Welcome to one of the World's oldest and most comprehensive James Bond & Ian Fleming sites dedicated to the global 007 phenomenon. Over 8,000 pages of content in English. Launched in September 2004 by Sweden's foremost James Bond expert, Anders Frejdh, who also manages 007 actor George Lazenby since 2013.
FSWL contributor Brian Smith, our man in Edinburgh, reviews Geoff Leonard and Pete Walker's latest book, John Barry Plays 007. Brian writes, I love the rich detail, such as the description of the recording session for The Living Daylights (1987) and Barry’s enthusiasm for recording at CTS Studios in Wembley where Studio One ‘provides a lovely big movie sound.’
Published: 2023-01-23
FSWL is happy to report that Dashiell Connery, Sir Sean Connery's grandson, has a recurring role in the new Paramount Plus series Tulsa King (2022) starring Sylvester Stallone. (In the Nordic countries, the series can be seen on SkyShowtime.)
Published: 2023-01-20
We're happy to report that a new music album from FSWL reader Geoffrey Moore (Sir Roger Moore's oldest son) will be released by Rights Recordings on 27th January 2023. The album, titled Photograph, will be available via iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, SoundCloud, Amazon Music, Deezer and TIDAL.
Published: 2023-01-19
The first official stills of Timothy Dalton (James Bond in the 1987 film The Living Daylights and 1989's Licence to Kill, both directed by John Glen) as Donald Whitfield in the new series 1923 (a Yellowstone prequel) has been released by Paramount Plus. Tim looks as cool as he did when he played 007. (In the Nordic countries, the series can be seen on SkyShowtime where the first episode is released on 16th January 2023.)
Published: 2023-01-14
A celebration of FSWL reader and Swedish-born cinematographer Jallo Faber on his birthday. Faber was the director of photography for the 2nd Unit on Spectre (2015) starring Daniel Craig as James Bond 007, working closely with 2nd Unit director Alexander Witt.
Published: 2023-01-13
From Sweden with Love now also have a page on LinkedIn. Follow us if you want real news from the World of Ian Fleming's James Bond. We never post about rumours or other silliness that general media outlets speculate about. The 007 phenomenon is much more interesting than that kind of news.
Published: 2023-01-12
Today is the last day to purchase official From Sweden With Love merchandise if you'd like to take advantage of a 23% discount. Note that all products are shipped and handled by Spreadshirt. Choose your region for the cheapest delivery options. Many thanks in advance for your support! And Happy New Year!
Published: 2023-01-08
The first official stills of Timothy Dalton as Peter Townsend in the hit television series The Crown has been released by Netflix and he looks great.
Published: 2023-01-06
In celebration of the first original James Bond novel (Casino Royale) turning 70 this year, Ian Fleming Publications have launched a 70 Years of 007 logo. Here's to a Bond-tastic 2023. Stay tuned for more exciting annoncements.
Published: 2023-01-04
Last month, Tomorrow Never Dies co-star Michelle Yeoh recieved the 15th annual Kirk Douglas Award For Excellence In Film at the 2022 Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Furthermore, Yeoh is currently the frontrunner for a Best Actress Academy Award for her performance as Evelyn Wang in Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022).
Published: 2023-01-01
A celebration of the talented British director and main titles designer Daniel Kleinman, member of the James Bond family since 1995.
Published: 2022-12-23
Today, the From Sweden with Love team members received a personal message from Moneypenny's desk. It features some exciting news from the good people at Ian Fleming Publications in London. Classification: Gold level (For Your Eyes Only)
Published: 2022-12-22
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery starring Daniel Craig, who returns in the role of Benoit Blanc, has its streaming premiere on Netflix on December 23, 2022. Craig previously played the role in 2019's critically acclaimed Knives Out. Both films directed by Ryan Johnson who also wrote the screenplays for these films.
Published: 2022-12-22
The Swedish Army Band will offer film music from one of the world's longest film series, no other series than about the famous agent James Bond 007. One of the reasons for this film series' immense success is the music that has been created and performed by our planet's largest and most popular artists and composers. Presenter and singer will be the incredibly versatile artist and actress Shima Niavarami. The concert will be conducted by Jonas Nydesjö.
Published: 2022-12-20
Very saddened to report the passing of British cinematographer Michael Reed, BSC who left us on 15th December 2022 at the age of 93. Among Michael’s many film credits are Director of Photography for On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969) starring George Lazenby as Ian Fleming's James Bond 007. By many considered to be the best Bond film, partly because of the beautiful cinematography.
Published: 2022-12-19
FSWL reader Martijn Mulder have announced that his next On the Tracks of 007 tour will be a retun to Japan. Between April 7 to April 21 next year, 40 people have the chance to enjoy the Japanese culture and visit all the locations used for the filming of You Only Live Twice (1967).
Published: 2022-12-18
The Macallan James Bond 60th Anniversary Release was recently unveiled to mark The Six Decades of James Bond films. The remarkable collection comprises six limited edition bottles encasing a single malt whisky in unique packs, each featuring an original illustrative design and colour to denote the decade it represents. The distinctive packaging brings to life the creative development process of the films in a behind the scenes exploration of the James Bond archives.
Published: 2022-12-17
Our friends at MI6 Confidential remembers Sir Sean Connery (1930-2020) with a limited-run 140+ page perfect bound issue of the magazine curated by FSWL readers and Some Kind of Hero authors Matthew Field and Ajay Chowdhury. FSWL founder Anders Frejdh has also contributed to this issue by securing a couple of interviews for the authors.
Published: 2022-12-16
Fantom Publishing has published actor Julian Glover’s brand-new career-spanning autobiographical book, Cue to Cue, now available to order via Fantom's website. And for a limited time you can purchase a special bundle which contains a signed copy of the book and an invitation to an exclusive Zoom audience with the man himself.
Published: 2022-12-15
A celebration of the absolutely fabulous and lovely Lynn-Holly Johnson who celebrates her birthday on 13th December. Lynn-Holly played Bibi Dahl in the 1981 James Bond film For Your Eyes Only starring Roger Moore as Ian Fleming's agent 007.
Published: 2022-12-13
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