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Since I bought the UE DVDs last month, I have been revisiting the Bond films in order. As I make my way towards the latest Bond film CR, I am going to attempt to rank them, something I have found extremely difficult to do in the past.
I have already watched DN, FRWL, and GF. However, because one must select at least five films to save their favorite films list, you won’t be able to see any results until after I’ve finished YOLT.
I am looking forward to ranking the films for all to see, however, there is no guarantee that I will succeed. Feel free to monitor my progress via my AJB profile. The first five films should be ordered sometime within the next few days.
"My acting range? Left eyebrow raised, right eyebrow raised..."
As I make my way towards the latest Bond film CR, I am going to attempt to rank them
{[] That is music to my ears.
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
Now, while Lexi has been pleading for the CR forum to be kept open, she's unwittingly drawn attention to her favourites list, where horror awaits...
Lexi thinks that both NSNA and TMWTGG are better than OHMSS, which in turn is far better than GF and FRWL!
Though in possession of the most erotic avatar on the site, Lexi's crimes against Bond compel me to ask for the CR forum to be shut down forthwith. )
Well I've actually changed my list a bit, as I saw OHMSS this weekend and it has been re-ranked (higher I might add)....oops, I guess I have some making up to do ;%
...did I mention I'm 6'1 red head?
She's worth whatever chaos she brings to the table and you know it. ~ Mark Anthony
Lexi and NP, keep it up. This is quite a hilarious conversation. )
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
You may jest, DS, but it's no laughing matter. I only got my application form late, and they sent out the wrong one, so there I was learning up on polari, the lyrics of South Pacific and Abba, turns out that was all wrong, now it's Class As and how the Vauxhall Tavern compares to Heaven nightclub.
Luckily the misunderstanding was straightened out (unlike me) and I passed the entrance with flying (nay fabulous) colours... -{
You may jest, DS, but it's no laughing matter. I only got my application form late, and they sent out the wrong one, so there I was learning up on polari, the lyrics of South Pacific and Abba, turns out that was all wrong, now it's Class As and how the Vauxhall Tavern compares to Heaven nightclub.
Luckily the misunderstanding was straightened out (unlike me) and I passed the entrance with flying (nay fabulous) colours... -{
) I must say, I really admire your level of research.
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
...and here I am thinking that this thread is about the favourites list, what a fascinating AJB conversation to come upon! Sounds very interesting indeed.
It is especially relevant as per the first page's discussion in regards to Jetset.
Anyways, NP, when are you going to get back to comparing your list to others and either ridiculing or praising them? That was quite entertaining!
Currently, I like how my list stands. However, before QOS I am going to rewatch the films and re-do the list. I doubt there will be any major changes, but small changes are inevitable. I don't dislike any Bond film (maybe with the exception of MR or the other two CRs).
Now, NP, although 5 our our top tens agree (DN, OHMSS, FRWL, GF, LALD) I cannot believe MR ranks no. 2 on your list. In fact, in looking at your top ten I must wonder what your criteria are, the top ten films look completely random. No hate, just couldn't find any rythm. As DanSame mentions, usually there is a thread connecting people's favorites and non-favorites, I see no thread with yours. Of course, maybe the same could be said of mine.
"We have all the time in the world..."
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"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
Lexi, there is something you need to know about our Napoleon. He has a bit of a one-track mind. )
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
Now, NP, although 5 our our top tens agree (DN, OHMSS, FRWL, GF, LALD) I cannot believe MR ranks no. 2 on your list. In fact, in looking at your top ten I must wonder what your criteria are, the top ten films look completely random. No hate, just couldn't find any rythm. As DanSame mentions, usually there is a thread connecting people's favorites and non-favorites, I see no thread with yours.
Hi, youknowmyname. Is FRWL in my top 5? I can't remember! Generally I prefer the feelgood movies of the first 20 years, in which either Connery or Moore are looking primarily to have a good time and which celebrate masculine supremacy (though I've only just twigged the latter aspect and it does start to grate in relation to Craig's take on it). So we're talking great set pieces, music, witty jokes and larger than life villains. Moonraker is no 2 because, being nine when it came out, I was exactly the right age and it was as cool as a digital watch back then! It's partly a visceral, emotional thing. I dislike the edgy spy thrillers mainly because they're just not done as well as they could be imo, having some corny stunt or naff dialogue that invariably let the side down.
My own list has gone through ebbs and flows throughout my years as a Bond fan. At this stage, though I maintain an appreciation for the whole series and its value in pop culture, I really can only say I consider 8 of the films to be of really top quality. The first four Bond films are, in my view, classic films that are some of the most important action/adventure films ever made, and some of the most enjoyable. I love watching On Her Majesty's Secret Service for many of the reasons I enjoy the original four; it proves a faithfulness to Fleming produces great, original film making that is aided by an exceptional cast, great set pieces/locations, and a very watchable, epic-like quality. Licence To Kill is another film I put amongst my all-time favorites because it is not only a great cinematic translation of the Live and Let Die novel, but Dalton, the rest of the cast, the action, and the daring premise of the film is so refreshing given the many disappointing 007 films before it. It entertains me more with each viewing. The same is also true for The Living Daylights, a film that excellently re-asserts the Fleming source material in the series. Finally, I have considered Casino Royale my favorite film since the moment I saw it premiere. I hope I can add Quantum of Solace to this tier of Bond films!
The Moore films, and to a lesser extent, the Brosnan films, are generally let downs for me. For different reasons, but all generating a grudgingly slow amount of interest in putting them in the DVD player. The later Connery films also fill this spot as well. And while the Brosnan films are enjoyable to watch, they contain some script issues that distance them from my favorites above, making them better as your run of the mill action movie than a film that represents the genre, and the series, well.
Now, NP, although 5 our our top tens agree (DN, OHMSS, FRWL, GF, LALD) I cannot believe MR ranks no. 2 on your list. In fact, in looking at your top ten I must wonder what your criteria are, the top ten films look completely random. No hate, just couldn't find any rythm. As DanSame mentions, usually there is a thread connecting people's favorites and non-favorites, I see no thread with yours.
Hi, youknowmyname. Is FRWL in my top 5? I can't remember! Generally I prefer the feelgood movies of the first 20 years, in which either Connery or Moore are looking primarily to have a good time and which celebrate masculine supremacy (though I've only just twigged the latter aspect and it does start to grate in relation to Craig's take on it). So we're talking great set pieces, music, witty jokes and larger than life villains. Moonraker is no 2 because, being nine when it came out, I was exactly the right age and it was as cool as a digital watch back then! It's partly a visceral, emotional thing. I dislike the edgy spy thrillers mainly because they're just not done as well as they could be imo, having some corny stunt or naff dialogue that invariably let the side down.
ahhh, clarity. that makes sense. thanks for the in-depth analysis. great stuff. and no, FRWL is in your top ten I do believe, not your top 5. thanks again! {[]
It's safe to say that our lists are never gonna stop changing.
I used to have LALD as my favourite for years, then it switched to AVTAK, and now it's LALD again...
Moonraker was my least favourite for a while, but now I much prefer it to the likes of TB, DAD, and TND...
TB then took the place as my least favourite, but after re-watching it I have tonnes more respect for it than the tripe that is DAD, so DAD is currently my least favourite (although my list says that TND is - best alter that).
I might re-watch all the Bond films before QOS, to yet again edit my list. But for me, the classic moores will always be at the top, such as LALD, AVTAK, OP, and FYEO. Call me crazy if you must.
I might re-watch all the Bond films before QOS, to yet again edit my list. But for me, the classic moores will always be at the top, such as LALD, AVTAK, OP, and FYEO. Call me crazy if you must.
You don't consider TSWLM as classic Moore? ?:)
I haven't even bothered to attempt a list of favorites yet. Occassionally, I've tossed the question around in my head but am never able to reach any satisfactory conclusion. My list is constantly changing as it seems everyone elses does. There are certain films that always remain at the top in whatever order and a slim few that are stuck at the bottom but the rest can jump all over the place and my top five could easily flip-flop from week to week. The difficulty for me resides not only in the quality of the films but also depends on my mood at the time of making the list. Need something fun and epic to cheer me up? How about TSWLM. Want something gritty? FRWL. Christmas time? I feel like OHMSS. In a tropic mood? Thunderball. To me, making a list of favorites seems like an impossibility.
I might re-watch all the Bond films before QOS, to yet again edit my list. But for me, the classic moores will always be at the top, such as LALD, AVTAK, OP, and FYEO. Call me crazy if you must.
You don't consider TSWLM as classic Moore? ?:)
I do, and that comes 5th on my list probably. I just don't think it's the best Moore film like many fans do, but still a brilliant movie nonetheless.
IMO, 5 Moore films were masterpieces (LALD, AVTAK, FYEO, OP, and TSWLM), 1 was good but no masterpiece (TMWTGG), and the other was ok until they got into space (MR).
IMO, 5 Moore films were masterpieces (LALD, AVTAK, FYEO, OP, and TSWLM),
At least you consider TSWLM to be a masterpiece.
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
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IMO, 5 Moore films were masterpieces (LALD, AVTAK, FYEO, OP, and TSWLM),
At least you consider TSWLM to be a masterpiece.
It truly is a big Bond world out there...if AVTAK is a masterpiece, nothing is impossible! {[]
Check out my Amazon author page!Mark Loeffelholz
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
IMO, 5 Moore films were masterpieces (LALD, AVTAK, FYEO, OP, and TSWLM),
At least you consider TSWLM to be a masterpiece.
It truly is a big Bond world out there...if AVTAK is a masterpiece, nothing is impossible! {[]
) For a moment I was wondering why you quoted me; did I refer to AVTAK as a masterpiece or compliment it at all? I then saw the boldening (which probably isn't a real word), and thank goodness I did; I love Moore, but nowhere near enough to like AVTAK. )
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
LoeffelholzThe United States, With LovePosts: 8,993Quartermasters
) For a moment I was wondering why you quoted me; did I refer to AVTAK as a masterpiece or compliment it at all? I then saw the underlining, and thank goodness I did; I love Moore, but nowhere near enough to like AVTAK. )
Sorry about the confusion! Of course, I consider TSWLM to be the quintessential Moore Bond (although it's my second favourite of his)...so I wouldn't quibble with your calling it a masterpiece. It dots every 'i' and crosses every 't' of his tenure---in terms of style, tone and formula. Truly a classic.
Now, AVTAK, on the other hand...
Never thought I'd say this, but I miss JFF
Check out my Amazon author page!Mark Loeffelholz
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
Of course, I consider TSWLM to be the quintessential Moore Bond (although it's my second favourite of his)...so I wouldn't quibble with your calling it a masterpiece. It dots every 'i' and crosses every 't' of his tenure---in terms of style, tone and formula. Truly a classic.
Indeed, I absolutely adore it. It's my favourite non-Connery (and fifth favourite) Bond film.
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
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I have already watched DN, FRWL, and GF. However, because one must select at least five films to save their favorite films list, you won’t be able to see any results until after I’ve finished YOLT.
I am looking forward to ranking the films for all to see, however, there is no guarantee that I will succeed. Feel free to monitor my progress via my AJB profile. The first five films should be ordered sometime within the next few days.
-Roger Moore
Lexi thinks that both NSNA and TMWTGG are better than OHMSS, which in turn is far better than GF and FRWL!
Though in possession of the most erotic avatar on the site, Lexi's crimes against Bond compel me to ask for the CR forum to be shut down forthwith.
Roger Moore 1927-2017
Well I've actually changed my list a bit, as I saw OHMSS this weekend and it has been re-ranked (higher I might add)....oops, I guess I have some making up to do ;%
...did I mention I'm 6'1 red head?
I fail to see the relevance, however.
Roger Moore 1927-2017
...well it's worked in the past, ;% oh well. Not this time hey!
Now that's a dedicated Bond fan.
Roger Moore 1927-2017
Luckily the misunderstanding was straightened out (unlike me) and I passed the entrance with flying (nay fabulous) colours... -{
Roger Moore 1927-2017
well although my taste in bond movies is not up to par with you NP but my talents have been known to turn gay men straight
...and then that leaves Craig for me :v
It is especially relevant as per the first page's discussion in regards to Jetset.
Anyways, NP, when are you going to get back to comparing your list to others and either ridiculing or praising them? That was quite entertaining!
Currently, I like how my list stands. However, before QOS I am going to rewatch the films and re-do the list. I doubt there will be any major changes, but small changes are inevitable. I don't dislike any Bond film (maybe with the exception of MR or the other two CRs).
Now, NP, although 5 our our top tens agree (DN, OHMSS, FRWL, GF, LALD) I cannot believe MR ranks no. 2 on your list. In fact, in looking at your top ten I must wonder what your criteria are, the top ten films look completely random. No hate, just couldn't find any rythm. As DanSame mentions, usually there is a thread connecting people's favorites and non-favorites, I see no thread with yours. Of course, maybe the same could be said of mine.
:x
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"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
So are you Daniel Craig checking out this site undercover?
I know Daniel is short, but please don't deny him 2"....(he's 5'11 !!
Sorry Lexi, I lose my comic cards if I don't respond to that one...
Roger Moore 1927-2017
Hi, youknowmyname. Is FRWL in my top 5? I can't remember! Generally I prefer the feelgood movies of the first 20 years, in which either Connery or Moore are looking primarily to have a good time and which celebrate masculine supremacy (though I've only just twigged the latter aspect and it does start to grate in relation to Craig's take on it). So we're talking great set pieces, music, witty jokes and larger than life villains. Moonraker is no 2 because, being nine when it came out, I was exactly the right age and it was as cool as a digital watch back then! It's partly a visceral, emotional thing. I dislike the edgy spy thrillers mainly because they're just not done as well as they could be imo, having some corny stunt or naff dialogue that invariably let the side down.
Roger Moore 1927-2017
The Moore films, and to a lesser extent, the Brosnan films, are generally let downs for me. For different reasons, but all generating a grudgingly slow amount of interest in putting them in the DVD player. The later Connery films also fill this spot as well. And while the Brosnan films are enjoyable to watch, they contain some script issues that distance them from my favorites above, making them better as your run of the mill action movie than a film that represents the genre, and the series, well.
ahhh, clarity. that makes sense. thanks for the in-depth analysis. great stuff. and no, FRWL is in your top ten I do believe, not your top 5. thanks again! {[]
I used to have LALD as my favourite for years, then it switched to AVTAK, and now it's LALD again...
Moonraker was my least favourite for a while, but now I much prefer it to the likes of TB, DAD, and TND...
TB then took the place as my least favourite, but after re-watching it I have tonnes more respect for it than the tripe that is DAD, so DAD is currently my least favourite (although my list says that TND is - best alter that).
I might re-watch all the Bond films before QOS, to yet again edit my list. But for me, the classic moores will always be at the top, such as LALD, AVTAK, OP, and FYEO. Call me crazy if you must.
1 - Moore, 2 - Dalton, 3 - Craig, 4 - Connery, 5 - Brosnan, 6 - Lazenby
You don't consider TSWLM as classic Moore? ?:)
I haven't even bothered to attempt a list of favorites yet. Occassionally, I've tossed the question around in my head but am never able to reach any satisfactory conclusion. My list is constantly changing as it seems everyone elses does. There are certain films that always remain at the top in whatever order and a slim few that are stuck at the bottom but the rest can jump all over the place and my top five could easily flip-flop from week to week. The difficulty for me resides not only in the quality of the films but also depends on my mood at the time of making the list. Need something fun and epic to cheer me up? How about TSWLM. Want something gritty? FRWL. Christmas time? I feel like OHMSS. In a tropic mood? Thunderball. To me, making a list of favorites seems like an impossibility.
I do, and that comes 5th on my list probably. I just don't think it's the best Moore film like many fans do, but still a brilliant movie nonetheless.
IMO, 5 Moore films were masterpieces (LALD, AVTAK, FYEO, OP, and TSWLM), 1 was good but no masterpiece (TMWTGG), and the other was ok until they got into space (MR).
1 - Moore, 2 - Dalton, 3 - Craig, 4 - Connery, 5 - Brosnan, 6 - Lazenby
It truly is a big Bond world out there...if AVTAK is a masterpiece, nothing is impossible! {[]
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
Sorry about the confusion!
Now, AVTAK, on the other hand...
Never thought I'd say this, but I miss JFF
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
Indeed, I absolutely adore it. It's my favourite non-Connery (and fifth favourite) Bond film.
I think AVTAK is the one Bond film that Cinematic Bond Tradionalist and Flemingists both agree was quite terrible.
Yeh, where is he? ?:) I kind of miss his rants.