September 2023
James Bond Australia Monthly Newsletter
Welcome to the James Bond Australia monthly newsletter where we delve into all of the latest James Bond news including film, literature, gaming, breaking news, merchandise, events and more!
New James Bond Game ‘Cypher 007’ Coming to Apple Arcade
Cypher 007, a new James Bond game, will be released on Apple Arcade on 29 September 2023.
“Inspired by 60 years of Spycraft and Cypher 007, players will experience the world of Agent 007 to revisit Bond’s most iconic moments and locations. Players are tasked with defeating criminal mastermind Blofeld, head of Spectre, by gathering intel, uncovering secrets, and overcoming immersive levels filled with obstacles, opponents, and objectives that increase in difficulty as they progress. Compete against other 007 agents worldwide via leaderboards to prove who is on top.”
Bond 26 Added to Production Weekly
Bond 26, the 26th Official James Bond film is now listed on Production Weekly, Issue No. 1368 published on 21 September 2023.
New Look at Brian Cox in ‘007: Road To A Million’
In a new interview with GQ Magazine UK, Brian Cox talks about following up a career-defining role in Succession with, of all things, a James Bond themed reality series.
In 007: Road To A Million Cox takes on the role of “The Controller”, the show’s shadowy and knowingly hammy villain, tasked with frustrating the contestants’ efforts.
Speaking on the role, Cox said “I’ve been ignored over the years as far as James Bond is concerned. One of the kind of cockeyed reasons I did [007: Road to a Million] was I thought, well: really? If you were ever looking for somebody to play a Bond villain [it would be me]… so this is sort of my way of getting back at them.”
‘Icons Unearthed: James Bond’ Documentary Series on VICE TV
Series five of Icons Unearthed will focus on the James Bond franchise, and will premiere on 4 October 2023 on VICE TV (US).
Produced by the Nacelle Company, the documentary series narrated by Gloria Hendry will look back at the franchises illustrious 60-year history, and will include interviews with George Lazenby, Gloria Hendry, Caroline Munro, Catherine Schell, Terence Mountain, Andreas Wisniewski,Trina Parks,and stuntman Vic Armstrong.
‘SPECTRE in Concert’ with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra
The West Australian Symphony Orchestra will present SPECTRE in Concert conducted by Jessica Gethin at the Riverside Theatre from 8 – 9 November, 2024.
Tickets will go on sale at 10:00 AM (AWST) on Wednesday, 11 October, 2023 with exclusive pre-sale access for SymphonENews members.
Interview with Kieran Bullock Creator of ‘Station J: An Mi6 Comedy’
We talk to Kieran Bullock about his new play Station J: An Mi6 Comedy ahead of its world premiere at the Motley Bauhaus on 27 September 2023.
Dressed to Kill: Pretty-Boy Brosnan and the Queer Appeal of James Bond
Contributor Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier examines the queer appeal of James Bond in the Pierce Brosnan era.
‘007: Road To A Million’ Renewed for a Second Series
Despite the first series having yet to premiere, 007: Road To A Million has been renewed for a second series on Prime Video.
Filming for the second series will take place throughout 2024 with applications now open to UK residents.
Are you up to the challenge? Apply now.
Corgi Release New ‘Quantum of Solace’ Aston Martin DBS Model
Corgi have announced the Spring 2023 release of the Quantum of Solace Aston Martin DBS Model.
The new 1:36 scale model is made from painted die-cast metal, and features the damage sustained during the Lake Garda chase in Italy, including scratches to the paint work, bullet holes and missing driver’s door.
‘From Russia with Love’ 70th Anniversary US Paperback Edition
Ian Fleming Publications have released the 70th Anniversary Paperback Edition of From Russia with Love in the United States.
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