James Bond News - December 2014
Published: Tue, 12/02/14
Hi
I sent you an email yesterday, completely forgetting the December newsletter is due today! Sorry for that...
Anyway, the big news... this Thursday the Bond 24 title and cast will be revealed at an event at Pinewood Studios which will be streamed online. I'm also planning to liveblog the event for anyone who can't watch.
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Filming starts next week, although we have no details yet. It is likely to start at Pinewood before moving on location though.
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That's all for now, but if there are any more details to share on Bond 24 I'll be in touch and if you clicked the link to be notified about the live stream then you'll hear from me on Thursday.
Until then!
David Leigh
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