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Summary: A valued memory
Review: I saw this picture when it first came out and had only been able to view it on VHS and via the networks until now. All I can say is it is one great job of a transfer that you can share with others who have never had the pleasure of seeing it before. Both my teenage children sat through BOTH Flint films and laughed, groaned, and laughed again throughout the movie(s)!James Coburn was the epitomy of cool and I hope they do as good a job when they decide to create the DVD of Blake Edwards, "The Americanization of Emily." Another great film, even in black & white, that lets Coburn "do his stuff." Can there be a "What did you do in the War Daddy" DVD not too far behind.... A must see film for anyone who like Austin Powers (who states in his movie that Flint was his favorite movie.
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Summary: Fun! Much better than In Like Flint.
Review: I wanted to rent In Like Flint because it is mentioned in the Austin Powers movie. Reviews on amazon said that Our Man Flint was better, so I checked that one out first. I actually liked Our Man Flint. It was NOT what I expected though. People make it out to be a mockery or parody of james bond films, but I didn't think it was. When I think of parody, I think of Airplane or Naked Gun movies. This was NOTHING like those. Sure, there were a couple of funny things, like the name of the secret government agency was W.O.W.I.E. and he had his super tool that had 80 secret functions (of which you never saw him use more than maybe 6). Our Man Flint had an interesting story, and you honestly wanted to know what happened next. Even though it's a fairly old movie, it didn't seem as dated as it could have been. I liked Our Man Flint and I would watch it again.
BUS, In Like Flint? What a bad movie. It had hardly anything of the interesting story that Our Man Flint had. In fact, I didn't even watch the ending, because I DIDN'T CARE WHAT HAPPENED! I should have known, In Like Flint got some pretty bad reviews here, but after watching Our Man Flint and enjoying it, I figured, how bad could it be? Well, it was pretty darn bad! Boring AND un-interesting. I would NOT reccomend In Like Flint, but I would reccomend Our Man Flint. After watching Our Man Flint, you'll laugh even harder when watching Austin Powers...especially when his super secret phone rings!
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Summary: Better than I remembered!
Review: I was born the same year this movie came out (1965), but I remember how much I loved it as a kid in the 70s. When the DVD came out I jumped at the opportunity to see it again. What I didn't expect was how I was seeing it from an entirely new perspective. In my younger years, I saw Fint as another James Bond; I didn't consider it a parody or spoof of any kind. Seeing it as an adult I realize just how well thought out it was. It's not an in-your-face spoof like Austin Powers is, but rather an exaggeration of traditional spy films in such a way that you can't help but laugh. As Flint's boss (played by Lee J. Cobb) explains a standard issue spy briefcase to Flint filled with some 62 hidden weapons, Flint insists he doesn't need it because all he uses is his tiny cigarette lighter, which contains 82 functions (83 if you want to light a cigarette). All in all, if you enjoy Bond films, you'll love Our Man Flint (and the follow up "In Like Fint").
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Summary: I'm glad to see this movie getting some new attention
Review: I was eight years old when I first saw James Coburn as Derek Flint and, although the movie is a spoof, I took it seriously. I wanted to BE just like Derek Flint. He was the coolest guy in the world. I've seen the movie only a couple of times since then and can't wait to see the video.
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Summary: THIS IS THE UTIMATE SPY MOVIE
Review: If it wasn't for Flint there would not be an Austin Powers
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: If you like James Bond and other spy movies, this movie will surely tickle your funny bone, while facinating you with all the toys of a secret agent.
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Summary: I will NEVER forget this movie!
Review: In 1966, after reading the New Yorker review by the inimitable Brendan Gill, I saw this movie, which he recommended, calling James Coburn: "...a very funny fellow." I wasn't prepared for how much I would be impressed by the clever, modest Derek Flint. One of the highlights of the movie is when, seeing a fly in the office of his friend, Chief Cramden, takes out a cigarette holder and goes into "hunt and seek" mode....eyeing the little beast as it flies around the room. He then uses the cig holder as a blow dart and NAILS the fly to the wall! That scene alone was impressive enough to make me a fan forever! Coburn's sense of cool defines this movie...the way he handles Flint's knowledge of just about everything, his unflappability in the face of iminent death and his ability to estricate himself from the closest of calls will have him endearing himself to YOU as well! Edward Mulhare makes an excellent, comic-book style villain against Coburn, and Gila Golan plays the femme fatale that Flint eventually wins over to the side of the angels. From the Bob Peak poster art to the Jerry Goldsmith score, not to mentiion Coburn's great take on what should have been a MUCH larger franchise, I guarantee you'll become a fan of the very personable Mr. Flint.
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Summary: Great 60s Spy Movie
Review: In the "Flint" films, the late James Coburn does a fine turn as a superspy so outrageous he makes the James Bond series look like Masterpiece Theater. And while "Our Man Flint" and its sequel, "In Like Flint," were meant to spoof the Bond films, they actually did a fine job of predicting where the Bond series would venture with Roger Moore as 007. Both films offer grand entertainment, even if they are breezier than most Bonds but never as stylish or intense, and Coburn, a far better and smarter actor than most people give him credit for, actually makes you believe that Derek Flint is real. Here, he's recruited by an old foil (Lee J. Cobb, in a terrific put-upon performance) who now heads ZOWIE, a spy organization that's one part FBI and one part CONTROL, of "Get Smart" fame. Flint quickly discovers that recent changes in weather patterns are the result of misguided scientists out to change the world for the better, or so they think. Even though some of the model work is inconsistent--watch how many times a submarine morphs into different types--the special effects are colorful and fit the film's pop art feel, the cast of beauties that includes Gina Golan is quite pleasant to watch, and Flint's simple theme by Jerry Goldsmith suits him to a T. But the best thing about "Our Man Flint" is the humor; long before the "Austin Powers" movies, "Our Man Flint" took time to poke fun at its own genre. You'll see a remarkably Sean-Connery-esque "Triple-Oh-Eight," a comical comparison between the villainous "Galaxy" and Bond's Spectre, and a cigarette lighter meant to put 007's attache case in "From Russia to Love" to shame. In fact, it's hard to figure out how "Our Man Flint" wasn't sued for copyright infringement, parody or not. Watch out, too, for an "Anti-American Eagle" and "Hans Gruber," the name later used by the villain in "Die Hard." Now, if only there were more extras on the DVD . . .
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Summary: The Original International Man Oof mistery.
Review: In the 70's James Coburn was probibly cool in this flick, Thank God I wasn't Born yet, but he was the non-irratating verison of Austin Powers. This will live to haunt James Coburn, a funny non-comedy.
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Summary: dead on target
Review: James Coburn met the legendary Bruce Lee after he made Our Man Flint, and we can thank Flint for influencing the screen fighting style of the Dragon. We can also thank Derek Flint for being the only person in the world that would make James Bond sweat. Our Man Flint is classic fun, and deserves five stars, just as "It Happened One Night." Much more than a parody, Flint does 007 better in practically every area: dancing, women (he has his own harem), gadgets (his cigarette lighter has 63 different functions, and he makes his own stuff, being a scientific genuis). Even his boss, played by the wonderful Lee J. Cobb, is a grander fellow than M. He also speaks 60 languages,is a fencing and close combat master, and a master yogi who can stop his heart. Although tongue in cheek, Flint as a self-evolving man is almost believable, and that's part of his enduring entertainment value. (Mr. Spock was also heavily influenced by Flint, if you'll compare their mannerisms. The Vulcan death grip is first featured in In Like Flint. Spock wouldn't be half as fun if he didn't have an air of believability.) The villans' (there are three, including a Caucausian named Dr. Lee and a Chinese named Dr. Schneider) nefarious plan also poses a challenge to the Bond films: controlling the world's weather. Plus, Flint fights much, much better than 007. He's also a rebel, unlike the office bug 007, and balks at being hired by the major super powers. Whoever created the Flint character should take a big bow; James Coburn as Derek Flint is endearing, hysterical (while doing everything with a straight face)and a Super guy, not just a mere super spy. He's an inspiration for kids of all ages to hit the books, to explore and discover. I've heard that James Coburn would have done more 'Flints' but they couldn't come up with good scripts. A real shame, for with five or six 'Flints,' Coburn would have become a megastar. Thank you, Mr. Coburn, Mr. Flint.
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