I kind of want to read the script, justifying it like how movies are better when you read the book first. But since Bond films have rarely followed the books so closely (with the exception of FRWL and OHMSS) I think I better wait for films to come out since reading the book is often quite different from reading the script.
I re-watched it two or three times straight off because I seriously mis-heard Mr White's line - "you're a c*nt, dancing in a hurricane Mr Bond". Bit strong I thought, especially for a no-cuts trailer.
I re-watched it two or three times straight off because I seriously mis-heard Mr White's line - "you're a c*nt, dancing in a hurricane Mr Bond". Bit strong I thought, especially for a no-cuts trailer.
I re-watched it two or three times straight off because I seriously mis-heard Mr White's line - "you're a c*nt, dancing in a hurricane Mr Bond". Bit strong I thought, especially for a no-cuts trailer.
Then I realised it was kite!! Doh!
would be hilarious if Mr. White called Bond a c*nt.
He does look to have something wrong with his eyes
( looking at horrible lime green trainers, I guess )
I also loved the line ...
" I always knew Death would come with a familiar face, but not yours !" -{
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Is there something wrong with Mr White's eyes? Is he now blind?
I'm guessing his eyes are dilated. I get the impression he's in hiding and probably hasn't been in the daylight in years. Since it's a movie, it's just an exaggerated dilation for effect.
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I share your pain BLeiter! I too have stuck my fingers in my ears going "La, la, la." Usually I only have to do that when Pussy and Capt Scarlet have a drunken sing song in the SABS!
The trailer does not give too much away, and I think there is excellent potential here. I hope we DON'T get some hideously awful twist such as Bond and Blofeld are close, or M is part of Quantum, because to me, that would damage the Bond myths, and be cheap theatrics for one plotline.
Reassuring to see that Ms Harris is as lovely and engaging as always too. She has def earned her stars in the Moneypenny hall of fame.
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Getting back to the trailer, although I liked it overall, I didn't like Moneypenny's comment "you don't trust anyone."
First, this dialogue is incredibly "on the nose" and the same idea could've been communicated much more subtly.
Second, this bit of dialogue is a standard bit of screenwriting nonsense. There's a "rule" now that a secondary character must tell the main character (preferably within the first ten minutes of the film) what his problem is and this will become the theme of the movie.
I hope this gets cleaned up a bit for the final version.
Babs, if you need some input, I'm available here on AJB. Almost anytime.
I thought this bit of dialogue was a bit odd at first, and I wondered how it would fit into the film. Then it occurred to me that perhaps it was just for the trailer. The Skyfall one had a line from M, when she is typing Bond's obituary, which goes something like "what can you say about a man like that", that we didn't hear in the film itself. Maybe this bit from Moneypenny is along the same lines?
Wow, I'm blown away, really. Just saw the trailer. Goosebumps, good sign. Very shadow-ish and dark. I love the use of shadows to conceal what they don't want us to see (yet). I love everything.
That "you don't trust anyone" from Moneypenny sounds quite mysterious, and it really sets the stage for "who is Blofeld". And it could be anyone.
Getting back to the trailer, although I liked it overall, I didn't like Moneypenny's comment "you don't trust anyone."
First, this dialogue is incredibly "on the nose" and the same idea could've been communicated much more subtly.
Second, this bit of dialogue is a standard bit of screenwriting nonsense. There's a "rule" now that a secondary character must tell the main character (preferably within the first ten minutes of the film) what his problem is and this will become the theme of the movie.
I hope this gets cleaned up a bit for the final version.
Babs, if you need some input, I'm available here on AJB. Almost anytime.
It's nothing different from what M said to him in Casino Royale when Solange's body was found. Moneypenny was being blunt, you wouldn't deliver a line like that subtly in the real world, maybe it's the cold side of us English. We need to wait and see the full scene.
They have an outline up which doesn't go into too much detail, but says basically what happens in bits and pieces up. I can give you the reddit link if you want. and its faster than reading the whole actual script. I just read what happens up till the opening song and a few stuff after.
ifying it like how movies are better when you read the book first. But since Bond films have rarely followed the books so closely (with the exception of FRWL and OHMSS) I think I better wait for films to come out since reading the book is often quite different from reading the script.
Getting back to the trailer, although I liked it overall, I didn't like Moneypenny's comment "you don't trust anyone."
First, this dialogue is incredibly "on the nose" and the same idea could've been communicated much more subtly.
Second, this bit of dialogue is a standard bit of screenwriting nonsense. There's a "rule" now that a secondary character must tell the main character (preferably within the first ten minutes of the film) what his problem is and this will become the theme of the movie.
I hope this gets cleaned up a bit for the final version.
Babs, if you need some input, I'm available here on AJB. Almost anytime.
I thought this bit of dialogue was a bit odd at first, and I wondered how it would fit into the film. Then it occurred to me that perhaps it was just for the trailer. The Skyfall one had a line from M, when she is typing Bond's obituary, which goes something like "what can you say about a man like that", that we didn't hear in the film itself. Maybe this bit from Moneypenny is along the same lines?
They have an outline up which doesn't go into too much detail, but says basically what happens in bits and pieces up. I can give you the reddit link if you want. and its faster than reading the whole actual script. I just read what happens up till the opening song and a few stuff after.
ifying it like how movies are better when you read the book first. But since Bond films have rarely followed the books so closely (with the exception of FRWL and OHMSS) I think I better wait for films to come out since reading the book is often quite different from reading the script.
I still think I'd rather not know. Once I see it I can't go back.
Sadly Caroline Bliss didn't get to do much as Moneypenny. So many times
I think she gets forgotten. Although I remember TSA saying he met her in his
Shop and she was a lovely person and still beautiful. -{
"I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
She has already proved herself better than Caroline Bliss and Samantha Bond. I really hated Samantha Bond's Moneypenny.
I really loved Caroline Bliss, but the court injunction put a stop to that...
Caroline Bliss was the best Moneypenny. Samantha Bond wasn't too bad in GE and TND, after that she lost her way a bit.
Lois Maxwell was better when she was hamming up with Roger.
Not sure about Harris yet. A bit too annoying so far.
I don't mind Caroline Bliss, but I think it was Timothy Dalton's fault that she didn't find her place. His interactions with her were pretty awful in The Living Daylights. I found Samantha Bond thoroughly annoying in all of her films. I wish they held on to Caroline Bliss for Brosnan's films.
I quite liked Bond's Moneypenny. Die Another Day wasn't her fault and she was great in Goldeneye. TND and TWINE were solid enough performances by her IMO though I feel like she peaked with Goldeneye.
"You are about to wake when you dream that you are dreaming"
Naiomi Harris is a totally different take on the Money Penny character. A former field agent, now administrative / personal assistant to "M". The jury is still out IMO....need to see where this all goes in "SPECTRE". I have a feeling she will be established as one of Bond's few "friends" (possibly with"benefits) and confidante.
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I have no problem not reading the leaked scripts, but the trailer is another story!
Next time I watch it, I'll be thinking of that dialogue !
( looking at horrible lime green trainers, I guess )
I also loved the line ...
" I always knew Death would come with a familiar face, but not yours !" -{
I'm guessing his eyes are dilated. I get the impression he's in hiding and probably hasn't been in the daylight in years. Since it's a movie, it's just an exaggerated dilation for effect.
The trailer does not give too much away, and I think there is excellent potential here. I hope we DON'T get some hideously awful twist such as Bond and Blofeld are close, or M is part of Quantum, because to me, that would damage the Bond myths, and be cheap theatrics for one plotline.
Reassuring to see that Ms Harris is as lovely and engaging as always too. She has def earned her stars in the Moneypenny hall of fame.
I thought this bit of dialogue was a bit odd at first, and I wondered how it would fit into the film. Then it occurred to me that perhaps it was just for the trailer. The Skyfall one had a line from M, when she is typing Bond's obituary, which goes something like "what can you say about a man like that", that we didn't hear in the film itself. Maybe this bit from Moneypenny is along the same lines?
That "you don't trust anyone" from Moneypenny sounds quite mysterious, and it really sets the stage for "who is Blofeld". And it could be anyone.
She has already proved herself better than Caroline Bliss and Samantha Bond. I really hated Samantha Bond's Moneypenny.
It's nothing different from what M said to him in Casino Royale when Solange's body was found. Moneypenny was being blunt, you wouldn't deliver a line like that subtly in the real world, maybe it's the cold side of us English. We need to wait and see the full scene.
I still think I'd rather not know. Once I see it I can't go back.
I really loved Caroline Bliss, but the court injunction put a stop to that...
Caroline Bliss was the best Moneypenny. Samantha Bond wasn't too bad in GE and TND, after that she lost her way a bit.
Lois Maxwell was better when she was hamming up with Roger.
Not sure about Harris yet. A bit too annoying so far.
I think she gets forgotten. Although I remember TSA saying he met her in his
Shop and she was a lovely person and still beautiful. -{
I don't mind Caroline Bliss, but I think it was Timothy Dalton's fault that she didn't find her place. His interactions with her were pretty awful in The Living Daylights. I found Samantha Bond thoroughly annoying in all of her films. I wish they held on to Caroline Bliss for Brosnan's films.
Who'd enjoy a pint and a good dirty joke.
I didn't mind Samantha Bond at all, but I agree that so far Ms. Harris is the best Moneypenny since the incomparable Ms. Maxwell. {[]