This cut sequence from Diamonds Are Forever (1971) showing the power of Blofeld’s space laser is absolutely hilarious. Adding to the camp of the movie, this seemingly quickly put together, crude sequence looks to be more of an inspiration for an Austin Powers movie rather than a flex of a Bond villain’s power.

From the primitive (yes, I know it’s the 1970’s, but still!) space footage and red laser to the glowing red (that means it’s heating up, ya know!) missiles on a Korean military base, this space laser is dangerous! The sequence is made absolutely perfect with the over-the-top soldier scream and wince, as well as the the random hilariously flailing, on-fire soldier. The cherry on top is the not-so intimidating puff of white smoke that could be mistaken for the remnants of a cigarette drag. Wow. It truly makes me laugh to think that *this* was the result of some deliberations for how to show the power of Blofeld’s space laser. It’s a thing of hilarious beauty! Behold!

The (hilarious) effects of the space-based laser weapon from Diamonds Are Forever (1971)