ODEON Magazine August 2017 | Page 26

Classic Moment in time Memorable moments from the ODEON archives Did You Know? Born in 1927 in St London, Roge ockwell, r Moore originally w an artist. Althou ted to be an gh quoted as sa he was later ying: “I enjo y being a high ly overpaid acto r.” Defying gravity In 1979, Roger Moore’s James Bond blasted off into space in Moonraker ith the sad passing of British actor Roger Moore earlier this year, we at ODEON Magazine thought it would be fitting to recall a time when the star was in his absolute pomp. This fantastic picture was taken in 1979 at the premiere of Moonraker, in which Moore played James Bond for a fourth time. As you can see from the crowds outside the ODEON Leicester Square, the legendary Secret Service agent was as popular then as he is now. Always a dry wit, Moore described himself as the fourth best Bond. While that’s up for debate (he’s higher in our minds), he was certainly the longest serving, quaffing his vodka martinis shaken not stirred for an impressive seven movies. Rest easy Sir Roger, you’ll be missed. COMING NEXT ISSUE • THOR: RAGNAROK, BLADE RUNNER 2049 + more!