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A Bond Newbie’s Thoughts on 007: Live and Let Die

Short Take: A bizarre set of scenes stacked on top of one another coupled with a strangely cautious James Bond makes for a uniquely entertaining experience. We all know the reputation of the Roger Moore Bond movies: somewhere between cartoonish, … Continue reading

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Those Oscar Missed: Best Animated Feature

CONTRIBUTED BY JAKE THOMPSON Animated films have been with us for so many decades, and yet the Academy only created an official category for them just over a decade ago (it’s especially odd considering how many decades the Best Animated … Continue reading

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Blockbuster Dustup: Skyfall v. Dark Knight

You know something’s a little off in the movie world when Steven Spielberg’s awards season release has united cinephiles and critics alike by being described as “transfixing,” “introspective,” and “incendiary.” Now, the last major movies expected to hit multiplexes are … Continue reading

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A Bond Newbie’s Thoughts on 007: Skyfall

I initially planned to wait until after I had seen all the Bond movies before writing about Skyfall. But I’m not nearly as far along in my Bond movie marathon as I had hoped, Skyfall’s fresh in my mind, and … Continue reading

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A Bond Newbie’s Thoughts on 007: Quantum of Solace

Short Take: It seems strange to call a film with such a complex plot-line, “simple,” but Quantum of Solace felt more like it was running in place than unraveling a deeper purpose. Casino Royale unleashed everything and the kitchen sink, introducing a gritty Bond … Continue reading

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A Bond Newbie’s Thoughts on 007: Casino Royale

Short Take: Overall, I’m impressed with my first real venture into the Bond world. While Casino Royale’s storytelling often seemed as disjointed as a hyperactive cat chasing an unraveling ball of yarn, I did always feel engaged. Spies kill. Just … Continue reading

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