With the close of the PGA Championship (Congrats to Jason Dufner), we focus on another style icon’s day at the golf course.

Vitals

Sean Connery as James Bond, British secret agent and sportsman

Stoke Poges, England, Fall 1964

Film: Goldfinger
Release Date: September 18, 1964
Director: Guy Hamilton
Wardrobe Supervisor: Elsa Fennell

Background

Much like all pre-You Only Live Twice Bond films, Goldfinger is a very close adaptation of the material in the book. While some parts are different – for instance, the animosity between Bond and Goldfinger is initially more toned down in the book and the two even share a meal after their day at the golf course – it generally follows the same structure. Continue reading →