Kevin McClory is credited as producer onThunderball.
It was also whyNever Say Never Againultimately got made, because its a remake of this story.
Its also even more fanciful a romp thanGoldfinger, for those that like more excitement than espionage.
The audience knew what to expect by now, and here its delivered by the bucket.
How good does it look on Blu-ray?
I dont think underwater photography got this good again untilThe Abyss.
But even above the wavesThunderballis of a high standard.
All the footage they shot in Nassau looks incredible, even the night photography avoids any excess grain.
But whatever the truth its faithful to the original release.
Thunderballin Bond lore is famous for having slightly different versions floating around.
If Blu-ray was made for anything, this is certainly it.
Film:
Rating:
4 out of 5
