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  • Monica Bellucci Says She Is NOT a ‘Bond Girl,’ She’s a ‘Bond Woman’

    Monica Bellucci Says She Is NOT a ‘Bond Girl,’ She’s a ‘Bond Woman’

    Monica Bellucci, who will be the next love interest of James Bond in the latest 007 film Spectre, says she shouldn’t be called “a Bond girl.”

    The 50-year-old beauty will play Lucia Sciarra in Spectre, Bond’s love interest that is quite the departure from previous 007 films. In the last Bond films Daniel Craig, 47, was cast opposite women in their 20s and 30s. Finally, he’s up against someone his own age.

    In a new interview with The Guardian, Monica Bellucci said people need to rethink the “Bond girl” descriptor.

    “I can’t say I’m a Bond girl because I’m too mature to be a Bond girl. I say Bond lady; Bond woman, But I’m proud to be a Bond lady, because actually, Bond is the most amazing man,” said Bellucci.

    She also noted that it was a bold, revolutionary and wise move by director Sam Mendes to cast a 50-year-old, mature woman in the role.

    “The world is a man’s world. Men have the power in everything: journalism, acting, direction; in banks, finances, schools,” said Bellucci. “All the laws are made by men. Men think that women, when they’re not able to procreate any more, become old. That is not true – they are still amazing! That’s why I think that Sam Mendes, in choosing me, an adult woman, created a big revolution”

    Monica Bellucci said roles for women in Hollywood is quite different than that found in Europe.

    “I don’t know Hollywood very well. I’ve never lived in Los Angeles or New York,” explained Bellucci. “But what I can see in Paris, where I live, is that actresses like Catherine Deneuve, Isabelle Huppert, Charlotte Rampling, still get the chance to play strong, sexy roles even though they’re not 20.”

    Monica Bellucci, you go girl… er, woman!

  • James Bond Going Gay Sounds Like A Good Idea To Pierce Brosnan

    Over the years, Ian Fleming’s James Bond has been portrayed as a heterosexual man who loves to drink and chase after women. The stereotype was challenged recently, when Bond actor Pierce Brosnan was asked in an interview with Details, if there is any possibility of seeing a gay James Bond in cinemas soon.

    The actor who starred in four Bond films said, “Sure. Why not?”

    While Brosnan is open to see a gay James Bond, he admitted he has no idea if the producers are up for it. “ Actually, I don’t know how it would work. I don’t think Barbara [Broccoli] would allow a gay Bond to happen in her lifetime. But it would certainly make for interesting viewing.” The veteran actor portrayed Bond in Golden Eye, Die another Day, Tomorrow Never Dies and The World is Not Enough. The idea of a gay James Bond sure is another step away from the typical portrayal of the iconic secret agent. Brosnan, who supports a gay Bond said he wants to see a black actor to play Bond in the near future.

    “Let’s start with a great black actor being James Bond,” the 62-year-old former Bond actor said. “Idris Elba certainly has the physicality, the charisma, the presence.”

    Recently, it has been rumored that English actor Idris Elba is one of the strong contenders to play Bond but the actor denied all the rumors as Daniel Craig is set to do two more Bond films. Meanwhile, David Oyelowo  was cast for a Bond audio-book.

    The idea of changing Bond’s sexuality gained different reactions on social media. Although people are curious to see a black actor play Bond, it would still take time for a gay Bond to appear on screen.

  • Daniel Craig Undergoes Knee Surgery Following Injury on the Set of ‘Spectre’

    Daniel Craig Undergoes Knee Surgery Following Injury on the Set of ‘Spectre’

    Daniel Craig has undergone knee surgery during a scheduled break from filming Spectre, the 24th installment in the James Bond series.

    “During a scheduled break, Daniel Craig had arthroscopic surgery to repair his knee injury,” the rep told the BBC.

    Daniel Craig, 47, had the “minor procedure” done in New York during a break in filming over Easter.

    “He will rejoin production on April 22 at Pinewood,” the rep said.

    According to The Hollywood Reporter, Daniel Craig injured his knee during a fight scene for the 007 film.

    The 47-year-old sprained his knee while shooting at London’s Pinewood Studios in early February.

    Roger Moore, the 87-year-old former James Bond, offered to “step in” via Twitter following news of the injury.

    Spectre is Daniel Craig’s fourth appearance in the 007 series. He debuted as James bond in 2006’s Casino Royale and followed that appearance in the role in 2008’s Quantum of Solace and 2012’s Skyfall.

    Spectre, directed by Sam Mendes, also stars Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Rory Kinnear and Ben Whishaw, as well as newcomers Dave Bautista, Monica Bellucci, Andrew Scott, Léa Seydoux, Stephanie Sigman and Christoph Waltz.

    Spectre, starring Daniel Craig, is slated to be in theaters Nov. 6.

  • Monica Bellucci, the ‘Oldest Bond Girl,’ and Daniel Craig Filming in Rome

    Monica Bellucci, who, at 50, is the “oldest Bond girl,” and Daniel Craig are currently in Rome filming the new James Bond thriller Spectre.

    Crowds have been gathering in the beautiful Italian city, from the historic center to them modern EUR neighborhood, hoping to catch a glimpse of Daniel Craig, 46, and his leading lady, Monica Bellucci, during the 20-day shoot.

    “I hope to see James Bond. Someone told me that there is also Monica Bellucci,” said Floriana Sacco, 36, as she watched an apparent funeral scene being shot outside EUR’s civic museum. “We hope that as all other film settings in Rome, it will be beautiful and it will be good publicity to this beautiful city.”

    On Tuesday, the main thoroughfare of central Rome, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, was the scene of a nighttime car chase scene featuring Bond’s silver Aston Martin. Earlier in the shoot, another car chase was shot along the bike path on the banks of the Tiber River.

    Needless to say, fans of 007 have been beyond curious to know what faces their favorite spy in Spectre. Sony tried to keep details of the plot a secret, however, an early version of the script was among material stolen in the Sony Pictures cyberattack and some details have been posted online.

    The shoot, while inconvenient, will bring some revenue to the city, with city officials expecting as much as 1 million euros ($1.1 million) in permit fees alone. Add revenue generated form the extras, security guards, film crews, catering services and hotels being used, and the Eternal City could fare quite well.

    Rome has been the scene for many films, including Woody Allen’s To Rome With Love and Paolo Sorrentino’s 2013 The Great Beauty, which won an Oscar for best foreign film.

    Sam Mendes directs the latest 007 adventure.

  • Monica Bellucci, Léa Seydoux to Play Bond Girls in “Spectre”

    The long wait is over for James Bond fans, and many rumors have proven true. Producers Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli today officially announced the first details about the upcoming 24th James Bond film.

    The movie will be titled Spectre and will be released on November 6, 2015. Director Sam Mendes, who helmed
    the well-received 2012 Bond movie Skyfall, will also be in charge of the new movie. Principal photography for the movie will begin next week on December 8.

    A short teaser for Spectre featuring little more than a bullet hole through glass was posted to the James Bond Facebook page.

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    Actor Daniel Craig will once again portray Britain’s famous spy, making this his fourth Bond movie. Joining him are returning cast members Ralph Fiennes as M, Ben Whishaw as Q, and Naomie Harris as Moneypenny.

    Two new “Bond girls” have been announced for Spectre: Monica Bellucci and Léa Seydoux. Bellucci is a French actress known for movies such as Irreversible and the Matrix sequels. Seydoux is also French and garnered accolades in 2013 for her performance in Blue Is the Warmest Color.

    Other Bond newcomers to appear in Spectre include Christoph Waltz, Dave Bautista, and Andrew Scott.

    Story details are thin but a statement released by the movie’s producers revealed that the movie will set 007 on the trail of a “sinister organization” while M “battles political forces to keep the secret service alive.”

    James Bond fans will also know that the new movie’s title could be a bit of a spoiler. In Bond cannon, Spectre refers to an international terrorist group led by famed Bond villian Ernst Stavro Blofeld. The organization has appeared in numerous early Bond films including Dr. No, Thunderball, and You Only Live Twice.

  • Monica Bellucci Is the Next Bond Girl in ‘Spectre,’ Director Sam Mendes Confirms

    Monica Bellucci will be the next Bond girl, confirmed director Sam Mendes this morning at a photo call at Pinewood Studios in England.

    The director also revealed that the 24th installment of the franchise, which will once again feature Daniel Craig as 007, has been named Spectre.

    Mendes made the announcement Thursday morning from the 007 stage at Pinewood Studios where the film will shoot. Other locations include London, Rome, Mexico City, Tangier, Erfoud and the Austrian Alps.

    According to Deadline, the Bond creators have been eyeing the 50-year-old Italian beauty, who plays Lucia Sciarra, to star in a Bond film for a very long time.

    According to the studio, the plot will focus on something from Bond’s past.

    “A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.”

    Other confirmed cast members for the latest Bond installment include Christoph Waltz, Andrew Scott, Dave Bautista and Léa Seydoux. Others to reprise their roles are Rory Kenner as Tanner, Ben Whishaw as Q, Naomie Harris as Miss Moneypenny and Ralph Fiennes as the new M.

    Oscar-winner Waltz will play Oberhauser, while Blue Is The Warmest Color‘s Seydoux is Madeleine Swann. Guardians Of The Galaxy‘s Bautista will play Mr Hinx and Sherlock‘s Scott is Denbigh.

    Bond’s Aston Martin DB10 was reportedly designed especially for Spectre.

    Cinematographer Hoyte Van Hoytema, of Interstellar, will shoot the film with Mendes. Lee Smith, also of Interstellar, will edit the film.

  • Stephen Hawking: I’d Like To Play A Bond Villain

    When you think of James Bond villains, you usually have an image in your head of some stern looking bald guy in a chair petting a white Turkish Angora cat, or a short man that throws a razor brimmed bowler hat. That’s not meant to rhyme.

    Professor Stephen Hawking, the world-renowned theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author of A Brief History of Time, said that he would love to play the bad guy in a James Bond movie.

    Hawking, who suffers from motor neuron disease, which bounds him paralyzed and in a wheelchair, communicates through a computerized speech synthesizer, and joked at the idea that his unique appearance parallels with a Bond villain.

    Hawking said in an interview with Wired Magazine:

    “My ideal role would be a baddie in a James Bond film. I think the wheelchair and the computer voice would fit the part.”

    Hawking is the subject for The Theory of Everything, an Oscar-tipped part-biographical part-love story which features Eddie Redmayne starring as a younger version of

    The Theory of Everything, an Oscar-tipped part-biographical part-love story stars Eddie Redmayne as a younger version of Hawking, and tells about the physicist’s life from the 1960s to 1980s.

    Hawking made guest appearances before on shows like The Simpsons, Futurama, and Star Trek: The Next Generation (where he plays poker with Data, Albert Einstein, and Sir Isaac Newton.) Hawking would also be referenced in countless TV shows like Dexter’s Lab, The Critic, and Pinky and the Brain.

    Despite being diagnosed at the age of 21 with motor neuron disease, Hawking, 72, said his new synthesized voice gave him a chance to connect with others:

    “I was able to speak with a speech synthesizer, though it gave me an American accent. I have kept that voice, because it’s now my trademark.”

    Hawkings noted that his trademark voice garnered him more attention when teaching:

    “Before I lost my voice, it was slurred, so only those close to me could understand, but with the computer voice, I found I could give popular lectures.

    “I enjoy communicating science. It is important that the public understands basic science, if they are not to leave vital decisions to others.”

     

  • Denzel Washington Talks Becoming The Next James Bond

    Denzel Washington is a busy man and it doesn’t look like that will change anytime soon!

    The two-time Academy Award-winning actor, who’s approaching his 60th birthday in just a couple months, was asked about an aspect of his career he hasn’t touched on yet – retirement.

    The famed Training Day actor chatted with E! News over the weekend at the Toronto International Film Festival.

    Washington, who was in attendance promoting his latest film The Equalizer, shared some interesting details about his career.

    When asked about retirement, the 59-year-old actor stated that he has no plans of retiring anytime soon. As a matter of fact, he doesn’t even think about it! He even pointed out some notable names in Hollywood that are also the epitome of longevity.

    “Look, Clint Eastwood is 80-something, I think, and he’s still directing,” he said. “We don’t have to retire. Gene Hackman retired when he was about 80. James Earl Jones is headed back to Broadway. He’s gotta be closing in on 80, I guess.”

    “Morgan Freeman, too,” Washington continued. “So you don’t have to. No, it’s actually good. I’m in the right profession.”

    Then, Washington touched on another interesting subject – James Bond! The iconic role was mentioned during a Reddit AMA when a user asked if Washington was interested in portraying the famous fictional character. Surprisingly, he answered with a resounding yes! His response actually became an impromptu campaign for the legendary leading role!

    “The next James Bond? They better hurry up! Yes, I would! Who’s doing James Bond now…Daniel Craig! Did they shoot another one? Everybody should tweet Denzel is James Bond! Send it to the studio!” he replied to user whose Reddit handle is BigTalk45. “We start the Denzel is Bond campaign today! James Washington. Denzel Bond!”

    Although Denzel Washington isn’t officially James Bond, fans can still get a piece of the action when his latest action thriller The Equalizer hits theaters nationwide September 26!

  • Pierce Brosnan Expected to Join Next ‘Expendables’ Film

    Pierce Brosnan, the actor most famous for portraying James Bond in a string of 007 movies, just might be featured in the next Expendables film. With Expendables 3 still not even released, Brosnan says he’s already been approached to appear in future films in the action franchise.

    “I said to producer Avi Lerner, ‘If it works out and you have a good script, you know where to find me if you still want me.’ It’s as simple as that really,” Brosnan confirms with ComingSoon.net.

    The biggest draw? Starring opposite Slyvester Stallone. “I have a grand time in his company. Slyvester Stallone is the one that’s given us these wonderful platforms for actors to go play and have fun and to entertain. To bring a bunch of guys together who saved the world, fought the bad guys, and put them all on the same stage, that’s crazy good. It’s just a kick in the pants.”

    If the deal gets sealed (which all signs point to yes), Pierce will be the first former Bond to sign on for the series, but he’ll have good company amongst action stars Jason Statham, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Jet Li.

    In the meantime, there’s Pierce’s new film, Long Way Down, out on limited release July 11th. The film, an adaptation of the Nock Hornby novel of the same name, also stars Toni Collette and Aaron Paul. “Nick Hornby always gets it right as a writer,” Brosnan says about why he chose this project. “He has the vernacular and passion. He is adroit and dry, and balances humor with the humanity of life. I was confident we would tonally hit a high mark,” Brosnan gushes.

    Pierce also admits he hasn’t read the reviews of the film, which have not been kind. “I don’t read [reviews]: good, bad, or indifferent,” he says. Good thing for Pierce if he’s expected to join the Expendables cast, which is often reviewed as stale and underwhelming, despite the huge movie star names. Perhaps Pierce can breathe some life into the franchise?

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  • Pierce Brosnan Disses His Performances as James Bond

    Pierce Brosnan doesn’t seem to have a very high opinion of his performances as James Bond.

    Brosnan, 60, played the iconic role in four films from 1995 to 2002, but he told the Telegraph that watching his performances is unbearable.

    “It’s just never good enough,” he said. “It’s a horrible feeling.”

    The Remington Steele actor said his feelings stem from the pressure of following in Roger Moore’s and Sean Connery’s footsteps and the insecurities he harbored about playing the role.

    “I felt I was caught in a time warp between Roger and Sean,” he added. “It was a very hard one to grasp the meaning of, for me. The violence was never real, the brute force of the man was never palpable. It was quite tame, and the characterization didn’t have a follow-through of reality, it was surface. But then that might have had to do with my own insecurities in playing him as well.”

    Brosnan praised Daniel Craig‘s performance as 007.

    “Daniel is James Bond; I was James Bond; I think there’s enough room on the stage to elbow my way in and find some audience,” Brosnan said.

    Brosnan also admitted that his run as Bond ended badly with 2002’s Die Another Day.

    “I was lucky enough to make four Bond films. It finished in rather shambolic fashion, but I have no bitterness, no resentment,” said Brosnan.

    And even though the sexy Irishman may have issues with his performances, he says he is grateful for the opportunity of playing 007 and the perks of being Bond.

    “I hold Bond dear to my heart,” he said. “I’ve traveled the world as an ambassador for that character and I had a bloody great time doing it.”

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  • Pierce Brosnan Will Not Watch James Bond Films

    You wouldn’t think that an actor as successful as Pierce Brosnan would have many insecurities. However, he recently revealed that he does, and is very insecure about watching himself in the James Bond films.

    Brosnan played the spy in Bond films such as GoldenEye (1995), Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), The World is Not Enough (1999) and Die Another Day (2002).

    He admitted that he never fully understood the character, and said that he never felt he was as good as the other actors, Sean Connery and Roger Moore, who played the part. “I felt I was caught in a time warp between Roger and Sean,” said Brosnan.

    “I have no desire to watch myself as James Bond, because it’s just never good enough — it’s a horrible feeling,” he told the UK’s The Telegraph.

    “It was a very hard one to grasp the meaning of, for me,” Brosnan continued. “The violence was never real, the brute force of the man was never palpable. It was quite tame, and the characterization didn’t have a follow-through of reality, it was surface. But then that might have had to do with my own insecurities in playing him as well.”

    While Brosnan may not feel that his acting in the Bond films was up to par, he does realize that those movies opened the doors to more films and career opportunities. “It’s the gift that keeps on giving, that allowed me to create my own production company and make my own movies,” Brosnan said.

    Do you think that Brosnan did a good job in the Bond movies? Leave your comments below.

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  • Daniel Craig Bails on Legal Thriller

    Daniel Craig Bails on Legal Thriller

    Daniel Craig bailed on an upcoming legal thriller called The Whole Truth on Sunday, just days before it was set to begin filming. The James Bond star was to star in the indie film–Courtney Hunt’s first in six years. Apparently when you’re Daniel Craig, you can pick and choose what you want to do–and seemingly don’t have to give much notice to others involved in the projects either.

    Besides the James Bond franchise, Craig hasn’t done anything spectacular in very recent years except for portray his role in The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. Compared to the Stieg Larsson book series, the film didn’t fare nearly as well.

    Fans would no doubt love to see Daniel Craig star in something worthwhile between James Bond films, but they apparently are of little to no consideration in his decision making either. He will reprise his 007 role in the next Bond film–Bond 24–when filming starts in the fall of 2014, under the leadership of Skyfall’s director Sam Mendes.

    Renee Zellweger and Gabriel Basso will also star in The Whole Truth, with Danny Huston in negotiations to sign on as well. Craig was set to play a district attorney in the legal thriller. The story line is being kept under wraps but the film itself was announced at the Berlin Film Festival. Production was supposed to have started in Boston on April 14th, but will now have to be delayed a minimum of three weeks while producers scramble to find a replacement.

    No one seems to know why the actor suddenly dropped out of the film. Speculation is running rampant.

    It doesn’t sound like Daniel Craig behaved in a very appropriate manner, bailing on this film just days before The Whole Truth was set to start filming. Do you suppose the James Bond star has had a better offer or might he simply be freeing himself up in case something even more appealing comes along?

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  • Sean Connery Champions Scottish Independence

    The original James Bond, Sean Connery, recently wrote an essay concerning the independence of his native Scotland, which was featured on the website of The New Statesman. While Connery presently resides in the Bahamas, he’s stated that if a referendum that is to take place in six months separates Scotland from the United Kingdom, he would return to his homeland.

    Connery, 83, wrote:

    “More than anything else, culture defines a country. It provides international visibility and stimulates global interest more than a nation’s politics, business or economy ever can. So, with our colorful history, strong identity, deep rooted traditions, a commitment to artistic innovation and diverse and beautiful landscapes, Scotland is truly blessed.”

    Referring to his essay, Connery added on Tuesday that “As a Scot and as someone with a lifelong love for both Scotland and the arts, I believe the opportunity of independence is too good to miss.”

    Sir Thomas Sean Connery is best known for his portrayal of James Bond in 7 films, and won a best supporting actor Oscar for his role in The Untouchables. The actor has been voted as “The Greatest Living Scot” and “Scotland’s Greatest Living National Treasure.” In 1989, he was declared “Sexiest Man Alive” by People magazine and in 1999, at the age of 69, he was voted “Sexiest Man of the Century”.

    Here’s a clip of some of Connery’s best performances:

    Connery elaborates on his views in his essay, “Simply put – there is no more creative an act than creating a new nation. Scotland has an opportunity to make a step change. More than anything else, culture defines a country. It provides international visibility and stimulates global interest more than a nation’s politics, business or economy ever can. So, with our colourful history, strong identity, deep rooted traditions, a commitment to artistic innovation and diverse and beautiful landscapes, Scotland is truly blessed.”

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  • James Bond Smartphone to be Offered by AT&T

    James Bond movies have, for quite a while now, featured some of the most gratuitous and shameless product placements and tie-ins in movie history. Not even Bond’s signature vodka martini is safe: Heineken is a Bond sponsor and the secret agent will be seen drinking one in the upcoming Skyfall.

    Today, AT&T announced it will be offering the phone Daniel Craig’s Bond will be seen using in Skyfall. The official James Bond smartphone is Sony’s Xperia TL and it will come pre-loaded with “exclusive content” from the upcoming flick, including behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, clips, wallpapers, and ring tones.

    The Xperia TL has a 4.6-inch display and a 1.5GHz dual-core processor. The smartphone’s NFC and 4G LTE capabilities were singled out as features by AT&T. Also, Sony is touting the device’s 13MP rear camera and the software that accompanies it.

    Speaking of software, the Xperial TL will come pre-loaded with Sony’s media applications as well. It will be running a version of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, though it was stated that the device will be upgradable to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean after its launch (that’s one we’ve all heard before…).

    So, if you are enough of a James Bond fan that you have to have 007’s phone, AT&T will be offering it this fall. Of course, when we see it in action during the events of Skyfall, it’s bound to have a few capabilities or apps that are available only to MI6 operatives.

    Sony has been a James Bond sponsor for years. Below is a Sony trailer that accompanied the previous Bond flick, Quantum of Solace:

  • 007 Legends’ Fifth Movie Revealed: Goldfinger

    It’s certainly a James Bond year. As the car and beer commercial tie-ins for the new movie, Skyfall, begin to flood the media, gamers are hoping for a video game tie-in that can bring back the glory days of Goldeneye on the Nintendo 64. While Bond games since Goldeneye haven’t been as wildly successful, 007 Legends is hoping to buck that trend.

    Today, Activision has announced that the fifth Bond movie that will be a part of 007 Legends is Goldfinger. As the third James Bond flim, Goldfinger starred the original Bond, Sean Connery. In 007 Legends, however, bond will be portrayed by Daniel Craig’s modern likeness in all of the classic Bond movies depicted.

    Each of the other announced movies represented in 007 Legends are from a different era of Bond. On Her Majesty’s Secret Service will represent the aborted George Lazenby era of Bond, Moonraker will showcase the most ridiculous aspects of the Roger Moore Era, License to Kill shows off Timothy Dalton’s 80’s Bond, and Die Another Day caps off Pierce Brosnan’s Bond career. It has already been announced that 007 Legends will feature feature six movie-themed missions, so it’s likely a Daniel Craig Bond movie will be the sixth.

    In the Goldfinger mission, Bond will be tasked with investigating and stopping Auric Goldfinger from explosively manipulating world gold prices. With help from pilot Pussy Galore, Bond will storm Fort Knox to battle the pint-sized Oddjob and his razor-sharp bowler hat.

    Check out the trailer for the Goldfinger mission below, complete with one of the most famous lines from a James Bond movie: “No Mr. Bond! I expect you to die!”

  • 007 Legends Melds Six Classic James Bond Movies Into One Game

    James Bond is turning 50 this year – well, at least the film franchise. Dr. No hit theaters in 1962, and the world was introduced to the screen version of the legendary hero (as well as Ursula Andress in a bikini). In celebration of that defining moment in cinema, Activision is announcing that the new James Bond game is going to incorporate a lot of history.

    007 Legends will apparently tie in the “most iconic and intense undercover missions” from the franchise into one game. All in all, six different movies will be included in the storyline. Activision isn’t letting on which films will play a role, however. But we do know that the finale of the game, so to speak, will mirror Skyfall, the new Bond film that’s set to release this November.

    “To honor 50 years of the world’s top secret agent, 007 Legends offers a collection of his most famed moments in the smartest and most treacherous Bond game yet,” said David Oxford, Executive Vice President at Activision Publishing, Inc. “Creating a video game storyline that ties together six popular, yet very different, Bond movie narratives can be challenging, but together with EON Productions, our developer Eurocom, has pulled it off to create an homage that we think will be a unique and highly entertaining Bond video game.”

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    As far as the actual gameplay goes, we’re getting the Mi6 Ops Missions from GoldenEye 007: Reloaded back. It sounds like it will appeal to the broad base of fans of previous Bond games, with big fire-fights, stealth play, and gadget play. No surprise – the game will feature both local and online multiplayer. One new aspect of 007 Legends will be the ability to play as other characters in the mission mode (friends and enemies) so that you can “relive the missions through their eyes.”

    The game will hit the shelves some time in the Fall on Xbox 360 and PS3.

  • James Bond’s Best Cars [Infographic]

    This year marks the 50th anniversary of James Bond at the movies. In celebration, a new 007 movie will be released in October, James Bond’s movie birth-month, if you will. Carrentals.co.uk is helping us celebrate with this infographic detailing the best vehicles driven by Bond and his cohorts throughout the series.

    There is a lot of speculation as to what car 007 will drive in the new movie, but it will probably be an Aston Martin. Bond loves the Aston Martin in the movies, but it’s interesting to note that his favorite car in the books was a Bently. Creator Ian Fleming never owned either.