Bond, James Bond: Exploring the Shaken and Stirred History of Ian Fleming’s 007
About this ebook
#1 New Release in Action & Adventure Movies & Video, and Movie Reference
Hosts Mike Kalinowski and Brad Gilmore team up in this comprehensive examination of the longest running film series in the history of cinema. In Bond, James Bond, they explore the cinematic history of the James Bond collection to celebrate everything it got right and reflect on everything it got wrong.
The complete cinematic biographies of James Bond. Since his initial portrayal by Sean Connery, James Bond has become a timeless icon worldwide. Now, comes the first-ever era-by-era breakdown of the much loved international spy—on and off the silver screen. Following the men who portrayed James Bond—Daniel Craig, Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton, Roger Moore, and Sean Connery—readers will discover the characteristics that made him resonate, as well as the less glamorous relics that made him evolve.
For fans of the Ian Fleming James Bond novels and movies. Cinephiles and fans can finally unscramble some of the best action movies of all time. Covering everything from cars to court cases, Bond, James Bond looks at the evolution of the 007 movies from all angles.
Featuring bonus chapters on Bond women and musical scores, inside, you’ll also find:
• The origins of 007 in the early James Bond books
• Off-screen politics, drama, and movements that shifted the series trajectory
• The “other” James Bond, comic books, and animated series
If you’re looking for Father’s Day gifts, gifts for men, or James Bond gifts—and enjoyed books like Some Kind of Hero, Nobody Does it Better, or Shaken—then you’ll love Bond, James Bond.
About the author
Brad Gilmore is a writer, television host, and radio personality born and raised in Houston, Texas. Brad has lent his talents to several projects and organizations including the CW Network, Movie Trivia Schmoedown, CBS Radio and ESPN Radio. Since 2012, Brad has been the host of "The Brad Gilmore Show" covering music, sports and entertainment and Gilmore serves as the Executive Producer and host of "Back to the Future: The Podcast". Brad is the longest tenured announcer for WWE Hall of Famer Booker T's Reality of Wrestling promotion in Texas and co-chairs the popular radio show and podcast "The Hall of Fame with Booker T and Brad Gilmore". Brad is an alumnus of the University of Houston where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Communication Studies. Brad Gilmore is a proud husband, son, brother, and uncle of seven and continues to try to make people smile and make his community stronger.
