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On Her Majesty's Secret Service
My eldest is going through a James Bond kick, obsessing on the new Bond flicks. Thought I should show him a couple of my favorites. This one has the most character development and the most interesting story of all the Bond films. Lazenby is no Sean Connery, but he handles himself well and is self-deprecating. The directing has an almost Bava-esque pop-art appeal and Diana Rigg is the ultimate Bond girl; smart, sexy, tough, and she even gets to drive the car in a getaway! And did I mention Telly Savalas as Blowfeld?
A bit longer than I remembered. The pacing is off, but still... fine entertainment.
7/10
up next... the silliest Bond - Moonraker
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"Little, vicious minds abound with anger and revenge, and are incapable of feeling the pleasure of forgiving their enemies."
Earl of Chesterfield
"A man that studieth revenge keeps his own wounds green, which otherwise would heal and do well."
Francis Bacon
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