'The Spy Who Loved Me' is easily the best bond movie of the 70's and second only to 'On Her Majestys Secret Service' as being the best film in the series. Funny that - the two best films and no Sean Connery! ( Although 'Goldfinger' comes 3rd!). Roger Moore's 3rd appearance shows he has finally settled into the role and aside from 'For Your Eyes Only' this is probably his finest performance as 007, crisp and cool all the time, charming when needed and a bastard when necessary, he really is good in this. This was the first time the producer (Now Albert R. Broccoli on his own) had to come up with a new story - only Ian Fleming's title was used- and it's brilliant. Similar to 'You Only Live Twice' in some aspects (same director, same scenario almost), the plot takes full advantage of gorgeous locations, outstanding stunts, stunningly beautiful women (Barbara Bach, Caroline Munro, Valerie Leon) and the series best villain Jaws (proving so popular the producers didn't kill him off as was originally written and brought him back in the next film). Also noteworthy is Marvin Hamlisch's score which is again amongst the series best and THAT theme tune, bettered only by 'Live And Let Die' as the best Bond theme ever. Everything clicks in this movie, the production values are amazing and as pure escapism it's very hard to beat, even the car is sexy! My 2nd favourite Bond film. 10/10
Review of The Spy Who Loved Me
