"It's a product of its time, isn't it?"

Summary

In this episode of 'Trimming the Movie Fat', host Stephen and his guests, the 2 Pauls, discuss the 1965 James Bond adventure 'Thunderball', exploring its plot, characters, and cultural significance.

They reflect on the film's humor, action scenes, and music, while also paying tribute to the late Gene Hackman. The conversation delves into the film's place within the Bond franchise, its reception during the Cold War era, and the portrayal of female characters.

The hosts share their rankings and thoughts on potential changes for a modern remake, ultimately agreeing on the film's entertainment value and its importance in the Bond series.

"The underwater scenes slow the film down."

Chapters

00:32 Introduction to Thunderball and Bond's Legacy

00:56 Thunderball Trailer

04:38 Tale of the Tape: Thunderball

06:54 Remembering Gene Hackman: A Tribute

08:54 First Impressions of Thunderball

12:50 Bond's Humor and Character Development

14:14 The Film's Pacing and Underwater Scenes

19:25 Ranking Thunderball Among Bond Films

21:16 Plot Relevance and Continuity Errors

23:41 Villains and Bond Girls: A Deeper Look

28:33 Memorable Action Scenes

32:55 The Power of Music in Bond Films

37:44 Modernizing Thunderball

39:16 Final Thoughts and Ratings

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