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A View to a Kill

Name: A View to a Kill
Director: John Glen
Genre: Adventure, Action, Thriller
Released: 1985-01-01
Duration: 131 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Roger Moore, Tanya Roberts, Christopher Walken, Grace Jones, Patrick Macnee

1985Dir. John Glen2h 11m

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Runtime2h 11m

Released1985

Budget$30M

Box office$152.4M

DirectorJohn Glen

About This Movie

A View to a Kill has this strange charm, you know? It's got that quintessential '80s vibe, a mix of action and camp that feels like a time capsule. Roger Moore as Bond is, well, a bit older here but still brings his suave touch. The pacing feels a bit uneven at times, especially with the long exposition, but it has some solid moments. The practical effects, especially in the San Francisco chase scene, are a highlight. And then there's Christopher Walken as Zorin – he has this odd, unsettling charisma that stands out. There's definitely a flavor of Cold War tension, and the stakes are somewhat unique with the tech angle. Plus, the theme song by Duran Duran is just irresistibly catchy.

Directed by John Glen, sixth Bond film of his career.Features a memorable Duran Duran theme song.Shot on location in San Francisco and Paris.Notable for its 007 car chase involving a fire truck.