The name’s Bond . . . book Bond
Over the decades, five of them now, Bond visuals have captured cinema’s most compelling super-spy in a way that has stood the test of time.
Bond posters too, were, and still are, some of the most recognisable.
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Hide AdWhether it’s a gun-totting Sean Connery surrounded by a bevvy of beauties (Dr No); a montage of action scenes involving Roger Moore (For Your Eyes Only); or Bond girl Denise Richards looking tragic and beautiful in a Japanese advert (The World Is Not Enough) - the makers of new book, James Bond: 50 Years of Movie Posters, say it provides a “kaleidoscope of Bond imagery that captures, distils and defines” what James Bond is all about.
Such posters are rare, valuable and much sought-after, as are the examples of unpublished, unused concept artwork (posters, teasers, lobby cards, etc.) that also featured in the book. Yet despite all the girls, guns and super-villains, there’s clear enthusiasm and good taste involved.
Speaking of good taste, Roger Moore - possibly the most suave Bond there has ever been - is very much involved in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the movies.
“I’m starting a tour very shortly promoting my new book, which celebrates 50 years of Bond,” says Moore, now 84-years-old.
“There is no film franchise that can boast 22 films over 50 years. It’s completely unique.”
Meanwhile, packaged in a slipcase with two art prints, James Bond: 50 Years Of Movie Posters, is sure to leave Bond fans shaken and just a little bit stirred.
James Bond: 50 Years Of Movie Posters, published by DK Books, is now available, £35