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"The Secret Life of Ian Fleming" Isn't Good, But It is Fun for Bond Fans.

Television critic David Bianculli reviews "The Secret Life of Ian Fleming," a telemovie on the man who created James Bond. It stars Jason Connery, the son of Sean Connery, the first 007. And it shows the real-life inspirations for some of the characters who peopled the 007 movies and stories. Bianculli says it's enjoyable if you approach it with the right attitude. It airs over the TNT cable network.

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Other segments from the episode on March 5, 1990

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, March 5, 1990: Interview with Ken Kesey; Review of Dave Frishberg's album "Let's Eat Home"; Interview with Lester Brown, Part 1; Review of the television show "The Secret…

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