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Was ON HER MAJESTY’S SECRET SERVICE good or not?

Was ON HER MAJESTY’S SECRET SERVICE good?  That is a question that Bond fans have been arguing since its release. 

In this episode, Dan and Tom walk through the top 10 reasons why they think ON HER MAJESTY’S SECRET SERVICE is a good movie.  Then they look at it from the other side with the top 10 reasons it is criticized.   

Some things they examine are: 

• George Lazenby 

• The score 

• The action 

• Telly Savalas’ portrayal of Blofeld 

• The emotional depth of the movie 

• The fact that this is, in part, a romance movie 

• And more… 

ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE has gained popularity and likeability as it has aged.

Dan and Tom give you their thoughts. After listening to this episode, we’d love to know which side of the spectrum you are on and why.  Please let us know at info@spymovienavigator.com.  We might give you a shout-out in a future episode and pass your idea on.   

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Come On Bond, Where The Hell Are You - How James Bond Can Survive

James Bond can survive, can't he? “Come on Bond, where the hell are you?” M pleads near the end of NO TIME TO DIE.  Let’s talk about that. 

In this episode, Dan and Tom have fun coming up with some ways that James Bond can survive after the debacle at the end of NO TIME TO DIE.    

Some of their ideas make some sense, some are based on how other fictional characters have survived their demise and still others are just outright wacky. Where are you James Bond? We have a shout-out to Morgan Lisney, a top contributor to our Facebook Group, who had an idea! 

Hopefully, someone at Eon Production is listening. Come on Bond! 

What do you think?  Do any of these ideas make sense?  

Any other fictional characters who have survived their death that we didn’t call out? Any other ways that EON Productions can get themselves out of the corner that they have painted themselves into? How can James Bond survive? 

Let us know at info@spymovienavigator.com.  We might give you a shout-out in a future episode and pass your idea on.   

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THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD - Decoded!

THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD is often considered one of the best spy movies of all time. We couldn’t agree more. In this episode, Dan and Tom decode this classic.

As far as spy movies go, THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD is dark, and probably a bit more realistic in terms of a spy’s life, than anything James Bond does.  There are no Aston Martins here, no tuxedos, no glamorous venues – nothing that could make you smile or feel relaxed much.  The decision to film it in black and white was brilliant and adds to the overall feeling of despair.

The story is fairly complex, and you must pay attention.

Dan and Tom will help guide you through some of the complexities, although they disagree on the ending.

They also discuss how this movie fits into the time of the Cold War and real-world double-agents.

The cast, led by Richard Burton, Claire Bloom, and Oskar Werner, is top shelf. Burton earned a BAFTA Best British Actor win and an Academy Award Nomination for his role as Alec Leamas. The movie picked up seven BAFTA nominations, winning four of them. It also earned an Academy Award Nomination for Best Art Direction-Set Decoration, Black and White, among other industry awards. Oskar Werner picked up a BAFTA nomination for Best Foreign Actor as well.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know.” This should be a must-see for any spy movie fan.  Learn more about it as we decode THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD.

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THE SPY WHO LOVED ME Filming Locations in Sardinia!

THE SPY WHO LOVED ME Filming Locations in Sardinia! Your covert field operatives Dan and Tom trace their exploits in visiting the filming locations in Sardinia, Italy from the James Bond Movie, THE SPY WHO LOVED ME. 

Many people love going to James Bond filming locations. Dan and Tom do as well. Many times, these locations are very cool.  Sardinia, Italy is one such place – simply beautiful and a destination which made the trip that much more fun!

Not everything went smoothly for them:  Issues with their rental car, places that were closed for the season, and, hey, a balcony was missing – all made the trip that much more memorable. That said, they got to all the sites and only needed a 2-night stay to do that.

For the most part, all the Jemes Bond filming locations are all fairly close to each other on Sardinia.  The ferry dock in Palau is the farthest drive from the beaches and hotels from the movie and it is only about a 30-minute or so drive away. Everything else is closer together.  So, get the whole story and tune in!

The sites they talk about are:

• The hotel where James Bond and Agent XXX stay, using the pseudonym Mr. & Mrs. Sterling (in 2 bedrooms because Moneypenny was being overly efficient).  This is also the place where they meet Naomi as she pulls up in the boat.

• The ferry dock where Q brings Bond the Lotus Espirit

• The church and village square where the motorcycle chase starts

• The pullout on the side of the road where Naomi pops up in the helicopter

• The pier where the Lotus plunges into the water

• The beach where the Lotus drives out of the water

They give you some tips about the area and what to look for when hunting these sites.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know” about traveling to James Bond filming locations in Sardinia, Italy!

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

Please send any comments about your visit to these sites or any other filming locations at info@spymovienavigator.com. We’ll give you a shout-out on a future episode!

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Uwe Brosamle Interview – How to visit James Bond filming Locations!

One of the leading experts on traveling to James Bond filming locations worldwide joins us at Cracking the Code of Spy Movies for this amazing segment, our Uwe Brosamle interview!   Uwe Brosamle estimates he’s traveled to over 80% of the James Bond filming locations - and he’s done it in just 10 years.

Most James Bond fans love discovering and visiting James Bond filming locations - and certainly, it is a passion for Dan and Tom - so it is great to talk with an expert on how to do it right.

Tips from Uwe Brosamle

In this fascinating interview, Uwe tells us how he tracks down the locations, meticulously plans his trips (this takes A LOT of time), and gives all of us some tips for planning these special trips which can save us all some serious time. It is great to be able to learn from an expert.

Uwe also talks about some of the challenges in getting into a location once he’s located it. He’s had to deal with renting boats, big dogs, trying to get onto private property, government property, and properties that are just hard to get to (expect that you will have long walks to get to some locations).  Of course, he gives us some suggestions for dealing with these issues.

In his travels, he has come across many very helpful people.  Often by accident.  He tells some stories about these interactions, including one where he knocked on the door of a famous actress.  She was most gracious.

Finally, Uwe talks about some of the artifacts he has found at filming locations.  Apparently, after a shoot, let’s just say, clean-up isn’t quite thorough. That can work to a filming location traveler’s benefit!

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know” about traveling to James Bond filming locations!

If you want to see Uwe Brosamle's fantastic pictures from his filming location travels, check out his Facebook page.

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

Reach out to us

If you enjoyed this episode, the Uwe Brosamle Interview, please let us know at Info@cracking-the-code-of-spy-movies.com.   We’ll give you a shout-out on a future episode!

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DIE ANOTHER DAY – Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

DIE ANOTHER DAY - pre-title sequence decoded! We know that Tom hates DIE ANOTHER DAY, but strangely, he has some kind things to say about this pre-title sequence. Hint: Tom likes hovercraft, surfing, and flamethrowers.  Interestingly, Dan has more negative thoughts in this episode than Tom does, and he doesn’t hate the movie. Take a listen as they decode this very different pre-title sequence!

What makes this pre-title to DIE ANOTHER DAY unique?  Is it better than the movie itself?  Is James Bond really Bond-like here?  Does size matter?  Could James Bond have been less prepared for this mission?  What do those Korean words on the signs mean? What tie-in does Tom find with Stanley Kubrick’s movie 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY? What other movies have had hovercraft chases?

Also, find out the Bond-esque nickname for the big wave surfing area called Pe’ahi, on Maui, Hawaii, where they filmed the opening surfing scene.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know.,” as we hover over some of the landmines in this different pre-title sequence!

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In the episode, we mention this video from MythBusters.

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DR. NO – James Bond’s Critical Choices at end Decoded!

DR. NO - James Bond's choices: At the end of DR. NO, James Bond has to make several potentially life-threatening decisions to escape from Dr. No’s captivity.  What are the choices he needs to make?  How does he decide which path to take?  Was it just luck that he got out of there alive (and with Honey Rider)? 

Dan and Tom break down James Bond’s path and the choices he made from his holding cell to the boat in which he and Honey flee. They discuss Bond’s decisions and the odds against his path working.  Some of the things he encounters are almost comical: others, deadly. 

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know.”   

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Joe Caroff: The most famous designer no one knows - James Bond and beyond!

Today we talk to the most famous graphic designer no one knows: Joe Caroff!  62 years ago, Joe created one of the most identifiable movie logos in history - the 007 logo!

In this episode, we talk with Joe about his work on not just the 007 logo the entire world knows, but his other contributions to the James Bond movie legacy, his non-Bond design work, and more about his background.  

What Joe Caroff has designed in his career will astonish you!! And he tells us about many of his designs: WEST SIDE STORY, THE LAST TANGO IN PARIS, MANHATTAN, ZELIG, THE LAST TEMPTATION OF CHRIST, and THE GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD, to name just a few. 

Joe is 102 years of age and still sharp as a tack.  This is a fascinating person and discussion. 

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know.”  

After listening to this episode, you will want to check out the documentary on his accomplishments currently streaming on MAX.com.  This documentary is called BY DESIGN: THE JOE CAROFF STORY which was written and produced by Marc Cerulli whom we spoke with in last week’s episode. 

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SPY KIDS: ARMAGEDDON - First Reactions - No Spoilers!

SPY KIDS: ARMAGEDDON is the just released kids spy movie. You can find it on Netflix. We give you our non-spoiler look at this movie and let you know if we think this is worth watching. We also talk about why it has a PG rating and is family friendly.

SPY KIDS: ARMAGEDDON is the fifth installment in the Spy Kids franchise. It has an all-new cast and characters. As with the first Spy Kids movie, it is a story about a boy and a girl who don't know that their parents are spies.

This time, there is a video game, lots of gadgets, a villain, a lair, tension with the parents over technology use, and a new character called Bronson.

Are there any spy movies that may have influenced SPY KIDS: ARMAGEDDON? We give you a few.

This movie released on Netflix on September 22, 2023.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know” and get up to date on all things spy movies and series.  

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES. 

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Mark Cerulli on The Making of GOLDFINGER and THUNDERBALL

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GOLDFINGER - Oddjob Character Spotlight, played by Harold Sakata

GOLDFINGER - Oddjob Character Spotlight: Today we dig deeply into the character of Oddjob  in GOLDFINGER - superbly and memorably played by Harold Sakata!

GOLDFINGER set the standard for the James Bond formula. Oddjob is a character that must be placed in our Character Spotlight, as Harold Sakata’s portrayal of Oddjob is flawless.

Yes, he's one of the James Bond series most notorious henchman, he doesn't speak, and he'll do anything so support his boss, Auric Goldfinger. So, how does Harold Sakata make sure you, the audience member, knows he's menacing? Sakata's portrayal of Oddjob gives us an excellent example as to how this should be done.

We look at the various expressions Harold Sakata uses in different scenes in GOLDFINGER. In addition, we'll talk through how they gave us the first look at Oddjob. Just like the slow reveal of new James Bond actors or the first time we see Quarrel in Dr. No, Oddjob doesn't just appear on the screen front and center. It is a powerful way to introduce us to this important character.

Plus, we talk about some of the differences between Oddjob's portrayal in the movie GOLDFINGER versus how he's portrayed in Ian Fleming's novel.

Finally, we discuss Harold Sakata's background and why he was a great choice to play Oddjob. And was there a bet involved in helping him get the role?

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know”. Get up to date on all things spy movies and series.

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

So, enjoy our GOLDFINGER - Oddjob Character Spotlight, played by Harold Sakata episode. We’ll continue the series looking at the actors and roles that help shape spy movies and deserve an encore!

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HEART OF STONE - First Reactions - No Spoilers!

HEART OF STONE - First Reactions - No Spoilers: Another spy movie with Artificial Intelligence at its heart, it has explosions, double crosses, an excellent cast, and most spy movie tropes you can think of. We’ll look at these and other components of the just-released Netflix movie starring Gal Gadot, HEART OF STONE.   

Listen as we give you our no-spoiler review. We’ll keep the spoilers out but give you our opinion and some background to help you determine if HEART OF STONE is worth your time. 

Are there any spy movies that may have influenced HEART OF STONE? We give you a few.

This movie released on Netflix on August 11, 2023.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know” and get up to date on all things spy movies and series.  

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

We hope you enjoyed our HEART OF STONE - First Reactions - No Spoilers. 

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Character Spotlight: Quarrel played by John Kitzmiller in DR. NO

With "Quarrel Played by John Kitzmiller in DR. NO", we are kicking off our new series where we look at character profiles of supporting roles in spy movies. We'll look at the actor, the role, and how this character enhances and enriches the movie.

So, how does Quarrel's role develop throughout DR. NO? How did John Kitzmiller's acting bring out the character of Quarrel?

His facial expressions, straightforward approach to the role, and how Quarrel has contributed to shaping the success of DR. NO - are all decoded!

Plus, we talk a little bit about John Kitzmiller's resume and call out some movies you may like if you like Kitzmiller.

So, have a listen and you'll "Be in the Know". Get up to date on all things spy movies and series.

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

So, enjoy our Character Profile: Quarrel played by John Kitzmiller in DR. NO. We'll continue the series looking at the actors and roles that help shape spy movies and deserve an encore!

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Spy Movie News - July 25 2023 Edition - MR-9 DO OR DIE, AMATEUR, MAGGIORE, RED NOTICE 2, and more!

We also discuss some industry news both for spy movies/series as well as some news affecting the podcast industry.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know” and get up to date on all things spy movies and series.  

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on ourwebsite. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

We hope you enjoyed our Spy Movie News - July 25 2023 edition.  You can find the written versions of this and our other Spy Movie News episodes on our website. 

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Cracking the Code of Spy Movies' Fourth Anniversary Show - 2023!

Welcome to our fourth anniversary show! Yes, SpyMovienavigator.com and our podcast show, Cracking the Code of Spy Movies have just passed their fourth anniversary. Thanks to all of you for listening and getting us here!

Join Dan and Tom as they look back on the past year. It has been an exciting one with interview highlights with Trina Parks, Robert Davi, Julian Glover, Del Singh, James Bond Movie Quizzes, movie reviews, and more.

We focused and decoded a lot more classic spy movies, or movies from decades ago. Many of them you might not have experienced. We talk through these in this episode. You might discover a movie you didn't know about and find a new favorite!  We will help “navigate” you there!

Do us an anniversary favor and Subscribe to our show – and Be in the Know!

So, once you've listened to our fourth anniversary show, please let us know what you think. Is there anything you'd like to see us add for the coming year? You can let us know at info@spymovienavigator.com.

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on our
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Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One First Reactions! No Spoilers!

Dan and Tom just saw MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING PART ONE. Take a listen as they give you their no-spoiler first impression of the movie.  Is it dead-on or dead-wrong?

Is it worth your time and money to go see it? Does the plot work? How's the acting, the score, and the cinematography? How were the stunts? Did the marketing spoil some of the thrills?

We answer these questions and provide our guidance on the movie.

Once you've seen MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING PART ONE, let us know what you think at info@spymovienavigator.com. Are Dan and Tom right?

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Mission: Impossible Arc with Mike Reyes of CinemaBlend.com!

What is the Mission: Impossible arc that covers the first six movies with Ethan Hunt? Really? Is there an arc? If so, was the arc always there but needed to be exposed in the most recent Mission: Impossible movies? Or did they create the arc after the first couple of Ethan Hunt Bond movies?

Well, take a listen as we talk with Mike Reyes of CinemaBlend.com to hear his take on it. Mike writes about movies with a passion toward spy movies. So, does he think there is an arc? If so, what is it?

Let us know what you think at info@spymovienavigator.com. Do you agree with Mike? Has he nailed the arc for the series?

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Spy Movie News June 27 2023 - FUBAR, TRUST NO ONE, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE and more!

What’s new in the spy movie world?  In this Spy Movie News June 27 2023 edition, we look the upcoming spy movies or series: Trust No One, Fubar, Heart of Stone, Argylle, The Wild Wild West, and of course, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One and more!

Speaking of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One, what is it's real release date? Take a listen to find out. It's convoluted.

What impact and effect will the releases of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny on June 30, Barbie and Oppenheimer on July 21st and Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One all happening within 30 days have?.  You have a lot of blockbuster choices to make. But there some industry implications as well. Take a listen to find out what they are.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know” and get up to date on all things spy movies and series.

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

We hope you enjoyed our Spy Movie News June 27 2023 edition. You can find the written versions of this and our other Spy Movie News episodes on our website.

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Restoring the James Bond Vehicles with the Ian Fleming Foundation

Dan and Tom recently were privileged to attend the Ian Fleming Foundation work weekend. This is one of the times that the Foundation spends working on its inventory, restoring the vehicles, and having a great time telling James Bond stories. It was a blast!

We’ll take you backstage and let you hear about how they get these vehicles and what they have to do to restore them so we can all see them in exhibits like Bond in Motion.

THE JAMES BOND VEHICLES

One of the vehicles we discuss is Goldfinger’s plane.  This is a huge and fascinating restoration job.
Steve Targosz discusses this massive project. Another one was one of the Kenworth trucks from LICENCE TO KILL.  Colin Clark walks us through this one. These are two that they are still restoring so you wouldn’t have seen them in a museum yet.

But, we also saw some vehicles that have been restored that we saw.  Leonard Johnson discusses getting
and restoring the fire engine from A VIEW TO A KILL. Colin Clark walks us through getting the plane Sanchez escapes in from LICENCE TO KILL and what shape it is in.

Plus, we talk about, Zao’s green Jaguar from DIE ANOTHER DAY, the helicopter from FROM RUSSIA WITH
LOVE, and lots more!

We’ve included audio clips in this episode from the people who make this happen.

GOING FORWARD

We will be releasing a video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel, Cracking the Code of Spy
Movies on June 30, 2023, so you see the videos and vehicles.

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Trina Parks Talks Thumper And Her Fascinating Career!

Today we are excited to talk with Trina Parks! She played Thumper in the James Bond movie DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER.

In this wide-ranging interview, Ms. Parks discusses:

- Her upbringing by her father, Jazz Saxophonist Charles Frazier

- Her stage career

- Her experience filming her iconic scene as Thumper in DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER

- Meeting Sean Connery for the first time

- Meeting George Lazenby for the first time

- Her experience filming THE BLUES BROTHERS, DARKTOWN STRUTTERS, and THE MUTHERS

- What she is doing now

This one is a lot of fun.

So join us as Trina Parks talks Thumper and her Fascinating Career.

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Spy Movie News - May 30 2023 Edition - NEITHER CONFIRM NOR DENY, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, and more!

Here in our Spy Movie News – May 30 2023 edition we discuss the upcoming spy movies or series: Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning, The Sympathizer, The Black Kaiser, Butterfly, Classified, Fog of War, Neither Confirm Nor Deny, Birdseye, and more.

We'll keep you updated as these movies progress. Some are in early development and other are already filmed.

So, have a listen and you’ll “Be in the Know” and get up to date on all things spy movies and series.

You can check out all of our podcast episodes on your favorite podcast app or on our website. Our channel name is CRACKING THE CODE OF SPY MOVIES.

We hope you enjoyed our Spy Movie News - May 30 2023 edition. You can find the written versions of this and our other Spy Movie News episodes on our website.

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KANDAHAR - No-Spoiler Review!

Join us for our KANDAHAR - No-Spoiler Review. The spy movie KANDAHAR just released this weekend.

Is it worth your time and money to see?

We discuss the actors, cinematography, the portrayal of religion, the political statements, and how there is no place like home in the movie KANDAHAR.

Gerard Butler stars in this one. But, we think Navid Nehahban steals the movie with his role of Mo.

Plus, what is the similarity between KANDAHAR and THE COVENANT, which is still in theaters?

So, take a listen and tell us what you think of our KANDAHAR - No-Spoiler Review!

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Best Bond Pre-title Sequences with Mike Reyes

What are the best Bond pre-title sequences in your mind?  Well, today Mike Reyes of Cinemablend.com joins us to share his thoughts on this.

In 2020, Mike wrote a column called the 11 Most Memorable James Bond Pre-Titles Openings (link in our episode notes on SpyMovieNavigator.com)  So, what are his thoughts 2 1/2 years later?  We know that our James Bond top lists change frequently, so here we dig into 8 pre-title sequences that Mike thinks are definitely noteworthy today. 

So, take a listen and hear how Mike Reyes justifies his list while Dan and Tom comment on the pros and cons and add a couple of pre-titles they think Mike may have missed!

So, join the lively debate!

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THE TRAITORS - A British B Movie Makes the Grade

Join Dan and Tom as they discover THE TRAITORS, a 1962 British B Spy Movie. Does it make the Grade?

Low budget B movies were made, for the most part, to be the second billing on double features. Low-budget doesn't necessarily mean a bad movie. In this episode we dive into THE TRAITORS without giving away the movie.

THE TRAITORS has a good cast starring Patrick Allen, James Maxwell, Jacqueline Ellis, and Zena Walker.

We look at the high-level plot, what makes this a B movie, how espionage is portrayed, the music and more. For the most part, this is espionage!

At Spy Movie Navigator, one of our goals is to identify Influences. Specifically, where a movie was influenced by or has influenced other spy movies and real life. THE TRAITORS has significantly influenced parts of THE FOURTH PROTOCOL, ALLIED, the the Harry Palmer Series, ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE, THUNDERBALL, LICENCE TO KILL and more. Take a listen to find out about these influences.

THE TRAITORS is a fairly common name for movie titles and television shows, including the currently airing games show. So, to be clear, we're examining the 1962 movie here.

So, join Dan and Tom for their THE TRAITORS - A British B Movie Makes the Grade episode.

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NIGHT TRAIN TO MUNICH - Decoded!

Join Dan and Tom for their latest episode, NIGHT TRAIN TO MUNICH - Decoded! This 1940 spy thriller stars Margaret Lockwood, Rex Harrison, and Paul Henreid. And, it received an Oscar nomination for writing.

In this episode we look at some fun and interesting parts of the movie. Are these real cable cars in this spy movie? What are Charters and Caldicott doing in this movie? Did the major events depicted here really happen?  Was this another propaganda war movie?  What influences do we see for future spy movies?   And more.

So, hop aboard the NIGHT TRAIN TO MUNICH!  

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CITADEL - First Reactions & Insights

CITADEL is Amazon Prime's most recent spy series. The first two episodes were released on March 28, 2023.

Dan and Tom have a no-spoiler discussion about these episodes. They give you guidance as to whether you should watch CITADEL and offer insights into the series, looking at the actors, directors, cinematography, sound effects and movies that may have influenced CITADEL.

So, join Dan and Tom for their CITADEL - First Reaction, no-spoiler review.

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AGENT - No-Spoiler Review

Join us for this episode, AGENT - No-Spoiler Review. India's spy movie machine is cranking on all cylinders. AGENT is just the latest with many more in the works.

In this review we give you guidance as to whether or not we think you should see this movie. We do not, however have any spoilers in the review. We give you some guidance and tell you some things that will enhance your viewing of this movie but keep the spoilers out.

So what's AGENT all about? Well, it's key components are Espionage, Revenge, Fights, Dreams, Explosions, and Love. Oh, and is there a THE WIZARD OF OZ component to this movie as well? There is no place like home.

We look at these, the cast, as much plot as we can without spoilers, some of the ways Indian spy movies are different from US or UK based spy movies, and some areas where AGENT may have been influenced by earlier movies. Yes, including THE WIZARD OF OZ.

AGENT is released in Telugu with English subtitles in the US.

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Spy Movie News April 25 2023 - AGENT, DAVOS, GHOSTS OF BEIRUT and more!

NEVER TOO OLD TO DIE, THE SYMPATHIZER, GHOSTS OF BEIRUT, THE GRAY MAN 2, AGENT, DAVOS, MAUDE VS. MAUDE, TIGER VS PATHAAN, and SLOW HORSES are just some of the upcoming spy movies or series that we’ll fill you in on today in our Spy Movie News April 25 2023, edition.   

We also have an update on two actors and some industry news.

So, have a listen and you'll "Be in the Know" and get up to date on all things spy movies and series.

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THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

In this episode, THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!, we answer some intriguing questions from this 14 ½ minute sequence.

Is this a great pre-title sequence? What is Bond doing in a Swiss bank? When is Cigar more than a cigar? How was that bomb detonated? Was the Millennium Dome even open when they filmed this movie? How many pesetas did Bond collect for Sir Robert King? Can Bond survive the jump out the window?

Join us as we answer these questions and more.

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The Ian Fleming Foundation - Doug Redenius Interview

The Ian Fleming Foundation procures James Bond memorabilia, especially the vehicles from the movies. If you've been to Bond in Motion or many James Bond exhibits, you've seen their work.

Here we talk to Doug Redenius, one of the founders of the Ian Fleming Foundation. They are dedicated to the study and preservation of the history of Ian Fleming's literary works, the James Bond phenomenon, and their impact on popular culture.

So, if you like the Hiller UH-12 helicopter used in FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE, Goldfinger's Lockheed US VC-140B Jet Star, the Auto-Rickshaw Tuk-Tuk from OCTOPUSSY, the plane that Sanchez flies in LICENSE TO KILL and many more, take a listen. Doug tells us about these and many other items that the Ian Fleming Foundation has secured. In addition, find out what Doug's favorite find has been. The hunt for these items is fascinating.

Doug tells us what vehicles they have, how they find and procure the vehicles, and how they get the vehicles restored if necessary.

Be a listener, and send us your thoughts on this episode at info@spymovienavigator.com.

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UNDERCOVER BROTHER - Decoded!

Join Dan and Tom as they bring you UNDERCOVER BROTHER - Decoded!  The 2002 movie UNDERCOVER BROTHER is a spy movie that they’ve been wanting to decode for a while. It is very wacky but very racially focused. Some might call it a blaxploitation spoof movie.

They look at this movie, in part, against the backdrop of the recent announcements that the Ian Fleming books are being rereleased and rewritten to remove 'offensive' text. UNDERCOVER BROTHER has many racial jokes against both black and white people. There are even some words that are considered offensive to some people. So, does this movie need to be censored as Flemings books are?

Take a listen and send us your thoughts on this episode, UNDERCOVER BROTHER - Decoded! at info@spymovienavigator.com.

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Spy Movie News-March 28 2023 - Kandahar, Citadel, Lioness, and More!

Citadel, Pathaan, The Bucharest Dossier, Lioness, Mission: Impossible, The Mole Agent, Ghosted and Kandahar are the upcoming spy movies or series that we’ll fill you in on today in our Spy Movie News-March 28 2023 edition.    

We also talk about some industry news and awards.

So, have a listen and you'll "Be in the Know" and get up to date on all things spy movies and series.

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Ian Fleming's Works Edited for Offensive Language - What Would Shakespeare Say?

Ian Fleming Publications has announced that Ian Fleming's works are being edited. They are removing or altering language in the books. This has caused quite a lively discussion amongst James Bond fans and literary fans in general.

This announcement comes shortly after a similar announcement about Roald Dahl's books.

In this podcast episode, Dan and Tom discuss the impact of these changes. Along with their own thoughts, they bring in comments from members of the SpyMovieNavigator Facebook page.

As this seems to be a trend, We look not just at written works, but editing other works of art as well. Are people offended by these changes? What would Shakespeare think?

So, are the comments positive or negative to this rewriting effort? Listen to find out! Then, send us a comment about the discussion at Info@cracking-the-code-of-spy-movies. We'd love to hear from you. Do you think that it is good to see Ian Fleming's works edited?

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BRITISH INTELLIGENCE - Decoded!

BRITISH INTELLIGENCE is a movie starring Boris Karloff!   Not as Frankenstein, or in the Bride of Frankenstein, or The Mummy, no!   He scared all of us for so long in these movies – but here . . . today. . .  we are looking at Karloff as a spy in none other than the 1940 movie, BRITISH INTELLIGENCE!

In short, the basis of the story is that in World War I, the British are making plans to counter the German offense after the German invasion of Poland.  They are making plans but somehow the Germans are aware of their plans and are pounding the British troops as a result -as many casualties are resulting in the Germans somehow knowing the British plans. 

And no one knows HOW the Germans are discovering these plans.   So, James Yeats, played by Leonard Mudie, as head of British Intelligence – must get to the bottom of this!  Arthur Bennett, the cabinet minister, assembles the powers for regular meetings at his home, for planning, and for figuring out how the Germans are getting their plans. 

BRITISH INTELLIGENCE is full of intrigue, espionage, double-crosses, and real spy stuff. It is extremely well done. It stars Boris Karloff as Valdar, Margaret Lindsay as  Helene Von Lorbeer, Bruce Lester as Frank Bennett,  Leonard Mudie as James Yeats and Holmes Herbert as Arthur Bennet. Therefore, you know the acting is superb!

In this episode, we point out some interesting connections, and things to definitely look out for. We'll enhance your viewing experience!  Let's find out how much intelligence the British have.

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Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre - No-Spoiler Review

OPERATION FORTUNE: RUSE DE GUERRE has finally released in the US. Join us for our no-spoiler review of this movie.

We discuss:

• The actors and their roles.
• The wonderful classic Ford Mustang.
• Is there a mole?
• Who had the dirtiest jokes?
• The Costumes
• And More ...

All without any spoilers. Our goal is to let you know if you should spend your time and money seeing this movie. And we will enhance your viewing experience of the movie by giving you hints for things to look out for.

Actors Jason Statham, Hugh Grant, Max Beesley, Cary Elwes, Bugzy Malone and Aubrey Plaza add their skills to this spy movie, especially one of them Tom calls out – so spy movie fans might like this one.   Listen now!

We hope you'll like our Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre no-spoiler review. Send us an email if you watch the movie and let us know what you thought.

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Spy Movie News - February 28 2023 - My Spy: The Eternal City, Operation Fortune, Agent Elvis and more!

Join us for our Spy Movie News - February 28 2023 edition.

In this episode, we will look at the upcoming spy entertainment My Spy: The Eternal City, Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre, Amateur, Butterfly, The Order, Agent Elvis, and more.

Plus, Tom has a rant in this episode where he talks about AMC Theaters as well as James Bond.

So, give us 22 minutes and get up to date on all things spy movies and television.

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Julian Glover Talks FOR YOUR EYES ONLY, Other Roles, and his new book!

JULIAN GLOVER INTERVIEW

Julian Glover talks with Dan and Tom about his fascinating six-decade stage, movie, and television career in a fascinating, wide-ranging, and exciting interview. We also talk about Julian's recently released book called CUE TO CUE. In CUE TO CUE, Glover talks about his life, his career, and includes many photographs to bring it all home.

By listening to this interview, you'll learn a lot about Julian Glover: his awards, working with family members, his audition to play James Bond, his passion for stage acting, and much more. We even talk about some fairly unknown filming facts such as who the waiter was that spilled shrimp all over Julian while filming a dinner scene in FOR YOUR EYES ONLY. We hadn't heard that one before.

JULIAN GLOVER'S CAREER

Spy movie fans will recognize Julian Glover from such roles as Kristatos in FOR YOUR EYES ONLY and Harcourt-Smith in THE FOURTH PROTOCOL. He has had roles in some of the biggest movie and television series such as STAR WARS, INDIANA JONES, HARRY POTTER, and GAME OF THRONES. Television fans will recognize him as Commander Anderson in SPY TRAP, his two roles in THE SAINT, QUILLER, REMINGTON STEELE, THE SPYS OF WARSAW and others.

Julian Glover has recieved three Laurence Olivier Award nominations, winning once for his role as King Henry IV. He has also been awarded Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2013.

So take a listen, we cover all of these things and more.

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10 Reasons to Watch THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO LITTLE!

Join us as we look at 10 reasons to watch THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO LITTLE!

Dan and Tom look at the 1997 spy spoof and tell you why you should watch it. We think it is a fun movie.

The first reason to watch it is that THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO LITTLE is a showcase for Bill Murray. If you like Murray, this movie will be in your wheelhouse. Listen to the episode to hear us explain this one in more detail and to catch the other nine reasons to watch.

We also look at the birthday present Wallace Ritchie gave himself. Discuss whether Lori is good or evil.  Wonder if we could get away with a car chase with the police as Wallace does. And Bill Murray is a Russian dancer, really?

And as usual, we look at potential influences between THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO LITTLE and other movies. We specifically drill into influences with A CHRISTMAS CAROL, MOONRAKER, and OCTOPUSSY.

We enjoyed this movie and with these 10 reasons to watch THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO LITTLE, we hope to encourage you to watch it too.

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PATHAAN - A No-Spoiler Review!

Join us for this episode PATHAAN - a No-Spoiler Review. The hottest movie in India right now is the spy movie PATHAAN. In fact, it broke the opening day record for a movie in India. PATHAAN has a worldwide distribution.

In this review we give you guidance as to whether or not we think you should see this movie. We do not, however have any spoilers in the review. We give you some guidance and tell you some things that will enhance your viewing of this movie but keep the spoilers out.

This is the fourth movie in the YRF Spy Universe so some of the characters will be familiar. PATHAAN has some of the biggest stars in Bollywood, Shah Rukh Kahn, John Abraham, and Salman Kahn.

It is released in Hindi, Tamil, & Telugu with subtitles avaiable. In the UK and US it has English subtitles. So, if you don't speak Hindi, you can still watch PATHAAN. It also has been released in IMAX, Standard 2D and 4DX formats.

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Spy Movie News January 31 2023 - Pathaan, Agent Elvis, Rainbow Six and more!

Here is our Spy Movie News January 31 2023 edition.

In this episode, we talk about these upcoming spy movies and series:

• - Pathaan
• - Lioness
• - Liberté
• - Rainbow Six
• - Face/Off 2
• - The Recruit
• - A Spy Among Friends
• - God's Spy
• - True Lies
• - Slow Horses
• - Kandahar
• - Agent Elvis
• - Heart of Stone
• - The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2
• -Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre

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THE FOURTH PROTOCOL - Decoded!

Join Dan and Tom decode the 1987 movie THE FOURTH PROTOCOL. It stars Michael Caine, Pierce Brosnan, Joanna Cassidy, Ned Beatty, Julian Glover, Michael Gough, and Sir Ian Richardson. We answer the following questions:

• - Who's voice is on the radio giving the secret code to set off a nuclear bomb.
• - What is Batman's butler is doing in this movie?
• - Pierce Brosnan was how old when he made this movie?
• - Is Michael Caine playing another Harry Palmer-type agent?
• - Kim Philby, wasn't he a double agent?
• - What is the fourth protocol anyway? Hint, they never tell us in the movie.
• - Where are the great locations they filmed this?
• - and more...

Oh yeah, and we talk about the plot of this spy thriller.

If you are a fan of SpyMovieNavigator.com and our Cracking the Code of Spy Movies podcast, you'll know that we love movie locations. THE FOURTH PROTOCOL has some great locations and we'll fill you in on them too.

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Gadgets in FOR YOUR EYES ONLY, OCTOPUSSY, and A VIEW TO A KILL

Join us as we take a look at the gadgets in FOR YOUR EYES ONLY (FYEO), OCTOPUSSY, and A VIEW TO A KILL (AVTAK). We know that James Bond movies use a lot of gadgets. So lets look at the gadgets from these three Roger Moore James Bond movies. Are any of them believable?

Some of the gadgets we examine are:

From FOR YOUR EYES ONLY:

• The ATAC Machine
• The Identigraph
• James Bond's Watch

From OCTOPUSSY:

• The briefcase with the hidden compartment
• The fake crocodile
• The DB-5J Jet
• The yo-yo saw

From A VIEW TO A KILL:

• Microchip scanner/locator
• The Microcomparator
• Snooper

That's just a sample, we talk about many more gadgets from these three movies.

So take a listen and let us know what you think of these gadgets in gadgets in FYEO, OCTOPUSSY, and AVTAK. Did we miss any? Did you have the same impression about these? Leave us a comment at info@spymovienavigator.com.

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10 Reasons to watch SPIES LIKE US!

SPIES LIKE US is a comedy about 2 agents who need to help avert nuclear war. It stars Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd. Tom breaks down his 10 reasons why you should watch this movie. Dan disagrees with Tom on this one. So listen to this discussion to see which side you fall on.

We address some very heady topics (remember the movie is a comedy):

• Did the Star Wars or Strategic Defense Initiative work?
• I forgot Ronald Reagan sang in a movie. What movie was it?
• And what was on the television when the laser was fired?

Here are the first three reasons Tom thinks you should listen to this episode.

• Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd work well together here.
• The locations
• The homage SPIES LIKE US pays to the past.

We cover the details around these and seven more reasons.

Once you've listened to this and watched the movie, let us know what you think. Is Tom right or is Dan right? Let us know by emailing us at info@spymovienavigator.com.

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2022 Highlights, Shout Outs, and a Look Ahead

Here is a look back at the 2022 Highlights at SpyMovieNavigator.com.

As we look back on this past calendar year, finishing up 3 and a half years of SpyMovieNavigator.com and our podcast show and YouTube channel, Cracking the Code of Spy Movies, we realized how blessed we have been! 

2022 was a big year for us. In this episode we look at these highlights:

• Launched a redesign of our website
• Started a live monthly trivia game
• Released our weekly Cracking the Code of Spy Movies podcast
• Released 22 YouTube videos on our Cracking The Code of Spy Movies channel
• Conducted numerous interviews
• Continued to grow the Worldwide Community of Spy Movie Fans through our social media presence
• and more ...

So, join Dan and Tom as they look back at their 2022 highlights, give some shout outs to active members of our community, and look ahead to 2023.

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Spy Movie News December 28 2022 – A Spy Among Friends, Paradox Effect and more!

Here is our Spy Movie News December 28 2022 edition.

In this episode, we talk about these upcoming spy movies and series:

• A Spy Among Friends,
• Ballerina,
• Spy x Family,
• Treason,
• Paradox Effect,
• Operation Fortune: Ruse De Guerre
• Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning,
• East Side
• Mission Majnu
• Atomic Blonde 2?

We also discuss an industry award and finish with Tom's Rant. This month Tom gives his opinions of a lawsuit about movie trailers. He's fired up.

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Gadgets in THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN GUN and THE SPY WHO LOVED ME

Join us as we take a look at the gadgets in The Man With The Golden Gun (TMWTGG) and The Spy Who Loved Me (TSWLM). We know that James Bond movies use a lot of gadgets. So lets look at the gadgets from these two Roger Moore James Bond movies. We'll talk about the gadgets we think work well ( like the golden gun) and the gadgets that don't (like Bond's watch at the beginning of The Spy Who Loved Me). And we discuss the viability or believability of each of the gadgets.

Some of the gadgets we'll discuss are:

• The golden gun (TMWTGG)
• The Solex agitator (TMWTGG)
• The flying car (TMWTGG)
• Bond's printing watch (TSWLM)
• The ski pole gun (TSWLM)
• Jaw's teeth (TSWLM)
• The Lotus Espirit (TSWLM)
• and more ...

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Steven Saltzman Interview - Steven talks James Bond and more

Steven Saltzman Interview.

In honor of the 60^th anniversary of James Bond movies, and to get a unique perspective on the making of the first 9 James Bond movies, we invited a very special guest, Steven Saltzman, to join us today! So join us now for this very special and exclusive Steven Saltzman interview!

Steven had a unique childhood as he grew up as the James Bond franchise blossomed. He got to see the movies made and knew the cast and crew, and their children. How? Well, Steven is the son of Harry Saltzman and was a child when the Bond series started. Harry Saltzman co-produced the first nine Eon Productions James Bond movies. He also produced the first three Harry Palmer movies THE IPCRESS FILE, FUNERAL IN BERLIN, and BILLION DOLLAR BRAIN.

Hear Steven Saltzman talk about being on the sets of those early Bond movies, how the family we always hear about in the Bond movies works, how he made some extra money in high school because of his James Bond connection, and many more fun stories of the James Bond world.

Harry Palmer

And of course we talked about the Harry Palmer movies his father produced. And, we talk a bit about the THE IPCRESS FILE television series that was released in Spring of 2022, for which Steven was an Executive Producer.

We have an episode with Steven about the THE IPCRESS FILE series in our March 13, 2022 podcast episode. However, that interview was recorded in between the UK and US releases. We had to couch what we said in order to not give anything away. Now, Steven is able to give us a producer's insight in delivering a show for both the UK and US audiences. There are some things you, the audience member sitting in your own country, probably wouldn't think of. However, the producers must think about these things, as there are cultural differences.

What's Next?

We also discuss some of the projects Steven is working on now. He even gives us a scoop!

So, join us for this fun Steven Saltzman interview. He gives us the elephants (listen to find out what that means).

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NO. 1 OF THE SECRET SERVICE - Decoded!

No 1 of the Secret Service is a goofy 1977 spy movie that spoofs spy movies, especially the James Bond series.

In their discussion Dan and Tom seek to find the answers to such world-impacting questions as:

• He used WHAT to shave?
• Where did we see that actor before?
• Instead of throwing his hat on the hatrack, No. 1 did what?
• Where did they come up with the name Charles Bind?
• Did this movie influence Moonraker?
• And more...

All totalled, we point out over 17 call-backs to the James Bond movies in this spoof.

Dan and Tom disagree about No 1 of the Secret Service. So, take a listen to see if this is a movie you want to watch. Will it become one of your guilty pleasures?

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Spy Movie News - November 29 2022 - Darkness of Man, One Ranger, The Prize and more!

Here is our November 29 2022 Spy Movie News. In this episode we look at eighteen upcoming spy movies or tv series, honor the people who have passed this month who worked on spy movies, and we have a Rant from Tom as well about Daniel Craig.

The movies and tv series we discuss in this episode are

• Face/Off Sequel
• Darkness of Man
• Slow Horses
• One Ranger
• A Spy By Nature
• The Prize
• Ballerina
• Day of the Jackal
• The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
• Dirty Angels
• Operation Napoleon
• Chief of Station
• The Prize
• Canary Black
• Dixie Crystal
• Red Shirt
• Honey Trapped
• They Shined on the Nile

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10 Reasons to Watch SABOTAGE (1936)

Dan and Tom discuss 10 reasons to watch SABOTAGE, the 1936 Alfred Hitchcock spy movie. Sabotage was also released under the titles The Woman Alone and I Married A Murderer.

1. The origin of the movie
2. Spies living among regular people
3. It's hard to identify the enemy
4. Stars one of our favorite spy movie stars
5. Why Hitchcock didn't like John Loder as the detective
6. The influence of a 1935 Disney movie
7. The opening of the movie
8. Romance
9. Exquisite camera and Foley work
10. And of course, Sabotage''s influence on future spy movies.

So, listen to Dan and Tom to find out the details of their 10 reasons to watch SABOTAGE.

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Robert Davi Interview! LICENCE TO KILL's Franz Sanchez!

Robert Davi Interview: Join Dan and Tom as they talk with Robert Davi! James Bond fans know him as Franz Sanchez in the movie Licence to Kill. Die Hard fans know him as Big Johnson. The Goonies fans remember him as the opera-singing Jake. Maybe you know him as the man behind Davi sings Sinatra. Or maybe you know him from one of his other over 170 credits. We all know who Robert Davi is, and now we get to know him better!

Hear Robert Davi discuss being Franz Sanchez, about getting the role, nailing Sanchez's accent, working with the team, and other on set and off set aspects of being Sanchez. He's a prankster and lets us in on a couple of his pranks!

Robert Davi talks about his non-James Bond life, including his music video with Bob Dylan, his other roles and he even discusses his family history. Did you know that there were Daví family members who helped discover America? Listen to our Robert Davi interview to find out more! Fascinating talk with one of the best!

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THE SECRET INVASION (1964) Decoded!

Join Dan and Tom as they dive into the 1964 World War II-based spy movie, THE SECRET INVASION (1964). Roger Corman directed this movie.

British Intelligence assembles a group of prisoners and gives them a chance to be pardoned. All they have to do is free an Italian general detained by the Nazis and survive.

Oh yeah, success is not going to be easy.

We decode THE SECRET INVASION (1964) looking at the plot, the cast, the action, the locations, and more. There is some very good acting in this one. And, we call out some great scenes that have been influenced by real life and other movies.

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Hitchcock spy movie techniques with Tony Lee Moral

Do you want to understand the Alfred Hitchcock spy movie techniques? Tony Lee Moral returns to discuss his new book "The Young Alfred Hitchcock's Movie Making Masterclass". His book teaches you Hitchcock's process of making a movie. We discuss these techniques with Tony and apply them to how Hitch used them in making his spy movies.

Some of the topics we examine are how Hitchcock pionered "the wrongfully accused man", the double chase (or double pursuit), using exotic locations, suave villains, how action and fight scenes are filmed, and of course the MacGuffin, and more. As an example, we look at the Hitchcock quote about spies: “heroes in their own country and villains in the foreign country” and look at how he used this idea in his spy movies.

In addition to looking at where Hitchcock used these techniques, we also discuss where other spy movies have used some of these techniques.

It's an interesting discussion looking at our favorite movie genre through the lens of the master director. Find out what movies use the Hitchcock spy movie techniques.

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Spy Movie News for October 25 2022 - Slow Horses, Litvinenko, Citadel, Our Man From Jersey, James Bond and more!

Here’s our Spy Movie News - October 25, 2022 edition!

Today we will examine spy movies and spy streaming series that are in development.  We’ll look at Slow Horses, Litvinenko, Citadel, Our Man From Jersey, Kompromat, Codeword: Rubicon, The Gray House, A Spy Among Friends, and many more.  We’ll also react to a comment from Elizabeth Banks about her 2019 movie Charlie's Angels.  And we’ll react to something that has scared us that Barbara Broccoli said about Bond 26.

As per usual, you can read our Spy Movie News as articles here if you would prefer to read instead of listen.

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James Bond TOMORROW NEVER DIES Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

Join us as our Decoding session for the pre-title sequence to Tomorrow Never Dies hits the presses. Mike Reyes of Cinemablend.com joins Dan and Tom to discuss this excellent pre-title sequence.

What's it all about? Well, Raymond Benson’s novelization of the movie sheds light on it, David Arnold as series composer adds a new dimension, chess pieces and power,  Judi Dench delivers – and what is her relationship to Geoffrey Palmer?  And yeah boom bang, explosions plane chases decoders and more!  What does this all mean?

Let’s look at the Tomorrow Never Dies pre-title sequence !

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Hitchcock Spy Movies from a Historical Perspective with Kim Putland!

Today we have with us, Kim Humphries Putland who has written a remarkable treatise on Alfred Hitchcock’s spy and espionage genre movies, integrating the current world events into the treatment and unfolding stories in these special movies - history affects the Hitchcock spy movies!

You can find Kim's thesis here.

Kim's podcast is called As Told By Hollywood.

Let's go!

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Global James Bond Day Quick Salute!

Global James Bond Day is every October 5th commemorating the 1962 release of Eon Productions first James Bond movie, DR. NO!

We salute the phenomenon that Eon Productions has built and talk about how Global James Bond Day and this year's 60th Anniversary of DR. NO goes way beyond the movies!

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THE ADVENTURES OF TARTU - Decoded! 8 Great Reasons to Watch!

A spy!  World War II! The Nazis making a deadly gas to use on England! Intrigue, deceit, brutality, executions, explosions, and a love story – all wrapped up into THE ADVENTURES OF TARTU!

Robert Donat and Valerie Hobson are the leads of this fun 1943 spy movie.

This movie follows a mission by a bomb disposal technician who is thrust into an espionage mission because of his language and chemical skills. Much like Donat's role in The 39 Steps, the mission is mainly to find information (a chemical formula in this case), oh and to blow up a chemical plant.

Join Dan and Tom as they discuss eight great reasons why you should watch The Adventures of Tartu. The mission of this episode is to give you some background on the movie and to enhance your viewing of the movie. We'll give you some things to look for while watching it.

The Adventures of Tartu was originally released in the UK under the title Sabotage Agent.

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THE ADVENTURES OF TARTU - Decoded!

A spy!  World War II! The Nazis making a deadly gas to use on England! Intrigue, deceit, brutality, executions, explosions, and a love story – all wrapped up into THE ADVENTURES OF TARTU!

Robert Donat and Valerie Hobson are the leads of this fun spy movie, done in 1943.

This movie follows a mission by a bomb disposal technician who is thrust into an espionage mission because of his language and chemical skills. Much like Donat's role in The 39 Steps, the mission is mainly to find information (a chemical formula in this case), oh and to blow up a chemical plant.

Join Dan and Tom as they discuss eight great reasons why you should watch The Adventures of Tartu. The mission of this episode is to give you some background on the movie and to enhance your viewing of the movie. We'll give you some things to look for while watching it.

The Adventures of Tartu was originally released in the UK under the title Sabotage Agent.

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Spy Movie News for September 27 2022 - Inheritance, Blackbird, Section 8, Mission: Impossible, James Bond and more!

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James Bond GoldenEye Pre-Title Sequence Decoded

The GoldenEye Pre-title sequence gives us a new Bond, a huge dam, bungee Jumping, a chemical weapons plant, Russia, and old friend, 006, a motorcycle jump, Sean Bean's streak of bad luck – and yes, a new era of Bond – let’s dive inside the pre–title sequence of the 1995 James Bond movie, GoldenEye!

The jump, the luck and fate components of the 00 missions, For England, James! And who is in charge here, 006 or 007?   Record kills, squeaking wheels and the meaning of it all!

Join Dan, Tom and Vicky as they Decode the Pre-Title Sequence to GoldenEye!

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Richard Maibaum Papers - James Bond - Curator Interview

Richard Maibaum Papers at the University of Iowa

Richard Maibaum, who wrote many of the James Bond movie screenplays, donated his papers to the University of Iowa. Pete Balestrieri is the curator for Science Fiction and Pop Culture at the University of Iowa Library.

Join Dan and Tom as they have a discussion with Pete on the Richard Maibaum Papers. This collection includes a large selection of Maibaum's working materials he used to write 13 James Bond movies. Pete shares his insights into many topics on the development of the movies. For instance, he talks about Sean Connery's thoughts on the role of Pussy Galore in Goldfinger and what Richard Maibaum did because of those thoughts.

One fascinating part of the collection is the research folders. These contain articles that Maibaum clipped out on a variety of topics he researched for plot points. For instance, there is an article on blimps which he clipped out 3 years before A View To A Kill came out.

But, to us, probably the most interesting part of the collection are the treatments that Maibaum wrote. These are the stories before they are turned into screenplays. As a result, you get to see how the story evolves, sometimes dramatically.It is very cool to read a movie's treatments and see the evolution of the movie's story.

It's not just James Bond

Another key point of the disucssion is that the James Bond materials are only part of the collection. Richard Maibaum wrote many other movies and plays. While you are there you can see some of Maibaum's notes on his other projects including includes OSS, The Great Gatsby, and Tank Force.

Pete discusses the collection, how you can see it and other collections they have at the Library such as the papers from Norman Felton who produced The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

This is a wide-ranging, fun discussion. Pete knows his movie and shares his passion for them in this interview.

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Alfred Hitchcock's THE LADY VANISHES Decoded

Alfred Hitchcock's The Lady Vanishes was released in 1938 and is based, in part, on the book "The Wheel Spins". It has been remade three times for the big screen and television.

As the title implies, a lady vanishes while on a train. This movie is full of intrigue and is a fantastic spy story. So, once again, a train is a key location for a spy movie and here, it is vital for the story. Music is also a key piece to this movie as well. Listen to find out more!

The Lady Vanishes has more humor than most Hitchcock movies. And, the characters Charters and Caldicott appear in this movie for comic relief. They were so successful that they appeared in other movies in the future.

An interesting trivia question is asked about one of the actors in this episode! See if you know the answer!

So, join Dan and Tom as they decode The Lady Vanishes: Plot and scene analysis, new discoveries, and what movies had this movie influenced or how it was influenced by other spy movies. It is a fun journey!

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Spy Movie News - August 30 2022 - Bang!, Dr. Evil, James Bond, Mission: Impossible

In this Spy Movie News - August 30 2022 edition we discuss the September releases of spy movies. We’ll also look at some ongoing projects like Bang!, “True Lies”, The Stranger, “Dr. Evil”, James Bond, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning, Enigma, MR-9, Chief of Station, Spy Kids, Blackbird, and more!

Be in the know in 18 minutes.

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James Bond's LICENCE TO KILL Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

James Bond's Licence to Kill Pre-Title Sequence has a wedding, drug lords, shootouts, lover's quarrels, the DEA, helicopters, parachutes, an airplane chase, and the Florida Keys.

UPDATE: Note, the whip that Sanchez uses comes right out of The Hildebrand Rarity - a stingray tail!   And the voice of the DEA agent saying, “If they hurry, they just might be able to grab the bastard”  is that of Michael G. Wilson!   Thanks to our friend, John Cork for pointing these out to us after listening!

Join undercover agents Dan, Tom and Vicky as they decode new discoveries and connections.

You can watch the pre-title sequence here if you need a refresher.

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ROGUE AGENT - No-Spoiler Review

This Rogue Agent review contains no spoilers.

Rogue Agent is a dramatization of the real-life story of Robert Freegard who is one of the most notorious con men in history. His story of manipulation, "kidnapping", and theft is real and quite disturbing.

James Norton, Gemma Arterton, and Marisa Abela lead this fine cast.

In our quick-fire review, we give you a no-spoiler look at this movie to help you determine if this movie is worth your time. Rogue Agent is likely to be one of those movies you will either love or hate. Our review will help guide you in your choice.

In addition, our Rogue Agent review is designed to enhance your viewing experience of the movie as we give you some background information the movie doesn't.

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Alfred Hitchcock's NOTORIOUS Decoded!

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CARTER - A No-Spoiler Review

This 13-minute Quick-Fire no-spoiler review of the newest Netflix spy movie, Carter will help you decide if Carter is worth your time.  This Korean movie is a high-action spy thriller that we think you will either love or hate.  We'll help you figure it out!

Our Quick-Fire reviews have no spoilers and are designed to enhance your viewing pleasure if you decide to see the movie. You will get more out of the movie by listening first!

You can listen to more of our podcasts either in your favorite podcast app or on our website's podcast page.

What did you think of this episode, “Carter – A No-Spoiler Review”?  Did it help you decide? If you watched the movie, did our Review enhance your viewing experience?

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Dr. No's Impact On The James Bond Franchise

Celebrating Dr. No's 60th Anniversry

Dr. No's impact on the James Bond franchise is tremendous. This movie started the James Bond franchise for movie fans 60 years ago. Additionally, it set the stage for the all of the James Bond movies that followed. It even helped shape future non-Bond spy movies. So, join us as we celebrate Dr. No's anniversary by taking a look at how it shaped what we see in the franchise going forward.

We start where the movie starts with the gun barrel sequence and continue on through the music, the classic line "Bond, James Bond", the humor, the gadgets, the exotic locations, the great poster's like this Mitchell Hooks' poster for Dr. No, and much, much more. Then, of course, we look at Sean Connery. We see how he established the character of James Bond while initiating the role.

What hooked you?

So, which item that premiered in Dr. No hooked you on James Bond? Was it the Walther PPK, the Bond Girls, the villains, the chases, the martini's and the finer things in life? We discuss all of these things that showcase Dr. No's impact on the franchise.

What's missing in Dr. No that we see in later James Bond movies? Well, the pre-title sequence and the DB5 come in movies that followed Dr. No. Of course, we talk about that too.

What do you think of Dr. No's Impact on the franchise?

Once you've listened please give us feedback. Do you disagree with anything we've called out? Did we miss anything? Is there something we called out that you wish the movie didn't have? To give us feedback, You can leave us a voice mail message on our website or send us an email at info@spymovienavigator.com. We'd love to hear your thoughts. Undoubtedly you'll have some.

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Spy Movie News - July 26 2022 - Blackbird, Kingsman 3, Sicario 3, The Gray Man

Here is our Spy Movie News for 7/26/2022. We discuss the August releases of spy movies. We’ll look at some ongoing projects like Blackbird, Kingsman 3, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning - Part One, The Gray Man 2, Sicario 3, Spy Kids, and take a quick look back at Austin Powers in Goldmember and True Lies.

Be in the know in 16 minutes and be up-to-date on the spy movie industry!

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THE GRAY MAN - Quick-Fire Review - No Spoilers

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James Bond's THE LIVING DAYLIGHTS Pre-Title Decoded!

Gibraltar! Spies parachuting in! Paint balls! Hedgehogs! Macaques, a chase, a yacht, smiert spionam and . . . a new James Bond! All in the pre-title sequence to THE LIVING DAYLIGHTS!

Join undercover agents Dan, Tom and Vicky as they decode new discoveries and connections!

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CODE NAME BANSHEE - Quick-Fire Review - No Spoilers

Code Name Banshee is a new action movie starring Jaime King and Antonio Banderas, Join us as we take a no-spoiler look at this movie.

Code Name Banshee is available for streaming and is on a limited theatrical release.

We saw it in a theater, Should you?

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Spy Movie News - June 28 2022 - The Gray Man, Spy Kids, Slow Horses and more!

Join us for our Spy Movie News for June 28 2022. In this episode we look at spy movies being released in theater and on streaming platforms in July, 2022, including The Gray Man and Code Name Banshee. We'll also look at spy movies in production and some industry news. Oh, and we'll throw in a tidbit about the Glastonbury festival and a show coming to Broadway.

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James Bond's A VIEW TO A KILL - Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

A dead MI6 agent, Micro-chips, icy boats, Bond chased on skies, Beluga caviar and vodka shaken – all in the pre-title sequence of A VIEW TO A KILL!

Join undercover agents Dan, Tom and Vicky as they decode and uncover new discoveries and connections in this solid pre-title sequence!

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Interview with Del Singh the Turban Expert and Maker for James Bond's OCTOPUSSY!

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Spy Movie News May 31, 2022: Sean Connery's DB5, Streaming Releases, More!

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ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE - On Location - Road Where Tracy is Killed

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Interview with author Tony Lee Moral on Alfred Hitchcock's NOTORIOUS

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OPERATION MINCEMEAT Quick-Fire Review - No Spoilers

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James Bond's OCTOPUSSY Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Spy Movie News April 26 2022! Bond news, Slow Horses, Spy Kids, Streaming Service News!

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE Gadgets in Ghost Protocol, Rogue Nation and Fallout!

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ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE - On Location - Wedding Reception and Bull Ring

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ALL THE OLD KNIVES First Reactions - No Spoilers!

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Interview w/Director & Screenwriter for ALL THE OLD KNIVES!

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Spy Movie News March 29 2022 Bond Awards, MGM/Amazon, All the Old Knives, Red Notice 2 & 3, Agent Game More!

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James Bond's FOR YOUR EYES ONLY Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Steven Saltzman – An interview with the Executive Producer of THE IPCRESS FILE 6-part series!

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THE IPCRESS FILE Series Launched! Is it worth your time?

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - Gadgets in M:I 1, 2, and 3!

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James Bond's MOONRAKER Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Spy Movie News February 22 2022 - New Spy TV Series, Operation Fortune, Bond, Mission Impossible, Awards More!

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BLACKLIGHT - Quick-Fire No Spoiler Review

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THE IPCRESS FILE - ITV Series Briefing With Actors, Director

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THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH (1934 & 1956 - Hitchcock) Decoded!

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Spy Movie News January 25 2022 - Bond, Mission: Impossible, Blacklight, Eraser: Reborn, Conmen, More!

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THE SPY WHO LOVED ME Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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THE 355 - Quick-Fire No Spoiler Review!

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Brigitte Millar - Dr. Vogel in SPECTRE and NO TIME TO DIE!

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Spy Movie News - Dec. 29 2021 - Kingsman, Red Notice, MI, Argylle, Operation Fortune, More

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THE KING’S MAN - QuickFire Review

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88 Influences - KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE

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79 Influences on KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE

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ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE On-Location - Formal Gardens (Love Montage)

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A Real CIA Spy Decodes Real vs Movie Spies!

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Spy Movie News Nov. 30 2021: James Bond, Craig, Mission Impossible 8, The King's Man, The Night Agent, More!

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NO TIME TO DIE Decoding the Pluses and Minuses!

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THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN GUN Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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RED NOTICE: A Quick-Fire Review - No Spoilers!

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DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Filming Location Revealed with Matt Sherman!

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Spy Movie News October 26 2021 - James Bond, No Time to Die, Red Notice, The King's Man, more!

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James Bond's Walther PPK w/ Firearms Expert, Tom Whiteman

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NO TIME TO DIE –Theater Viewing Formats Guide: 2D, 3D, 4DX, IMAX - NO SPOILERS

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James Bond’s SPECTRE Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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James Bond's SKYFALL Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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NO TIME TO DIE No Spoilers First Reactions and Fan Reactions!

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Spy Movie News September 28 2021 NO TIME TO DIE, M:I7, THE KING'S MAN, More!

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James Bond's QUANTUM OF SOLACE Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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James Bond's CASINO ROYALE Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Gadgets in James Bond's YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE Decoded!

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James Bond - The Daniel Craig Arc from CASINO ROYALE to SPECTRE and Beyond!

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Spy Movie News August 24 2021: Bond, MI7, The Gray Man, Argylle more!

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THE PROTEGE - a Quick-Fire, No-Spoilers Review!

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THE LAST MERCENARY - A Quick-Fire No-Spoilers Look!

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MISSION IMPOSSIBLE II Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Second Anniversary Show!

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Spy Movie News July 27 2021 Black Widow, M7, No Time to Die+

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Gadgets in James Bond's THUNDERBALL Decoded!

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BLACK WIDOW - a Quick-Fire , No Spoiler Reaction!

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LIVE AND LET DIE Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Spy Movie News June 29 2021: Amazon, 007, Fleming, Gray Man, Black Widow More!

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BILLION DOLLAR BRAIN - Decoded!

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Cracking the Code of Spy Movies - What Our Podcasts & Videos are About! In 35 Seconds!

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Harry Palmer, Len Deighton, BILLION DOLLAR BRAIN with Rob Mallows!

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DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Spy Movie News - June 1 2021: Amazon/MGM, Broccoli, Bond & Marvel More!

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ON HER MAJESTY’S SECRET SERVICE Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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8 James Bond Movies Discussed by Worldwide Community of Spy Movie Fans!

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CLIFF WALKERS - A Quick-Fire Look - No Spoilers!

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Spy Movie News May 4 2021

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James Bond Filming Locations Around the World - with Johannes Eklund

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YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE Pre-Title Sequence Decoded

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Spy Movies For Kids - behind the PG rating of SPIES IN DISGUISE!

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MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 1 Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Spy Movie News March 30 2021

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THE COURIER - A Quick-Fire Look at the Greville Wynne-Oleg Penkovsky Cold War spy thriller

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THUNDERBALL - Pre-Title Sequence Decoded

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GOLDFINGER - Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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Spy Movie News - March 9 2021 Mission Impossible, James Bond, The Gray Man, Agent Game & More

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FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE - Pre-Title Sequence Decoded!

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YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE - Scene and Title Song Analysis!

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Spy Movie News Feb 16 2021 No Time To Die, M:I 7, Disney, Streaming, Black Widow More!

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Terence Mountain interview - He was in ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE & DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER!

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Gadgets in James Bond's DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER - Can You Believe it?

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Spy Movie News 1/26/21: No Time to Die, M:I, Black Widow, The King's Man, More

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BONDage in Space - Tying Up the Gadgets in MOONRAKER!

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Spy Movie News Jan 12 2021 No Time to Die Delay? Mission Impossible 7, James Bond and 007, The 355 and more

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Spy Movie News Dec 29 2020 MGM for Sale, NTTD, Mission: Impossible rant, The Survivalist, Tenet Costumes & More!

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Gadgets: From RUSSIA W/LOVE & GOLDFINGER - Can You Believe It?

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Gadgets FRWL & Goldfinger - Can You Believe it?

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Spy Movie News Dec 8 2020: NTTD, WarnerMedia, Women Spies, M:I, a Real James Bond, Black Widow, The 355

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Derek Lyons - 4 Bond movies, Star Wars, Indiana Jones - tells Back Stories!

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Spy Movie News Mid-November: NTTD, Red Notice, M:I, a real James Bond

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International James Bond Trivia Marathon - Nov 14 2020

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Steven Jay Rubin - The James Bond Movie Encyclopedia

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Sir Sean Connery Tribute - 2020

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Dalton As Bond With Film Prof/Author Dr. Cary Edwards

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Spy Movie News October 27 2020 - M:I7, NTTD Soundtrack,. Jet Packs!

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FUNERAL IN BERLIN (1966) - Scene Analysis & Connections - Part 1

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Spy Movie News: Oct 3 2020 - NO TIME TO DIE Delay & Fan Reactions

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Spy Movie News Oct 1 2020 - NO TIME TO DIE!

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE II - Decoded Part 2

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE II - Part 2

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Spy Movie News Sept 24 2020 : Black Widow, Mission Impossible, No Time To Die, Pinewood Studios, Red Notice, More!

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE II - Decoded Part 1

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE II - Part 1

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Spy Movie News Sept 15 2020: RED NOTICE, FIVE EYES, M:I 7, THE DUKE, TENET, NTTD

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Gadgets - OHMSS & LIVE AND LET DIE - Can you Believe It?

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NO TIME TO DIE Sept. 3 2020 Trailer - Analysis & Perspective!

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Spy Movie News - Sept 1 2020: NO TIME TO DIE., M: I 7, TENET, THE KING'S MAN

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TENET (2020) - A Quick-Fire Look (NO SPOILERS)

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THE IPCRESS FILE (1965) - Part 2

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THE IPCRESS FILE - Part 1

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Spy Movie News -- Tenet, The King's Man, Black Widow, & Red Notice - 8/11/2020

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Gadgets in Spy Movies - DR. NO & SKYFALL - Can You Believe It?

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Spy Movie News: MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 7 & NO TIME TO DIE Updates August 2020

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THUNDERBALL - A Deep Dive - Part 2

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THUNDERBALL - A Deep Dive - Part 1

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THE SILENT ENEMY (1958) - a THUNDERBALL Inspiration?

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MY SPY (2020) - A Quick-Fire Look

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Part 2: A Talk with QUANTUM OF SOLACE Director of Photography, Roberto Schaefer, ASC, AIC

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First Anniversary Show!

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A Talk with QUANTUM OF SOLACE Director of Photography, Roberto Schaefer, ASC, AIC - Part 1

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Q PLANES (1939) - Historical Influences on the Movie!

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Q PLANES (1939) aka CLOUDS OVER EUROPE

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Team Fukunaga and Waller-Bridge - Will This NO TIME TO DIE Team Work?

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THE SPY NEXT DOOR Decoded! (2010)

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The Spy Next Door (2010)

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Drinking With Bond - Literally!

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NORTH BY NORTHWEST - Decoded Part 2

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North by Northwest Part 2

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NORTH BY NORTHWEST - Decoded Part 1

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North by Northwest - Part 1

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C2E2 Show Chicago: What Do Real Spy Movie Fans Think?

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All That Glitters - the Gold in GOLDFINGER - Part 2

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All That Glitters - the Gold in GOLDFINGER - Part 1

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Reel Art Collectibles - Movie Collectibles Galore!

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NO TIME TO DIE Title Song by Billie Eilish - Reactions & Lyrics Analysis

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NO TIME TO DIE Oscars Trailer Reaction!

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In NO TIME TO DIE, It IS Time for SOMEBODY To Die!

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NO TIME TO DIE Official Game Day Spot 2020 - Trailer Discussion!

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SECRET AGENT- Secret Agents Were Not That Secret Even in 1936!

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SECRET AGENT- Hitchcock's Classic 1936 Spy Movie!

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James Bond Spy Movie Collectibles

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Spyscape Spy Museum New York Tour With Ian Oldaker!

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James Bond is Like Coca-Cola Which is Why for Bond, This is NO TIME TO DIE!

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SPIES IN DISGUISE - A Quick-Fire Look

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Cracking the Code of Spy Movies - a Look at 2019 and A Look Ahead to 2020

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NO TIME TO DIE Trailer Discussion December 2019

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Examining Ian Fleming's Original James Bond Manuscripts - Part 1

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Charlie's Angels (2019) - A Quick-Fire Look

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The Spies Who Loathe Me - Why Bond is a Franchise Target!

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Spy Movies & Real World Connections - Part 2

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Spy Movies & Real World Connections - Part 1

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His World Never Dies - The Evolution of James Bond - in Movies

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FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE - The United States was far FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE in 1963 - Part One

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Spy Movie Navigator visits LICENCE TO KILL Filming Locations in Key West Florida (USA)

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Spy Movie Navigator visits GOLDFINGER Filming Locations in Miami Florida (USA)

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THE 39 STEPS

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James Bond is to Spies What Sherlock Holmes is to Detectives!

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - Is It Impossible To Bring A Successful TV Show to Film? Mission Impossible Does it!

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Why DR. NO is Dr. YES For Spy Movie Fans!

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SpyMovieNavigator - All About Spy Movies!

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