Movie: The Wild Geese (1978)

Part 1 of James Bond Sidecars: Roger Moore Rare Cuts Media Society dives headfirst into a new theme and the 1978 film "The Wild Geese"—a hidden cinematic gem where Bond is not quite Bond, but still acts a whole lot like him. Assigned to explore the non-Bond roles of James Bond actors, this episode spotlights Sir Roger Moore as a sly mercenary pilot on a secret mission in southern Africa, alongside a star-studded (for the time) cast including Richard Burton and Richard Harris. The crew unpacks the film’s wild ride: from its unique "Bond-adjacent" opening credits—geese and all—to its transition from snappy British drama to full-on mercenary war movie, all underscored by a soundtrack more circus than suspense. With wit and humor, the hosts pick apart everything from the film’s questionable production choices (was that a sword fight or slapstick?) to the convoluted motivations behind its high-stakes rescue plot. Along the way, they debate the merits of “realistic” war films, 1970s British cinema quirks, and whether the so-called "all-star" cast still packs a punch today. From behind-the-scenes trivia—including Roger Moore’s reluctance to share lines with heavyweights Burton and Harris—to speculation about a modern-day remake (yes, Willem Dafoe gets a mention), this episode has it all: nostalgia, critique, and the kind of side-splitting banter you’ve come to expect from Rare Cuts. Stick around as the hosts give "The Wild Geese" their newly expanded scoring treatment and preview what’s next on their James Bond sidecar journey. Don’t miss it! Find out more at http://rarecutsmediasociety.com Follow RCMS: Facebook: facebook.com/rarecutsmediasociety Instagram: @rcmsociety Twitter: @RCMSociety Email: [email protected] Support Rare Cuts Media Society by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/rare-cuts-media-society