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'Bond, James Bond: The World Of 007' At Hofstra University


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#31 Renard

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Posted 08 November 2007 - 11:01 AM

Has somebody taken some pictures at this event?

#32 TheMantis

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Posted 08 November 2007 - 10:34 PM

The Psyche of a Bond Collector was my presentation and I think we all had a great time...pics and report coming this weekend!

#33 Kara Milovy

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Posted 09 November 2007 - 04:12 PM

Here's a write-up of my symposium experience. This is a cross-post from my blog, where it's all linked up and such.



Did you know Robert Davi is an almnus of Hofstra? So is Christopher Walken! Only one of these illustrious Bond villains appeared at the Bond Symposium I attended yesterday.

Hempstead, Long Island is less than an hour and a half from home, and I was within two miles of the place when I got lost. Really hopelessly lost. Lost like, 45 minutes late. And I wasn

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Posted 09 November 2007 - 05:52 PM

I overheard the reporter from Newsday saying that his wrap-up article on the conference would run on Monday...

I had a great time there, even if my presentation on Bond fan films went a little kaflooey--my voice was destroyed by a cold and the IT people screwed up my computer, which led to a weird first 5 minutes, but it all ended up running smoothly in the end.

One of the best parts was an unannounced presentation by the head of UA marketing, who worked on marketing the first 10 Bond flicks. Unfortunately, I could barely hear him because he'd brought a friend--a UA poster designer--with him, and someone kept badgering the old designer for sketches during the entire presentation. I could barely hear a thing from the two talking so loudly. What I did pick up was great though--stories about the first publicity campaign with Connery and how they told him he had to "be Bond" for the press for the next few months, etc. Great, enlightening, "you are there" stuff.

The writers panel was fun too--wish I could have stayed for the screenwriting teleconference, but I had to split. Overall, a fun two days though!

#35 Qwerty

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Posted 09 November 2007 - 08:44 PM

This sounds like it was filled with some excellent interviews. Would've loved to hear about the marketing for the very early Bond films.

Looking forward to the pictures.

#36 Doctor Shatterhand

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Posted 09 November 2007 - 11:55 PM

Welcome aboard, Clive - er, I mean Dolt.



I overheard the reporter from Newsday saying that his wrap-up article on the conference would run on Monday...

I had a great time there, even if my presentation on Bond fan films went a little kaflooey--my voice was destroyed by a cold and the IT people screwed up my computer, which led to a weird first 5 minutes, but it all ended up running smoothly in the end.

One of the best parts was an unannounced presentation by the head of UA marketing, who worked on marketing the first 10 Bond flicks. Unfortunately, I could barely hear him because he'd brought a friend--a UA poster designer--with him, and someone kept badgering the old designer for sketches during the entire presentation. I could barely hear a thing from the two talking so loudly. What I did pick up was great though--stories about the first publicity campaign with Connery and how they told him he had to "be Bond" for the press for the next few months, etc. Great, enlightening, "you are there" stuff.

The writers panel was fun too--wish I could have stayed for the screenwriting teleconference, but I had to split. Overall, a fun two days though!



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Posted 10 November 2007 - 07:01 AM

I had the incredible honor of being a visiting "professor" this week at Hofstra University's Bond Event. The event was a several day symposium on all things Bond including Bond writers, actors, experts, and yes....even Bond collectors. I presented on two panels and my discussions focused on The Psyche of a Bond Collector and James Bond's Gadgets and Props. Two subjects I have some familiarity with (groan). The event was well attended by a mix of students and "civilians" and the vibe in the crowd was always positive. Some hilites for me included:

Dinner with Raymond Benson. Incredibly nice guy with incredible stories. He is both humble and generous and his fame has not tainted this man in any way.

Meeting and listening to stories from Robert Davi. Sanchez aside this is a warm hearted man who truly loves his fans.

Clive Young's discussion about amateur fan films. Clive is hysterical and his material was well thought out. I still owe you an interview, Clive.

Lois Gresh, author of the Science of James Bond. I shared a panel with her and she is a genuin fan and again was one of those pleasant individuals that you want to spend more time with.

The looks on the faces of some of the younger crowd when the case of gadgets were shown. Made the trip worth it.

It was also great meeting new friends and old ones including the Ian Fleming Foundation gents, Donald Grant, and of course hanging out with The Spy Boys Ed Maggiani. Here are a few pics ofme pretending to "teach" and other goodies.


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#38 Dolt

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Posted 12 November 2007 - 04:46 PM

Newsday's wrap-up on the symposium:

http://www.newsday.c...,7657330.column

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Posted 13 November 2007 - 07:50 AM

Report on the event here...

http://www.newsday.c...,6950352.column