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[DLibrasnow]

It would make the chances of a 2007 release more likely if it was a different director.
We already know the the script for Bond 22 has been completed and that the ending of Casino Royale leads directly into the beginning of Bond 22, if there was a different director that would allow for them to begin work on the pre-production work while Campbell finishes the post-production work on Casino Royale.

[K1Bond007]

Assuming that the rumors (2007 release and that the opening sequence has already been shot) surrounding Bond 22 are true then it would make perfect sense for Martin Campbell to return as director.

I see that as just the opposite, Righty my man. If there's any truth to Bond 22 in '07, then there is no way Campbell can be the director. He will be working in post production right up until the day of release of CR and no time to prep Bond 22 for what would have to be a Jan start. I would think they'd need another director to start prepping now to pull off back to back Bonds.

EDIT: Whoops. I see ACE said this same thing above (smart man ). Yes, what he said.

Well I don't think it's impossible. Guy Hamilton did it in 73 & 74. A lot more work goes into post-production these days, but I wouldn't rule out the possibility based on this alone.

There's a good chance that Campbell won't return for Bond 22, but maybe he'll be there for Bond 23. Interesting that his response isn't the same to what he said after GoldenEye.

I find Roger Michell to be a poor choice if any of that is true. I'd rather have Stephen Gaghan who is already at Pinewood shooting a Bond commercial.

[Righty007]

Now on the CBn main page...

'Bond 22' Unlikely For Campbell

_{Source says Campbell won't return}

[crheath]

If he says he's very tired and CR has been such hard work, he shouldn't come back. I don't want someone who's exhausted. This is what happened to all of the other previous directors who kept doing them.

[tigerheart]

I'd be happy to have Campbell back for a future Bond...he did a great job (IMO) with Goldeneye. But I agree with crheath - let the guy take a break...I would rather have someone fresh than an exhausted director going through the motions.

Roger Michell would be interesting...he's directed DC twice before and they seemed (by what i've read) to have established a solid working relationship, and he's done the action thriller thing too with Changing Lanes.

[jackmanfan3]

I would like Campbell to return in 2007 to provide continuity for Daniel Craig's films as his approach to GoldenEye was very successful. However, if Campbell is unavailable for whatever reason, I would love to see what Matthew Vaughn could do in terms of the second outing for Daniel Craig.

Edited by jackmanfan3, 15 July 2006 - 10:22 PM.

[Bond#9-GeorgeKemp]

Its true that it does seem likely he'll be returning because the open sequence has already been shot and apparently we have a script, but Campbell could just be opening the door for someone else as he steps out of it.

I don't know if I'd be sorry to see him go really, it depends how Cr turns out but he's done 2 now and it could be good to get some fresh blood in. Ofcorse right now that's Daniel Craig and a new approach, but come next year, people might be already asking for something different. That is whats kept them alive all these years after all, the formula and a bit of variety.

[Doctor Shatterhand]

Assuming that the rumors (2007 release and that the opening sequence has already been shot) surrounding Bond 22 are true then it would make perfect sense for Martin Campbell to return as director.

I see that as just the opposite, Righty my man. If there's any truth to Bond 22 in '07, then there is no way Campbell can be the director. He will be working in post production right up until the day of release of CR and no time to prep Bond 22 for what would have to be a Jan start. I would think they'd need another director to start prepping now to pull off back to back Bonds.

EDIT: Whoops. I see ACE said this same thing above (smart man ). Yes, what he said.

With all due respect, Campbell does not need to be there for the editing process. They have a very accomplished editor in Stuart Baird.

Personally, I think they had Campbell in mind for both films anyway since they have had four years to prep. Besides, if the rumors are correct that they are shooting scenes for Bond 22 as I write this, then Campbell may very well be back.

[delfloria]

This means nothing!!!!!! I was at a screening with Campbell just before the directorial announcement for Casino Royale and a friend asked him if he would ever go back to Bond. Campbell emphatically stated that he would never again do a Bond film because he was not interested.

[Dalton]

I wouldn't blame Campbell if he opted not to helm B22. Directing a Bond thesedays has to be exhausting. He is working longer hours than the other members of the team.

I think that the next Bond should have a new (or Returning) Director, and maybe Campbell will do another Bond in a few years.

Having said that if he did sign for the next flick, I wouldn't have a problem with that.

[stamper]

Campbell probably just shot the teaser, which follows up directly from CR, for practical and continuity reasons. He didn't do 4 years prep on CR, he came off directly from Zorro 2 he was even doing the DVD publicity while working for CR.
They might bring him back I think for the 3rd Craig film, if CR is huge, and I have the feeling it will be.
As for the rumors of another actor playing Bond... come on, it ain't gonna be another Lazenby, Craig is not a newcomer to acting, and he is a friend of the family, unlike Laz was.

[marktmurphy]

So I take this makes it more likely that 22 will come sooner rather than later if Campbell feels he won't have had a big enough rest?

[Thunderfinger]

Tarantino is more than ready. He could bring in Samuel L. Jackson as Mr Big...

[scottright]

Find someone new. I think the Dalton Era suffered tremendously because it was the same central creative team who'd been involved since FYEO (Glen, Wilson, Maibaum). While they're at it, why not try some new writers. Give Purvis and Wade a rest.

That said, if they're thinking seriously about having a new James Bond movie ready for 2007 - then I'd stick with Campbell (if "Casino Royale" works). He knows how to make James Bond movies and having the same team in place more or less moves things along that much faster (look how fast the two sequels to "Pirates of the Carribbean" will be ready - the same team is making them both).

If not, call Doug Liman or Joe Carnahan. I think they'd be terrific choices for a Bond movie.

[Agent Spriggan Ominae]

It would make the chances of a 2007 release more likely if it was a different director.
We already know the the script for Bond 22 has been completed and that the ending of Casino Royale leads directly into the beginning of Bond 22, if there was a different director that would allow for them to begin work on the pre-production work while Campbell finishes the post-production work on Casino Royale.

Right there. It's far from confirmed that the end of CR will lead into Bond 22. Just because one person, someone who I am not giving the benifit of the doubt in light of what I know, says it's so it doesn't make it gospel. The truth is we don't know for sure. I would be cautious of any info taken from the SHH! forums. With posts like that it's hard to tell whats been confirmed and what's totally bogus. At this point I'd rather belive what Simon has said than the guy from SHH.

Edited by Agent Spriggan Ominae, 16 July 2006 - 09:25 PM.

[Yellow Pinky]

In a news story I just read, Martin Campbell says it is unlikely that he will return to direct the next Bond film. While speaking about the possibility of using China as a location for a future film he said::

"It would depend on the subject matter, but obviously it would be a wonderful place to come and shoot," Campbell said, while adding that he would not likely be directing the next Bond film despite the global success of Casino Royale.

Here's the full story:

http://news.yahoo.co...na_070129125957

I for one will certainly be sad to not see Campbell at the helm again...

[Loomis]

I want Tamahori back.

(That wasn't a joke.)

[dodge]

Don't do this to us, Martin!

[crheath]

It would be better to bring in a new guy than a Martin Campbell who's not motivated enough.

[JCRendle]

I'll do it! I like to think I know Bond and what makes a good film. Go on Babs, pick me! pick me!

[DamnCoffee]

A real Shame

[dodge]

I agree. And I sincerely hope that those are now 'dissing' Campbell, glad to see him go, don't have cause to look back two years from now in misery. An artsy director with no flair for action will call for more Kleenex than I care to think.

[Odd Jobbies]

I want Tamahori back.

(That wasn't a joke.)

Oh yes it was!!!

[crheath]

I want Tamahori back.

(That wasn't a joke.)

Oh yes it was!!!

I hope so.

[Qwerty]

I'd love to see Campbell return for Bond 22!

[Zorin Industries]

I want Tamahori back.

(That wasn't a joke.)

Well, Tamahori would probably only come back now if he was allowed to drag up and play MONEYPENNY....

[English Agent]

I want Tamahori back.

(That wasn't a joke.)

Why the hell do you want him back for????????????

If he comes back i think we should start a 'LTnBdirector' website.

I agree, shame that MC won't be back for Bond 22, so he can complete
the story from CR.......therefore keeping the direction continuity.

Edited by English Agent, 29 January 2007 - 09:15 PM.

[tdalton]

It's a shame that Campbell probably won't be returning for Bond 22. I thought that he did a fantastic job with Casino Royale, and it would have been great to finally have some continuity between films in term of the style of direction.

[Yellow Pinky]

It's a shame that Campbell probably won't be returning for Bond 22. I thought that he did a fantastic job with Casino Royale, and it would have been great to finally have some continuity between films in term of the style of direction.

I couldn't agree more. I wasn't one of Campbell's biggest fans prior to seeing CR, and I can't think of anyone I'd rather have calling the shots now having been blown away by the work he did.

I had great hopes for core continuity between CR and the next film. I still believe that continuity can be achieved, but it would have been simplest with the same captain steering the ship again.

[Zorin Industries]

It's a shame that Campbell probably won't be returning for Bond 22. I thought that he did a fantastic job with Casino Royale, and it would have been great to finally have some continuity between films in term of the style of direction.

I couldn't agree more. I wasn't one of Campbell's biggest fans prior to seeing CR, and I can't think of anyone I'd rather have calling the shots now having been blown away by the work he did.

I had great hopes for core continuity between CR and the next film. I still believe that continuity can be achieved, but it would have been simplest with the same captain steering the ship again.

I was like you. After the obvious GOLDENEYE Campbell wasn't my first choice. But he did more than surpass my - and others - expectations with CASINO ROYALE. I always think the hardest thing for any actor, director or writer to do is nothing. Not that the casino scenes in ROYALE were 'nothing', but they demanded a level of skill I never thought Campbell would have had. I take it back. They were. There should be a continuity of either Campbell or Paul Haggis in BOND 22 (let's leave Purvis and Wade to another thread, eh?...!). But let's not all panic if there isn't. Eon have got a new magician's hat they have only just started to pull the rabbits from.