Have you ever noticed how early Bond girls sound weirdly similar? They share this sexy, sultry, slightly exotic accent that is rather difficult to place. Search YouTube for some clips of Honey Rider and Sylvia Trench and you’ll see what I’m talking about. The reason they sound so alike is because most literally have the same voice: that of German actress Nikki van der Zyl. The moment where Bond silently mourns Quarrel’s death is genuinely affecting. Later he goads Dr. No by saying, in reference to SPECTRE’s ‘revenge’ department: “My first job would be to find the man who killed Strangways. And Quarrel.” The Jamaican fisherman is placed as equal to the British civil servant. A subtle insight into Bond himself. Switch on any random Bond film and you will most likely see a variation of this scene. Every single Bond – Connery, Lazenby, Moore, Dalton, Brosnan, Craig – does the dance. And yet this is the first. In five minutes the film establishes a template that will be repeated perpetually deep into the 21st century. And you can see why.

The streaming giant only welcomed the 007 collection on April 15 this year, but is now saying farewell to the nation's favourite spy. FUN FOR BOND FANS OF ALL AGES - the whole family will love this high-stakes game featuring 64 characters, gadgets and locations from all the James Bond movies Now the countdown to the film is over, the countdown to the festive season is on. If you need inspiration, the 2021 James Bond Gift Edit has all you need for everyone on your list. A few years ago I received the James Bond Scene It game for Christmas, great for a lifelong Bond fan like myself, not so good for the rest of my family who have a ‘take it or leave it’ attitude to the films! Nobody wants to play a game when they know who will win before the box is open – sadly it remains virtually un-played with in the loft! Fun for all ages, the whole family will love this high-stakes game featuring 64 characters, gadgets and locations from all the James Bond movies. Bond Bingo is perfect for dedicated Bond fans, lovers of cinema and families who enjoy spending quality time together.

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What of the titular antagonist? Dr. No’s limited screen time (the least of any Bond baddie) actually works in his favor. Even today the character retains a sense of mystery, and for a villain this is no bad thing. Compare this with Blofeld, whose threat became diluted over repeat exposure and is now a figure of parody (“One hundred billiondollars! Mwha ha ha!). The name is Bond. Bond Bingo. Grab Q’s gadgets, rev up the Aston Martin DB5 and get ready for the high-stakes James Bond Bingo Game. Featuring 64 characters and curiosities from the world’s most famous movie franchise - including six 007s, his most iconic nemeses, and his most innovative cars and devices – this is the ultimate gift for Bond fans. Snatch victory from the jaws of Jaws and win bigger than Le Chiffre! Be the first to fill your bingo card and shout SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED! to win. In the novel, Honey is distinguished by a broken nose. Obviously in the film this wouldn’t do: physical deformities are strictly villain-only. Indeed, no cinematic Bond girl has ever been anything other than physical perfection. This I think is a shame. A scarred heroine, or perhaps one paying homage to Honey’s broken nose, would be genuinely revolutionary. I’d love to see a Bond film bold enough to subvert the stereotype but I’m not holding my breath. Pointless trivia alert: in an early script draftDr. Nowas in fact a monkey. Yes, that kind of monkey. A definite Sliding Doorsmoment for the series. Play bingo with 64 Bond icons: featuring six 007s; memorable villains and supporting actors; Q, M and Moneypenny; and (of course) a dazzling array of famous cars and gadgets

We really enjoyed it and looking forward to playing with friends this Christmas where I'm sure it will turn into a Bond bingo drinking game! fans can still get their Bond fix for the next two weeks on Prime. After that, the films are available to rent on YouTube for a small fee. But we haven’t really wanted to make a Bond film without Bond. It would be like making Hamlet without Hamlet.”

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While we wait patiently for the next Bond film, and continue the hunt for the next 007, franchise producer Barbara Broccoli has commented on whether or not we will see a spin-off. I’d love to reveal that Honey Rider was nearly an ostrich but tragically I can find no evidence of this. She is a wonderfully exotic creation and, like Dr. No, appears later than you’d expect. Personally, I feel Honey’s celebrity leans heavily on that entrance and the sight of Ursula Andress in a bikini. Give me Pussy Galore or Domino any day. But then neither caused the cultural splash of Honey so I’m probably in the minority here.