The name’s Fleming, Ian Fleming. And boy did he have some problems with how his James Bond character was being adapted for the big screen. As we all know, Sean Connery was cinema’s first 007, but Fleming himself hated the idea, concerned that he didn’t have the right voice.
As revealed in Nicholas Shakespeare’s new book, Ian Fleming: The Complete Man (via IndieWire), the process to find the perfect James Bond was an arduous one. Per Fleming’s agent Robert Fenn, “We tried twenty or thirty [potential prospects]. No major actor would play the part for more than one picture, and we couldn’t set up a deal with a distributor without commitment from a main actor.” Of course, Bond would go to Connery, who Fleming didn’t care for because “he couldn’t speak the Queen’s English…He’s not my idea of Bond at all,...
As revealed in Nicholas Shakespeare’s new book, Ian Fleming: The Complete Man (via IndieWire), the process to find the perfect James Bond was an arduous one. Per Fleming’s agent Robert Fenn, “We tried twenty or thirty [potential prospects]. No major actor would play the part for more than one picture, and we couldn’t set up a deal with a distributor without commitment from a main actor.” Of course, Bond would go to Connery, who Fleming didn’t care for because “he couldn’t speak the Queen’s English…He’s not my idea of Bond at all,...
- 4/12/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
The James Bond film series has never been known for its fealty to the original Ian Fleming source material, which comprise 12 novels and two short story collections. There have since been other books too, more than two dozen, in fact, all written by different authors. But the movies have only glancingly touched on them. Although some of the initial 007 films stayed fairly faithful to the source novels, the franchise began to veer away from the Fleming tales by the mid-1960s, only intermittently returning to them.
Intriguingly, recent (if dubious) rumors have suggested that Eon Productions has reached out to Christopher Nolan about directing the next two films in the series, which would also introduce a new Bond, but there’s no official word on what direction the property will take. There has been speculation that Nolan himself would like to go back to the books, period setting and all,...
Intriguingly, recent (if dubious) rumors have suggested that Eon Productions has reached out to Christopher Nolan about directing the next two films in the series, which would also introduce a new Bond, but there’s no official word on what direction the property will take. There has been speculation that Nolan himself would like to go back to the books, period setting and all,...
- 10/14/2023
- by Don Kaye
- Den of Geek
Among James Bond movies, "Goldfinger" stands as the film that cemented 007's status as a global icon. Guy Hamilton's 1964 effort has since become known as the blueprint for all future Bond films, establishing longstanding tropes that still define the franchise today. A globe-spanning adventure, "Goldfinger" introduced that gadget-filled Aston Martin DB5 alongside legendary Bond girl Pussy Galore, played by the late Honor Blackman. Then there was that famous laser beam scene, in which Sean Connery's Bond is strapped to a table and forced to await an inexplicably slow death.
But it wasn't just gadgets and Bond girls with dodgy names that "Goldfinger" brought to the table. Richard Maibaum and Paul Dehn's script also introduced more subtle staples to the 007 saga, including an opening sequence seemingly unrelated to the film's main plot and a testy relationship between the titular spy and Desmond Llewelyn's Q that established the pair's dynamic going forward.
But it wasn't just gadgets and Bond girls with dodgy names that "Goldfinger" brought to the table. Richard Maibaum and Paul Dehn's script also introduced more subtle staples to the 007 saga, including an opening sequence seemingly unrelated to the film's main plot and a testy relationship between the titular spy and Desmond Llewelyn's Q that established the pair's dynamic going forward.
- 8/14/2023
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Bond girls just wanna have fun – or at least had more of it in the early days of the franchise. But according to Britt Ekland, who played Mary Goodnght in 1974’s The Man with the Golden Gun opposite Roger Moore, today’s standards have limited the amount of “fun” that modern Bond girls can have.
In a recent interview, Britt Ekland told Pa Media (as per Metro) that shifting values have given today’s Bond girls different opportunities, both for good and bad. “There are no more Bond girls, they are Bond women today. They have it with the political correctness and the #MeToo, they have a much better time than we had…But I don’t think that the end product is as fun as ours were, because we were pretty and we had good bodies and we didn’t try to look sexy, we just were.”
Britt Ekland...
In a recent interview, Britt Ekland told Pa Media (as per Metro) that shifting values have given today’s Bond girls different opportunities, both for good and bad. “There are no more Bond girls, they are Bond women today. They have it with the political correctness and the #MeToo, they have a much better time than we had…But I don’t think that the end product is as fun as ours were, because we were pretty and we had good bodies and we didn’t try to look sexy, we just were.”
Britt Ekland...
- 6/23/2023
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Auditions are apparently underway for the next James Bond film, and Rebel Wilson may be a part of it.
During an interview with Variety at Cannes — where the “Pitch Perfect” alum is premiering her directorial debut, “The Deb” — she revealed that she was invited to audition after Bond producers saw her host last year’s BAFTAs.
“What was really cool was getting to audition for Bond,” said Wilson, confirming the audition took place last year — and that she wasn’t auditioning for 007, but for an unspecified role.
Read More: Rebel Wilson All Set For Her Directorial Debut With Movie Adaptation Of ‘The Deb’
According to Wilson, she landed on Bond producers’ radar when she had to clear some Bond-related jokes in her BAFTAs monologue, which led to the audition.
“We wanted to open up the show with a Bond number because Bond is turning 60 and his girlfriend is turning 25,” Wilson quipped during the 2022 BAFTAs.
During an interview with Variety at Cannes — where the “Pitch Perfect” alum is premiering her directorial debut, “The Deb” — she revealed that she was invited to audition after Bond producers saw her host last year’s BAFTAs.
“What was really cool was getting to audition for Bond,” said Wilson, confirming the audition took place last year — and that she wasn’t auditioning for 007, but for an unspecified role.
Read More: Rebel Wilson All Set For Her Directorial Debut With Movie Adaptation Of ‘The Deb’
According to Wilson, she landed on Bond producers’ radar when she had to clear some Bond-related jokes in her BAFTAs monologue, which led to the audition.
“We wanted to open up the show with a Bond number because Bond is turning 60 and his girlfriend is turning 25,” Wilson quipped during the 2022 BAFTAs.
- 5/27/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
“James Bond will return in Dr. No means No.” That was a joke line from an old T.V. cartoon called The Critic that poked a little fun at the idea that, in P.C. (politically correct) times, the James Bond franchise would evolve. Being an old-school Bond fan, I personally think they’ve done so in a perfectly appropriate way. You have to change with the times, and the franchise has done that.
But, when it comes to altering previous work to reflect modern times, well, that’s an altogether stickier issue. Recently, the Roald Dahl estate came under fire when it was revealed the books had been heavily rewritten to reflect modern sensibilities. And now comes the news that Ian Fleming’s James Bond novels are being changed as well to remove outdated racial stereotyping and references.
To be sure, the changes are less extensive (or outrageous) than...
But, when it comes to altering previous work to reflect modern times, well, that’s an altogether stickier issue. Recently, the Roald Dahl estate came under fire when it was revealed the books had been heavily rewritten to reflect modern sensibilities. And now comes the news that Ian Fleming’s James Bond novels are being changed as well to remove outdated racial stereotyping and references.
To be sure, the changes are less extensive (or outrageous) than...
- 2/26/2023
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
As the BlacKkKlansman film-maker picks up the British Film Institute’s top honour, he talks about being accused of provoking race riots, why his Malcolm X biopic will endure – and the problem with awards
‘When I was little,” says Spike Lee, “my father hated Hollywood films, but my mother was a cinephile. And since I was the eldest sibling, I was her movie date. She loved James Bond and took me to see Goldfinger. The theatre was packed. Those Bond films have explosions and shootings, but there was a lull in the action and everything was quiet. I said: ‘Mommy, why is that lady named Pussy Galore?’ And the whole audience heard me. My mother grabbed me by the neck and said: ‘Don’t say another word!’” Lee cackles, clearly tickled. “She was so embarrassed.” He pauses. “Pussy Galore,” he repeats, laughing.
Although the film-maker’s grasp of cinema has...
‘When I was little,” says Spike Lee, “my father hated Hollywood films, but my mother was a cinephile. And since I was the eldest sibling, I was her movie date. She loved James Bond and took me to see Goldfinger. The theatre was packed. Those Bond films have explosions and shootings, but there was a lull in the action and everything was quiet. I said: ‘Mommy, why is that lady named Pussy Galore?’ And the whole audience heard me. My mother grabbed me by the neck and said: ‘Don’t say another word!’” Lee cackles, clearly tickled. “She was so embarrassed.” He pauses. “Pussy Galore,” he repeats, laughing.
Although the film-maker’s grasp of cinema has...
- 2/13/2023
- by Nadia Khomami
- The Guardian - Film News
The name’s Lane. Nathan Lane.
Forget Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Call off your search for the next James Bond. Comedic actor Nathan Lane recently appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Lane, who can be seen in the recent smash hit, Only Murders in the Building, riffed on how he is the next actor to portray agent 007, James Bond, and went on a bit about pitching his idea for a “more mature direction” to be taken with pop culture secret agent according to ScreenRant.
“I’m the new James Bond. Now, before you start with the Twitter rants, hear me out. So [producer] Barbara Broccoli calls me and she says, ‘Nathan, we want to take Bond in a whole new, more mature direction. We think you’re the guy.’ So, I said, ‘Sure, Barbara, I’d be honored to follow in the footsteps of these great actors.’ And so she sent me the script.
Forget Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Call off your search for the next James Bond. Comedic actor Nathan Lane recently appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Lane, who can be seen in the recent smash hit, Only Murders in the Building, riffed on how he is the next actor to portray agent 007, James Bond, and went on a bit about pitching his idea for a “more mature direction” to be taken with pop culture secret agent according to ScreenRant.
“I’m the new James Bond. Now, before you start with the Twitter rants, hear me out. So [producer] Barbara Broccoli calls me and she says, ‘Nathan, we want to take Bond in a whole new, more mature direction. We think you’re the guy.’ So, I said, ‘Sure, Barbara, I’d be honored to follow in the footsteps of these great actors.’ And so she sent me the script.
- 1/24/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Diana Rigg, best known for her iconic turn on The Avengers, and memorable roles on Game of Thrones and Theatre of Blood, died Sept. 10, at home with her family at the age of 82, according to Variety. “It is with tremendous sadness that we announce that Dame Diana Rigg died peacefully early this morning. She was at home with her family who have asked for privacy at this difficult time,” her agent Simon Beresford said in a statement. “Dame Diana was an icon of theatre, film, and television. She was the recipient of BAFTA, Emmy, Tony and Evening Standard Awards for her work on stage and screen. Dame Diana was a much loved and admired member of her profession, a force of nature who loved her work and her fellow actors. She will be greatly missed.”
Rigg was diagnosed with cancer in March, according to her daughter Rachael Stirling, who said...
Rigg was diagnosed with cancer in March, according to her daughter Rachael Stirling, who said...
- 9/10/2020
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
By Lee Pfeiffer
Dame Diana Rigg, one of Britain's most esteemed actresses, has died from cancer at age 82. In the course of her career, Rigg conquered the mediums of stage, screen and television. She studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London and received praise for her work in classic theater. Perhaps improbably, she became a pop culture icon when she replaced Honor Blackman on the iconic British TV series "The Avengers" in the 1960s. When Blackman left the show to star as Pussy Galore in the 1964 James Bond film "Goldfinger", Rigg introduced the character of Emma Peel, playing opposite Patrick Macnee's John Steed. She became the most notable early female action star on television, practicing martial arts and often attired in provocative leather outfits. In 1969, Rigg followed in Honor Blackman's footsteps by appearing as the female lead in a James Bond film, "On Her Majesty's Secret Service...
Dame Diana Rigg, one of Britain's most esteemed actresses, has died from cancer at age 82. In the course of her career, Rigg conquered the mediums of stage, screen and television. She studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London and received praise for her work in classic theater. Perhaps improbably, she became a pop culture icon when she replaced Honor Blackman on the iconic British TV series "The Avengers" in the 1960s. When Blackman left the show to star as Pussy Galore in the 1964 James Bond film "Goldfinger", Rigg introduced the character of Emma Peel, playing opposite Patrick Macnee's John Steed. She became the most notable early female action star on television, practicing martial arts and often attired in provocative leather outfits. In 1969, Rigg followed in Honor Blackman's footsteps by appearing as the female lead in a James Bond film, "On Her Majesty's Secret Service...
- 9/10/2020
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
Honor Blackman, the British actress best known for portraying the James Bond girl Pussy Galore in 1964’s Goldfinger, has died. She was 94.
“It’s with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Honor Blackman, aged 94,” Blackman’s family wrote in a statement to the Guardian. “She died peacefully of natural causes at her home in Lewes, Sussex, surrounded by her family.
“As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother, Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent,” they added. “With an extraordinary combination of beauty,...
“It’s with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Honor Blackman, aged 94,” Blackman’s family wrote in a statement to the Guardian. “She died peacefully of natural causes at her home in Lewes, Sussex, surrounded by her family.
“As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother, Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent,” they added. “With an extraordinary combination of beauty,...
- 4/6/2020
- by Claire Shaffer
- Rollingstone.com
Honor Blackman, the British actress who rose to prominence as the original star of the TV series The Avengers and became a pop culture icon with her role in Goldfinger, has passed away at 94.
According to Deadline, Blackman’s family issued a statement saying that Blackman died of natural causes unrelated to the current Covid-19 pandemic at her home in Sussex, England. She is survived by a children Barnaby and Lottie, as well as four grandchildren. Her second husband, Maurice Kaufman, died in 1975.
Blackman, born on August 22, 1925, began acting lessons at 15 and made her film debut in 1947. She kept up a steady run of acting appearances in notable films such as the Titanic docudrama A Night To Remember (1958) and the Ray Harryhausen stop-motion animation classic Jason and the Argonauts (1963) in which she played the goddess Hera.
In 1962, she landed the role of Cathy Gale, a leather-wearing anthropologist and judo expert...
According to Deadline, Blackman’s family issued a statement saying that Blackman died of natural causes unrelated to the current Covid-19 pandemic at her home in Sussex, England. She is survived by a children Barnaby and Lottie, as well as four grandchildren. Her second husband, Maurice Kaufman, died in 1975.
Blackman, born on August 22, 1925, began acting lessons at 15 and made her film debut in 1947. She kept up a steady run of acting appearances in notable films such as the Titanic docudrama A Night To Remember (1958) and the Ray Harryhausen stop-motion animation classic Jason and the Argonauts (1963) in which she played the goddess Hera.
In 1962, she landed the role of Cathy Gale, a leather-wearing anthropologist and judo expert...
- 4/6/2020
- by Don Kaye
- Den of Geek
(Blackman as Pussy Galore in "Goldfinger")
By Lee Pfeiffer
Honor Blackman, who rose to fame as one of the first female action stars in both film and television, has passed away at age 94. Ms. Blackman started in British films in the late 1940s. Her rise to fame came when she first appeared as Cathy Gale opposite Patrick MacNee in the iconic British TV series "The Avengers". The show was a major hit and Blackman's character was a novelty for the era, in that she could hold her own against larger-than-life villains, often employing judo. Her success in the series led to her being offered the female lead of Pussy Galore in the third James Bond film, "Goldfinger" starring Sean Connery. In order to play the role, Blackman had to leave "The Avengers" after her second and final season. Diana Rigg took over the female lead and also soared to stardom on the show.
By Lee Pfeiffer
Honor Blackman, who rose to fame as one of the first female action stars in both film and television, has passed away at age 94. Ms. Blackman started in British films in the late 1940s. Her rise to fame came when she first appeared as Cathy Gale opposite Patrick MacNee in the iconic British TV series "The Avengers". The show was a major hit and Blackman's character was a novelty for the era, in that she could hold her own against larger-than-life villains, often employing judo. Her success in the series led to her being offered the female lead of Pussy Galore in the third James Bond film, "Goldfinger" starring Sean Connery. In order to play the role, Blackman had to leave "The Avengers" after her second and final season. Diana Rigg took over the female lead and also soared to stardom on the show.
- 4/6/2020
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
Honor Blackman, best known for playing one of the most iconic heroines of the James Bond franchise, has died at the age of 94. She played Pussy Galore in 1964’s Goldfinger, hands down one of the best female characters the long-running film franchise has ever seen. She also starred on the British TV series The […]
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- 4/6/2020
- by Ben Pearson
- Slash Film
Actor also known for role in Avengers praised as ‘hugely prolific creative talent’ by family
• Peter Bradshaw on Honor Blackman: an elegant and witty star who never took herself too seriously
• Honor Blackman: a life in pictures
Honor Blackman, the actor best known for playing the Bond girl Pussy Galore, has died aged 94.
Blackman, who became a household name in the 1960s as Cathy Gale in The Avengers and had a career spanning eight decades, died of natural causes unrelated to coronavirus.
• Peter Bradshaw on Honor Blackman: an elegant and witty star who never took herself too seriously
• Honor Blackman: a life in pictures
Honor Blackman, the actor best known for playing the Bond girl Pussy Galore, has died aged 94.
Blackman, who became a household name in the 1960s as Cathy Gale in The Avengers and had a career spanning eight decades, died of natural causes unrelated to coronavirus.
- 4/6/2020
- by Simon Murphy and Andrew Pulver
- The Guardian - Film News
James Drury, who starred in one of the longest running Westerns in TV history, “The Virginian,” has died. He was 85.
His assistant, Karen Lindsey, shared the news on Facebook Monday, writing that he “passed away this morning of natural causes.” TheWrap reached out to his agent for additional comment.
While his most famous role was “The Virginian,” Drury also starred in Westerns on the big screen, including 1959’s “Good Day for Hanging,” 1960’s “Ten Who Dares” and “Ride the High Country.” His other credits include “Love Me Tender,” alongside Elvis Presley, and “Bernardine,” opposite Pat Boone.
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“The Virginian” was based on Owen Wister’s 1902 novel of the same name and ran on NBC for nine seasons, from 1962 to 1971. It was launched by executive producer Roy Huggins and his father-in-law Frank Price, who would go on to run Columbia and Universal Pictures.
His assistant, Karen Lindsey, shared the news on Facebook Monday, writing that he “passed away this morning of natural causes.” TheWrap reached out to his agent for additional comment.
While his most famous role was “The Virginian,” Drury also starred in Westerns on the big screen, including 1959’s “Good Day for Hanging,” 1960’s “Ten Who Dares” and “Ride the High Country.” His other credits include “Love Me Tender,” alongside Elvis Presley, and “Bernardine,” opposite Pat Boone.
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“The Virginian” was based on Owen Wister’s 1902 novel of the same name and ran on NBC for nine seasons, from 1962 to 1971. It was launched by executive producer Roy Huggins and his father-in-law Frank Price, who would go on to run Columbia and Universal Pictures.
- 4/6/2020
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
Just heard the very sad news that dear Honor has died.
What a woman she was- fiercely bright, superbly funny and a wonderful actress on screen and onstage. I loved every day of working with her and I loved and respected her with all my heart
Rip pic.twitter.com/AeTA1EmbQc
— Joe McGann (@JosephMcGann) April 6, 2020
James Bond Honor Blackman has died of natural causes at the age of 94. The actress, who played Pussy Galore in Goldfinger and Cathy Gale in TV show The Avengers, enjoyed a big and small screen career as well as stage appearances spanning more than six decades.
In addition to her screen work, with films also including The Cat And The Canary, A Night To Remember and Jason And The Argonauts, she cemented her status as a household name in the Nineties, when she starred in almost 100 episodes of sitcom...
What a woman she was- fiercely bright, superbly funny and a wonderful actress on screen and onstage. I loved every day of working with her and I loved and respected her with all my heart
Rip pic.twitter.com/AeTA1EmbQc
— Joe McGann (@JosephMcGann) April 6, 2020
James Bond Honor Blackman has died of natural causes at the age of 94. The actress, who played Pussy Galore in Goldfinger and Cathy Gale in TV show The Avengers, enjoyed a big and small screen career as well as stage appearances spanning more than six decades.
In addition to her screen work, with films also including The Cat And The Canary, A Night To Remember and Jason And The Argonauts, she cemented her status as a household name in the Nineties, when she starred in almost 100 episodes of sitcom...
- 4/6/2020
- by Amber Wilkinson
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
Actress Honor Blackman, best known for her portrayal of Bond girl Pussy Galore in “Goldfinger” and her recurring role in the TV series “The Avengers,” died of natural causes on Sunday. She was 94.
Blackman’s family confirmed the news to The Guardian, commending her “beauty, brains and physical prowess.”
“As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother, Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent; with an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her unique voice and a dedicated work ethic, she achieved an unparalleled iconic status in the world of film and entertainment and with absolute commitment to her craft and total professionalism in all her endeavours she contributed to some of the great films and theatre productions of our times,” her family said in a statement to The Guardian.
Blackman was born in Plaistow, Essex. She studied acting at the Guildhall School...
Blackman’s family confirmed the news to The Guardian, commending her “beauty, brains and physical prowess.”
“As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother, Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent; with an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her unique voice and a dedicated work ethic, she achieved an unparalleled iconic status in the world of film and entertainment and with absolute commitment to her craft and total professionalism in all her endeavours she contributed to some of the great films and theatre productions of our times,” her family said in a statement to The Guardian.
Blackman was born in Plaistow, Essex. She studied acting at the Guildhall School...
- 4/6/2020
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Honor Blackman, a British actress beloved for playing iconic Bond girl Pussy Galore in Goldfinger, has died. She was 94.
Blackman’s death was confirmed by her family to The Guardian, where they say she died of natural causes at her home in Lewes, Sussex in England. She was surrounded by her family when she died, according to the outlet.
“It’s with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Honor Blackman aged 94… She was much loved and will be greatly missed by her two children Barnaby and Lottie, and grandchildren Daisy, Oscar, Olive and Toby,” the statement read.
Blackman’s death was confirmed by her family to The Guardian, where they say she died of natural causes at her home in Lewes, Sussex in England. She was surrounded by her family when she died, according to the outlet.
“It’s with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Honor Blackman aged 94… She was much loved and will be greatly missed by her two children Barnaby and Lottie, and grandchildren Daisy, Oscar, Olive and Toby,” the statement read.
- 4/6/2020
- by Ale Russian
- PEOPLE.com
Honor Blackman, best known for playing Bond girl Pussy Galore in 1964’s Goldfinger, has died of natural causes unrelated to coronavirus at her home in Sussex, England. She was 94.
Her death was announced by her family to UK’s The Guardian.
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“It’s with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Honor Blackman aged 94,” her family said in the statement. “She died peacefully of natural causes at her home in Lewes, Sussex, surrounded by her family. She was much loved and will be greatly missed by her two children Barnaby and Lottie, and grandchildren Daisy, Oscar, Olive and Toby.”
After her 1962 breakthrough in Britain as Cathy Gale on The Avengers,...
Her death was announced by her family to UK’s The Guardian.
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“It’s with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Honor Blackman aged 94,” her family said in the statement. “She died peacefully of natural causes at her home in Lewes, Sussex, surrounded by her family. She was much loved and will be greatly missed by her two children Barnaby and Lottie, and grandchildren Daisy, Oscar, Olive and Toby.”
After her 1962 breakthrough in Britain as Cathy Gale on The Avengers,...
- 4/6/2020
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Honor Blackman, the British actress best known for her roles in “The Avengers” series and “Goldfinger” film of the 1960s, has died at the age of 94.
Blackman died of natural causes and surrounded by loved one at her home in Lewes, Sussex, her family said in a statement to The Guardian. They added that she “will be greatly missed by her two children Barnaby and Lottie, and grandchildren Daisy, Oscar, Olive and Toby.”
The family added: “Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent; with an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her unique voice and a dedicated work ethic, she achieved an unparalleled iconic status in the world of film and entertainment and with absolute commitment to her craft and total professionalism in all her endeavours she contributed to some of the great films and theatre productions of our times.”
Blackman’s decades-long career included film,...
Blackman died of natural causes and surrounded by loved one at her home in Lewes, Sussex, her family said in a statement to The Guardian. They added that she “will be greatly missed by her two children Barnaby and Lottie, and grandchildren Daisy, Oscar, Olive and Toby.”
The family added: “Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent; with an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her unique voice and a dedicated work ethic, she achieved an unparalleled iconic status in the world of film and entertainment and with absolute commitment to her craft and total professionalism in all her endeavours she contributed to some of the great films and theatre productions of our times.”
Blackman’s decades-long career included film,...
- 4/6/2020
- by Liz Lane
- The Wrap
With memorable roles in Goldfinger and The Avengers, Blackman became an icon of British cinema through her formidable, no-nonsense persona
Honor Blackman, James Bond’s Pussy Galore, dies aged 94ObituaryA life in pictures
‘My name is Pussy Galore.” “I must be dreaming.” The cool appraising glance of Honor Blackman falls on Sean Connery’s preposterous, smirking Bond as he awakens aboard Auric Goldfinger’s private jet, and she becomes that rarest of things: a Bond girl who is allowed to introduce herself by name, and perhaps unique as one who is as old or older than Bond.
And though the camera in that movie lingers on her corona of honey-blonde hair, blue eyes, sculpted cheekbones and droll half-smile, she is not as obviously sexualised as Shirley Eaton’s bikini-clad Jill Masterson. Blackman is a mature love interest, Goldfinger’s personal pilot in charge of a squadron of female aviators called...
Honor Blackman, James Bond’s Pussy Galore, dies aged 94ObituaryA life in pictures
‘My name is Pussy Galore.” “I must be dreaming.” The cool appraising glance of Honor Blackman falls on Sean Connery’s preposterous, smirking Bond as he awakens aboard Auric Goldfinger’s private jet, and she becomes that rarest of things: a Bond girl who is allowed to introduce herself by name, and perhaps unique as one who is as old or older than Bond.
And though the camera in that movie lingers on her corona of honey-blonde hair, blue eyes, sculpted cheekbones and droll half-smile, she is not as obviously sexualised as Shirley Eaton’s bikini-clad Jill Masterson. Blackman is a mature love interest, Goldfinger’s personal pilot in charge of a squadron of female aviators called...
- 4/6/2020
- by Peter Bradshaw
- The Guardian - Film News
Actor died surrounded by family at home in Lewes, Sussex.
Honor Blackman, the classy British actor who rose to fame on TV show The Avengers before playing the alluring Pussy Galore in James Bond film Goldfinger, has died. She was 94.
It is understood Blackman’s death was unrelated to Covid-19. According to reports she died surrounded by family at her home in Lewes, Sussex.
The London-born actor attended Guildhall School of Music and Drama and via roles in the West End she eventually got her big break as leather-clad crime-fighter Dr. Cathy Gale alongside Patrick Macnee as John Steed in...
Honor Blackman, the classy British actor who rose to fame on TV show The Avengers before playing the alluring Pussy Galore in James Bond film Goldfinger, has died. She was 94.
It is understood Blackman’s death was unrelated to Covid-19. According to reports she died surrounded by family at her home in Lewes, Sussex.
The London-born actor attended Guildhall School of Music and Drama and via roles in the West End she eventually got her big break as leather-clad crime-fighter Dr. Cathy Gale alongside Patrick Macnee as John Steed in...
- 4/6/2020
- by 36¦Jeremy Kay¦54¦
- ScreenDaily
Honor Blackman had as good of a time playing Pussy Galore in the 007 classic Goldfinger as she did saying her character's name aloud around nervous studio executives. Blackman, also known for her work in the classic Avengers television series, died Monday at the age of 94.
Arguably the most recognizable Bond girl out of the entire film franchise, Blackman said in a vintage video unearthed by The Hollywood Reporter that the concern over the name from studio brass was silly.
"It's very much tongue-in-cheek, isn't it?" she said. "I mean, if you're so po-faced that you ...
Arguably the most recognizable Bond girl out of the entire film franchise, Blackman said in a vintage video unearthed by The Hollywood Reporter that the concern over the name from studio brass was silly.
"It's very much tongue-in-cheek, isn't it?" she said. "I mean, if you're so po-faced that you ...
Honor Blackman had as good of a time playing Pussy Galore in the 007 classic Goldfinger as she did saying her character's name aloud around nervous studio executives. Blackman, also known for her work in the classic Avengers television series, died Monday at the age of 94.
Arguably the most recognizable Bond girl out of the entire film franchise, Blackman said in a vintage video unearthed by The Hollywood Reporter that the concern over the name from studio brass was silly.
"It's very much tongue-in-cheek, isn't it?" she said. "I mean, if you're so po-faced that you ...
Arguably the most recognizable Bond girl out of the entire film franchise, Blackman said in a vintage video unearthed by The Hollywood Reporter that the concern over the name from studio brass was silly.
"It's very much tongue-in-cheek, isn't it?" she said. "I mean, if you're so po-faced that you ...
Honor Blackman, the beguiling British actress who portrayed the leather-clad Cathy Gale on TV's The Avengers and then Pussy Galore in Goldfinger, has died. She was 94.
Blackman, who first won recognition for her performance as Elizabeth Taylor's friend in the MGM spy tale Conspirator (1949), died at her home in Lewes, Sussex, of natural causes unrelated to the coronavirus, her family told The Guardian.
"As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother," her family said, "Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent. With an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her ...
Blackman, who first won recognition for her performance as Elizabeth Taylor's friend in the MGM spy tale Conspirator (1949), died at her home in Lewes, Sussex, of natural causes unrelated to the coronavirus, her family told The Guardian.
"As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother," her family said, "Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent. With an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her ...
Honor Blackman, the beguiling British actress who portrayed the leather-clad Cathy Gale on TV's The Avengers and then Pussy Galore in Goldfinger, has died. She was 94.
Blackman, who first won recognition for her performance as Elizabeth Taylor's friend in the MGM spy tale Conspirator (1949), died at her home in Lewes, Sussex, of natural causes unrelated to the coronavirus, her family told The Guardian.
"As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother," her family said, "Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent. With an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her ...
Blackman, who first won recognition for her performance as Elizabeth Taylor's friend in the MGM spy tale Conspirator (1949), died at her home in Lewes, Sussex, of natural causes unrelated to the coronavirus, her family told The Guardian.
"As well as being a much-adored mother and grandmother," her family said, "Honor was an actor of hugely prolific creative talent. With an extraordinary combination of beauty, brains and physical prowess, along with her ...
A look back at all the lovely allies and femme fatales who’ve crossed paths with 007 over the years.
Ursula Andress as Honey Ryder, “Dr. No” (1962)
Widely regarded as the first Bond Girl, Honey Ryder’s emergence from the ocean clad in a white bikini is considered one of the most iconic moments in 007 franchise history.
Eunice Gayson as Sylvia Trench, “Dr. No” (1962) & “From Russia With Love” (1963)
Sylvia Trench introduced herself to James Bond as “Trench, Sylvia Trench,” which inspired him to reply with his now iconic “Bond, James Bond” phrase. She’s also the first Bond Girl to appear in more than one film.
Daniela Bianchi as Tatiana Romanova, “From Russia With Love” (1963)
Tasked with seducing and killing James Bond, Tatiana falls for the British spy instead, ultimately teaming up with him to take down the deadly Rosa Klebb.
Honor Blackman as Pussy Galore, “Goldfinger” (1964)
Perhaps the most...
Ursula Andress as Honey Ryder, “Dr. No” (1962)
Widely regarded as the first Bond Girl, Honey Ryder’s emergence from the ocean clad in a white bikini is considered one of the most iconic moments in 007 franchise history.
Eunice Gayson as Sylvia Trench, “Dr. No” (1962) & “From Russia With Love” (1963)
Sylvia Trench introduced herself to James Bond as “Trench, Sylvia Trench,” which inspired him to reply with his now iconic “Bond, James Bond” phrase. She’s also the first Bond Girl to appear in more than one film.
Daniela Bianchi as Tatiana Romanova, “From Russia With Love” (1963)
Tasked with seducing and killing James Bond, Tatiana falls for the British spy instead, ultimately teaming up with him to take down the deadly Rosa Klebb.
Honor Blackman as Pussy Galore, “Goldfinger” (1964)
Perhaps the most...
- 12/4/2019
- by Linda Ge
- The Wrap
David Crow Feb 15, 2019
Kingsman: The Secret Service pulled from a lot of spy movies (and television) to find its tone. We try to list them all!
A few years ago, Fifty Shades of Grey opened on Valentine's Day weekend and shattered all sorts of records... but it was the movie that did almost as well that holiday which has had the longer franchise staying power as the years passed: Kingsman: The Secret Service. With enough charm and gonzo showmanship by director Matthew Vaughn (and comic creator Mark Millar) to be taken seriously, but still featuring the necessary chaos to qualify as a Monty Python gag, Kingsman: The Secret Service was an outrageous dose of bonkers entertainment. Indeed, it found the missing ingredient that James Bond producers have recently lost.
But as the ever dapper Harry Hart (Colin Firth) admits to Taaron Egerton in Kingsman, alongside his worthy foe Richmond Valentine...
Kingsman: The Secret Service pulled from a lot of spy movies (and television) to find its tone. We try to list them all!
A few years ago, Fifty Shades of Grey opened on Valentine's Day weekend and shattered all sorts of records... but it was the movie that did almost as well that holiday which has had the longer franchise staying power as the years passed: Kingsman: The Secret Service. With enough charm and gonzo showmanship by director Matthew Vaughn (and comic creator Mark Millar) to be taken seriously, but still featuring the necessary chaos to qualify as a Monty Python gag, Kingsman: The Secret Service was an outrageous dose of bonkers entertainment. Indeed, it found the missing ingredient that James Bond producers have recently lost.
But as the ever dapper Harry Hart (Colin Firth) admits to Taaron Egerton in Kingsman, alongside his worthy foe Richmond Valentine...
- 2/15/2015
- Den of Geek
I seriously doubt that “Goldfinger” was the first Bond movie I saw, but there’s no question it was the one that cemented my love for the franchise — the gold standard against which all subsequent installments would be judged. It’s a good thing I saw it when I was young, too, because in many ways, it’s the hokiest of the series, with self-parody already setting in by the third film.
The pre-credits episode features Bond scuba-diving in to plant a bomb. When he emerges from the water, he’s wearing a “camoflage” helmet featuring a stuffed seagull perched on top — the sort of gag one might expect in a Leslie Nielsen spy-movie sendup, not the real deal. Later, when introducing himself to Tilly Masterson (sister of the gal dipped in gold), she interrupts the old “Bond, James Bond” line, getting a laugh from audiences who’ve already been...
The pre-credits episode features Bond scuba-diving in to plant a bomb. When he emerges from the water, he’s wearing a “camoflage” helmet featuring a stuffed seagull perched on top — the sort of gag one might expect in a Leslie Nielsen spy-movie sendup, not the real deal. Later, when introducing himself to Tilly Masterson (sister of the gal dipped in gold), she interrupts the old “Bond, James Bond” line, getting a laugh from audiences who’ve already been...
- 6/1/2012
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
Former James Bond star Sir Roger Moore achieved his classic turn as the superspy because he was older - according to ex-Bond girl Honor Blackman.
The 82-year-old British actress played Pussy Galore in the 1964 movie Goldfinger alongside Sir Sean Connery, and believes Moore - who landed the role aged 46 - brought humour to the part because he wasn't a young actor.
She says, "Roger wasn't heavy enough. I think if he had been much younger when he played Bond he might have been more serious and less tongue-in-cheek.
"Sean had the killer instinct and was the sexiest Bond. But I guess he was the first so he became the template."...
The 82-year-old British actress played Pussy Galore in the 1964 movie Goldfinger alongside Sir Sean Connery, and believes Moore - who landed the role aged 46 - brought humour to the part because he wasn't a young actor.
She says, "Roger wasn't heavy enough. I think if he had been much younger when he played Bond he might have been more serious and less tongue-in-cheek.
"Sean had the killer instinct and was the sexiest Bond. But I guess he was the first so he became the template."...
- 4/18/2008
- WENN
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