Unlimited reading. Irma does away with Weston (Nigel Green), another Phoenecian board member. As an adult, Thomas became an accomplished pianist, and earned a political science degree from Massachusetts Springfield College. 3.98 171 ratings13 reviews In these captivating new stories, danger is a breath away, but love conquers all. This one had an unexpected twist that I did not see. This was disappointing to me because I expect so much more from Sala. Teresa Hann writes tales of magic and mayhem where fierce heroines win their hard-fought happy endings. Three damaged characters attempt to start over in this mystery thriller. This is the movie you get when you remove most of the action and all of the gadgets from a classical James Bond movie. Those agents are played by Elke Sommer and Sylva Koscina. : Meanwhile, Drummond and Robert dive into the sea to rescue Grace. Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2021. Luckily because he starts investigating several "accidents" that are pretty obviously murder. Deadlier than the Male is a mildly entertaining attempt to imitate the flash and sexiness of Jim Bond. This definitely worth picking up to read. Edinburgh University Press p 360, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Deadlier_Than_the_Male&oldid=1149169689, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 10 April 2023, at 15:35. Deaf since the age of 18 months, Sue Thomas neither asked for nor received sympathy for her handicap at any time in her life: Indeed, as a youngster she was known to periodically bloody the noses of kids who taunted her in school. Dr. Noman's daughter and her husband got a loan abroad, and they decide to keep their daughter (Hind) with her grandfather, Dr. Noman, to take care of her while they are away. There are no TV airings over the next 14 days. Strong female presence in each of the stories. She thought she'd seen the last of her dark past.Then it broke into her apartment and tried to get into her pants.Because the pack that destroyed her life needs a new alphaand it's her. He's a pretty good lead, even though his female counterparts outshine him by a. Petersen gives Grace a "second chance"; she uses the opportunity to board the King's yacht as soon as she has the chance, just as Petersen had planned. : Definitely good read. British agent Bulldog Drummond is assigned to stop a master criminal who uses beautiful women to do his killings. Karate chops, deadly cigars, chess robots and questionable one-liners ensue. Please try your request again later. Sharon was great as always! Elke Sommer is stylishly murdering oil tycoons and only one man can stop her: Dick Johnson, the Sean Connery lookalike with the most phallic name imaginable. This one touched me and I felt for Haley. Lethal ladies lead Bulldog Drummond (Richard Johnson) on a chase around London and the Riviera. Good start to a series featuring a strong female alpha but I wished the relationships between Briar and her mates were more developed before making the connection but overall enjoyable start. Please try again. It is a James Bond parody in totality. , Simultaneous device usage Because old scars run as deep as passions. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Want to read Buy on Amazon Rate this book Deadlier Than the Male James Gunn 3.00 22 ratings7 reviews First novel by author Gunn. The Fiercest Heart by Sharon Sala. Letterboxd is an independent service created by a small team, and we rely mostly on the support of our members to maintain our site and apps. This feels a little more grounded compared to the many imitators that came in the wake of the Bond series, mixing intrigue and quirky humour in a way that helps to give it a fresh and unique identity. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. Created by Dave Alan Johnson and Gary R. Johnson, the series premiered October 13, 2002. There is great emotion in this story. While Briar deals with physical scars from the past, two of her men have to deal with a lot of emotional scars. Good,We need more books with female alphas and male omegasI wish it were more on the steamer side tho but thats my preference. : One woman seen in bra and slip. Deadlier Than the Male 1967 Directed by Ralph Thomas Synopsis For Hire: Deadly Weapons! I found the suspense elements way too predictable, and did not like the glossing over of ten years right in the middle of the action perhaps flashbacks would have handled this better, Sharon. 32. He manages to bring some balance, which was an absolute plus for me. Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? Finally, a female alpha taking no prisoners and leaving no-one behind. tired. The Best Deals on Streaming Services, VOD Movies, and More, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Is Now Available to Stream on Amazon Prime Video, Watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie Now on Amazon Prime Video, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is Now Available Streaming, The Ultimate Guide to What to Watch on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Max, and More in June 2023, New Netflix Shows and Movies in June 2023, Amazon Prime Video's new shows and movies this month, 9 Shows Like Wednesday to Watch While You Wait for Season 2, 14 Shows Like Ted Lasso to Watch Now That It's Over, 7 Shows Like The Night Agent to Watch While You Wait for Season 2, 8 Shows Like HBO's Barry to Watch If You Like Barry, Here's When The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 Premieres, Here's What We Know About The Diplomat Season 2. Irma: Elke Sommer. His weapons of death include an all-female team of killers led by Sommer. I really enjoyed the characters in this paranormal RH romance. Deaf actress Deanne Bray starred as Sue Thomas, with Yannick Bisson as Jack Hudson and "hearing-ear" dog Levi as himself. Bulldogs yellowish 1965 Alfa Romeo Gran Sport Quattrororuote is almost as lovely as the girls.. By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. I love how Owain and his innocence fit into the group. The story of Mara Stillwell and Adam Jakes. After meeting and warning King Fedra, he is invited to a castle owned by the wealthy Carl Petersen, the genius behind the assassinations. Additional gift options are available when buying one eBook at a time. One star for effortlessly charming queen Elke Sommer (with an honorary mention for Sylva Koscina!) ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The two assassins are killed when it explodes. And her brothers death might not have been an accident. He is then astonished to discover that Robert is an old college friend of the Akmatan King Fedra (Zia Mohyeddin). Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. , Publication date Irma and Penelope silence Carloggio, then Penelope delivers a box of deadly cigars to Drummond's flat while he is out. : Looking into the suspicious deaths of several wealthy businessmen, insurance investigator Bulldog Drummond (Richard Johnson) stumbles onto a conspiracy involving sultry hired killer Irma (Elke Sommer), in Ralph Thomas adventure crime mystery co-starring Sylva Koscina, Steve Carlson and Nigel Green. Chapman, J. Do you like my body?, What does the film have going for it? Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Please consider upgrading to a Pro accountfor less than a couple bucks a month, youll get cool additional features like all-time and annual stats pages (example), the ability to select (and filter by) your favorite streaming services, and no ads! [3] It is one of the many take-offs of James Bond produced during the 1960s, but is based on an already established detective fiction hero, Bulldog Drummond. Directed by Ralph Thomas. Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2021. "Deadlier Than the Male" was a minor hit spending six weeks on the UK Singles Chart and peaking at No. Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. DEADLIER THAN MALE:THE FIERCEST HEART/LETHAL LESSONS by Sharon Sala and Colleen Thompson are both delightful romantic suspense set in present day Stars Crossing,Kentucky and Red Bluff,Arizona.They are both well written with details,depth,turns,twists and heart warming. The single is essentially a Scott Walker solo release as he sang lead vocals and wrote/co-wrote both tracks. Previously Scott had only contributed album tracks and b-sides. It turns out that Petersen is none other than Weston. Anything seems possible in the city, even rejecting her own nature. Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2021. Additional gift options are available when buying one eBook at a time. The way it is, it was merely passable. Made by fans in Aotearoa New Zealand. Show All Deadlier Than the Male is a 1967 British crime and mystery film. The success of the James Bond films saw a revival in the novels of Bulldog Drummond. A Nazi character. The title is a reference to the 1911 Rudyard Kipling poem "The Female of the Species", which includes the line, "The female of the species must be deadlier than the male", and also refers to Sapper's earlier Drummond book, The Female of the Species. The story has Peterson using women to kill in order to profit from corporate stock manipulation. Do you find me attractive? Deadlier Than the Male. The story of Haley Shore and Mack Brolin. Now I looked it up. It was a great location and the picture looked gorgeous. Sommer plays Irma who is the level-headed, no nonsense type. When the board reconvenes, the directors vote unanimously to pay. Its not common to have a strong FMC to have a handycap and still come out on top. When Briar returns to her pack after the death of her brother she needs to deal with a lot of hurt from the past, but she also has to face what happened to the people she left behind. : Following her best friend's murder and her dad's suspension from the post of county sheriff, Veronica vows to solve the toughest mysteries in the town of Neptune. "[9], Sommer was paid $170,000 for her role. Deadlier than the Male is a fun & tongue-in-cheek spy movie about an organization that uses female agents to eliminate their enemies. Add it to your Watchlist to receive updates and availability notifications. Show All, 101mins Unable to add item to List. Then her brothers shocking death leaves her leader of her pack, with no choice but to return her hometownand face the men meant to become her mates. [3] It is one of the many take-offs of James Bond produced during the 1960s, but is based on an already established detective fiction hero, Bulldog Drummond . Carloggio (George Pastell), Wyngarde's servant, delivers a tiny bit of a taped message Wyngarde had recorded. 2023 TV GUIDE, A FANDOM COMPANY. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club thats right for you for free. Beautiful, heartless Rye, her first and only crush, whom she hates more than anyone alive. Nigel Green, as always, is very good as the villain. All the characters made you feel. I liked the characters and the ending was sweet. Please try again. (Could even be a 4.5* for me) I didnt expect it to be so enjoyable as it was. I'm sure this film does not deserve 4 stars, but I had fun watching it. This film pits Johnson against nefarious industrialist Green, who enters into major business deals and then eliminates his partners so he can reap [1], Filming began in London on 23 May 1966. Richard Johnson Elke Sommer Sylva Koscina Suzanna Leigh Nigel Green Steve Carlson Virginia North Justine Lord Leonard Rossiter Laurence Naismith Zia Mohyeddin Lee Montague Milton Reid Yasuko Nagazumi Didi Sydow George Pastell Dervis Ward John Stone Jill Banner Nikki Van der Zyl Sylvana Henriques Kitty Swan Richard Hurndall Louis Matto James Payne Marianne Stone Loretta White William Mervyn Lewis Alexander Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. I especially loved Koscina's character's quirk with stealing things. Find out how to watch Deadlier Than the Male. The working title of the film was The Female of the Species. We started with a fresh page. I have always enjoyed Ms. Salas novellas and she didnt disappoint. The next day, Irma makes Phoenecian another proposition: to get them the oil concession in the country of Akmata, despite the King's determination to develop the oil fields himself, for another million pounds. They take great delight in their job and that is a huge part of the fun. Overlong and silly. Only part of one sentence remains (the assassins stole the rest). Sir John Bledlow (Laurence Naismith), one of the directors of Phoenecian Oil, suspects that both deaths were the result of foul play; he had received an urgent message from Wyngarde that he needed to get in touch with Keller regarding a "matter of life and death". I received a copy and am voluntarily leaving a review. Bulldog Drummond updated for the early James Bond era. Film data from TMDb. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. It didnt bore me and had some exiting, emotional and cute moments. From here things go in a more Bond way, with lovely locales, a handsome hero, and an overconfident villain. : Its got a lot of the familiar elements, but instead of playing them for parody the film actually invests in the story, which makes all the difference,. Learn more. When the guard holding Irma and Penelope at gunpoint is distracted by this, the pair escape. : Penelope is more successful in being Drummond's minder for Petersen and spends the night in Drummond's bed. Two things you'll have to take into consideration: I really like this book. He asks Wyngarde's friend, Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond (Richard Johnson), to investigate. Penelope is aghast; having envied Grace's chignon, she stole it and is wearing it. The title of the book made me think its a passable book at best, I had very low expectations tbh (even tho the title was the reason the book originally caught my attention, I dont really like the name, its weird I know) but wow Im so happy I gave it a chance. "Deadlier Than the Male" is a song written by American singer-songwriter Scott Walker under his real name of Scott Engel with UK record producer Johnny Franz. The trio include a young woman, a former serial predator and a grieving mother obsessed with finding her missing daughter. I like the silliness, the style most of all the pretty girls especially Elke Sommer and Sylva Koscina. It was an entirely new creation that was not in the Drummond books. The last book took me some time to like it. Drummond is not allowed to leave the castle. [4] "Deadlier Than the Male", the song featured in the film's opening credit sequence, was performed by the Walker Brothers. There are plenty of witty one-liners crossed with campy action, yet the film never compromises with its tone. Peterson: Nigel Green. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Each character has very different personalities and thoughts. : The Fiercest Heart by New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Sharon Sala Torn apart years ago by a family feud and a deadly accident, high school sweethearts Haley and Mack reunite when Haley returns to town. Please try again. Drummond realises that the King's assassination is what the garbled tape was referring to. She thought she'd seen the last of her dark past. Glamorous assassin Irma Eckman (Elke Sommer), disguised as an air stewardess, kills oil tycoon Henry Keller (Dervis Ward) with a booby-trapped cigar aboard his private jet, parachuting away before the plane explodes. Elke Sommer and Sylva Koscina are assassins. (2022). Nigel Green plays off the criminal mastermind with brilliant panache but it's the 60s stunners. 1967, Crime/Drama, 1h 38m. A night of passion leads to love between con man Charlie and undercover CIA officer Emma, who are unknowingly on a collision course professionally. Doctors at a Seattle teaching hospital hone their bedside manners on and off the job in this medical drama. I cant wait to see where this series goes, Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2022. It was sweet yet suspenseful. Brilliant, tormented Torin, her childhood friend, a shadow of the boy she once knew. He kills Petersen's bodyguard Chang (Milton Reid) and drops Petersen into the hole through which a chess piece is removed from play. Ralph Thomas delivers a venture that would put a lot of Sean Connery's 007 outings to shame. Binge Guide Comics on TV Countdown Five Favorite Films Video Interviews Weekend Box Office Weekly Ketchup . After everything shes lost, shes sworn to have nothing to do with her kind ever again. Richard Johnson works for an insurance company, but luckily he is a black belt in judo. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Sweet, cheerful Owain, scion of a powerful pack, who seems too good to be true. Grace: Suzanna Leigh. First time reading Colleen Thompson and I'm sure it won't be the last. , Print length The Best Deals on Streaming Services, VOD Movies, and More, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Is Now Available to Stream on Amazon Prime Video, Watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie Now on Amazon Prime Video, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is Now Available Streaming, The Ultimate Guide to What to Watch on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Max, and More in June 2023, New Netflix Shows and Movies in June 2023, Amazon Prime Video's new shows and movies this month, 9 Shows Like Wednesday to Watch While You Wait for Season 2, 14 Shows Like Ted Lasso to Watch Now That It's Over, 7 Shows Like The Night Agent to Watch While You Wait for Season 2, 8 Shows Like HBO's Barry to Watch If You Like Barry, Here's When The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 Premieres, Here's What We Know About The Diplomat Season 2. , Screen Reader The Fiercest Heart: Yet again, Sharon Sala uses the "parents lying to young lovers to keep them apart" plot device. : Irma attempts to seduce Drummond to distract him, but to her fury, he rejects her advances. . Richard Johnson (director Terence Young's original preference to play James Bond) stars as Drummond, updated to a suave Korean War veteran, now an insurance investigator, trailing a pair of sexy assassins (Elke Sommer and Sylva Koscina) who kill for sport and profit. She lives in the Midwest with her family and her excessive number of houseplants. Deadlier Than the Male (1967) - Parents Guide - IMDb Deadlier Than the Male (1967) Parents Guide Add to guide Showing all 3 items Jump to: Certification Sex & Nudity (1) Violence & Gore (1) Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking (1) Certification Edit Sex & Nudity Mild 2 of 4 found this mild Women in bikinis. More at Sign up for her newsletter here: https://www.subscribepage.com/teresa_hann_newsletter. But by the end I couldnt stop reading it. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. As they race away in a speedboat, Irma reveals that the bomb is in Grace's hairclip. Lethal Lessons by Colleen Thompson. In these captivating new stories, danger is a breath away, but love conquers all. Movies. , Enhanced typesetting I do have a soft spot for 60s James Bond knock-offs. I would give this 3 stars. She likes her storylines twisty, her worlds complex, and her romances involving at least a little stabbing. The song was first recorded and released by Walker's pop group The Walker Brothers as their eighth single in 1966. The accompaniment was directed by Reg Guest. Eye was family friendly and upbeat in the best PAX Network tradition. Totally enjoyed it. So 3 stars for Ms. Sala. : At least a dozen people die, and the assassinettes aren't bothered in the least that others are killed who aren't the target. Luckily she meets Owain who is an absolute cutie and brings some light in the lives of the main characters. The song was the title track for the 1967 British action film Deadlier Than the Male which featured the character of Bulldog Drummond. Amazon Prime Video Channel Deals: Get Paramount+, Starz, Showtime, & More for $2 Each I enjoyed these stories which were short and fast paced. Genres Noir 176 pages, Paperback First published January 1, 1942 Book details & editions About the author James Gunn 1 book3 followers Librarian note: I wish more writers would create stories about strong females who dont cave to the males. Later that night, another attempt is made on Drummond's life. I said, all right, if you want me, you'll get me, but this is a braver, more physical version of me. Deadlier Than the Male (1956) Parents Guide and Certifications from around the world. Irma shows up at a board meeting to collect. Also, I liked Briar as a character, as well as each of her omegas. Learn more. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Over 4 million titles. The main problems with it are that the plot, involving two babes (Elke Sommer and Sylva Koscina) killing folks for oil rights, isnt very compelling, that Richard Johnsons Bulldog Drummond is Jim Bland, and that Bulldogs American nephew (Steve Carlson) is irritating. Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. "Deadlier Than the Male" is also notable for having been Walker's first A-side. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. Does this item contain quality or formatting issues? This is a reverse harem shifter romance standalone with mature content and dark themes. This book has very sexy intimate scenes. Deadlier Than the Male is an impossibly good-natured James Bond pardoy, starring Richard Johnson as the wholly relaxed Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond. Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2021, This is an awesome action packed start to a mew series. I enjoyed this take of omegas/alphas because the female is the alpha. I didn't attempt to make myself into that character. I really loved the emotions in this book. Filmed in Technicolor and Techniscope, portions of the film were shot in Lerici, La Spezia, Liguria, Italy. I love the role reversal of alpha male with omega females to alpha female with omega males. Loved both stories. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. When Irma and Penelope refuse to tell him where the bomb is hidden, Drummond searches Grace for the explosive, finally stripping her naked and throwing her overboard. Posters are sourced from TMDb and Posteritati, and appear for you and visitors to your profile and content, depending on settings. , Sticky notes , Text-to-Speech : Song: "Deadlier Than the Male" (Franz, Engel). , Word Wise While Charlie ramps up the 'family business' so he can get out for good, Emma's closing in on the vengeful criminal who holds Charlie's family debts in-hand forcing them to reckon with the lies they've told so they can save themselves and their families from disastrous consequences. Content notes will be provided at the start of the book. The book wasnt perfect, it had some minor flaws but nothing too bad. 2023 TV GUIDE, A FANDOM COMPANY. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. Something went wrong. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Deadlier than the Males. Try again. It is a pretty decent period Bond-inspired film, but different from the books or the American films of the '30s. Playful but unfortunately also rather boring at times. This is a book that deals with some darker themes, and not all of them were easy to swallow. British agent Bulldog Drummond is assigned to stop a master criminal who uses beautiful women to do his killings. In the course of watching the film, I was thinking about where I know the main male character from. Brenda (Virginia North), a girl Drummond's nephew Robert (Steve Carlson) has brought back to the flat, narrowly escapes the same fate as Keller. The song's title is a reference to the 1911 Rudyard Kipling poem "The Female of the Species," which includes the line, "The female of the species must be deadlier than the male", and also refers to Sapper's earlier Drummond book The Female of the Species. The song was first recorded and released by Walker's pop group The Walker Brothers as their eighth single in 1966. Richard Johnson, then best known for being the husband of Kim Novak, was cast as Drummond. "45cat The Walker Brothers Deadlier Than The Male / Archangel Philips UK BF 1537", No Regrets The Best of Scott Walker and The Walker Brothers 19651976, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Deadlier_Than_the_Male_(song)&oldid=1067099519, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 21 January 2022, at 18:40. I liked the concept of a female alpha and male omega's, and the way they struggle through the hardships they had . Highly recommend this book. The villain behind it all, when we finally meet him, has all the villain tropes in place: extravagant lair, babes, gadgets, monologues, keeping the protagonist alive so he can monologue, etc. The accompaniment was directed by Reg Guest. Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at. Deadlier Than the Male is a 1967 British crime and mystery film. Nigel Green is very underwhelming as the main bad guy. Drummond travels to the Mediterranean coast. They have suspense,romance, love,family,tragedy,danger,second chances,secrets,betrayal,rumors,past murder,sweet sensuality and family secrets.These two stories are fast paced and action packed.They will leave you wanting more.The characters are enduring,engaging,determined.and will grip your heart.If you enjoy a fast paced,must read,keeper full of love,betrayal,finding true love and hanging onto that love at all cost this is the story for you.This book was received for the purpose of review from Net Galley and details can be found at HQN,(Silhouette Romantic Suspense Series) and My Book Addiction and More. Briar has amazing dynamics with her mates. Briar Faelan was born a wolf shifter alpha, and its brought her nothing but a hardened heart, a blinded eye, and a lonely life of exile. The Money Behind the Screen: A History of British Film Finance, 1945-1985. Learn more. 1967 Mobilesite. Penelope: Sylva Koscina. Richard Johnson, the original choice for Bond but sadly turned the role down, plays Bulldog off as a suave superspy with a lot of humanity and humility yet even in his moments of violent fisticuffs and torture never becomes unlikable. action, villain, humor, funny or silly spy, agent, intrigue, thriller or suspense mystery, murder, detective, murderer or clues action, explosives, exciting, action-packed or villain martial arts, kung fu, choreography, cool or action-packed The relationship between the two is kinda fun. It was the first production from Amerlon Productions, a subsidiary of Inflight, the company that showed in-flight movies. I like how shes presented with believable flaws even for a PNR story and the relationships has its work cutout for them to work through. Koscina plays Penelope, who is a lot more playful and more than a little light fingered, Woovember 2019: Bonus film #9Karacho 2019: Film #1. Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2023. Luckily, a large amount of screen time is devoted to Miss Sommer and Miss Koscina doing horrible things while looking ravishing, so I guess that's the reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 3 1/2. Briar cant run from her inner alpha wolf any longer, not if she wants to survive. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Good storylines. For me, the scenes with them on-screen are definitely the highlights of the film. Though never shirking in its action and adventure content, Sue Thomas: F.B. TMDb It's the doctor from Fulci's Zombi 2 and some other Italian films. According to the chronology of the TV series, Sue was working as a fingerprint analyst at the FBI when agent Jack Hudson suddenly realized the value of her lip-reading skills. And there is a lot of murder. Ralph Michael Terence Conoley Patrick Halpin John More Colin McKenzie Peter Brace George Sewell Joe Wadham, David D. Osborn Jimmy Sangster Liz Charles-Williams, Jimmy Sangster Herman C. McNeile Gerard Fairlie, Don Sharpe Gordon K. McCallum Dudley Messenger, High speed and special ops Thrillers and murder mysteries Epic heroes More of everything and this could have been really entertaining. . The source for the legendary film Born to Kill. By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. Then thismay just be the film for you! The villainous pair then murder David Wyngarde (John Stone), making it look like a spear fishing accident. Elke and Sylva are very attractive, and there are several other dolly birds on hand as well. The first book was the best. Her story, The Fiercest Heart, was pretty good and fairly believable. : Get help and learn more about the design. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. The low sales of the single may have been hit by the label's strategy of releasing them both at once.[3]. Johnson stars as Bulldog Drummond, the modern Robin Hood, who was revived by the British to compete with the successful James Bond series. "Deadlier Than the Male" is a song written by American singer-songwriter Scott Walker under his real name of Scott Engel with UK record producer Johnny Franz. Give as a gift or purchase for a team or group. Her little obsession is responsible for a very amusing ending to the film. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of serviceapply. , Language A dangerous enemy haunts the town. However, the board is divided with Henry Bridgenorth (Leonard Rossiter) being the most vocal in opposition and the vote is five to four against paying. Meanwhile, Penelope abducts and tortures Robert, but he can tell her nothing. Sir John: Laurence Naismith. I have to admit I have never read a word of Sapper's fiction, but I expect that Deadlier Than the Male is a much more comedic take on the material. The film was publicity announced in December 1964[5] (under the title of Female of the Species[6]) but it wasn't filmed until 1966. Does this item contain inappropriate content? Drummond follows Irma back to their flat and is able to rescue Robert before he is blown up by a bomb left behind by the two women. Drummond and Robert race to the King's yacht, capturing Irma and Penelope along the way, and bringing them along. and one star for death by giant game of chess. fucking. Grace (Suzanna Leigh), one of Petersen's women, confides her desire to leave to Drummond, but Petersen is watching and listening electronically. Deadlier than the male is one of the many take-offs of James Bond produced during the 1960s, but based on the already established fictional hero, Bulldog Drummond. The twist was easy to call, but how much suspense can you really build up in 120 pages? A representative of an unknown party had approached Phoenecian and offered to overcome Keller's opposition to a merger with Phoenician within six months for one million pounds. Menu. But I wish it would have been crazier, funnier, sexier, and more eventful. Report this film. Robert: Steve Carlson. I did feel that there is an unevenness in the development of a mate or two, but overall each character is well developed. They all had their individual personalities which I quite enjoyed to read about. Do you ever wish that the glamorous Bond girls would turn bad and kill off all the stuffy old guys like M and his cronies? Overall it was great, I loved the concept of one alpha female having a bunch of omegas as mates. While not based directly on one of the Drummond books, it has the Carl Peterson antagonist, with Drummond's judo prowess and common sense. Letterboxd Limited. Drummond's American nephew, Robert Drummond (Steve Carlson, then a Universal Pictures contract star), becomes involved in the intrigue when he comes to visit. You always did have the morals of an alley cat, Penelope. Stream the latest seasons and episodes, watch trailers, and more for Deadlier Than the Male at TV Guide So I cant really say I had a terrible time watching this. the rewards. So that's cool. I had three months; they gave me a lot of money; I had a lot of fun and I enjoyed making it. It has a pre-credits sequence, an amazing title song by The Walker Brothers, a John Barry inspired score by Malcolm Lockyer, it has a manic villain, an odd plot, globe-trotting adventures and lots, and lots, of scantily dressed women. Good character developement. It's so. Deadlier Than the Male Lyrics: She whispers / Oh, such pretty lies / Don't believe her / For when you look into her eyes / Love just isn't there / Brother, beware / Take care, my brother, take . She is picked up by a speedboat driven by her partner in crime, the equally beautiful Penelope (Sylva Koscina). Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2021. This weekly, 60-minute series was based on the true story of one of the FBI's most unusual operatives. TV Shows. She is so strong and has to prove it over and over. Low cut dress. [11], The producers battled the British Board of Film Censors who strongly objected to the film's use of women assassins, torture and promiscuity, earning the film an X rating.[12]. Deadlier than the Males - Kindle edition by Hann, Teresa. Cast Crew Details Genres Cast We are left with a suave womanizing secret agent who travels the world and makes enemies left and right. I liked the concept of a female alpha and male omega's, and the way they struggle through the hardships they had to face. Thus did Sue become an agent herself, specializing in surveillance and deliberately seeking out the most exciting and dangerous assignments. Drummond gets involved when one of their victims tried to reach out before his murder. IMDb Elke Sommer and Sylva Koscina play a pair of gorgeous vampy assassins. Warning for the reader, the backstories of both Rye and Torin are heartbreaking. [2] The single was released concurrently that December with the EP Solo John/Solo Scott. [8] It was filmed in three months with Thomas admitting he did it for "greed. While I enjoyed Elke Sommer as the main bad girl, Sylva Kocina absolutely steals the show as bad girl #2. ASIN [7], In an interview, Ralph Thomas stated that the film was intended as a pilot for a television series. The Bond-induced reboot of the Bulldog Drummond series, Deadlier Than the Male is a surprisingly well-funded and cast extravaganza that turns out to be a blast from start to finish. Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web. But the end was worth it. He was bigoted and brutal. That's it. You would?! Loved all the characters especially Briar. It really is not that far away from 60s and 70s Bond, it is slightly jokier than Connery, and has an American. While playing chess against Petersen with giant motorized pieces, Drummond learns that Grace is unwittingly carrying the bomb intended for the King. , File size spy, agent, intrigue, thriller or suspense, mystery, murder, detective, murderer or clues, action, explosives, exciting, action-packed or villain, martial arts, kung fu, choreography, cool or action-packed. That night, Irma and Penelope visit Bridgenorth at his apartment, with fatal results. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I couldn't respect the man. Richard Johnson did remind me of Sean Connery, only with about 20% of Connery's sex appeal (apparently that is still more than enough to get all the women to flock towards you). These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. 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