This 007 movie holds a particular fondness for me. Since I was born in Louisville in 1956, I have some hazy memories of the locations used in the film. However, that scenery has since changed; Louisville is constantly evolving. The plot feels centered on 007’s confrontation with Goldfinger, although there's a link to both SPECTRE and various U.S. criminal organizations. The death of Jill Masterson is something Bond seeks retribution for because she assisted him before being murdered by Odd Job, Goldfinger’s disturbingly deranged henchman. While Goldfinger is described as insane, Odd Job seems even more so; he's completely unhinged and prone to violence. I have read the novel on which this film is based, and I believe the changes made are relatively small. The most significant difference involves the characters of Pussy Galore and Tilly Masterson, Jill’s sister. Goldfinger intends to carry out a scheme against Fort Knox, Kentucky. It's an exceptionally entertaining movie; I don’t recall any slow moments lasting more than a few seconds. As is typical, Bond displays considerable compassion. Some people see him as detached, but I disagree. He consistently demonstrates a deep care for humanity and human life, eliminating those who threaten it. I place this film around fourth in my ranking of the Bond movies, largely because I was born in Louisville, where much of the action is set, including scenes at Fort Knox.
On September 25, 2026
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