Best decade for official Bond films?

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I think the 70s is far and away the best decade for Bond. Diamonds kicks it all off with a very campy and enjoyable romp with the prettiest Bond girls and Connery looking like he's having some fun. Live and Let Die is a strong debut for Moore with a great performance from the man himself as well as a very convincing villain and memorable Bond girl. TMWTGG is the weakest of the bunch, but has several great moments including Bond's face off with Christopher Lee in the fun house. Spy is prehaps the most polished film of the decade and one of the most spectacular. The budget has clearly been increased and the visuals and direction are better than ever. Last but not least is Moonraker, a beautiful film that juggles humour, romance, action and thrills effortlessly. I really like all of the films made in the 70s. As for my second favourite Bond decade, I'm torn between the 60s and 80s. The 60s is more iconic and has Dr.No, You Only Live Twice and my personal favourite OHMSS while the 80s has several excellent films that have the best action scenes in the entire series.

[iank]

70s. 80s an easy second.

[rushy]

The 1970s, easily. I've adored Diamonds Are Forever since I was a kid, and Moore's films are at their creative peak. Live and Let Die is a refreshing change of pace. The Man with the Golden Gun is bolstered by Christopher Lee (my favourite Bond villain). Spy Who Loved Me and Moonraker are both excellent blockbusters.

The 1960s would be my second pick for how iconic and lush it is, although I probably enjoy the 80s Moore films more. I just wish there was more cinematic flair in the John Glen stuff. My kingdom for an interesting camera angle!

[cyberhat]

The more times you watch it, The Man With The Golden Gun goes from cheesy nonsense to a high quality film. I get the feeling it was more rushed into production than the two classics that surround it.