In the world of James Bond movies, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service is a vital cornerstone. George Lazenby’s only 007 adventure, the 1969 classic was deemed a failure upon its initial release - but has grown in profile over the ensuing decades. Which is why I had to see it in an actual movie theater when my local independent theater announced another repertory showing.
I was blown away again by experiencing director Peter Hunt’s blockbuster outside of a living room for a change. However, this latest viewing got me thinking about how OHMSS’ tragic ending actually found itself referenced through every 00-actor that succeeded it. In one case, I even found myself loving a personal favorite even more, as it’s technically the unofficial sequel to this outing.
