In Search of James Bond with Jonathan Ross (1995)

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Jonathan Ross delves into the world of James Bond and meets with new and former cast members who reveal humorous stories and anecdotes in a series of interviews. All the 5 Bonds at the time are featured, though only Lazenby (reflecting in the usual frank, self criticizing manner), Moore and Brosnan granted an interview. Connery and Dalton are featured through some unused footage from LWT's 30 years of James Bond program. The ever faithful Desmond Llewelyn turns up in character as well as some other less related peeps like Christopher Lee, Paul McCartney and the ultimate playboy: Hugh Hefner -- who all give an interesting perspective on the worlds most famous spy.

Overview
"Looking For James Bond with Jonathan Ross" is a British television documentary hosted by Jonathan Ross in 1995. The movie looks into the world of James Bond, exploring the iconic movie franchise's origins, its well-known leading stars, and its global cultural impact over the decades since the very first film's best in 1962.

Host and Approach
The host, Jonathan Ross, himself a James Bond fan, approaches the subject with both humor and respect. Understood for his wit and interesting discussion design, Ross engages his audience and treats them to a deep dive into the surprising truths, unforgettable quotes, and covert quirks behind the world's most popular spy.

Movie Content
Ross takes the audiences on a journey through the history of Bond movies, beginning with the origin of the character from Ian Fleming's novels. The documentary highlights the early years when the Bond character was brought to life by Sean Connery, who gave Bond his ultimate cool and suave behavior. The host then talks about the varying interpretations of the character by succeeding actors like Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, and Pierce Brosnan.

Cultural Impact of Bond
Ross also takes a look at the cultural significance of James Bond - a character that has actually become associated with experience, masculinity, and sophistication. Additionally, the effect of Bond's changing image over the decades shows societal and cultural shifts, affecting how Bond is represented and received worldwide.

Behind-the-scenes Elements
The documentary likewise gives screen time to the behind-the-scenes components that add to Bond movies' distinct identity. Noteworthy subjects include the beginning of Bond's classic Aston Martin, to the creation of death-defying stunts, gadgetry, sexy Bond women, and the extraordinary Bond theme music. It integrates interviews with crucial production workers and scenes from Bond motion pictures to improve the audience's understanding.

Bond Legacy and Future
The film concludes with a look at the Bond franchise's future, as Ross considers how Bond will continue to captivate audiences in an ever-evolving world. The documentary ends with an optimistic tone on Bond's durability and impact, showing the continued significance of 007 in modern-day popular culture.

Overall, "In Search of James Bond with Jonathan Ross" is an extensive guide to the world of James Bond, exploring its past, analyzing its present, and pondering its future.

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