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Who's Your Favorite: James Bond or Jason Bourne?

BuzzSugar — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:30:59 -0800

It's the ultimate showdown (of today): Jason Bourne vs. James Bond! Which character do you prefer? Matt Damon recently had some nasty words to say about James Bond and though I can see his point, I still enjoy the classic character - especially as interpreted by our most recent Bond, Daniel Craig.

So who is it for you: James Bond or Jason Bourne?

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Who's Your Favorite James Bond?

BuzzSugar — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 13:30:10 -0800

Part of the fun of James Bond movies (like this weekend's Quantum of Solace) is seeing what each new actor brings to the role. There are always a few givens, since Bond has to be charming, stylish, clever and good with a gun. Oh, and he has to look great in a tux.

But this leaves room for variation, with each actor having a different take on how slick or funny or tough his Bond is. So who do you think makes the best James Bond?

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Buzz Gift Guide: Hey, Daddio!

BuzzSugar — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 05:30:36 -0800

Welcome to another one of my Buzz Gift Guides for all the entertainment lovers in your life. Yesterday I tackled gifts for moms and today I've got some ideas for the original special fellow in your life: Dad.

I know a lot of dads (not just my own) who were sad to see HBO's mobster hit The Sopranos end, so I was delighted to find a whole collection of wines inspired by the show. You can choose from an old school Chianti called "Uncle Junior's Wine" and a Pinot Grigio inspired by Carmella ("light but tasty enough for a strong woman"), among others. If your dad's a fan of the show he'll probably get a kick out of these.

If your dad's a music lover he might enjoy this CD and DVD box set of Frank Sinatra singin' his hits in Vegas, a collection of Louis Armstrong's Christmas tunes, or Martin Scorsese's rock doc chronicling two Rolling Stones concerts, Shine a Light.

Of course, many dads would be thrilled to get this humongous set of James Bond films on DVD. And finally, while it's not exactly my favorite series, my dad really does think Two and a Half Men is one of the funniest shows on TV, so I'll be picking up the fourth season on DVD for his collection this year.

Shine a Light ($18.99)	Sinatra: Vegas ($63.98)
The Sopranos Wine ($24.99)	James Bond Blu-ray Collection Six-Pack ($111.95)
Two and a Half Men - The Complete Fourth Season ($28.99)	The Christmas Collection: 20th Century Masters: Louis Armstrong & Friends: Music ($10.99)

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Love It or Leave It: Alicia Keys & Jack White's Bond Song

BuzzSugar — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:30:04 -0700

The idea of a Jack White (of White Stripes) and Alicia Keys collaboration for the next James Bond theme song sounded like it could be awesome, or maybe disastrous. Now we can take a listen to "Another Way to Die" and find out what we're in for when Quantum of Solace comes at us Nov. 14.

I've listened to the song a few times now, and I think I like it. But as a Bond theme song? I'm not sure. . . Take "Another Way to Die" for a spin and tell me what you think.

Another Way To Die (Feat. Jack White) - Alicia Keys

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Another Movie Date Change! Quantum of Solace: Nov. 14

BuzzSugar — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:41:24 -0700

Following all these changes to the Fall movie releases is like a chess game because it has thrown the entire calender into a bit of a tizzy. First Twilight shifted its date based on the Harry Potter news, and now Quantum of Solace, the next installment of the James Bond franchise starring Daniel Craig, will follow suit.

Originally, Quantum of Solace was going to open Nov. 7 and is now being bumped to Nov. 14. Sony chair of worldwide marketing and distribution Jeff Blake states:

We believe Nov. 14 is a great date that allows us to play straight through Thanksgiving and right into Christmas. We believe this decision will give the public a wider opportunity to see the film over the holiday.

In this new slot the James Bond flick will now open the same weekend as Baz Luhrmann's epic Australia. Looks like despite the Harry Potter move to Summer of '09, this Fall is still shaping up to be pretty eventful.

So, let's see here, what does this mean for us? An additional week to ponder the meaning of Quantum of Solace, perhaps? Sure, why not.

Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures

Quantum of Solace Trailer Hits!

BuzzSugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:30:45 -0700

"I think you're so blinded by inconsolable rage that you don't care who you hurt. When you can't tell your friends from your enemies, it's time to go." - M (Judi Dench)

The James Bond in this latest installment seems darker, wearier, and more grizzled than we've seen him. The brand-new trailer for Quantum of Solace, the next Bond movie due to hit theaters November 7, is totally intriguing. It's slow to rev up, with allusions to how rage-filled Bond is now, and only uses the signature horn-blasting 007 theme music toward the very end. There's something somber and very dark about the atmosphere of this movie, and while watching it I can't help but think of all the trouble this production has had.

I am insanely anxious to see the full movie and it's strangely relieving to see Daniel Craig's Bond back in action. I've missed him! Are you as psyched as I am for Quantum of Solace? To check out the trailer, read more.

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Buzz News Roundup, 4/21

BuzzSugar — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:30:37 -0700

It'll be back: Fox has renewed Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles for a second season, writes the Hollywood Reporter.
One of James Bond's iconic cars plunged into a lake in Italy while shooting a scene, the AP reports.
Jordin Sparks is suffering from a vocal cord hemorrhage and has dropped out of the Alicia Keys tour, writes Billboard.
It's not just Britney - TV Guide reports that Sarah Chalke is also returning to How I Met Your Mother.
Just in time for Earth Day, the LA Times reports that Disney has launched a new unit to make environmental and nature films.
Variety reports that the Crank sequel has found its lead actors: Amy Smart and Clifton Collins, Jr. Bai Ling will also have a role in the movie.
According to ABC News, President Bush will send an on-air good luck message to a contestant on Deal or No Deal tonight.
Carnie Wilson and "Kid" from Kid 'N Play are among the "celebrities" who will be competing on a celebrity magic reality show on VH1; details are at The Futon Critic.

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New Quantum of Solace Behind-the-Scenes Clips!

BuzzSugar — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 07:30:00 -0700

Those eyes. . . that compassionate face. . . sigh. . Oops - got a little distracted there. I'll leave the manjoyment to Pop and get back to the task at hand.

Where was I? Oh, right. Remember when there was some skepticism around Daniel Craig taking on the role as James Bond? Some argued he wasn't debonaire enough, or something. But he and the team behind Casino Royale proved the naysayers wrong and not only scored huge critical and box office success, but managed to redefine James Bond as the kind of action hero audiences are craving these days: a human being we can actually relate to (see also: Jason Bourne).

These behind-the-scenes clips not only reveal the vast production efforts (including many different shooting locations employed across the globe) going into the next installment, Quantum of Solace, but how cognizant the filmmakers are of what made Casino Royale so special. To me, this means the odds are good that this new movie (despite its mind-boggling title - seriously, quantum and solace . . . what?) will turn out as well as the last one.

Quantum of Solace hits U.S. theaters November 7 (October 31 in England). To watch dreamy Daniel and the rest of film crew discuss the making of the new Bond movie, read more.

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Bond 22 Gets a New Title: Quantum of Solace

BuzzSugar — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:25:22 -0800

Reporters were informed today of the new title of what was previously Bond 22, and it's quite the mouthful: Quantum of Solace. For some reason I can't say this title without impersonating Sean Connery. It just sounds better that way. Anyway, the title was chosen from a story in the collection For Your Eyes Only by Bond creator Ian Fleming.

According to producer Michael G. Wilson "We thought it was an intriguing title and referenced what happened to Bond and what is happening in the film." The story picks up where the last film with Daniel Craig's Bond left off, "with Bond contemplating revenge after his betrayal by his true love, Vesper Lynd."

However, co-producer Barbara Broccoli (hee hee) insists this isn't a revenge movie, stating "It's a lot more complicated than that. It has lots of action but it also deals with the inner turmoil Bond is feeling."

What do you think of this new title? Is it appropriately James Bond-ish?

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Buzz Gift Guide: Go, Daddy-O

BuzzSugar — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 15:28:33 -0800

Looking for ways to beef up your dad's entertainment arsenal? Check out today's holiday gift guide, as full of daddy love as this week's episode of Heroes was.

What man hasn't dreamed of being James Bond? Indulge your dad's slick, shoot-em-up fantasies with the Ultimate James Bond Collector's Set, which includes all 21 films to date plus a full disc of special features for each, including deleted scenes and interviews.

Well, I don't know about your dad, but mine is a huge Ken Burns fan, and no Ken Burns documentary collection is complete without The War, Burns' exploration of the effects of the Second World War on not just the soldiers fighting abroad, but average American families here at home.

My dad is also a big fan of author Khaled Hosseini's bestselling novel The Kite Runner, and he recently enjoyed Hosseini's newer release A Thousand Splendid Suns. And, if your dad enjoys the book version of The Kite Runner, then you can take him to see the upcoming film adaptation.

Another dadly gift is the DVD set Neil Young: Under Review 1976-2006, a documentary chronicling the second half of Neil Young's musical career. There is also another documentary that reviews Young's earlier years as a musician, from 1966 to 1975.