Part two of how Goldeneye reshaped James Bond for a post–Cold War world.
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In this episode of The 007 Files, we continue out discussion on Goldeneye, the film that didn’t just reintroduce James Bond, but rescued the franchise from irrelevance. They look at the change to Leavesden Studios and the symbolic shift away from Pinewood Studios, mirroring Bond’s own need to evolve after the Cold War.
They explore the cultural shockwave of casting Judi Dench as M, the uneasy question of whether Bond had become a Cold War relic, Jack Wade and why Felix Leiter was absent. There’s also a close look at Bond’s changing image through cars and brands, from the BMW Z3 to the return of the DB5, and the long-lasting partnership with Omega.
Where to find us
Bill Koenig
https://hmssweblog.wordpress.com
Javi Trujillo
https://bsky.app/profile/javitru.bsky.social or https://www.instagram.com/thebondisnotenough/
David Leigh
https://www.thejamesbonddossier.com
Recorded in the USA and Spain on 10th December 2025
