Smith's "Writing's On The Wall" will be available September 25th to purchase, which confirms not only the artist behind the theme to the new James Bond film, but also the title of the song. And, yes, I did indeed report yesterday that the song would be available today. Obviously, it was the full details of the song that my sources heard about, not the song itself. It's exciting news, and not long after I published my piece last night, Sam Smith put out a picture on Instagram that seemed to only stoke the fires: A photo posted by Sam Smith (@samsmithworld) on Sep 7, 2015 at 8:00am Pdt The official release from the studio just arrived in our e-mail inbox, and it refutes several months of Smith's public denials that he was going to have anything to do with the theme song. Here's what they had to say: Albert R. Broccoli’s Eon Productions,...
- 9/8/2015
- by Drew McWeeny
- Hitfix
007 has never looked so good.
Sony Pictures has unveiled a new poster for the new James Bond film, Spectre.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre. As the daughter of an assassin, she understands...
Sony Pictures has unveiled a new poster for the new James Bond film, Spectre.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre. As the daughter of an assassin, she understands...
- 9/4/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
A chilling new poster for Daniel Craig's next James Bond movie Spectre channels Goldfinger and Live and Let Die.
007 has his Walther Ppk at the ready - and he very well might need it judging by that spooky character lurking in the background.
Everything we know about Spectre including spoilers, trailers and the latest rumours
With a skeleton-style facemask and top hat, it's hard not to draw comparisons with Live and Let Die's voodoo-themed baddie Baron Samedi.
We know that Spectre will continue Skyfall's journey into Bond's past - particularly his connection to the elusive Spectre terrorist Franz Oberhauser (Christoph Waltz).
There has been rampant speculation among Bond fans that Franz Oberhauser is a cover or codename for Spectre leader Ernst Stavro Blofeld, in spite of a denial from Waltz.
Easter eggs, homages and talking points: 8 coolest things you didn't spot in the Spectre trailer
"That rumour started on the internet,...
007 has his Walther Ppk at the ready - and he very well might need it judging by that spooky character lurking in the background.
Everything we know about Spectre including spoilers, trailers and the latest rumours
With a skeleton-style facemask and top hat, it's hard not to draw comparisons with Live and Let Die's voodoo-themed baddie Baron Samedi.
We know that Spectre will continue Skyfall's journey into Bond's past - particularly his connection to the elusive Spectre terrorist Franz Oberhauser (Christoph Waltz).
There has been rampant speculation among Bond fans that Franz Oberhauser is a cover or codename for Spectre leader Ernst Stavro Blofeld, in spite of a denial from Waltz.
Easter eggs, homages and talking points: 8 coolest things you didn't spot in the Spectre trailer
"That rumour started on the internet,...
- 9/3/2015
- Digital Spy
As the days get darker and the cold winds of Autumn approach, it’s time to look ahead at the upcoming movies set to hit cinemas this Fall.
The huge slate includes the return of the Jedis, the rebirth of Frankenstein and a new age of Good Dinosaurs. These movies will take audiences to a Galaxy Far, Far Away, on a voyage to Mars and to the summit of the world’s highest mountain, Everest.
Here’s our list of the 2015 Fall movies that we can’t wait to see!
September
The Visit (Sept 11)
Writer/director/producer M. Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense, Signs, Unbreakable) and producer Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity, The Purge and Insidious series) welcome you to Universal Pictures’ The Visit. Shyamalan returns to his roots with the terrifying story of a brother and sister who are sent to their grandparents’ remote Pennsylvania farm for a weeklong trip.
The huge slate includes the return of the Jedis, the rebirth of Frankenstein and a new age of Good Dinosaurs. These movies will take audiences to a Galaxy Far, Far Away, on a voyage to Mars and to the summit of the world’s highest mountain, Everest.
Here’s our list of the 2015 Fall movies that we can’t wait to see!
September
The Visit (Sept 11)
Writer/director/producer M. Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense, Signs, Unbreakable) and producer Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity, The Purge and Insidious series) welcome you to Universal Pictures’ The Visit. Shyamalan returns to his roots with the terrifying story of a brother and sister who are sent to their grandparents’ remote Pennsylvania farm for a weeklong trip.
- 9/3/2015
- by Movie Geeks
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Monica Bellucci and Léa Seydoux reveal more about their characters in this latest featurette for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures/Columbia Pictures/Eon Productions’ action adventure Spectre.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre. As the daughter of an assassin,...
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of Spectre. As the daughter of an assassin,...
- 8/13/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
New Bond girls Léa Seydoux and Monica Bellucci have teased their Spectre roles in the latest behind-the-scenes video from the set of the movie.
Seydoux plays Dr Madeleine Swann, the daughter of Bond's old nemesis Mr White, while Belluci plays Lucia Sciarra, the widow of an infamous criminal.
Everything we know about Spectre including spoilers, trailers and the latest rumours
Seydoux said of her character: "She's a doctor, she's intelligent and very sensitive."
Bellucci added of Lucia: "She's an Italian widow with secrets."
Director Sam Mendes said: "In Spectre, the two women who Bond hooks up with both have great mystery, they both have depths, and for that you need fantastic actresses."
Mendes has confirmed that Spectre will be his last Bond outing, following his success with Skyfall in 2012.
Daniel Craig returns for his fourth outing as James Bond in his 24th official screen adventure. A new trailer was unveiled last month.
Seydoux plays Dr Madeleine Swann, the daughter of Bond's old nemesis Mr White, while Belluci plays Lucia Sciarra, the widow of an infamous criminal.
Everything we know about Spectre including spoilers, trailers and the latest rumours
Seydoux said of her character: "She's a doctor, she's intelligent and very sensitive."
Bellucci added of Lucia: "She's an Italian widow with secrets."
Director Sam Mendes said: "In Spectre, the two women who Bond hooks up with both have great mystery, they both have depths, and for that you need fantastic actresses."
Mendes has confirmed that Spectre will be his last Bond outing, following his success with Skyfall in 2012.
Daniel Craig returns for his fourth outing as James Bond in his 24th official screen adventure. A new trailer was unveiled last month.
- 8/13/2015
- Digital Spy
Exotic locations, luxurious cars, slick gadgets, evil villains and 007 are featured in this brand new trailer for Sam Mendes’ Spectre.
Cue the James Bond theme and keep an eye out for awesome helicopter stunt.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond (Daniel Craig) on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal.
Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may...
Cue the James Bond theme and keep an eye out for awesome helicopter stunt.
A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond (Daniel Craig) on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal.
Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as Spectre.
Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may...
- 7/22/2015
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
With filming wrapped and the movie only a few months away, Sony has released an all new full length trailer for the next James Bond film, Spectre...and things are hitting a little closer to home for the super spy. Come inside to check it out.
I want you to watch this trailer, and Try to not get excited for this movie. Seriously, I dare you. Where the first trailer was more about setting up the tone and story, this new one steps up the action in the only way a James Bond movie can, while still delivering on the story beats:
See what I mean? This is just an all around great trailer and teases some interesting things. Bond doesn't seem to be following orders this time around, and rather than being on an official mission, he's doing this one all for himself. He's set up a secret base,...
I want you to watch this trailer, and Try to not get excited for this movie. Seriously, I dare you. Where the first trailer was more about setting up the tone and story, this new one steps up the action in the only way a James Bond movie can, while still delivering on the story beats:
See what I mean? This is just an all around great trailer and teases some interesting things. Bond doesn't seem to be following orders this time around, and rather than being on an official mission, he's doing this one all for himself. He's set up a secret base,...
- 7/22/2015
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Jordan Maison)
- Cinelinx
Spectre trailer embraces Bond movies past: Who's lurking in the shadows?
Daniel Craig will make his 007 comeback later this year with the release of Spectre, a continuation of the story started in Sam Mendes's Skyfall. Craig has re-energised the Bond franchise since his debut in 2006's Casino Royale, and all signs point towards Spectre being another worthy addition to the series.
Digital Spy runs down everything you need to know about Spectre ahead of its cinema debut on October 23.
The new trailer is pretty spectacular
A helicopter doing a midair cork-screw, a tip of the hat to the On Her Majesty's Secret Service theme... and was that Blofeld? The latest trailer for Spectre is something of a corker and promises to be an homage-packed action-fest aiming to top Skyfall. Consider us excited.
A threat from James Bond's past will return
It's all in the title. Crime syndicate Spectre (Special Executive for Counter-Intelligence,...
Daniel Craig will make his 007 comeback later this year with the release of Spectre, a continuation of the story started in Sam Mendes's Skyfall. Craig has re-energised the Bond franchise since his debut in 2006's Casino Royale, and all signs point towards Spectre being another worthy addition to the series.
Digital Spy runs down everything you need to know about Spectre ahead of its cinema debut on October 23.
The new trailer is pretty spectacular
A helicopter doing a midair cork-screw, a tip of the hat to the On Her Majesty's Secret Service theme... and was that Blofeld? The latest trailer for Spectre is something of a corker and promises to be an homage-packed action-fest aiming to top Skyfall. Consider us excited.
A threat from James Bond's past will return
It's all in the title. Crime syndicate Spectre (Special Executive for Counter-Intelligence,...
- 7/22/2015
- Digital Spy
Daniel Craig is back at James Bond 007 in Spectre. And the new trailer gives some clues as to what to expect. Here's our detailed look...
Blimey, it's hard to beat a good James Bond trailer these days. Mirroring the memorable marketing campaign for Skyfall, the new trailer for Sam Mendes' second Bond movie gives us far more to chew on than March's teaser. Our analysis of that one is here.
It also gives us an idea of how the film will go back to the basics of the series while simultaneously tying up loose ends from the previous three films starring Daniel Craig, by bringing back the titular criminal organisation from the original run. If you haven't watched the trailer yet, take a look at the embedded video below and then read on for some potentially spoilery analysis of what's going on...
Looks good, right? Planes, trains, automobiles and...
Blimey, it's hard to beat a good James Bond trailer these days. Mirroring the memorable marketing campaign for Skyfall, the new trailer for Sam Mendes' second Bond movie gives us far more to chew on than March's teaser. Our analysis of that one is here.
It also gives us an idea of how the film will go back to the basics of the series while simultaneously tying up loose ends from the previous three films starring Daniel Craig, by bringing back the titular criminal organisation from the original run. If you haven't watched the trailer yet, take a look at the embedded video below and then read on for some potentially spoilery analysis of what's going on...
Looks good, right? Planes, trains, automobiles and...
- 7/22/2015
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
We've seen a teaser, a TV spot, some featurettes and some stills, but what we've really been waiting for is a full trailer for the 24th official James Bond adventure Spectre. And the wait is over: that trailer is now upon us, in all its Austrian, Mexican and Rome-ish glory. Check it out below.So what have we got? Ralph Fiennes' M tells Bond he has "no authority" and berates him over a "holiday" during the Day Of The Dead celebrations in Mexico City. That would be a holiday including a fight on a helicopter and an exploded hotel room.Then we've got Naomie Harris's Moneypenny saying, "They say you're finished. I think you're just getting started," and Ben Whishaw's Q unveiling a new Aston Martin (the DB10, specially designed for this film) with "a few tricks up her sleeve" - which we later learn include jets of fire at the back.
- 7/22/2015
- EmpireOnline
We're used to the Superbowl being a launching pad for exciting new trailers, but on this occasion it's the NBA finals that scored a surprise exclusive. Halfway through the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors, we got this busy new teaser trailer for James Bond's next adventure Spectre. It's shorter than the last one, but there's more in it. brightcove.createExperiences();As you'll just have seen, we start with footage we've experienced before, with Moneypenny uncovering a mystery, Oberhauser heading a meeting, and Mr White sounding like he's saying something other than "kite". But then it all kicks off, and we get, in short order, a fight in the snow; a rush through some streets; an Aston Martin alleyway jump (and a Q nitro-injection, by the look of it); a plane flying away from an explosion; a Hinx neck-break; helicopters; Monica Bellucci; and that famous line.
- 6/10/2015
- EmpireOnline
The first teaser trailer for James Bond 24 has been released, but what did it tell us about the upcoming movie, Spectre?
After letting the sky fall when it crum-balled to the tune of a billion dollars at the global box office, Spectre may be the most anticipated James Bond movie since the last one. Daniel Craig's fourth feature as 007 won't arrive in UK cinemas until October, but the response to the teaser trailer released over the weekend has been very positive.
Four is hardly a magic number for Bond actors. Sean Connery's fourth outing was the less-than-stellar Thunderball, Roger Moore's was the all-too-interstellar Moonraker and Pierce Brosnan closed out his four-movie tenure with the infamously poor Die Another Day.
That makes Craig the fourth actor to rack up four turns as Bond, and if you're superstitious about this sort of thing, maybe that's why this looks to be the combo breaker.
After letting the sky fall when it crum-balled to the tune of a billion dollars at the global box office, Spectre may be the most anticipated James Bond movie since the last one. Daniel Craig's fourth feature as 007 won't arrive in UK cinemas until October, but the response to the teaser trailer released over the weekend has been very positive.
Four is hardly a magic number for Bond actors. Sean Connery's fourth outing was the less-than-stellar Thunderball, Roger Moore's was the all-too-interstellar Moonraker and Pierce Brosnan closed out his four-movie tenure with the infamously poor Die Another Day.
That makes Craig the fourth actor to rack up four turns as Bond, and if you're superstitious about this sort of thing, maybe that's why this looks to be the combo breaker.
- 3/28/2015
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
It took 44 years and 20 big screen outings before the Bond films even began to acknowledge its protagonist's origins, but if anything's going to define Daniel Craig's tenure as 007 it's the echoes from the character's past.
In the years between Roger Moore's departure and Timothy Dalton's arrival with The Living Daylights, screenwriters Richard Maibaum and Michael G Wilson explored the idea of taking Bond back to his roots with the Royal Navy and his induction into MI6.
Producer Cubby Broccoli, the man who masterminded Bond's cinematic success, dismissed this notion, arguing that audiences loved Ian Fleming's hero because he was bullet proof and fully formed.
How times change.
Since Daniel Craig's dramatic entrance in Casino Royale, Bond has been a vulnerable tortured soul, carrying this through in Quantum of Solace and Skyfall. The latter turned back the clock as 007 returned to his family home in Scotland, giving...
In the years between Roger Moore's departure and Timothy Dalton's arrival with The Living Daylights, screenwriters Richard Maibaum and Michael G Wilson explored the idea of taking Bond back to his roots with the Royal Navy and his induction into MI6.
Producer Cubby Broccoli, the man who masterminded Bond's cinematic success, dismissed this notion, arguing that audiences loved Ian Fleming's hero because he was bullet proof and fully formed.
How times change.
Since Daniel Craig's dramatic entrance in Casino Royale, Bond has been a vulnerable tortured soul, carrying this through in Quantum of Solace and Skyfall. The latter turned back the clock as 007 returned to his family home in Scotland, giving...
- 3/28/2015
- Digital Spy
A new set picture reveals that James Bond is back shooting again, and that the Spectre team might need a good, warm coat.
The race really is on to get the next James Bond movie, Spectre, shot and ready in time for its late October UK premiere.
Daniel Craig is reprising the role of 007 in the movie, and alongside director Sam Mendes (returning following Skyfall), he's currently engaged in a lengthy shoot where there's little room for delay. In the case of Skyfall, things were also quite tight, but that mainly shot in the UK. Spectre seems to be doing a bit more globe trotting.
Anyway, shooting on Spectre took a short break over the Christmas period, having slotted in a couple of weeks of work in December. But it's back up and running now, and the latest shot for the film suggests that everybody on the film's location will be needing their winter woollies.
The race really is on to get the next James Bond movie, Spectre, shot and ready in time for its late October UK premiere.
Daniel Craig is reprising the role of 007 in the movie, and alongside director Sam Mendes (returning following Skyfall), he's currently engaged in a lengthy shoot where there's little room for delay. In the case of Skyfall, things were also quite tight, but that mainly shot in the UK. Spectre seems to be doing a bit more globe trotting.
Anyway, shooting on Spectre took a short break over the Christmas period, having slotted in a couple of weeks of work in December. But it's back up and running now, and the latest shot for the film suggests that everybody on the film's location will be needing their winter woollies.
- 1/6/2015
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
Belvedere Vodka has announced a collaboration with new James Bond movie Spectre.
The company will release two limited edition bottles in celebration of the company's partnership with the upcoming film.
Belvedere's Silver Sabre bottles will also feature a new 007 twist as part of the campaign, which will be launched in February 2015.
Professor James Chapman, author of the cultural history of James Bond Licence to Thrill, said: "Bond's drinking habits have always been a central aspect of the James Bond lifestyle.
"Fleming's Bond famously invented the 'Vesper' martini in Casino Royale, and the vodka martini was there for special occasions such as his dinner at M's club Blades (Moonraker) and his sumptuous dinner with American millionaire Mr Du Pont (Goldfinger). And of course, a world-class super villain such as Dr No would not dream of serving anything else.
Spectre: First look pictures as Bond movie films in Central London
Judi Dench...
The company will release two limited edition bottles in celebration of the company's partnership with the upcoming film.
Belvedere's Silver Sabre bottles will also feature a new 007 twist as part of the campaign, which will be launched in February 2015.
Professor James Chapman, author of the cultural history of James Bond Licence to Thrill, said: "Bond's drinking habits have always been a central aspect of the James Bond lifestyle.
"Fleming's Bond famously invented the 'Vesper' martini in Casino Royale, and the vodka martini was there for special occasions such as his dinner at M's club Blades (Moonraker) and his sumptuous dinner with American millionaire Mr Du Pont (Goldfinger). And of course, a world-class super villain such as Dr No would not dream of serving anything else.
Spectre: First look pictures as Bond movie films in Central London
Judi Dench...
- 12/16/2014
- Digital Spy
Jesper Christensen has dropped a hint that he could be returning for new James Bond movie Spectre.
Euroman (via Empire) is reporting that Christensen's Mr White will appear in the movie.
"I am looking forward to working with Sam Mendes and Daniel Craig," Christensen is quoted as saying. "It is a truly exciting script and a very capable team. So it'll be fun."
Mr White was last seen in Quantum of Solace escaping an interrogation in the tunnels underneath Siena as Bond (Craig) and M (Judi Dench) tried to find out more about the shadowy organisation Quantum.
Bond producers last year acquired the full Bond movie rights - granting them licence to use Spectre and characters such as iconic villain Ernst Stavro Blofeld in future movies - after a lengthy legal battle.
Earlier this week, it was announced that Christoph Waltz will play a character named Oberhauser, thought to be the film's villain.
Euroman (via Empire) is reporting that Christensen's Mr White will appear in the movie.
"I am looking forward to working with Sam Mendes and Daniel Craig," Christensen is quoted as saying. "It is a truly exciting script and a very capable team. So it'll be fun."
Mr White was last seen in Quantum of Solace escaping an interrogation in the tunnels underneath Siena as Bond (Craig) and M (Judi Dench) tried to find out more about the shadowy organisation Quantum.
Bond producers last year acquired the full Bond movie rights - granting them licence to use Spectre and characters such as iconic villain Ernst Stavro Blofeld in future movies - after a lengthy legal battle.
Earlier this week, it was announced that Christoph Waltz will play a character named Oberhauser, thought to be the film's villain.
- 12/6/2014
- Digital Spy
Those of you who were quick to lament that the return of Spectre might mean the continuing abandonment of Quantum can now take heart. He was missing from Thursday's official unveiling of the 24th Bond movie, but Jesper Christensen has confirmed that he will be returning to the role of Mr. White in the new film.Mr White was the liaison for the mysterious criminal organisation Quantum in both Casino Royale and Quantum Of Solace. Last we saw of him, he was having his enjoyment of Tosca interrupted.After that, the rest was silence, and there was nary a mention of Quantum or White in Skyfall. But, says Christensen now, "I am looking forward to working with Sam Mendes and Daniel Craig. It is a truly exciting script and a very capable team. So it'll be fun..." Let the speculation of how Quantum and Spectre are connected begin.Like Goldfinger,...
- 12/5/2014
- EmpireOnline
Mr White, from Casino Royale and Quantum Of Solace, is set to make a return in Spectre...
One name missing from the roll call at yesterday's unveiling of the new James Bond film, Spectre, was that of Jesper Christensen. You may recall that he played Mr White in both Casino Royale and Quantum Of Solace. And you may, understandably, have assumed that with Spectre now on the scene, that the Quantum organisation from those two films was done with.
That said, the Bond producers reportedly originally wanted Quantum to be Spectre in both Casino Royale and Quantum Of Solace, and it was only rights issues that prevented that from happening. Now such rankles have been sorted out, it'll be interesting to see how Quantum is dealt with (will it be a corporate merger of sorts, or will it just be assumed they're the same organisation?). For it seems as though Mr White is returning.
One name missing from the roll call at yesterday's unveiling of the new James Bond film, Spectre, was that of Jesper Christensen. You may recall that he played Mr White in both Casino Royale and Quantum Of Solace. And you may, understandably, have assumed that with Spectre now on the scene, that the Quantum organisation from those two films was done with.
That said, the Bond producers reportedly originally wanted Quantum to be Spectre in both Casino Royale and Quantum Of Solace, and it was only rights issues that prevented that from happening. Now such rankles have been sorted out, it'll be interesting to see how Quantum is dealt with (will it be a corporate merger of sorts, or will it just be assumed they're the same organisation?). For it seems as though Mr White is returning.
- 12/5/2014
- by simonbrew
- Den of Geek
Throughout Breaking Bad’s run, show-creator Vince Gilligan and his team of writers slipped in an innumerable amount of ‘Easter Eggs’ foreshadowing future events in the popular television series.
From inside jokes, hidden messages and knowing nods to popular culture, the AMC crime-drama was choc full of secreted gems, some of which are only now being noticed by fans, over a month after its finale.
Considering how fast-paced Breaking Bad was at times, (particularly during the climax to series 5), it is fairly easy to have missed these so-called Easter Eggs from first viewing.
Fortunately, this is the 21st century, and there are a litany of fan forums dotted about the internet just brimming with hidden secrets and ominous messages.
And here, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best Hidden Easter Eggs & References You Probably Missed.
Please note that spoilers follow…
10. Reservoir Dogs Reference
After finding out it was Walt who poisoned Brock,...
From inside jokes, hidden messages and knowing nods to popular culture, the AMC crime-drama was choc full of secreted gems, some of which are only now being noticed by fans, over a month after its finale.
Considering how fast-paced Breaking Bad was at times, (particularly during the climax to series 5), it is fairly easy to have missed these so-called Easter Eggs from first viewing.
Fortunately, this is the 21st century, and there are a litany of fan forums dotted about the internet just brimming with hidden secrets and ominous messages.
And here, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best Hidden Easter Eggs & References You Probably Missed.
Please note that spoilers follow…
10. Reservoir Dogs Reference
After finding out it was Walt who poisoned Brock,...
- 11/6/2013
- by Joseph Dempsey
- Obsessed with Film
Review Michael Noble 29 Oct 2013 - 16:04
Boardwalk Empire delivers yet another great episode, showcasing the character's performative aspects...
This review contains spoilers.
4.8 The Old Ship of Zion
‘The Jazz Age’, they called it. The term came to mean rather more than music, but, like so much of culture, songs were at the heart of things. It was the era of Duke Ellington, Fats Waller and Louis Armstrong; the decade of George and Ira Gershwin, Scott Joplin, ragtime, the Charleston and of course, the blues. It was the age of Bessie Smith and Chalky’s beloved Ma Rainey, whose Farewell Daddy Blues will yet resonate through our fictional world.
In that world it’s also the age of Daughter Maitland, whose exquisite, sensual performances have become standard features of this current run of episodes. Part of Boardwalk Empire’s success as a period piece has been achieved through an evocation of...
Boardwalk Empire delivers yet another great episode, showcasing the character's performative aspects...
This review contains spoilers.
4.8 The Old Ship of Zion
‘The Jazz Age’, they called it. The term came to mean rather more than music, but, like so much of culture, songs were at the heart of things. It was the era of Duke Ellington, Fats Waller and Louis Armstrong; the decade of George and Ira Gershwin, Scott Joplin, ragtime, the Charleston and of course, the blues. It was the age of Bessie Smith and Chalky’s beloved Ma Rainey, whose Farewell Daddy Blues will yet resonate through our fictional world.
In that world it’s also the age of Daughter Maitland, whose exquisite, sensual performances have become standard features of this current run of episodes. Part of Boardwalk Empire’s success as a period piece has been achieved through an evocation of...
- 10/29/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
It’s been a little over 24 hours since I saw the Breaking Bad finale, “Felina,” and I’ve thought about very little else since. My original plan was to write a review of the episode for the site, but after some thought it felt more appropriate to instead pen a more freeform blog in which I pour out a bunch of my feelings about the episode, and invite you readers to join me in some further discussion in the comments section.
Let me begin by stating that if there’s one word that I feel best sums up the finale, it’s ‘satisfying’. Vince Gilligan signed off by wrapping up almost everything we could have hoped he would, and then tied a big old ribbon around it. So Walter found a way to get what remains of his fortune to Flynn. He has an emotional reconciliation with Skyler, and finally...
Let me begin by stating that if there’s one word that I feel best sums up the finale, it’s ‘satisfying’. Vince Gilligan signed off by wrapping up almost everything we could have hoped he would, and then tied a big old ribbon around it. So Walter found a way to get what remains of his fortune to Flynn. He has an emotional reconciliation with Skyler, and finally...
- 10/1/2013
- by Joe Cunningham
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Movie characters can surprise us with their resilience and through the course of a film push the boundaries of what it is actually possible to live through.
We’ve all seen action films and we know directors revel in throwing everything, up to and including the kitchen sink, at our protagonist so that their victory in the end is all the greater. In some cases it can also make their unexpected failure much more difficult to take after we’ve been rooting for them through hell and high water.
Getting shot in the head is pretty much a guaranteed way to die and would be more than enough to finish most of us off, but – as is often the case – some movie characters just don’t know what to call it quits.
This is a list of people who have survived this ordeal on the big screen. Not all of...
We’ve all seen action films and we know directors revel in throwing everything, up to and including the kitchen sink, at our protagonist so that their victory in the end is all the greater. In some cases it can also make their unexpected failure much more difficult to take after we’ve been rooting for them through hell and high water.
Getting shot in the head is pretty much a guaranteed way to die and would be more than enough to finish most of us off, but – as is often the case – some movie characters just don’t know what to call it quits.
This is a list of people who have survived this ordeal on the big screen. Not all of...
- 6/22/2013
- by Sam Forrester
- Obsessed with Film
The films of Quentin Tarantino offer many potential choices when you’re compiling a collection with the title you see above.
The obvious choices spring gleefully to mind: the countless bodies falling at the sword of The Bride in the slaughter of The Crazy 88, the final stand off between Mr White, Nice Guy Eddie and Joe Cabot, dance time at Jack Rabbit Slims, the final curtain call at Le Gramaar and so on.
Each new film brings a number of show stopping scenes to Tarantino’s stockpile and with Django Unchained out on DVD and Blu-ray today there are many great moments to be enjoyed as Christoph Waltz and Jamie Foxx seek revenge in Tarantino’s self-dubbed ‘Southern’, one of which we have included below.
Without further ado here are the six scenes from Mr. Tarantino which we enjoyed the most.
Reservoir Dogs
The making of Mr. Orange.
We become...
The obvious choices spring gleefully to mind: the countless bodies falling at the sword of The Bride in the slaughter of The Crazy 88, the final stand off between Mr White, Nice Guy Eddie and Joe Cabot, dance time at Jack Rabbit Slims, the final curtain call at Le Gramaar and so on.
Each new film brings a number of show stopping scenes to Tarantino’s stockpile and with Django Unchained out on DVD and Blu-ray today there are many great moments to be enjoyed as Christoph Waltz and Jamie Foxx seek revenge in Tarantino’s self-dubbed ‘Southern’, one of which we have included below.
Without further ado here are the six scenes from Mr. Tarantino which we enjoyed the most.
Reservoir Dogs
The making of Mr. Orange.
We become...
- 5/20/2013
- by Jon Lyus
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
In honour of the controversy-slaying success of Quentin Tarantino’s newest hit Django Unchained reaching our cinemas, a recent Tarantino movie night with myself and my friends posed a long running fan theory that I have debated with practically anyone who will listen. With his latest success booming, I thought it good to return to where it all started and take a peek at Tarantino’s earliest mainstream films, Reservoir Dogs and Pup Fiction, and see if the latter truly could prove to be a sequel all along.
So let’s flashback momentarily to the hectic climax of Dogs. Mr White aka Lawrence Dimmick and Mr Orange are clutching each other as they continue to spill more blood on the floor than Wes Craven could get on the ceiling, and Mr Pink has made a quick dash outside with the diamonds as the police nail down the warehouse. Mob boss...
So let’s flashback momentarily to the hectic climax of Dogs. Mr White aka Lawrence Dimmick and Mr Orange are clutching each other as they continue to spill more blood on the floor than Wes Craven could get on the ceiling, and Mr Pink has made a quick dash outside with the diamonds as the police nail down the warehouse. Mob boss...
- 1/17/2013
- by Jordan Wicks
- Obsessed with Film
Armond White is always good for a few headlines - and many believe that's the whole point of his shtick. I don't know if he is just looking for attention, or if he actually is delusional enough to believe the things he writes, but it's always good for a giggle one way or the other. White has posted his "better than list", which isn't too Ott for the most part (I even agree with him on one or two) but there are a couple of glaring exceptions. It seems Mr White is a big fan of Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor's mess of a sequel to Ghost Rider, even going so far as to draw comparisons with Katherine Bigelow's gripping (though admittedly slightly overrated) Zero Dark Thirty.. Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, Taken 2 > Zero Dark Thirty Neveldine-Taylor and Olivier Megaton revealed the post-9/11 zeitgeist in genre tropes,...
- 1/11/2013
- ComicBookMovie.com
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This episode was the best of the season so far, by far.
Nucky and Rothstein may have started the episode with fiery words, something rarely elicited from either of them, but their disagreement was little more than a quibble among a solid partnership, only obvious once the “newspaper boy” managed to murder four of Gyp Rosetti’s men while the man himself was near choked to orgasm. For a moment I actually thought Bobby Cannavale’s arc was over and that Gyp truly was about to meet his maker. The cinematography in this scene was superb, slightly reminiscent of Oldboy’s famous corridor scene as Gyp strode through a pile of corpses, totally naked and covered in blood with a look on his face that could curdle milk.
Margaret continues her quest towards philanthropy as she embraces her role as a teacher to women avoiding coined...
This episode was the best of the season so far, by far.
Nucky and Rothstein may have started the episode with fiery words, something rarely elicited from either of them, but their disagreement was little more than a quibble among a solid partnership, only obvious once the “newspaper boy” managed to murder four of Gyp Rosetti’s men while the man himself was near choked to orgasm. For a moment I actually thought Bobby Cannavale’s arc was over and that Gyp truly was about to meet his maker. The cinematography in this scene was superb, slightly reminiscent of Oldboy’s famous corridor scene as Gyp strode through a pile of corpses, totally naked and covered in blood with a look on his face that could curdle milk.
Margaret continues her quest towards philanthropy as she embraces her role as a teacher to women avoiding coined...
- 10/18/2012
- by Chris Morgan
- Obsessed with Film
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