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May you rest in peace, Roger Moore
Once the king of cool
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On May 23, Local time in Switzerland, the former 007 actor, the famous British actor Roger Moore, died of cancer at the age of 89. The 007 who can go to heaven and earth on the screen, in the end, still failed to escape the poisonous hands of the disease, and left us.
After his death was publicly confirmed by relatives, a number of star actors in the show business circle, singers "Boy George", Russell Crowe and Mia Farrow, expressed their condolences through social media.
Roger Moore, a modest British actor, has appeared seven times in the 007 series of films, creating a light-hearted and humorous Bond figure. In addition, he has also shined in many TV series. Today we will use these roles to review the extraordinary life of this great actor, and we would like to commemorate it.
Have to say James Bond
Witty and brave agent image, beautiful and sexy Bond girl, and the classic line "My name's Bond... James Bond." For more than fifty years, the 007 series of films has endured, and James Bond has long since become a cultural phenomenon.
The longest-serving 007
The biggest IP in this spy genre has been filmed in total 26 films, with 6 actors such as Sean Connery, George Razambe, Timothy Dutton, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig playing Bond, and Roger Moore being the one who accompanied Bond the longest.
In his long career as a filmmaker, Roger Moore has starred in 7 007 films: "Life and Death", "The Man with the Golden Gun", "Underwater City", "Space City", "Top Secret", "Octopus Woman", and "Thunder Killer". From 1973 to 1985, from the age of 46 to the age of 58, his iconic dark blonde hair and gentlemanly image have long been the exclusive memory of a generation of audiences.
The most unique Bond
After succeeding Sean Connery as the new 007 in 1973, Roger Moore brought a new way to open the 007. In order to distinguish it from the previous 007 image, the choreographer specially designed a more relaxed and witty dialogue and plot for Moore to meet its dashing appearance and the taste of the audience at that time.
Someone once asked Roger Moore, what is the secret to playing 007? "I'm just playing myself," he replied. In fact, Moore's 007 is indeed the most unique one in the audience's mind, perhaps he is not as dashing as Connery, not as handsome as Brosnan, not as tough as Craig, but he is the most personable Bond.
He is not serious, handsome and stylish, tall, love talking, and even pampering his sister Max... He has a temperament like a storm that is enough to drive straight into the hearts of all women. Until now, James Bond, played by Roger Moore, is probably the dream lover of all women.
Classic look brought by classic characters
Since we talk about this film, we have to mention the classic shape that Moore brings in the film. As james bond with "the longest tenure", Roger Moore has played a classic role with a long history. And the iconic shape derived from this classic character has also influenced men's clothing design for many years.
For example, his classic suit style teaches us that collars and lapel widths must match, while revealing half-inch shirt cuffs will make you stand out.
Who would have thought that the most original cargo pants worn by Moore would now be favored by the fashion circle?
An oversized poncho and a pair of vintage cowboy boots won't look clean.
The elegant double-breasted suit is perfect for formal occasions.
Wear a white tuxedo to the dinner party so that you can stand out from the crowd.
Turtleneck sweaters, belts, or perfect side hair are all indispensable fashion elements today.
Moore with Simon Templer
In addition to the classic film role of James Bond, Moore also has an indissoluble relationship with another British drama called "The Saint". From 1962 to 1969, he played Detective Simon Templer in The Saints.
This series similar to 007 has garnered a lot of attention as Moore's famous work, and this adventurous and eloquent character has also made him truly overshadowed by a thief's addiction.
The film was also introduced to China in the early 1990s and was later adapted into a film to be adapted to the big screen.
From miscellaneous servants to shadow emperors
Seeing these achievements, it may be difficult for you to imagine that Roger Moore, born in London, England in 1927, was originally an ordinary person, he worked as a miscellaneous servant and a policeman, but these seemingly ordinary lives were more legendary because of the arrival of World War II.
During World War II, he was recruited into the army and eventually served as a lieutenant. After the war, with his height of 1.85 meters and handsome appearance, Moore started his acting career, but at that time he received insignificant small supporting roles.
He played a French diplomat in NBC's Robert Montgomery Presents, a professional tennis player in The Last Time I Saw Paris (1954).
It wasn't until 1958, when ITV brought Ivanhoe, an adaptation of the novel, to the screen and invited Roger Moore to be the male number one, that it opened the door for him to become a star. Over the next decade, he has starred in popular dramas such as "Maverick the Gambler" and "The Saint", and has gradually become a household star for Western audiences.
Philanthropy Ambassadors
But if Moore's career is defined as an actor, it is a bit too limited. Outside of his acting career, he was a generous friend, a perfect gentleman, and a UNICEF Ambassador.
After entering the 1990s, he was basically in a half-shadow state, starring in several films with mediocre responses and dubbing animation films. He put more energy into philanthropy. As a UNITED Nations Goodwill Ambassador since 1991, he has followed UNICEF Goodwill Missions to more than a dozen countries and territories. Later, it also cooperated with animal protection organizations to make a strong voice to resist the traditional French food foie gras.
On the day of his death, British actor and UN Goodwill Ambassador Ewan McGregor said through social networking, "Roger, thank you for your tireless contribution to the rights of children around the world over the past 26 years. ”
Now that the great actor who has left a precious legacy for fans all over the world has passed away, may you rest in peace, Roger Moore, once the king of cool.
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