The new James Bond

Originally Posted by handyman

Lots of people would go see the film even if it was total rubbish just on the robbie williams name alone.
I agree that the format has been a bit naff for the last few incarnations maybe it needs shaking up or ending for good.?

He just is not James Bond.When he tries to be suave and sophisticated he just comes across as a jerk.

[Russ]

I'm actually quite relieved that no-one has yet suggested that the next film should be about a JANE Bond

[Marge]

Originally Posted by Russ D

I'm actually quite relieved that no-one has yet suggested that the next film should be about a JANE Bond

Oh Russ that sounds good, puts name forward so long as I can drive an Aston Martin

Originally Posted by Russ D

I'm actually quite relieved that no-one has yet suggested that the next film should be about a JANE Bond

They will one of these days.Frankly I think it may be time to let it die.

Hmm! Sounds like a James Bond title.

See Cameon Diaz as Jane Bond in Let It Die..

[Stuart]

Originally Posted by Russ D

I'm actually quite relieved that no-one has yet suggested that the next film should be about a JANE Bond

As an aside, I did read a while back that thanks to the reception that Michelle Yeoh's character got in tommorrow never dies, EON productions did look at doing a second series of films (to run in conjunction with the current Bond films) involving her character in a series of missions. The new films would have probably followed much the same format as the current Bond films, but with the central character being Weh Linh, and she would be working for the Chinese secret service.

I think the idea got droppped when Michelle wouldn't commit to it though.

Edit: I can't find the original page, but here is what the IMDB has on it.

From http://uk.imdb.com/title/tt0120347/trivia
Producers considered starting a film series based on the character played by Michelle Yeoh but so far, no film has been made.

[Nugget]

Originally Posted by Russ D

Ioan Gruffudd for me - about time we had a 'proper' Welshman playing Bond

He'll never get the part of course - his name would be too difficult for the yanks to understand...

Be fair Russ - most Brits can't say it either

[mi6]

Rumors have been circling about Brosnan's continued participation in the series since February of this year when a story "leaked" to the press that MGM had privately fired Brosnan from the role. Generally regarded by most as a trial balloon by the studio to see what the public reaction would be to a change of actor in the Bond franchise, the public's reaction seemed to overwhelmingly support Brosnan. MGM has kept quiet since Brosnan's statements this week but representatives at EON Productions contacted by IGN FilmForce have told us privately that they weren't surprised by the comments in the press. "If the money and some other things are right, Pierce is back but he'll walk if those things don't come together. He's at a place [in his life] where he can do anything he wants and if he never makes another Bond film, he'll be just as happy as he would be if he starred in Bond 21."

Brosnan has been vocal about the quality of the scripts for the films since he took over the role. In an interview with our pals over at CHUD, Brosnan commented that the films were in a rut and that the first 1/3 of Die Another Day should have been the tone for the rest of the film. "...they [the producers] broke out of it too soon into the formulaic, safe side. They're too scared." Brosnan also dropped some clues in that interview that may indicate what he's looking for if he's going to sign a contract for Bond 21. "More of a character-driven piece.... Certainly more of a character-driven piece and what is going to happen next in the story because now we're just saturated †“ it's wonderful the spectacle they create. It's fantastic. But I love the last one and where it was going †“ until we got to Hong Kong and I was into the suit and into the old straitjacket of playing [Bond].""

[Stuart]

Originally Posted by mi6

Rumors have been circling about Brosnan's continued participation in the series since February of this year when a story "leaked" to the press that MGM had privately fired Brosnan from the role. Generally regarded by most as a trial balloon by the studio to see what the public reaction would be to a change of actor in the Bond franchise, the public's reaction seemed to overwhelmingly support Brosnan. MGM has kept quiet since Brosnan's statements this week but representatives at EON Productions contacted by IGN FilmForce have told us privately that they weren't surprised by the comments in the press. "If the money and some other things are right, Pierce is back but he'll walk if those things don't come together. He's at a place [in his life] where he can do anything he wants and if he never makes another Bond film, he'll be just as happy as he would be if he starred in Bond 21."

Brosnan has been vocal about the quality of the scripts for the films since he took over the role. In an interview with our pals over at CHUD, Brosnan commented that the films were in a rut and that the first 1/3 of Die Another Day should have been the tone for the rest of the film. "...they [the producers] broke out of it too soon into the formulaic, safe side. They're too scared." Brosnan also dropped some clues in that interview that may indicate what he's looking for if he's going to sign a contract for Bond 21. "More of a character-driven piece.... Certainly more of a character-driven piece and what is going to happen next in the story because now we're just saturated †“ it's wonderful the spectacle they create. It's fantastic. But I love the last one and where it was going †“ until we got to Hong Kong and I was into the suit and into the old straitjacket of playing [Bond].""

Very interesting, and I certainly don't want to stop you posting more, but could you provide a link, or tell us where you got that from?

Thanks.

[JediMaster]

Just watched Cold Feet again on DVD last night, and itwas the episode where James Nesbit steals the MG car, and pretends to be 007

I think he would be FAR better than some of the names that have been on here... (Robbie Williams & alike) lol

[Stuart]

Actually, if he weren't too old (I just looked on the IMDB and he appears to be 64), Patrick Stewart could make an excellent Bond. With or without a wig (I don't think there is any reason we can't have a Bald Bond).

[mi6]

Clive Owen: I don't think about it. I really don't think about it. I think Pierce Brosnan has been fantastic, reinvigorated the franchise, made a fortune. As far as everyone knows, he's doing the next one and they should come out and back him because he is James Bond. He's the man.

[mi6]

Originally Posted by scastle

Very interesting, and I certainly don't want to stop you posting more, but could you provide a link, or tell us where you got that from?

Thanks.

I get this from certain movie message board.

[Russ]

www.imdb.com by any chance?

[mi6]

Pierce Brosnan back in talks with Eon for James Bond 21 according to latest rumours
There might be a sliver of light at the end of the Pierce Brosnan "will he, won't he?" Bond 21 saga today.

Last week Brosnan left the door open for a return as he denied he ever officially stepped down from his role as 007, slamming the Entertainment Weekly "announcement" a mis-quote.

Now with the news that MGM have accepted the buyout proposal from Sony - a deal worth $2.85 billion cash - the Bond 21 hiatus might be over.

The latest rumours from the inner circle claim that Brosnan is back in talks with Eon Productions to come back for a fifth outing as 007. Brosnan has said on numerous occasions that he wanted a fifth and final film. His original contract for "three films and an option for a fourth" expired with 2002's "Die Another Day".
http://www.mi6.co.uk/news/index.php?itemid=1694

[Stuart]

Sorry to ressurect an old thread, but I found an article on the bbc site about further possible Bonds..

The bookies have given the following odds

Ewan McGregor is 9/4 favourite
Dougray Scott is a close second with 9/2
Jude Law has recently dropped to 10/1 after Alfie didn't do as well as expected at the box office.
Colin Farrell is 7/1, and finally, MP Boris Johnson is 500/1..


The article, and full list is at http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertain...lm/4009157.stm