James Bond
License to Shill: Inside Amazon’s 007 Takeover
It’s the Bond movies’ most shocking plot twist in decades. But will the tech giant’s surprise buyout of the franchise prove deadly? Or could it breathe new life into cinema’s most famous spy?
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Oscars: Music of James Bond Celebrated in Song by Lisa, Doja Cat and Raye
“Live and Let Die,” “Diamonds are Forever” and “Skyfall” were on the set list as Margaret Qualley opened the tribute with a dance performance.
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What Really Drove Barbara Broccoli to Break Up With James Bond?
After decades of fiercely protecting her family business, the longtime Bond producer just sold 007 to Amazon. Nobody can figure out why.
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James Bond and the Mad Dash for Franchise IP
Amazon’s surprise deal to wrest control of 007 from the Broccoli family marks the latest front in a decades-old war to lock up the last remaining billion-dollar franchises.
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Daniel Craig Responds to Amazon MGM Taking Control of James Bond Franchise
The studio will form a new joint venture with producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli to house the series' intellectual property rights.
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Amazon Seizing Creative Control of James Bond Sparks Fandom Fears
Amazon's TV and movie track record is causing fandom worries about Bond's future: "Quite possibly the worst thing to happen to the franchise"
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James Bond Shake-Up: Amazon Takes Creative Control of Franchise From Broccoli Family in New Deal
The studio will take the reins for the 60-year-old movie property, while Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli will remain co-owners as they move to the sidelines as part of a joint venture transaction.
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Former Bond Girl Gemma Arterton Thinks Fans Would Find a Female 007 “Too Outrageous”
The actress said she doesn't regret saying yes to the James Bond universe, but she does feel confused why the minor role has "followed me around."
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Vic Flick, Guitarist on the James Bond Theme Song, Dies at 87
The session musician also performed with The Beatles and played on hits for Tom Jones, Petula Clark and Peter and Gordon.
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Bogner’s New 007-Inspired Collection Is Here for a Very Bond Snow Season
Priced from $290 to $2,300, the spy-ready range features down jackets, ski pants, first layers and more cold weather-ready essentials.
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Merry Saltzman, Daughter of James Bond Producer Harry Saltzman, Dies at 77
She announced plans for a musical based on the 007 character, but it never made it to the stage.
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New Book Examines the Role Propaganda Has Played in the History of British Cinema
Scott Anthony, deputy head of research at the U.K. Science Museum Group, discusses 'The Story of British Propaganda Film,' which examines everything from overt propaganda in the U.K. tied to WWII to more subtle forms found in James Bond, 'The Crown,’ and even ‘Paddington.’
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