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Live And Let Die [1973] | ![Live And Let Die [1973]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41G2X297QNL._SL160_.jpg)
enlarge | Director: Guy Hamilton Actors: Roger Moore, Yaphet Kotto, Jane Seymour, Clifton James, Julius Harris Studio: MGM Entertainment Category: Video
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Rating: 20 reviews
Format: Digital Sound, Hifi Sound, Pal Languages: English (Original Language), Hungarian (Original Language) Rating: Parental Guidance Media: VHS Tape Discs: 1 Number Of Items: 1 Running Time: 116 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6 Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 4.8 x 1.3
UPC: 501478055658 EAN: 5024165921968 ASIN: B00004CZH3
Theatrical Release Date: June 27, 1973 Release Date: November 6, 1995 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days Shipping: International shipping available Condition: In stock in England. VHS video (UK PAL FORMAT). good condition, with original case, etc. VHS UK format. Sent within 1 working day by trusted UK Seller always available by email to answer any queries and will always do our upmost to help.
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Amazon.co.uk Review Roger Moore was introduced as James Bond in this 1973 action movie featuring secret agent 007. More self-consciously suave and formal than predecessor Sean Connery, he immediately re-established Bond as an uncomplicated and wooden fellow for the feel-good 70s. Live and let Die also marks a deviation from the more character-driven stories of the Connery years, a deliberate shift to plastic action (multiple chases, bravura stunts) that made the franchise more of a comic book or machine. If that's not depressing enough, there's even a good British director on board, Guy Hamilton (Force 10 from Navarone). The story finds Bond taking on an international drug dealer (Yaphet Kotto), and while that may be superficially relevant, it isn't exactly the same as fighting supervillains on the order of Goldfinger. --Tom Keogh
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A personal favourite January 31, 2002 Dennis E. Sisterson (London, United Kingdom) 9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I may be biased because this was the first Bond film I saw, and the film that introduced me to the full cinema experience, but I rate this as the best Bond movie. With a new lead, all concerned seem to be trying that little bit harder, the style of the film is pitched just right - not too much humour to outweigh the sense of menace, and the speedboat chase must rate as one of the top action sequences of the series - wild, yet still not quite implausible, which is one of the problems with the more recent films - constantly out to outdo themselves until the stunts are so ridiculous that all credibility is lost. Also the bad guys with their sinister voodoo scarecrows add a chilling touch that few of these films have. all this and the priceless Sheriff JW Pepper... stop reading this rubbish and just buy it!
Mini Moore September 9, 2003 5 out of 8 found this review helpful
Well lIve and let die marked the start of the moore era. Hewas the replacement for Connery, and I must say they couldn't ahve picked a better guy. His acting in LALD is truely amazing, the girl in this film is the best one ever. Paul Macartney does the title song and it truely does match the film in terms of action and liveleyness. The film involves a very complex story line, and the only let down is that Q does not amke an appearance in the film. His gadgets are still there though, and thanks to a clever script they are used in true Bond style. The DVD is really stocked up with alot of extras to keep you entertained and informed for hours.
Great start for Moore January 4, 2001 dave@fukks.com (London, England) 3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I think this film has many good moments, topped with a good looking bond girl, a man with a mask, a 9 foot tall man with an exploding head, and terific boat and croc stunts. Complete with top additional footage, this is an actioned packed Bond disc.
Roger Moore's first and one of his best January 16, 2004 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
In his first entrance as James Bond, Moore delves into the more humourous aspect of 007. He still manages to retain the suave and sex appeal which made Connery famous but brings something new to the role. The title song by Paul McCartney is excellently written and is played throughout the film. The DVD has some fabulous extras including the famous TV advert featuring Moore instructing us to 'drink a pinta milk a day' as one of the TV spots as well as the usual collectors booklet with in depth information about the film itself. Overall a good buy!
When I see Kananga April 27, 2005 Chris Oldknow 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
When I was 10 years old, I saw this film and hated it. I thought it as boring- having seen purely action laden Bond films such as Tomorrow Never Dies and Goldeneye, I had no appreciation for a film that endhorsed humour and good acting instead of one big sleigh ride with crazy stunts at every turn. It now so happens to be my absolute undisputed favourite. Jane Seymour is truly beautiful, not to mention her talent in the part of the tarot card reading Solitaire. Yaphet Kotto makes and intriguing villain as does the Mr. Tee Hee (guy with the metal arm). To me the strong point of this film, is that there is a new threat to hinder 007. It isn't nuclear missles, or deceitful women, but the power of the occult, which is interpreted by Solitaire through the tarot cards. It gives one a sense that Bond can't outwit his opponents, cos through the tarot cards, Solitaire and her heroin worshipping associates will be made aware of 007's various interventions. There is an appropriate balance between humour and action. The boat chase is amazing and very witty in parts. To conclude, this film has an awesome musical score- quite possibly the best. I recommend the Live and Let Die Motion Picture Soundtrack (WITH BONUS TRACKS), as well as the awesome DVD. The special features are great.
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