About

Dr. Lisa Funnell is an award-winning author, media educator, and consultant specializing in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and media representation. Affectionately known as “Dr. 007” on social media, she is a leading expert on gender, feminism, and geopolitics in the James Bond franchise and other action films. Her insights have been featured on CNN, BBC, Esquire, and Vice TV, among others.

HER STORY

With a passion for enhancing representation in media, Dr. Funnell offers consulting services to organizations seeking to implement inclusive practices. Her services include workshops, content analysis, strategic advising, and training sessions tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Dr. Funnell has authored and edited several influential books, including Resisting James Bond: Power and Privilege in the Daniel Craig Era (Bloomsbury 2023), Geographies, Genders, and Geopolitics of James Bond (Palgrave 2017), and For His Eyes Only: The Women of James Bond (Wallflower 2015). Her research also encompasses award-winning research on Chinese warrior women and the #MeToo Movement in Hollywood, reflecting a broad spectrum of interests.

Growing up in Canada, Dr. Funnell developed a love for James Bond films while watching them with her father. This personal connection fuels her dedication to analyzing and improving media representation.

For consulting inquiries, speaking engagements, or media appearances, please contact Dr. Funnell at [email protected].  Explore her books, articles, and podcast, “License to Critique,” to engage further with her work.

For media inquiries email [email protected]