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The man who made a Martini look cool, Bond - James Bond - is shaken, not stirred, in this exhibition celebrating the centenary of his creator, Ian Fleming. With his license to kill and uncanny ability to defeat death, even when he was outnumbered 100-to-one, 007 is the spy who loved me - and the one we love. With the gadgets, wry sense of humour and just a suggestion of a raised eyebrow, Bond could escape situations that Houdini would throw his hands up at. The phenomenal success of Bond - in cinemas since 'Dr No' debuted in 1962 - is evident through the very fact that an institution of the Imperial War Museum's standing has chosen to stage this exhibition. As well as film props - including the 'blood-splattered' shirt worn by Daniel Craig in 'Casino Royale' - there's biographical information on Fleming, his wartime experiences and work as a journalist. The inspiration for some of his now legendary characters like M and Goldfinger is traced to his real-life experiences, providing a fascinating insight into the author behind one of our best-loved secret agents.
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