Goldfinger (1964)

Preceded by: From Russia with Love (1963)
Followed by: Thunderball (1965)

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Cast includes:
CHARACTER	ACTOR/ACTRESS	RATING
James Bond	Sean Connery	½
Goldfinger	Gert Fröbe	½
Pussy Galore	Honor Blackman	½
Jill Masterson	Shirley Eaton	-
Tilly Masterson	Tania Mallett	½
Oddjob	Harold Sakata
"M"	Bernard Lee	-
Solo	Martin Benson	-
Felix Leiter	Cec Linder	-
Moneypenny	Lois Maxwell	-

Review

After two films directed by Terence Young, the producers turned to original first-choice Guy Hamilton for this third entry in the James Bond series. And his subtle changes within the already set formula made the world of 007 feel more real and dangerous. With an increased budget, some entertaining new gadgets and plot devices, and an impeccable Sean Connery hitting peak form in the role, Goldfinger stands as a highlight among the first few films in the series. And although the picture also boasts its share of ridiculous villains (Oddjob) and hapless actresses (Tania Mallett), there are several memorable bits and pieces in here that in retrospect have become iconic. Followed by Thunderball (1965).