Industry Buzz Aug 31, 2008
"I'm always attracted to the way James Bond and Jason Bourne films take place in all these exotic locales, and in this story, too, we have this very rich international canvas.". There's one more marketing perk that enticed Borman to roll the dice. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Movie Cornucopia Aug 31, 2008
Daniel Craig will be far more welcome as James Bond than he was last time, when fans of the franchise thought he was too blond and too short to play their hero. Having proved naysayers wrong, Craig is back as 007. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Fall film preview (23) Aug 31, 2008
7) Questionable title notwithstanding, this is shaping up to be a suitable follow-up to "Casino Royale." With that film, the entire James Bond world got turned on its head a shake-up that resulted in the best Bond movie ever ... An angry, vengeful, rogue James Bond is a daunting a prospect, so I'm fully prepared for some butt-kicking of previously unattainable levels ... Daniel Craig returns as James Bond in "Quantum of Solace." (Courtesy photo). (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Fincher's 'Benjamin Button,' 'Flash of Genius' Aug 30, 2008
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Lazenby denies assaulting first wife Aug 30, 2008
Master, who had separated from the former James Bond actor in 1994, alleged that he had beaten, threatened and tormented her and their daughter Melanie Lazenby. The publishing heiress further revealed that Lazenby punched her in the face when she was five months pregnant, and broke her nose when their son was dying from cancer. (Oneindia)
Sing along with Streep Aug 30, 2008
They could also sing along with froggy-voiced leading man Pierce Brosnan and, really, a theatre full of popcorn-stoked ABBA-wannabes couldn't sound any worse than the former James Bond. The B.C. theatres screening the singalong Mamma Mia. (The Province)
Lost treasures Aug 29, 2008
"I tried to pack it with the stuff that audiences want in that particular genre . . . what would happen if Bruce Lee went up against James Bond and James Bond was the bad guy. Now, Bruce died - I wrote the story with him in mind - and we had 'Asia's Steve McQueen' take his place. "I wrote it to a formula: one action scene, one dialogue scene, one action scene, one dialogue scene - and that resonated well with the rest of the world. "So, Ozploitation was an attempt to channel into that... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
For those too young to remember the Cold War... Aug 29, 2008
While rarely casting Russia itself as the main enemy in a storyline, and indeed often featuring a sympathetic KGB general, the James Bond franchise was unmistakably driven by Cold War themes of espionage and fear of weapons technology ... When that came out it was almost a James Bond film and it had a new Hollywood enemy, which was an Arab - this was the new thing. (BBC News -- UK)
Neil Sean: Britney Spears to Sing for Royal Family? Aug 29, 2008
Breaking news from the world of James Bond actor Daniel Craig. He tells me that Princes William and Harry will be attending the world premiere of his next Bond movie, which sadly has been put back a week in the U.S.. (Fox News)
Sony CEO sets three clear goals at IFA Berlin Aug 29, 2008
"Today I am delighted to announce a global marketing campaign from Sony featuring Daniel Craig as James Bond 007. "Developed as an artistic extension of the upcoming film, Quantum of Solace, which will be released in theatres worldwide by Sony Pictures this fall, the campaign will highlight Sony s high definition product capabilities while capturing the energy and intensity of the 22nd James Bond adventure. "This is the first time we have integrated our film and electronics marketing efforts at... (Current.com.au)
Diageo cuts forecast as drinkers stay at home Aug 29, 2008
Diageo, which through Smirnoff has an endorsement deal with the forthcoming James Bond film Quantum of Solace, has no plans to reduce its famously large marketing budget in the event of a downturn. Mr Walsh said: I don't wish to be immodest but we're pretty good at it. (Times Online)
Not Quite Hollywood Aug 28, 2008
One shows George Lazenby, the former James Bond, desperately trying to shake off a burning sports jacket. Witnesses recall he then tried to punch the director. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Man convicted of converting guns Aug 28, 2008
Using the name Grant Wilson, Wilkinson bought 90 blank-firing replica guns in July 2004, which he told the registered dealer in Northolt, Middlesex, were props for a James Bond film. Please turn on JavaScript. (BBC News -- UK)
A watch for 007 when he's a bit lost Aug 28, 2008
While the chunky Suunto X10 might not go well with a tuxedo, James Bond would still love it. The watch hides a Global Positioning System unit, stopwatch, compass, barometer and altimeter into a package not much bigger than 007's favorite Omega. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Grant Wilkinson guilty of running one of Aug 28, 2008
Officers visited Sabre Defence, in Northolt, West London, where Wilkinson had bought the replica weapons for 55,200 in cash, claiming that they were for use in a new James Bond film. A member of staff was suspicious of the buyer who gave his name as Gary Wilson when he placed his order in 2004 and took a mobile phone picture of him. (Times Online)
Clooney, Pitt, Craig burst into theaters Aug 28, 2008
James Bond returns, while Jolie and Mortensen hunt for Oscar ... James Bond (Daniel Craig) is on a quest for vengeance in the latest 007 thriller. (MSNBC -- News)
Times staffers pick top fall films you should see Aug 28, 2008
" What? You didn't see that one either? Not too surprising, since there weren't any British gangsters involved. In "RocknRolla," Ritchie returns to England's underworld, and stays away from deserted islands in the Mediterranean.2: 'The Day the Earth Stood Still'Why it's gonna be good: This is a remake of the 1951 science fiction classic of the same name. And you know what I always thought most films from the 1950s were missing? Keanu Reeves.1: 'Quantum of Solace'Why it's gonna be good: I once... (Carroll County Times, MD)
Viggo, Nic and Shia are all about fall action Aug 28, 2008
Scott told , It's not James Bond with lots of people running around. It's much more undercover and casual. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Village delivers a blockbuster Aug 28, 2008
Village Roadshow annual profit rises. Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
From James Bond to Thomas the Tank Engine Aug 27, 2008
Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan will lend his voice to the big screen adventures of another British icon - Thomas the Tank Engine. A new feature-length special, Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery, will be released in Australian cinemas in early November. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Shilpa plans to marry Raj Kundra Aug 27, 2008
Shilpa, who will be seen in a two-minute sequence in the 22nd James Bond movie Quantum Of Science , said she will wrap up the Hollywood assignment and other projects she has on hand before getting married. She will be seen portraying an Indian woman in the Hollywood film starring Daniel Craig and Mathieu Amalric directed by Marc Forster. (India Times, India)
His Bond With Home Aug 27, 2008
He's recognized around the world as the face of James Bond. But in Britain, Sean Connery is also well known as a proud Scot, and on Monday he returned to his hometown to launch his autobiography. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Hollywood legends tell all this fall in slew of memoirs Aug 27, 2008
Moore, 81, stepped into the iconic James Bond role when George Lazenby refused a seven-picture contract. He remembers being pushed to the limit by the loud heavy-metal music Grace Jones played in her next-door dressing room when they filmed A View to a Kill in 1985. (USA Today -- Life)
Bond Girl Caterina Murino Dazzles at OMEGA Pavilion Aug 27, 2008
BEIJING, Aug. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- James Bond has worn OMEGA Seamaster watches in every movie since 1995's GoldenEye ... Rollenhagen talked about OMEGA's involvement with the James Bond film franchise dating back to 1995 ... "GoldenEye was released that year and it was at just the time that our market in China was really starting to develop." He pointed out that Casino Royale was the first James Bond film to receive official permission to be shown in China. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jacques Tati's Trafic Aug 27, 2008
The movie's centerpiece is Hulot's "camping car," a station wagon decked with gadgetry that a French, semiretired James Bond might enjoya steak-frites-appropriate pan in the grille, a louche-seeming shower out the back. The vehicle is destined for a show in Amsterdam. (Slate)
Farhan: Ready To Rock! Aug 27, 2008
"As I may want to be james bond, who knows, but no... I have no such fantasies, that I would like to play this kind of a character, but again it's an open slate you know, it's a clean slate, it's completely out there for people to come and offer me whatever they feel I deserve, and for me then to pick what best come my way, and i'll take it from there.". The multitalented Farhaan Akhtar's latest wish to play the ulitmate agent--007, then again knowing Farhan, it may not be wishful thinking. (Times Now.tv)
Fall Films: Bond, Bush & High School Aug 26, 2008
James Bond charges through the underground cisterns of Sienna in pursuit of an Mi6 traitor ... That leaves a little more room to roam at the box office for the likes of James Bond, a vampire heartthrob, the "High School Musical" kids and all those talking cartoon critters studios are about to unleash. (CBS News)
007's custody battle heats up Aug 26, 2008
Queanbeyan-born Lazenby, who played debonair martini-sipping spy James Bond in the 1967 film On Her Majesty's Secret Service, at one point during the day held court with reporters. "She's dead frightened of me," Lazenby, sitting in a corridor, said, with Shriver sitting about 10m away. (The Australian)
A.M.Stir: A quantum of what? Aug 26, 2008
Sony PicturesDaniel Craig as James Bond in "Quantum of Solace" ... The new James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace, is one of the biggest movies on the fall schedule. (Florida Times-Union)
The Screening Room's top 10 movie stunts Aug 26, 2008
James Bond turns bungee jumping into an art form in "GoldenEye". We want to hear from you: what is your favorite movie stunt. (CNN -- Showbiz)
"Watchmen" caught in Hollywood crossfire Aug 25, 2008
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Sony Pictures Entertainment, for instance, swapped lawsuits a decade ago over Sony's plan to make a series of James Bond films to rival MGM's. MGM won, more or less, after Sony settled and dropped its films. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Hollywood Still Smoking After All These Years Aug 25, 2008
Despite being one the most heroic characters in the history of film, James Bond certainly loves his vices. Endless women, martinis shaken, not stirred and cigarettes have all been a part of Bonds daily routine, along with saving the world. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
RAISE THE TITANIC! Aug 24, 2008
2006's "Casino Royale" was the best James Bond yet. And this 22nd installment in the franchise promises to continue with the gritty, realistic tone the last one established. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Activision Secures Talent from Upcoming Film for Quantum of Solace Game Aug 24, 2008
Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Mathieu Amalric and Olga Kurylenko lend their talents to the upcoming James Bond title. August 20, 2008 - Activision, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) has cast the film leads from the highly anticipated James Bond film in the video game ... Developed under license from EON Productions Ltd, Sony Pictures Entertainment and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, the game features the likeness and voices of Daniel Craig as James Bond, Academy Award winning actor Judi Dench in her role as M,... (IGN PC Games)
Movie star Carell is a big screen action man Aug 23, 2008
Starring the late Don Adams, the original series was a deliberate riposte to all things James Bond, with its tongue-in-cheek send-up of the gadget-obsessed secret agent genre at the height of the Cold War era. It s unlikely that today s target teenage audience for the big-budget remake will have even heard of the TV show. (WalesOnline)
George Lazenby accuses Pam Shriver of relying on drugs Aug 23, 2008
Former James Bond actor George Lazenby has accused his estranged wife Pam Shriver of taking a "nightly cocktail" of prescription painkillers and driving their children while in a drug-induced "state". By Lucy Cockcroft Last Updated: 11:20AM BST 20 Aug 2008. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Buon Giorno! - Loyola Women's Basketball Italian Countryside Tour - Day Two Aug 23, 2008
Another villa was used in the filming of Clooney's Ocean's 12, and the lake was the back drop for scenes in a 2006 James Bond movie, Casino Royale. Lake Como is shaped in an upside down `Y,' and the boat then docked at a small town, Bellagio, where all three branches connect. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Bond 'brought musicians together' Aug 23, 2008
White Stripes frontman Jack White says James Bond was the key to finally getting him to work with Alicia Keys ... White, who also performs with The Raconteurs, said: "Alicia put some electric energy into her breath that cemented itself into the magnetic tape. Very inspiring to watch. He said the the collaboration "gave me a new voice, and I wasn't myself any more". The new film will be Daniel Craig's second appearance as James Bond He added: "I drummed for her voice and she mimicked the guitar... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The return of Jacob Two-Two Aug 23, 2008
Though the new Jacob Two-Two book follows a trend of beloved characters revived by other authors (think James Bond, Anne of Green Gables), many Richler purists are sure to look skeptically upon a full-length book penned by another writer. You can imagine all of us were very nervous about this, Lowinger said. (Globe and Mail)
Being Bond had its heartaches, pains, Moore writes Aug 23, 2008
"So, Spielberg went off and made 'Indiana Jones,' who I reckon to be a period James Bond!". This article appeared on page E - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Will the US Develop a Death Ray? Aug 23, 2008
Still, skeptics roll their eyes and say that the report's authors are like a bunch of junior high school boys who have seen all the James Bond movies and believe that if a weapon can be built, it must be built ... Now, that sounds like the premise for a James Bond movie. (Time.com)
Bond Coming Later Aug 22, 2008
The strategic move places the highly-anticipated James Bond adventure one week closer to the prime movie-going holiday window and takes advantage of ... Daniel Craig reprises his role as Ian Fleming's James Bond 007 in Quantum of Solace, the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures/Columbia Pictures release of EON Productions' 22nd adventure in the longest-running film franchise in motion picture history. (IGN FilmForce)
Roger Moore: Being Bond could be scary Aug 22, 2008
"So, Spielberg went off and made `Indiana Jones' who I reckon to be a period James Bond!". Madison Daily Leader 2008. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Steve AschburnerINSIDE BASEBALL Aug 22, 2008
(Modern pentathlon gets the boot as well from London 2012, but that's less of a loss; whenever we crave a five-tool hero -- running, swimming and horseback riding, proficient in both gunplay and swordplay -- Hollywood always seems to provide one, from James Bond to Jack Bauer. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
The name's Bond... Aug 22, 2008
Daniel Craig is the current James Bond, 007 ... Article By: Max Wooldridge Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:15 In China its the Year of the Rat and the Olympics but in Britain, quiet commemorations of another kind are going on in honour of one of Britain's finest exports, the fictional spy James Bond, a.k.a 007 ... Their special James Bond cuff is a double cuff that angles back and reveals two buttons underneath. (iAfrica.com)
A happy ending at Cineworld as the public feels the pinch Aug 22, 2008
Releases include the James Bond film Quantum of Solace, High School Musical 3, Madagascar 2 and a remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still. The resilience of the film market during the credit crunch can be seen in sales of DVDs. (Times Online)
GC 2008: Activision's Leipzig Lineup Revealed Aug 22, 2008
August 20, 2008 - Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today kicked off the German Games Convention 2008 by revealing the blockbuster talent line up for the latest James Bond; title - Quantum of Solace; announcing the Wii-exclusive Mii Freestyle mode for Guitar Hero World Tour, plus a host of European-specific tracks to be featured on-disc in all versions of the game; as well as debuting a new single player level for Call of Duty: World at War. Joining Daniel Craig's James Bond in the... (IGN PC Games)
'Harry Potter' Games Producer On Life After The Movies: 'There's More Stories That We Can Tell' Aug 22, 2008
"Certainly, we've done it with 'Lord of the Rings.' We've extended beyond the movies there. We did it with James Bond for a while. I don't know what we'll do with 'Harry Potter.' It'd be fun to, I think. There's more stories that we can tell.". As Bunney points out, this isn't without precedent. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Bond Book Pass Aug 21, 2008
UK, August 20, 2008 - Despite selling millions of copies, Sebastian Faulks' James Bond novel 'Devil May Care', which was released earlier this year to commemorate Bond creator Ian Fleming's 100th birthday, will not be making the transition to the big screen in the foreseeable future. Eon Productions, who have produced all the Bond films (barring rogue effort Never Say Never Again), passed on buying the film rights to the book, according to Variety. (IGN FilmForce)
Top 10 Kick-Ass Sequels Aug 21, 2008
Also, Casino Royale is a reboot and not a direct sequel to any prior James Bond film so that's why that isn't on here, either ... The third James Bond film, 1964's Goldfinger perfected the Bond movie formula: more action, more beautiful women, lots of gadgets and nicely mixed in humor. (IGN FilmForce)
New Bond book set in Sixties 'too much of a period piece to be filmed' Aug 21, 2008
Fans of the recent James Bond book, Devil May Care, thought it would soon be on the big screen, presumably arriving to the sound of gunshots and a powerful soul number. It emerged yesterday, however, that the novel was considered too old-fashioned to film. (Independent)
Aussie 007 wants psych test for wife Aug 21, 2008
AUSTRALIA'S James Bond, George Lazenby, has cranked up his bitter child custody battle with estranged wife, former tennis champion Pam Shriver. Queanbeyan-born Lazenby, who played 007 in On Her Majesty's Secret Service in 1969, has asked the US judge handling the case to order psychological tests on himself and Shriver to determine if they are fit to be parents. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Roger Moore describes being Bond in book Aug 21, 2008
Roger Moore tells all about being James Bond in a new book to be released in November ... "So, Spielberg went off and made 'Indiana Jones' who I reckon to be a period James Bond!". (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Seacrest has new Comcast deal Aug 21, 2008
He's quickly becoming like one of the villains in the James Bond movies, you know, the bad guy who'll stop at nothing until the world and everything in it is his. What makes Seacrest so dangerous, however, is that he does his world television domination thing with charm, a smile and good hair. (The Palm Beach Post)
Critic's Corner Wednesday Aug 20, 2008
All is not lost if you're a James Bond fan. AMC has GoldenEye (8 ET/PT), the 1995 film that introduced Pierce Brosnan as 007. (USA Today -- Life)
Voluntourism attracts stars to Kenyan slum Aug 20, 2008
Former James Bond star Roger Moore has been helping children for a decade ... But the true veteran and legend of this group is James Bond himself. (CNN -- World)
Phelps 'enjoying the ride' as he departs Olympics Aug 20, 2008
The Associated Press Published: August 20, 2008. Michael Phelps jetted off from his Olympics of a lifetime on Wednesday night, zooming into a future that includes newfound celebrity status, oodles of money and a possible redo four years from now at the London Games. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Enid Blyton voted Britain's favourite author Aug 19, 2008
With the top three of the poll dominated by children's authors, Jane Austen came fourth and Shakespeare was fifth, while authors such as Philip Pullman and James Bond creator Ian Fleming failed to make the top 50. The poll of 2,000 adults was commissioned to mark the 2008 Costa Book Awards. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Birthday girl Madonna spends the night partying with Guy Aug 18, 2008
Behind the scenes on the new James Bond flick. SPECIAL. (hellomagazine.com)
Last night on television: The X Factor (ITV1) Aug 18, 2008
Daniel Craig's James Bond is the Man with the Golden Ka. Plan your next move with our complete guide to gap years. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Kings of Leon at Brixton Academy Aug 18, 2008
Sign up to our classic game for just 3. Navigation - link to other main sections from here. (Times Online)
Hellboy II: The Golden Army Aug 17, 2008
Gallery (12 pictures): May 9 2008: Jon Ronson recreates a great James Bond adventure on the centenary of Ian Fleming's birth. Aug 24 2007. (guardian.co.uk)
Advertisers to pump 50m into 007's Quantum of Solace Aug 17, 2008
JAMES BOND s next outing, in Quantum of Solace, will be backed by a 50m advertising campaign from the companies whose products will appear in the movie. The Bond franchise has long been a favourite with brands, but 007 - now Daniel Craig, pictured above with co-star Olga Kurylenko - has become more choosy about who he does business with. (Times Online)
MGM Hopes To ‘Impact’ VOD Space Aug 17, 2008
Within the first year, Impact will premiere such successful action films as movies from the James Bond series, Rocky, Magnificent Seven, RoboCop and Roadhouse. Impact will also kick off its programming with MGM library films starring Chuck Norris, Sylvester Stallone and Charles Bronson. (Multichannel News)
Companies look to boost sales by using Hollywood movies Aug 17, 2008
Highly unlikely that Daniel Craig will mutter this line in the next James Bond flick ... For instance, you wont find a suave and touchy James Bond touching a bourbon bottle with a bargepole ... And James Bond is stylishly slick and techno-savvy and a perfect role model for accomplished adult professionals. (Economic Times)
