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In January all James Bond movies showed up on Netflix. I grew up when it was Roger Moore who was firmly in the role of James Bond, and his run was considered spectacular popcorn entertainment. I had a weak spot for Moonraker (because space!) and, according to personal records, 1983’s Octopussy was the first one I paid pocket money to see as and when it came out while most of the earlier ones gradually got their due on TV, at the Mini Cine One, or via borrowed VHS tapes. Sure, there were gaps; I never made an active effort to see every single James Bond movie (especially the earlier ones) — nor did it really matter to me. Continue reading →