How James Bond Villains of the 1960s shaped the 007 franchise
Dan and Tom decode how James Bond villains of the 1960s shaped the 007 franchise, from Dr. No to Blofeld, and discover their lasting impact on 007’s world.
Tag: From Russia With Love
James Bond Spy Movie Collectibles
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From Russia With Love: The United States was far From Russia With Love in 1963 – Part Two
How would you feel about a love affair between the US and Russia in 1963? Well, it wasn’t likely, as then the United States was as far as it could be, From Russia With Love. James Bond at his best!
Join Dan and Tom as they search for the love in From Russia With Love! This is Part 2 of a 2 Part show on From Russia With Love.
FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE – Part One : The United States was far From Russia With Love in 1963
How would you feel about a love affair between the US and Russia in 1963? Well, it wasn’t likely, as then the United States was as far as it could be, From Russia With Love. Join James Bond at his best!
Join Dan and Tom as they search for the love in From Russia With Love!
Pre-title Sequence
In the one of the most intriguing pre-title sequences, the mood is dark, the setting is dark, and we see Bond pursued by an agent (SPECTRE).
SPECTRE Briefing
In this clip, we get a glimpse into the existence of SPECTRE and how SPECTRE works its evil plans.
Tatiana and Klebb (Head of Operations for SMERSH) Have A Meeting
Here we see the behind the scenes plan for getting the Lektor.
A Smart Looking Piece of Luggage: Briefcase
As Bond is called into M’s office to get the details of his assignment to Istanbul to recover the Lector, we see Q Branch, the quartermaster (Boothroyd), for the first time, played by Desmond Llewelyn.
Bond Lands in Istanbul
Bond lands in Istanbul – After leaving M’s office, knowing that he is Istanbul-bound, he signs the photograph that M wants back and gives it to Miss Moneypenny with the inscription, “With Love” to which Bond adds above it, “From Russia!” Notice Moneypenny’s face – looking longingly at Bond. All the Connery movies have this…
James Bond and Karim at Cistern
Bond heads to Istanbul to meet Karin Bey the MI6 agent in Instanbul, and to talk about meeting Tatiana Romanov
The Gypsy Camp
Bey uses the gypsies for information. This has caused tension with the rival gypsy groups.
Krilencu Hideout
Here Bond and Bey take care of Krilencu so there is no other chance Krilencu will get Bey.
It’s the Right Size
When Bond gets a new suite at the hotel because of the bugged suite, he returns to it to find Tatiana Romanov in his bed.
Red Grant Kills Foreign Agent
Tania obviously got the plan of the consulate and will leave it at the Aya Sofia as Bond had suggested.
Ferry Boat Encounter
In this scene, ferry boat encounter, we see the relationship building between Bond and Tatiana, and learn of the specifics of the Lektor decoding machine.
Russian Clocks are Always Right – Escape with the Lektor
The Lektor is the reason Bond is in Istanbul, and here he receives clearance from M to proceed with the mission.
Train Fight
One of the greatest train fights in all cinema, this one is brutal, painful, and dangerous.
Truck vs. Helicopter
In what will become a staple item in future spy movie films, this helicopter chase scene sets the stage for the rest of From Russia With Love, and for many spy movies to come.
Death of Kronsteen
We know very little about SPECTRE at this point, but this scene highlights how brutal and unforgiving SPECTRE is, and we get a glimpse of # 1, albeit from shoulders down, as he is stroking a white cat, as we flashback to the cat that walked by Tania as she was on her way to meet Kleb for the first time.
Klebb’s Final Assault
Just when you think it’s safe . . .Kleb shows up once again, in Venice, as Bond and Tania are reasdy to depart.
Venice – Canal Scene Ends the Movie
The boat scene in Venice, when Tania and Bond are now relaxing with the mission complete, the establishing shots are of the Doge Place, the Bridge of Sighs, the Venice canals.
How Events in the Real World Affect What Goes Into Spy Movies!
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Real world & spy movies – how things in the real world affect and work their way into spy movies. We provide Insights into a variety of real-life stuff.
The Hotel Excelsior
After arriving in Switzerland, they stay at the Hotel Excelsior, where they were told the German spy was staying.
From Russia with Love
From Russia With Love is the 5th Ian Fleming James Bond 007 novel (1957), 2nd EON Productions James Bond 007 film (1963). In this curation of the movie, we talk about other movies as they relate to From Russia With Love and lots of other insights into the scenes like: The Pre-title sequence is unique…
The last 13 minutes
Watch the last 13 minutes of the movie, the culmination of the movie , all on a train.
The final scene
The movie ends with Bourne finding Marie in a shop/restaurant selling on a Greek island.
