I take on Casino Royale, the book and the new film, in an item over at Spot-on:How do we judge if James Bond is a misogynist? And if he is one, should that spoil the Ian Fleming novels and the big popcorn movies that feature the character?
My answer to the latter question: Probably not. Fleming and the moviemakers created entertainment, not social commentary....
But Bond as an artifact, not as entertainment, is another story.
So, is James Bond a misogynist? Click here to find out.
--Marshal Zeringue
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