Sir Roger answers your questions November 2006

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Dear Sir Roger,
The latest buzz in the world of James Bond is of course Casino Royale, and Daniel Craig, the newest person to portray 007. I was wondering if you had seen the movie yet and what you thought of it. I am a fan of all of the movies collectively and was skeptical of Mr. Craig at first, but I think that he did a beautiful job, and helped create a new rough and rugged Bond that audiences have not yet seen. Thank you for your time, hope all is well!
Patrick

Hello Patrick

 

I haven't yet seen the film. I had hoped to attend the premiere, but alas had to leave London the week prior. I am very much looking forward to seeing it though, as I have been a keen supporter of Daniel from day one. He's had a rough ride, but has proven his critics wrong by delivering a film everyone is raving about. I did write to congratulate him, and I'm sure he'll go on to even greater success with subsequent Bond films.

 

Hello Sir Roger,
A few years ago, I used to have to make regular car journeys from my then home town of Mansfield to Cambridge (where I was at university). To pass these rather tedious journeys, there was nothing I liked more than listening to audio books on the car radio. One that sticks in my mind was The Naked Face, a Sidney Sheldon book that you read as an audio production. I seem to remember that you did some others too... another Sidney Sheldon book, only this time an abridged version? And the Jack Higgins book Thunder Point too (sorry if any of these details are incorrect - even at 30, my memory can occasionally let me down!!) Anyhow, my question is this. How are these audio books actually made? How long does it take you to record a full novel. Originally I thought that you sat there and read from the book itself, but surely with such sensitive recording equipment the microphones would pick up the sound of turning pages... so I guess the whole book must be transferred onto some kind of cue cards? What happens if you make a mistake? Are any rehersals carried out, or is it simply a case of turn up and read?!

These tapes have given me hours of entertainment, but I'd love to know more about how they're put together!

Thanks!

Jonathon, Wakefield, England.

Hello Jonathan

Yes I enjoy recording audio books. They were more often than not abridged versions of the books.

It would literally be a case of going along to a sound recording studio, and reading from an autocue - much like the ones used on tv shows. Typically it would take a day ... sometimes a bit less if I didn't get tongue tied.

It's not hard work - and therefore I love it, being a lazy type!

 

Dear Roger,

I hope you are doing well and I know you seem to be. I think you are very cool for answering your fans question. Anyway, my name is Alana and i'm from New Orleans, Loiusiana. I went through all that crazy hurricane Katrina nonsense and all,and still recovering. It's been a long road, but i'm happy to be alive and well. The devastation of it was just so overwhelming. My family and I have been through some very unnatural things since then, but I guess you could just call it life.
We moved to many different cities, schools, our family and friends are just scattered about. It's a crazy situation. People are in shock when I tell them all the places we've lived in one year, but how are you supposed to just know where you want to live when our home is taken away from you. I know other who have had it worse so i'm very fortunate to be here today. Sorry for that long story. What do you think about that situation the story of Katrina that happened here on American soil and have you been to New Orleans since then? I also want to tell you how great your work is for UNICEF is and you are my favorite James Bond you were not only funny but everything Bond should be. I love Live and Let Die, The Spy who loved me, and For Your Eyes Only.

Thanks you for your time and God Bless,
Alana

Dear Alana

Although I have not been to New Orleans since, I am, like many others, still shocked at images of the horrific wake Katrina left behind. It is something we haven't really seen on that level before, and I think it shock everyone (from the very highest level) into realising that all the power in the world stands no chance against the elements, or the hand of god as some say.

I think we have learned many valuable lessons from it and realised that it is not just the less-fortunate countries that face homelessness, poverty and disaster. I wish you, and everyone in New Orleans a happier and healthy 2007.

 

Dear Sir Roger,

This month, I'd like to shift slightly to a question of philosophical interest. So here it is. If you were given the opportunity to ask god just one question, with the certainty of receiving a direct answer, what would it be?

Best Regards, Eric

Hi Eric

I think I would ask why he lets children of the world suffer with disease, poverty and abuse. Whilst I believe in a "greater being" I am not overtly religious, and when you have seen some of the horrific sights that Kristina and I have on field trips, you do end up asking yourself "why would any God allow this to happen". .

Dear Sir Roger

If there was one moment when you were in front of the camera that you could go back to and re-live, what would it be? You have always appeared to enjoy your work, so I would hope it was very special....

With best wishes Edward Seaton

Goodness Edward, that's a tough one.

Yes I have enjoyed pretty much everything I have done, with the odd one or two exceptions, but we won't mention Grace Jones. Perhaps I'd go back to a film I made called Interupted Melody with Eleanor Parker. She taught me a great deal on that film about the camera and acting for it. She was one of the most gracious actresses I've possibly worked with. It was a truly terrific experience and one I often think back to. .

 

Dear Sir Roger

I hope you had a wonderful birthday and I wish you and your family a joyous christmas.

My question is this:

Since your birthday next year is a special one - (ok I know ALL birthdays are special, but you know what I mean).

Aside from leaving you in peace to enjoy it with your family,(which of course we will do) I was wondering how you would like us here on the forum to celebrate it?

I have, as I do every year bought my UNICEF Christmas cards and gifts for this year and I am in the process of writing said cards and will donate more money when I am financially able. (When I recover from Christmas haha).

I know your fans on the forum are spread around the globe, but I thought if we could do something online to celebrate this great event it would be nice, but I don't know how. Do you have any ideas?

Your Australian fan as always
Noel

Hi Noel

I'm trying not to think of the big 8-0. Well, it is quite special you're correct. I'm looking forward to sharing it with family and friends ... but as for how you might celebrate. Well, that's a difficult call. But maybe you could pop on your favourite DVD and raise a glass. Of course, I realise your favourite DVD probably doesn't feature me, but hey, that's a risk I'm willing to take.

I know some of you are kind enough to think about sending me gifts on my birthday and at Christmas, but without wanting to sound ungrateful (as I'm not) I would far prefer you make a modest donation to UNICEF in my name - it could be a dollar ... I appreciate every single penny.So don't worry about this old fortunate actor, but do worry about the less-fortunate children of the world. That would be my ideal birthday gift.

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Thank you to Sir Roger Moore

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