Character Spotlight on Fiona Volpe played by Lucianna Paluzzi in THUNDERBALL!

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Character Spotlight on Fiona Volpe played by Lucianna Paluzzi in THUNDERBALL!

Join Dan and Tom for their Character Spotlight on Fiona Volpe, played by Luciana Paluzzi in THUNDERBALL. Can she handle the harsh spotlight?  

We know that Fiona Volpe was a tough, determined, and beautiful villain. She’s willing to do whatever it takes to get her job done.  And she wanted to take James Bond out.   

In this Character Spotlight we look at the following about this wonderful character: 

  • How was Luciana Paluzzi’s performance? 
  • What traits does Fiona Volpe portray in her villainess role? 
  • How important control is for Fiona 
  • What was her relationship like with Largo? 
  • Which is our favorite scene? 
  • What part of this movie made Luciana Paluzzi’s husband fall in love with her? 
  • What was in that bottle that James Bond ignited in the car? 
  • Was there some importance of the blue dress Fiona wears to the Junkanoo? 
  • What sporting event do Dan and Tom liken the interaction between James Bond and Fiona Volpe? 
  • And More … 

Tell us what you think about our shining the light with this Character Spotlight on Fiona Volpe played by Luciana Paluzzi in THUNDERBALL 

So, take a listen and let us know what you think. What do you think of the character Fiona Volpe? What did you think of Luciana Paluzzi’s performance?  Is Fiona your favorite James Bond female baddie?  If not, who is? 

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