A Private tour of all the James Bond Vehicles. www.ianflemingfoundation.org
Some of the vehicles present are the: Hiller UH-12 Helicopter, LOCKHEED MARTIN VC-140B JET STAR, Model 47 Bell Helicopter, GLASTRON CHASE/JUMP BOAT, WETBIKE WATER CYCLE, GLASTRON AMAZON CHASE BOAT, NEPTUNE SUBMARINE ASTON MARTIN VOLANTE, Cessna 172P Skyhawk, ‘Q’ JET BOAT,BOMBARDIER REV 800 MXZ SKI-DOOs, Switchblade, Jaguar XKR , Ford Mondeo, CATERPILLAR 320D L HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
Lego has released an Aston Martin DB5 Kit that is available for purchase.
James Bond Canada has a lot of great items in its’ Memorabilia Collection. Since 2019 marks the 50TH Anniversary of On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, we’ve decided to highlight this one. The Memo is a fascinating read. One of our Best pieces of Bond Memorabilia. The Memo Players are in Bold below.
The Memo was written a little over 50 years ago and shows a little insight into what goes on behind the scenes, when you’re about to select a new 007. We’re certain a lot more of this will take place in the year ahead, leading up to Bond 25 in Feb. 2020. It will be Daniel Craig’s final outing as 007, and so again very soon EON will select another new James Bond.
The Memo is from Tom Carlile, (US Publicity Chief at United Artists) to John Leo (Sales Chief-Features at United Artists) . It was prepared by Evelyn Purcell (Tom Carlile’s Secretary). It shows that copies were also sent to Saul Cooper (Director of Publicity at United Artists) and Larry Kaplan (Unit Publicist at MGM). It talks about a meeting in London.Tom was once a staffer at Life Magazine and The Memo written in Jan.1968 recounts Tom’s Meeting with Cubby Broccoli, where he suggests that Life do an article on the search for the new 007. The Memo shows that Cubby suggests that Loomis Dean (Life Magazine Photographer) sit in on the interviews and Jim Hicks ( London Bureau Chief Life Magazine) would write the piece.
Later that year, the idea on paper had become a reality. It appeared in the Oct. 11, 1968 Issue of Life Magazine. James Bond Canada is lucky to have a copy of the Oct. 1968 Issue. The new 007 himself was nice enough to sign it for us. The pairing of The Memo and the Magazine together, with the extra Bonus of George Lazenby ‘s Autograph makes this set one of our favourites.
James Bond Canada is happy to be able to pass on this exciting news that Secret Cinema and Eon Productions have teamed up to present Casino Royale starting on the 29th of May 2019.
PRESS RELEASE
November 30th 2018: Secret Cinema will create a spectacular experience, around James Bond – one of the most successful British film franchises ever. For the very first time Secret Cinema will present the critically-acclaimed film Casino Royale (2006) directed by Martin Campbell and starring Daniel Craig as James Bond. Opening on 29th May 2019 and running into the summer, a secret London location will be transformed into the glamorous and action-packed world of the iconic British spy. Blurring the lines between fiction and reality, the experience will bring-to-life awe-inspiring scenes and locations.
Tickets will go on sale at 12:00 (GMT) on 6th December 2018. The experience will run between Wednesday – Sunday each week, with tickets priced between £40 – £175 plus booking fees.
Secret Cinema Presents Casino Royale will see audience members recruited as part of ‘Operation Wild Card’. New recruits will join either Q Branch or M Branch. Prior to their mission, they will receive an alias, dress code and training suggestions to help them prepare for a night of high stakes, sophistication and deception. Do you have what it takes?
For over a decade, Secret Cinema has thrilled audiences with its ground-breaking event format that combines film, music, art, and theatre through the prism of iconic and beloved films. This production will be the largest and most ambitious indoor event that Secret Cinema has ever produced, with an audience of 1,500 taking part in the show each night.
Secret Cinema Presents Casino Royale will celebrate two British cultural institutions collaborating for the very first time, delivering a completely unique, immersive film experience that promises to be one of the highlights of the arts calendar during 2019.
Angus Jackson, Creative Director of Secret Cinema presents Casino Royale said: “We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to bring-to-life such an iconic film franchise and character. Casino Royale is a rich territory for us to explore from the characters to the plot and locations. Our audience will be given the opportunity to understand what it takes to embody modern espionage – bringing them closer to the Bond experience than ever before.”
Martin Campbell, Director of Casino Royale said: “I’m excited that Casino Royale is going to be brought to life by Secret Cinema. I hear it’s a wonderful immersive experience, and judging by its past reactions, it’s going to present the film in a way that it’s never been seen before. I can’t wait!”
Secret Cinema Presents Casino Royale tickets will go on sale at 12:00 (GMT) on 6th December 2018. Prices start at £40 + booking fee with VIP packages from £125 + booking fee also available.
Full details and tickets can be found at tickets.secretcinema.org. Follow the story across social media using the hashtags #TrustNoOne
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About Secret Cinema
Secret Cinema has revolutionised the way audiences experience culture creating secret worlds. Launched in 2007, with over 70 productions to date, they have changed the way people experience culture, nightlife and film. From grassroots film screenings in abandoned London buildings, to large scale productions in vacant and abandoned spaces, Secret Cinema has regenerated areas it has invested in. At Secret Cinema productions, the boundaries between performers and audience, set and reality, are constantly shifting. These experiences explore one of the forgotten pleasures in a time with constant access to information: secrets. Fusing film, music, art, theatre, and dance, Secret Cinema creates unique spaces for social encounters, adventures and discoveries where films come to life and satisfies a desire to fill the void left by an over-saturated technological world.
As always, Secret Cinema will be running a charity programme for this production. Previous charity campaigns include supporting the plight of refugees through Secret Cinema Presents Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, an environmental charity partnership for Secret Cinema Presents Blade Runner:The Final Cut -A Secret Live Experience and a partnership with MAC-UK to help support young people suffering with mental health issues for its last production Secret Cinema presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo+Juliet.
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I was invited to The Ian Fleming Foundation private collection of many of the priceless vehicles from the James Bond movies. This was thanks to From Sweden With Love – Anders Frejdh who allowed me to attend.
At this weekend I was able to see vehicles from From Russia With Love all the way to Skyfall!
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Michael G. Wilson, Barbara Broccoli and Daniel Craig announced this week that Bond 25 will begin filming at Pinewood Studios on March 4 2019 under the helm of Director, Cary Joji Fukunaga. Bond 25 will have a Worldwide Release Date of February 14 2020.
FunKo has introduced a new line of James Bond 007 Toys. These are perfect conversation pieces to put on your desk and show off to your friends.
Did you miss your chance seeing A View To A Kill on the Big Screen in 1985? Well in select theatres Across Canada you can now!
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James Bond Canada visited Quebec City on 15-16 September 2017 with 007 George Lazenby. George was in town to introduce his new Documentary Becoming Bond and to introduce his film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.
This exclusive access would not of been possible without the collaboration with From Sweden With Love. If you haven't visited this website please do so and bookmark. FSWL has exclusive 007 events around the world.
Myself and a few other Bond Fans were able to dine with George and hear all his stories from filming days. For My Ears Only!
Thank you to the Film Festival including Olivier Bilodeau for making this a truly memorable weekend!
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The Quebec City Film Festival will Screen the Documentary Becoming Bond on Sep.16 at the Palais Montcalm. George Lazenby will also make an appearance on Sep.15 prior to a FREE Open Air Screening of On Her Majesty’s Secret Service at Place d’Youville. There will also be a short Q & A. Click on the link for more details.
