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Diamonds Are Forever (1971)
Women, casinos, fast cars, murders and deceit = Bond at his best
This is a classic bond film. It has everything you would expect and more. There are gadgets galore, beautiful women and fascinating locations, along with a classic Bond plot. James bond starts in London as usual but visits Amsterdam, Las Vegas and the Nevada Desert along the way to name just a few. He is pitted against his arch enemy Blofeld once again, who has stolen a considerable amount of diamonds and is planning to use them from space to hold the world to ransom. Bond is of course sent to save the world, win the hand of the lady and arrive home shaken not stirred. This film has probably one of the most memorable car chases of all time featured in it and is worth viewing just for that. An absolute diamond of a film which seems to improve with age, a bit like a good wine.
Holiday on the Buses (1973)
An awful, abysmal TV movie with little or no thought put in to the comedy value of it
This has got to be the most appalling abuse of the word comedy ever witnessed.It is simply not funny and the scriptwriters have obviously just tried to use the name of the TV series in order to make a few quid at the box office. This film makes a carry on seem subtle as far as sexual innuendo goes ( no mean feat), and has all the charisma of a corpse with rigamortis. A complete washout I'm afraid!!
Leaving Las Vegas (1995)
A poetically shocking film that leaves you on a rollercoaster of emotions
This is the type of film that portrays the true image of Las Vegas. It is as much beautiful to watch as it is sickening. Nicolas Cage is at his best as the 'beyond retribution' alcoholic who wants to die in Vegas through his alcoholism. Elisabeth Shue is also excellent as the hooker in love with Cage. This film leaves you feeling almost betrayed by human nature, and is an excellent reminder not judge people for who they are or what they do.