Goldfinger [Blu-ray] [1964]

In many respects this is the most iconic and celebrated on all the Bond films. The opening sequence is not without humour but once the film gets underway "Goldfinger" reveals itself to be a catalogue of the finest 007 moments whether it is the Aston Martin with the ejector seat, the duel on the golf course, the girl covered in gold paint or Bond's encounter with the laser whilst strapped to the table. It is also worth remembering that this is the film with Pussy Galore in too and with Auric Goldfinger (the name is borrowed from a then contemporary architect) and his henchman Odd Job, this film has two of the best Bond villains. For many Sean Connery remains the ultimate Bond yet , in some ways, a film like this very much seems the precursor to the more sophisticated Bond of Daniel Craig. Despite the gap of fifty years, the similarities between the way James Bond is protrayed by the two actors is quite staggering. For a film that is half a century old, "Goldfinger" looks very good in this restoration. Of course there are a few limitations and moments which don't stand up to scrutiny. The surfit of Chinese in Switzerland working for Auric Goldfinger never appears to have been picked up by the locals (although it didn't go unnoticed by the director of the French OSS 117 pastiche that wickedly lampoons Bond!) and the gathering of the mafia bosses at Goldfinger's Kentucky Ranch seems unnecessary when considering their ultimate fate. Despite these errors, I really enjoyed this film which was far better than I recollected. In some cases like the mirror used to deceive Bond in the car chase, I thought there was a degree of imagination that was superior from later editions where a gadget might have been used to the same effect. The final denouement at Fort Knox is handled with a modesty which would be lost by the time of "You only live twice" and the duel with Odd Job in the vault was something that struck me as particularly clever when I first saw this film as a child. In conclusion, "Goldfinger" is really the Bond film to start the collection. Some of the later films with Roger Moore became more of a gentle send-up but these early efforts remain resolutely iconic and valid despite the limitations of 1960's cinema. Essential viewing.

Every '007' fan will no doubt have their favourite 'Bond' movie, this in truth is mine, a good reason to investin this collectable 'Steel-Book' release.In this one we see our hero pitted against the ruthless 'Auric Goldfinger' (Gert Frobe) who has his favouritecommodity 'Gold' held in vaults all around the World, 'James'(Sean Connery) has to discover what 'Goldfinger' is up to.'James' has an early introduction to 'Goldfinger's' side-kick 'OddJob' (Harold Sakata) and his steel-rimmedbowler-hat, during a game of golf between 'Auric' and 'James' - OddJob' turns out to be an inventive 'Caddy'~ their paths will cross again.'James' follows 'Goldfinger' to Geneva where his new toy awaits him, the gadget-filled Aston-Martin (not thathe'll be driving it for long)Setting out to discover 'Goldfinger's' master plan will land 'James' in a heap load of trouble very quickly,fortunately he'd overheard part of a conversation at the tycoons warehouse, three words that will save hislife, 'Operation Grand-Slam'In captivity he has his first encounter with 'Goldfinger's' personal pilot, 'Pussy Galore' (Honor Blackman)Though the three word phrase had kept him alive 'James' still has no idea what Operation Grand Slam is, until,after outsmarting his Guard James finds himself below a room where 'Goldfinger' was, with pride, boasting tohis associates who had already committed their investment, his plans to disable 'Fort Knox' sending the priceof Gold sky high, the knowledge of the plan however wasn't going to be allowed much beyond the room, all theinvestors die with the knowledge remaining safe, other than the fact that '007' had heard enough, unless he canget the message out to 'Agent Felix' (Cec Linder) 'James' could be the only person that stands between 'Goldfinger'achieving his plans or being foiled.With the usual array of superb one-liners, Beautiful women, great action sequences, the film all these years downthe line hasn't lost it's appeal, of course 'Shirley Basseys's' song of the same name grace's proceedings.The film has a pretty good picture and sound upgrade.A superb Collectable,as collectors of 'Steel-Book' movies will know, these issues are only available for a short time,waiting will only see the price considerably increase.

I've always loved James Bond. My father introduced me to it and I was hooked. I once got to go to a James Bond Convention and have my picture taken with Sean Connery's Aston Martin. It was amazing. Sean Connery is my fav James Bond and always will be. I ma so glad to find they are on here! Childhood memories of watching these with my father and wanting to be James Bond XD

Still one of the best Bond movies. Very pleased with this order. Thanks.

la livraison a été ultra rapide, je l'ai écouté en français et l'enregistrement du film est de très bonne qualité pour le son et l'image pour l'année que sa été tournée.très heureux de mon achat

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I first saw "Goldfinger" when it first premiered on television on the ABC network in early 1972. I was 16 at the time. Well, I'm 67 now and got it DVD and appreciate it more than ever. This was the first James Bond film I ever saw. I first got it on BETA back in the '80's. Then on VHS in the '90's. This is one of my favorite action adventure movies. Released in 1964, this was the 3rd James Bond flick. "Dr. NO" in 1962 and "From Russia With Love" in 1963 being the first two. Sean Connery returns as Agent 007 and this time his assignment is to go after Auric Goldfinger played by Gert Frobe ,who's plot is to corner the world's gold market by sabotaging the gold reserve at Fort Knox in Kentucky. Goldfinger is considered one of the best Bond villains of all time. The lovely Honor Blackman plays the Bond girl "Pussy Galore." Shirley Eaton plays Jill Masterson, Goldfinger's accomplice in a memorable role. Harold Sakata plays Goldfinger's henchman "Odd Job," another great villain. Bernard Lee returns as "M," Lois Maxwell as his secretary Miss Moneypenny and Desmond Llewelyn as "Q." Director Guy Hamilton does a fine job. John Barry composes a great score and Shirley Bassey sang the popular theme song which reached No. 8 on The Billboard Charts. Bond drives a fantastic Aston Martin. Which was chosen because it is considered England's most sophisticated car. This was the first one to become a big hit at the box-office and the first to win an "Oscar," (for Best Sound.) The tagline for one of the movie posters read...."James Bond is back in action ! Everything he touches turns to excitement !"

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