Live and Let Die, the 1973 Bond film, marked the introduction of a new James Bond, portrayed by Roger Moore.
Moore took over the role from Sean Connery after his brief return in Diamonds Are Forever, following George Lazenby's unexpected departure.
The 007 franchise had experienced a turbulent few years, but a fresh era was about to begin.
Unlike the gritty and rugged portrayals before him, Moore brought a lighter and more playful approach to the character.
Even the film's trailer playfully promised “more, much Moore.”
According to Jane Seymour, who starred alongside Moore, each actor brought their own unique touch to the role.
She described Moore as being “much more tongue-in-cheek and Austin Powers-ey.”
And the fun extended beyond the action-packed scenes.
The movie propelled Seymour to global stardom, despite her youthful appearance, as she celebrated her 72nd birthday this week.
At the age of 20, Seymour received her big break in the war drama The Only Way.
Two years later, she appeared in the TV show The Onedin Line, and it was during this time that she made her big-screen debut as the captivating and enigmatic Solitaire in Live and Let Die.
Seymour recalled how her casting announcement caused a media frenzy, with her name plastered across newspapers for days.
She also shared an amusing anecdote about the film studio's desire for a sexier profile for a promotional article.
A photographer named Terry O'Neil was hired to capture Seymour's photographs, but struggled to find provocative content since she portrayed both a s** symbol and a virgin in the film.
Seymour fondly remembered Moore as a funny and hilarious person, even more so off-screen than on-screen.
During the filming of their bed scene, Moore suggested that they both eat liver and onions to maintain a lighthearted atmosphere.
Despite Seymour falling asleep on him during a long take, Moore remained the epitome of a gentleman and woke her up with a cup of tea.
Their wonderful bond, however, became a problem when it started causing difficulties in another scene.
In the iconic poppy field scene, they found one line in the script so ridiculous that they struggled to keep a straight face.
They couldn't even look at each other without bursting into laughter, resulting in Seymour being banned from the set.
In addition to their comical interactions, Seymour revealed that both she and Moore contracted dysentery during the filming and were confined to a trailer.
In an unexpected turn of events, their trailer was hit by a car, causing them to be thrown onto the floor together.
Once the initial shock subsided, they once again found themselves overcome with laughter.
The behind-the-scenes anecdotes shared by Jane Seymour offer a glimpse into the playful dynamic between her and Roger Moore during the making of Live and Let Die.
Their on-screen chemistry translated into off-screen camaraderie, resulting in memorable moments and a lasting friendship.
