Every James Bond Reference in the ‘Austin Powers’ Movies
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Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)
When we last saw our shagadelic hero, he was in the afterglow of marital bliss. But holy matrimony doesn’t last long for Austin Powers. After dispatching Vanessa the fembot, Austin is back to once again take down Dr. Evil, whose latest plan involves traveling back in time to steal the most powerful weapon in British Intelligence: Austin’s mojo. He’s joined by swinging CIA agent Felicity Shagwell (Heather Graham), a necessary ally in the fight against Dr. Evil, Dr. Evil’s clone, and a rather repugnant baby-eating Scotsman. ‘The Spy Who Shagged Me’ takes broader swings while still keeping its ties to the Bond franchise intact. With submarines, Caribbean lairs, and not one but two Honey Rider swimsuits, there’s still plenty of 007 potshots to enjoy in this second outing.
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me begins with a theme, entitled “Dr. Evil” by They Might Be Giants. The song emulates the style of Shirley Bassey, who performed three Bond themes.
Austin describes Vanessa, his dearly departed, partially robotic wife, as “the woman who taught me the beauty of monogamy.” This recalls the unceremonious post-On Her Majesty’s Secret Service hand waving of Tracy Bond’s (Diana Rigg) demise.
The title is based on The Spy Who Loved Me.
While Austin dances through the hotel lobby in the opening sequence, a sign is visible that points to the Casino Royale.
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