Top Gear: 50 Years of Bond Cars (2012)

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Richard Hammond celebrates 50 years of Bond's amazing history with cars revealing the entertaining behind-the-scenes stories of the most iconic cars.

Overview
"Top Gear: 50 Years of Bond Cars" is a one-off special episode by Top Gear, a British tv series about motor vehicles that was presented by Richard Hammond and first aired in 2012. This particular episode celebrates 50 marvelous years of James Bond movies by focusing on one of the most renowned elements of the Bond franchise - the automobiles. Hammond performs the expedition of these attractive, practical, in some cases outrageous automobiles, that have more than the years end up being as much a part of James Bond's identity as his Martini and charm.

The Cars and Interviews
For each Bond film, there's usually a standout automobile that takes the scene. In this episode, Hammond dives into the history, science, and trivia behind these vehicular stars which include the legendary Aston Martin DB5 from "Goldfinger", the Lotus Esprit from "The Spy Who Loved Me", and the BMW Z8 from "The World Is Not Enough". More than simply examining the vehicles, he likewise interviews a few of the people who had a significant function in their production or usage. For instance, he chats with Roger Moore, among the cherished actors who played James Bond, and Vic Armstrong, the long time Bond stunt planner.

Test Drives and Demonstrations
Hammond doesn't just talk about the automobiles, he supports the wheel and takes them for a spin. He checks the Lotus that sped down a ski slope in "The Spy Who Loved Me", revs the engine of the BMW Z8 from "The World is Not Enough", and demonstrates the marine abilities of the white Lotus Esprit which transformed into a submarine in the same movie. He also tries out the gadgets-- machine guns, ejector seats, and hidden weapons-- which are a vital part of Bond cars and trucks.

Behind the Scenes and Design Insights
"Top Gear: 50 Years of Bond Cars" likewise offers audiences a sneak-peek behind the scenes of the James Bond franchise, such as how particular vehicle chase sequences were choreographed and filmed. It checks out how automobile designs evolved over the years to equal the developments in the real world of automobiles, along with adjusting to the altering personas of James Bond, as played by different stars. Hammond likewise invests some time on the thought process, design, and construction of the car gizmos, with comprehensive conversations on their expediency and functions.

Conclusion
The combination of Bond movie trivia, detailed evaluation of vehicles, interviews, and witty execution by Richard Hammond highlights the synergy between the Bond franchise and the cars. The program, while celebrating James Bond's marvelous history on the silver screen, successfully demonstrates how these extraordinary machines have not only assisted Bond in his missions however likewise contributed considerably to his suave and fatal image. In the words of Richard Hammond, "James Bond and his cars and trucks, one is unimaginable without the other".

"Top Gear: 50 Years of Bond Cars" eventually acts as a treat for both automobile lovers and James Bond fans, providing an amusing, in-depth journey through the history of Bond automobiles, their design advancement, and the important role they have actually played in shaping and preserving Bond's renowned image over 5 years.

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