Coming Up on Saturday at The Described Movies: A View to a Kill and The Ipcress File
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From this Saturday at 12 AM Eastern—that’s 4 PM Saturday in NZ, 2 PM in Sydney, and 5 AM in the UK—and repeated every four hours throughout the day—we’re
featuring the described movies A View to a Kill (1985) and The Ipcress File (1965).
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Movie 1: A View to a Kill (1985)
A View to a Kill (1985) is the fourteenth film in the James Bond series and the seventh and final appearance of Roger Moore as the iconic British secret
agent 007.
The story begins when Bond investigates the mysterious activities of Max Zorin, a wealthy and powerful industrialist with ambitions that extend far beyond
the world of business. As Bond follows a trail of intrigue from Europe to the United States, he uncovers a dangerous plot that threatens Silicon Valley
and could give Zorin control of the global microchip market.
Along the way, Bond encounters the resourceful geologist Stacey Sutton and faces formidable adversaries, including Zorin’s fiercely loyal bodyguard May
Day. Directed by John Glen, the film combines action, espionage, and spectacle, featuring daring stunts, memorable locations, and one of the most ambitious
villains in the Bond franchise. With its blend of suspense and adventure, A View to a Kill remains a distinctive entry in the long-running series.
Directed by: John Glen
Produced by: Albert R. Broccoli, Michael G. Wilson
Starring: Roger Moore, Christopher Walken, Tanya Roberts, Grace Jones, Patrick Macnee
Written by: Richard Maibaum, Michael G. Wilson
Music by: John Barry
Cinematography: Alan Hume
Edited by: Peter Davies, John Grover
Distributed by: MGM/UA Entertainment Co.
Release date: 22 May 1985 (USA)
File length: 131 minutes
Country: United Kingdom, United States
Language: English
Budget: Approx. $30 million
Box office: Approx. $152 million
Movie 2: The Ipcress File (1965)
The Ipcress File (1965) is a British espionage thriller based on the novel by Len Deighton and is widely regarded as one of the finest spy films of the
1960s.
The film follows Harry Palmer, a sharp-witted and unconventional British intelligence officer who is assigned to investigate the disappearance of several
prominent scientists. As Palmer delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a complex web of intrigue involving brainwashing, international espionage, and
hidden conspiracies.
Unlike many spy films of its era, The Ipcress File presents a more grounded and realistic portrayal of intelligence work, focusing on investigation and
psychological tension rather than glamour and action. Directed by Sidney J. Furie, the film is noted for its innovative cinematography, atmospheric storytelling,
and Michael Caine’s iconic performance as Harry Palmer. Its influence on the spy genre continues to be felt decades after its release.
Directed by: Sidney J. Furie
Produced by: Harry Saltzman
Starring: Michael Caine, Nigel Green, Guy Doleman, Sue Lloyd, Gordon Jackson
Written by: Bill Canaway, James Doran
Music by: John Barry
Cinematography: Otto Heller
Edited by: Peter Hunt
Distributed by: Rank Film Distributors
Release date: 18 March 1965 (UK)
File length: 103 minutes
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Budget: Approx. £213,000
Box office: Approx. $2.2 million