I misspelled it "Bai Ling" but I pronounced it "Gong Li". Or something.

Not really fights, but more like gets attacked by one during his escape.

I have to admit, I don't get the dig at the horse ranch.

She's truly his equal, and not in an action movie ass-kicking chick kind of way.

Well, he is British.

I think it's "No, Mr. Bond, I expect you die." Or at least, that's the version I use when I slip it into daily conversations.

Horrible history and terrific films.

Yep, that and Gremlins. The heart ripping is unbelievably graphic for a PG film - it all happens on screen.

Exactly.

Asians all look the same to me. It makes living in Asia a real hassle.

Yes?

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There is some craziness in the books (a giant octopus attack in Dr.No, a killer plant garden in You Only Live Twice), but in general, the stories and plots are much more grounded and realistic in the novels.

Not sure, as I haven't lived in the US since 2003. But fun memories!

14 Days of Bond on TBS!

Was that true in the 70s?

Well, it doesn't go into space for starters! If I remember correctly, Drax has designed a missile defense system for England, but is really a former Nazi who plans on using the missiles on London. So they play bridge, Bond dodges one kill attempt, then saves the day. All the Bond novels are rather short and VERY…

It's nothing but style and Bai Ling. If the style doesn't work for you (it certainly didn't for me) it's a slog. Bai Ling however, works for everyone.

Well said!

People just want something different, so it goes in cycles.