live and let die

Live and Let Die

Directed by Guy Hamilton
U.S / 1973 / Narrative
121 minutes / English, Hungarian

Presented as part of Golden Anniversaries, a series that honors films celebrating their 50th year of release.

James Bond must investigate a mysterious murder case of a British agent in New Orleans. Soon he finds himself up against a gangster boss named Mr. Big.

Roger Moore makes his first appearance as Bond, while Yaphet Kotto, Jane Seymour, and Clifton James fill the supporting cast. The title track, written and performed by Wings, was nominated for an Academy Award.

 

 

With intro and discussion by Jim Tudor, co-founder of ZekeFilm and adjunct professor of film studies at Webster University.