Review of The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) by Tanya K — 06 May 2009

(No. 10).

Director Lewis Gilbert pulls out all the stops in making this one of the most visually interesting Bond films ever, while also introducing us to one of the most formidable of all of Bond's antagonists: Jaws. Silent but deadly, Jaws still holds presence on screen and is a truly frightening character, while Moore comes into his own as Agent 007, enveloping his character completely. Beautiful cinematography and artistic framing catapult this adventure into an above average viewing experience. A variety of locations keep the action fresh by starting in the cold climates of Russia and Austria, and then really heating up in Egypt and Italy. The scenes of the pyramids are exceptionally striking with atmospheric lighting illuminating their grandeur over an eerie narration of their ancient history. The Spy Who Loved Me is definitely one of the best of the franchise.