My first memory of Roger Moore when I was a kid was watching repeats of The Saint. Then he did The Persuaders with Tony Curtis. I loved him in both those series. Then I got taken to see Live and Let Die at the pictures - I didn't have a clue who James Bond was, or what he was supposed to be doing. All I knew, or cared about, was this was Roger Moore - and that was enough for me.
I grew up watching repeats of Sir Roger Moore as 'The Saint'. My mother was an avid fan. So the release of this film was a much anticipated event. I had previously seen 'Diamonds Are Forever' (my first ever Bond film) but aside from Connery decking an astronaut and stealing a moon buggy the rest of the film didn't register a great deal with me. 'Live And Let Die' however had me enthralled and still does. Who else could dismiss a voodoo threat with such panache by stating, " It's just a hat darling, belonging to a small headed man of limited means who lost a fight to a chicken!". Sir Roger = Pure Class!
Not too many actors are associated with more than one role like Moore was. There are also a lot of people in Europe who also remember him from The Persuaders since that one season was shown again and again over the decades.
The first Bond movies for Sean, George (his only), Timothy, Pierce, & Daniel were all relatively good (some great) . Roger’s better work was more spread out in later films, with maybe one too many overall. Although Live & Let Die _did_ give us Jane Seymour, Paul McCartney’s classic, & Geoffrey Holder’s laugh (& those 7-Up commercials).
Even though I criticise the less epic feel of the early 70's Bonds, this one does manage to make it feel like Bond isn't wasted. It generally holds up quite well.
There was obviously a need to update and revise Fleming's novel because of its flagrant racism, but things were even more complicated because the film Dr. No had already killed two significant supporting characters from the book Live and Let Die: Strangways and Quarrel. But that still doesn't explain why we had to wait until For Your Eyes Only and Licence to Kill to see two of the book's major set pieces adapted to film. Still, I enjoy how the film echoes Connery's first Bond film, and Yaphet Kotto is a great villain.
Of all the Bond Films, this is the one I remember seeing at the Theatre when I was a young kid the most. I think the action mixed with the supernatural element really affected me and left a lasting impression. I might need to give this a re-watch. It will be interesting to see if I still actually like it through the lens of a jaded oldie, as versus that of a young wide eyed kid.
Like most early Bonds movies I can't judge this movie objectively. It is tied up with memories of watching it over and over again every time it was on television.
The first Bond film I say in the movies. I loved watching Connery (and yes, Lazenby) on the Sunday Night Movies on TV. When I saw Roger Moore in Live and Let Die, I liked him right away.
Moore did a great job w/ the role & made his own style acceptable 4 all! Luv the few scenes where he displayed a cruel,somewhat sadistic side 2 bond against the bad guys,proving he's a convincing serious actor as well!
Fun fact: Roger Moore actually played James Bond in 1964..... in an extended sketch on Mary Martins TV show. Loved RM, but more as Simon Templar than Bond.
While I like Connery I'm one of the few who prefer Roger Moore's version of Bond. I don't like the new Bond films. They're OK action films but they've lost the suave Bond style. I liked Daniel Craig in 'Layer Cake'
Roger's interpretation will always be unique since no one is keen to copy his lighter style. I like Roger. Also, he's great value in writing silly reviews.
The only thing that didn't stand the test of time from my perspective in this movie is the opening credit scene. I remember it feeling more diabolical when I was younger.
So Kananga tests Solitaire's powers with a yes or no question and later tells her she wasn't even close. Close indicates a margin for ever which doesn't exist in a yes/no situation.
This was a remarkable James Bond film when you consider the fact that one of the bad guys gets away at the end, riding on the front of the train that Bond and Solitaire are on.
OMG, Pitfall Harry's famous 3-crocodile heads leap comes from this movie?? How can you tell I am a single generation-gap from Live And Let Die to the dawn of the Pitfall franchise? LOL.
Also, watch Burt in Deliverance. Before he grew the porn stache and made whitesploiation flicks like Smokey & The Bandit, he was a serious actor clearly capable of pulling off an American Bond. I wish he’d said yes to the role, at least for an outing or two.
Don't give Sheriff Pepper too hard a time. He was necessary in the name of equality -- moviegoers of both ethnicities were equally offended by those shallow characterizations. Result!
It's kind of annoying that they made the whole deck be "The Lovers" after she sleeps with Bond... representing her fall from power should've _obviously_ made the whole deck "The Tower", as any self-respecting tarot nerd would know! What's that? They wanted to ensure the imagery was obvious to anyone who _didn't_ know a thing about tarot already? Hmph. Well, alright then.
I am not sure if I would describe Peter Hunt's direction as "tight. It is definitely debatable lol. Most of OHMSS was made in the editing room with voiceovers and stuff, and Hunt really struggles with rythm and narrative. I think Guy Hamilton is a much better director. He knows how to create memorable characters and iconic scenes.
Guy Hamilton really only excelled with one film. Diamonds was a farce but it was fun, Live and Let Die was a middling effort, and The Man With The Golden Gun was just sloppy. Also, I think the best of OHMSS puts most of this series to shame.
@@bobgoran I said most and so what ? No matter what film franchise you follow, there's always going to be one or a precious few that are better than the majority.
I don't think you're completely right about loving Bond films that you saw as a kid. I had just become a teenager when The Man with the Golden Gun came out, but I still think it was sh*t.
Sahr, y'all have the temerity to besmirch the name of JW Pepper? The man who uttered the immortal question: "Secret agent? On whose side?" That's just...ah say that's just falacious....wrong, that is! Nice boy, but about as sharp as a sack of wet mash!
I loved Roger Moore as a kid. He did well with the sophistication and the seduction of JB even f there was a bit too much snootiness in his portrayal. But he was never remotely believable in the action scenes. He ran like a girl and probably couldn't punch through a paper bag. Sean Connery, by contast, once pistol whipped a real-life gangster who confronted him on a movie set. Moore would have fainted.
I'm sorry this is one of the worst bond movies too many stereotypes and does not hold up at all, the only redeemable parts of the movie title song and Jane Seymour and the ⌚
Great True Legend Sir Roger Moore R.I.P 1921 to 2017
My first memory of Roger Moore when I was a kid was watching repeats of The Saint. Then he did The Persuaders with Tony Curtis. I loved him in both those series. Then I got taken to see Live and Let Die at the pictures - I didn't have a clue who James Bond was, or what he was supposed to be doing. All I knew, or cared about, was this was Roger Moore - and that was enough for me.
Awesome 🎉
That knitting catalogue gag...lmao!!!!
The Baron Samedi face makeup has always been my go-to for any costume party.
These days we’d call that disruptive and put money into their Kickstarter. Brilliant
Honestly can't believe Connery in Diamonds was younger than Moore in this film 😯
This is Roger Moore's Best Bond Movie...
I grew up watching repeats of Sir Roger Moore as 'The Saint'. My mother was an avid fan. So the release of this film was a much anticipated event. I had previously seen 'Diamonds Are Forever' (my first ever Bond film) but aside from Connery decking an astronaut and stealing a moon buggy the rest of the film didn't register a great deal with me. 'Live And Let Die' however had me enthralled and still does. Who else could dismiss a voodoo threat with such panache by stating, " It's just a hat darling, belonging to a small headed man of limited means who lost a fight to a chicken!". Sir Roger = Pure Class!
Not too many actors are associated with more than one role like Moore was. There are also a lot of people in Europe who also remember him from The Persuaders since that one season was shown again and again over the decades.
@@StamFine he and Curtis were sheer magic in that series. The last great entry in the pantheon of Sir Lew Grade's action adventure shows.
JANE SEYMOUR!
My favorite Roger Moore Bond film. RIP Roger and Yaphet!
The first Bond movies for Sean, George (his only), Timothy, Pierce, & Daniel were all relatively good (some great) . Roger’s better work was more spread out in later films, with maybe one too many overall. Although Live & Let Die _did_ give us Jane Seymour, Paul McCartney’s classic, & Geoffrey Holder’s laugh (& those 7-Up commercials).
Even though I criticise the less epic feel of the early 70's Bonds, this one does manage to make it feel like Bond isn't wasted. It generally holds up quite well.
Roger Moore finally got to drive the Aston Martin in The Cannonball Run.
Oh, Roger!
I figured somebody beat me to it!
He also drove an Aston Martin on The Persuaders.
@@AlejandroFlores-Ibarra Was it a DB5?
@@michaelproctor8100 No it was a DBS (Lazenby drives one in OHMSS).
There was obviously a need to update and revise Fleming's novel because of its flagrant racism, but things were even more complicated because the film Dr. No had already killed two significant supporting characters from the book Live and Let Die: Strangways and Quarrel. But that still doesn't explain why we had to wait until For Your Eyes Only and Licence to Kill to see two of the book's major set pieces adapted to film.
Still, I enjoy how the film echoes Connery's first Bond film, and Yaphet Kotto is a great villain.
My second favourite Moore film
Of all the Bond Films, this is the one I remember seeing at the Theatre when I was a young kid the most. I think the action mixed with the supernatural element really affected me and left a lasting impression. I might need to give this a re-watch. It will be interesting to see if I still actually like it through the lens of a jaded oldie, as versus that of a young wide eyed kid.
Roger Moore using aligators as stepping stones will never get old.
@@StamFine the motorboat chase is a classic as well.
Like most early Bonds movies I can't judge this movie objectively. It is tied up with memories of watching it over and over again every time it was on television.
The sheriff was awful but Yaphet Kotto and Jane Seymour were SPECTACULAR.
The first Bond film I say in the movies. I loved watching Connery (and yes, Lazenby) on the Sunday Night Movies on TV. When I saw Roger Moore in Live and Let Die, I liked him right away.
Moore did a great job w/ the role & made his own style acceptable 4 all! Luv the few scenes where he displayed a cruel,somewhat sadistic side 2 bond against the bad guys,proving he's a convincing serious actor as well!
I can’t believe Moore was 46 years old! He looks so young
Fun fact: Roger Moore actually played James Bond in 1964..... in an extended sketch on Mary Martins TV show. Loved RM, but more as Simon Templar than Bond.
Clifton James reprises his character in Superman II.
While I like Connery I'm one of the few who prefer Roger Moore's version of Bond.
I don't like the new Bond films. They're OK action films but they've lost the suave Bond style.
I liked Daniel Craig in 'Layer Cake'
Roger's interpretation will always be unique since no one is keen to copy his lighter style. I like Roger. Also, he's great value in writing silly reviews.
2:30 reading the page and laughing my ass off
a very sexy scene with Rosie Carver shortly before a scarecrow leaves her a peekaboo corpse 6:48
Alligator farm. Lousiana doesn't have croc's....yet. The American Alligator is comparatively docile compared to crocodiles.
The only thing that didn't stand the test of time from my perspective in this movie is the opening credit scene. I remember it feeling more diabolical when I was younger.
So Kananga tests Solitaire's powers with a yes or no question and later tells her she wasn't even close. Close indicates a margin for ever which doesn't exist in a yes/no situation.
Anyone watching this film should watch the saint episode siboa the similarities are remarkable
Bond carrying the big magnum is a referee to the Dirty Harry movies of the same time period. In
This was a remarkable James Bond film when you consider the fact that one of the bad guys gets away at the end, riding on the front of the train that Bond and Solitaire are on.
"He" doesn't get away.... Bond killed him earlier in the movie... he's the Voodoo king, "the man who cannot die"
@@peterfranks6243 "But for our purposes, just a performer in a little musical extravaganza we've cooked up for you wonderful people."
@@camcrown9880 very good, nice one
@@peterfranks6243 I had to, lol.
@@camcrown9880 look at my username 🤣🤣
Your review has left me shakin not stirred .
OMG, Pitfall Harry's famous 3-crocodile heads leap comes from this movie?? How can you tell I am a single generation-gap from Live And Let Die to the dawn of the Pitfall franchise? LOL.
Yaphet Koto was in the original "Alien" movie. Just sayin'...
I really enjoyed J.W Pepper.
Burt Reynolds was never considered for this film- Diamonds are Forever and he rightly said NO.
I think it's kind of crummy that you dissed Burt Reynolds. He flat turned it down saying that only a Brit should play bond.
Also, watch Burt in Deliverance. Before he grew the porn stache and made whitesploiation flicks like Smokey & The Bandit, he was a serious actor clearly capable of pulling off an American Bond. I wish he’d said yes to the role, at least for an outing or two.
Don't give Sheriff Pepper too hard a time. He was necessary in the name of equality -- moviegoers of both ethnicities were equally offended by those shallow characterizations. Result!
I love sheriff peppa
Connery would fight it out. Moore would try to talk it out, the fight.
JW Pepper is excellent. 1 of the 3 best fictional sheriff's. The other being Roscoe P Coltrane and Buford T Justice
*coughs* Lobo *coughs*.
It's kind of annoying that they made the whole deck be "The Lovers" after she sleeps with Bond... representing her fall from power should've _obviously_ made the whole deck "The Tower", as any self-respecting tarot nerd would know! What's that? They wanted to ensure the imagery was obvious to anyone who _didn't_ know a thing about tarot already? Hmph. Well, alright then.
Roger Moore is so pretty compared to the villains
That's why he was the king of the knitting patterns.
He looks much younger than 46 doesn't he?
How much taxpayer's money did he spend on tarot cards just to get into Solitaire's knickers? No wonder the British economy tanked in the 70s.
You need to compare and contrast Calvin Dyson’s review of this and other Bond movies, and his take on JW Pepper.
I am not sure if I would describe Peter Hunt's direction as "tight. It is definitely debatable lol. Most of OHMSS was made in the editing room with voiceovers and stuff, and Hunt really struggles with rythm and narrative. I think Guy Hamilton is a much better director. He knows how to create memorable characters and iconic scenes.
Guy Hamilton really only excelled with one film. Diamonds was a farce but it was fun, Live and Let Die was a middling effort, and The Man With The Golden Gun was just sloppy. Also, I think the best of OHMSS puts most of this series to shame.
@@ricardocantoral7672 Maybe this series isn't for you then...
@@bobgoran Why would you say that ?
@@ricardocantoral7672 Because you single out the film that is different from the rest. And then claims that it put the rest to shame.
@@bobgoran I said most and so what ? No matter what film franchise you follow, there's always going to be one or a precious few that are better than the majority.
I don't think you're completely right about loving Bond films that you saw as a kid. I had just become a teenager when The Man with the Golden Gun came out, but I still think it was sh*t.
Best blaxploitation film ever made. Just ask J.W. Pepper.
That mechanical arm looks like something a 10 year old would make for Halloween....🤦♂️
Bond’s shaft? 😅
The only Bond movie I absolutely hated. (Saw it in the theater).
Sahr, y'all have the temerity to besmirch the name of JW Pepper? The man who uttered the immortal question: "Secret agent? On whose side?" That's just...ah say that's just falacious....wrong, that is!
Nice boy, but about as sharp as a sack of wet mash!
I loved Roger Moore as a kid. He did well with the sophistication and the seduction of JB even f there was a bit too much snootiness in his portrayal. But he was never remotely believable in the action scenes. He ran like a girl and probably couldn't punch through a paper bag.
Sean Connery, by contast, once pistol whipped a real-life gangster who confronted him on a movie set. Moore would have fainted.
The stereotypes are repelling. I will pass.
Taro is not bullshit. People are sometimes bullshit, and some bullshit people sometimes try to do Taro.
Fair enough.
@@StamFine en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taro Seems legit!
But is Tarot Bullshit?
I'm sorry this is one of the worst bond movies too many stereotypes and does not hold up at all, the only redeemable parts of the movie title song and Jane Seymour and the ⌚