James Bond series released

Press, 17 June 1986, Page 24

James Bond series released

Warner Bros is presenting the James Bond collection of films, including “A View to A Kill” the latest in the line-up. The list includes “Doctor No” (1962), “From Russia With Love” (1963), "Goldfinger” (1964), “Thunderball” (1965), “You Only Live Twice” (1967), “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” (1969). "Diamonds Are Forever” (1971), “‘The Man With The Golden Gun” (1974), “The Spy Who Loved Me” (1977), “Moonraker” (1979), “For Your Eyes Only” (1981), and “Octopussy” (1983).

The James Bond dossier makes interesting reading. He is 183 cm tall, weighs 76kg, has a scar down his right cheek and signs of plastic surgery on the back of his right hand. He is an expert pistol shot,

boxer, and knife thrower. Bond does not use disguises, speaks French and German, smokes heavily (a special brand with three gold stripes), drinks, but not to excess, and has one other vice — women. He is a dangerous professional spy who holds a secret service number with the 00 prefix — giving him a licence to kill.

The Bond ladies include Ursula Andress, Diana Rigg, Jill St John, Jane Seymour, Britt Ekland, Barbara Bach and Tanya Roberts.

Roger Moore and Sean Connery have both played James Bond — who is best remains a personal preference. This collection of movies has not dated and most are more entertaining on the second viewing.

And more action ...

New releases for those who love thrillers and action include: “Manhunt” (Roadshow Home Video, M). He broke out and is looking for revenge, but more than 6000 cops are looking for him. When they find him they intend to blow him away. Starring John Elton Wayne, Bo Stevenson and Ernest Borgnine. “Hustle” (CIC Taft Video, M). In his world everyone hustles. He is an old-fashioned detective who is investigating a young girl’s suicide by day, and relaxes with a high-priced call-girl by night. Starring Burt Reynolds and Catherine Deneuve. “The Fix” (CBS Fox, M). A big-time cocaine smuggler ties up with a travelling music group which unwittingly helps move his illegal goods for him. Starring Vince Edwards, Tony Dale and Richard Jaeckel. “Harper” (Warner Home Video, M). Lew Harper, a private eye, is hired to find a missing millionaire who finally turns up dead. Starring

Paul Newman, Lauren Bacall and Julie Harris. “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome” (Warner Home Video, M) Mad Max is back going at it with spikes, spears, maces, chainsaws and anything else not nailed down. Starring Mel Gibson and Tina Turner. “St Ives” (Warner Home Video, M) Charles Bronson is a novelist who becomes a go-between in a murderous scheme to recover documents that could lead to a diabolical conspiracy. “Sword of the Valiant” (Koavs, PG), The Knights of Camelot are not as valiant as they had been. When the castle is taken by the Green Knight they shame their master with their cowardess. Starring Sean Connery and Miles O’Keefe. Comedy fans may enjoy two re-releases from Thom EMI Screen Entertainment, “Carry On Cleo” (PG) and “Carry On Nurse.” The well-known “Carry On” cast includes Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Charles Hawtery, Joan Sims and Hattie Jacques.