Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 07:55 AM
I am surprised (or should I really be?) that Craig seems to be regarded as the greatest actor ever and the only one to do Bond justice.
Craig did what the greats - Connery and Moore, did. He made the role his own. Especially in terms of reflecting the times. If he's done, we appreciate the contribution and move on. David Tennant was an amazing Doctor on Doctor Who. But his departure brought about Matt Smith, my absolute favourite. It's an old saying, but the show goes on.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 10:18 AM
Holy Hell - is this legit? If so, BB obviously thought along the lines of an early 30s actor which we have been discussing previously... interesting if true. Perhaps story arcs could be on the horizon...
No.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 10:27 AM
No - obviously. The Theo James rubbish was first published on 15th May, and only in the Portly Gazelle. Make of that what you will.
Lieutenant
Posted 02 June 2016 - 10:34 AM
No - obviously. The Theo James rubbish was first published on 15th May, and only in the Portly Gazelle. Make of that what you will.
My relief of finally having some 'news' regarding Bond 7 overtook my rationality. This is torture.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 10:38 AM
No - obviously. The Theo James rubbish was first published on 15th May, and only in the Portly Gazelle. Make of that what you will.
My relief of finally having some 'news' regarding Bond 7 overtook my rationality. This is torture.
I suspect that we have months more of this frustration to look forward to.
We'll be begging for mercy by the time it's finished.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 10:59 AM
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 11:08 AM
Even if there already was a decision on who gets to be 007 next - and the only thing that seems reasonably obvious right now is that Craig is probably finished with Bond, regardless of script - it's highly unlikely any such announcement will be made before MGM is on the blower with news about its new partner. Chronologically it would come down to 'MGM & X are delighted to announce their temporary marriage!' - 'Eon, MGM & X are happy to announce their new Bond XYZ and BOND 25!' The new studio would at least for appearances sake have to okay the next actor. And that they can only do once the ink on the distribution contract is dry.
I agree. The people who are co-financing the whole thing will want to be part of any announcement and to at least seem creatively involved.
I think a whole package is being put together behind closed doors right now. Distributor, director, star and a fresh approach.
Lieutenant
Posted 02 June 2016 - 11:25 AM
Tick. Tock.
Lt. Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 11:26 AM
Believe me, so many times a great script gets muddled because an actor has outrageous ideas that throw everything off balance.
And believe me, P&W need no help in throwing everything off balance.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 11:31 AM
No - obviously. The Theo James rubbish was first published on 15th May, and only in the Portly Gazelle. Make of that what you will.
My relief of finally having some 'news' regarding Bond 7 overtook my rationality. This is torture.
We'll be begging for mercy by the time it's finished.
It's funny because it's true. 
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 12:45 PM
Believe me, so many times a great script gets muddled because an actor has outrageous ideas that throw everything off balance.
And believe me, P&W need no help in throwing everything off balance.
It is a mistake to blame any writer for a poor script just by watching a movie believing that the story and the dialogue are absolutely what the writer wrote or even intended.
Only if you have read every draft and have been present during every conversation with the producers, the director and the actors you really can make a sound judgement on what a writer´s worth.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 12:49 PM
That sounds about right. It would especially make sense if the Bier and Hiddleston rumours are true - which I hope they are. Getting the groundwork in place.Even if there already was a decision on who gets to be 007 next - and the only thing that seems reasonably obvious right now is that Craig is probably finished with Bond, regardless of script - it's highly unlikely any such announcement will be made before MGM is on the blower with news about its new partner. Chronologically it would come down to 'MGM & X are delighted to announce their temporary marriage!' - 'Eon, MGM & X are happy to announce their new Bond XYZ and BOND 25!' The new studio would at least for appearances sake have to okay the next actor. And that they can only do once the ink on the distribution contract is dry.
I agree. The people who are co-financing the whole thing will want to be part of any announcement and to at least seem creatively involved.
I think a whole package is being put together behind closed doors right now. Distributor, director, star and a fresh approach.
Lt. Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 01:18 PM
Believe me, so many times a great script gets muddled because an actor has outrageous ideas that throw everything off balance.
And believe me, P&W need no help in throwing everything off balance.
It is a mistake to blame any writer for a poor script just by watching a movie believing that the story and the dialogue are absolutely what the writer wrote or even intended.
Only if you have read every draft and have been present during every conversation with the producers, the director and the actors you really can make a sound judgement on what a writer´s worth.
Truer words were never spoken! Do not work in film if exclusive authorship is desired.
RE P&W: I read here somewhere that they were responsible for the final London-act of SP and for me that's were it all spectacularly fell apart in a way that reminded me of the worst aspects of the Brossa movies.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 01:28 PM
Any EON/MGM/Sony people based in LA? Tom Hiddleston touched down there the other day.
God, even I'm on the media bandwagon now desperately looking for clues...!
Lieutenant
Posted 02 June 2016 - 01:33 PM
Any EON/MGM/Sony people based in LA? Tom Hiddleston touched down there the other day.
God, even I'm on the media bandwagon now desperately looking for clues...!
LA is the hub of Hollywood - he could be meeting anyone...
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 01:50 PM
Any EON/MGM/Sony people based in LA? Tom Hiddleston touched down there the other day.
God, even I'm on the media bandwagon now desperately looking for clues...!
LA is the hub of Hollywood - he could be meeting anyone...
Exactly. One of the stars of the Marvel films arriving in L.A. means very little in this regard.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 02:10 PM
Lieutenant
Posted 02 June 2016 - 02:19 PM
This was posted 4 days ago and no one has picked up on it plus there is no Distributer director or script writer yet they will have a film out febuary of next year uh yeah I don't think so
Thanks for the input.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 02:37 PM
Lieutenant
Posted 02 June 2016 - 02:56 PM
This is the time when you can trust no one lol
Very true.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 03:04 PM
Believe me, so many times a great script gets muddled because an actor has outrageous ideas that throw everything off balance.
And believe me, P&W need no help in throwing everything off balance.
It is a mistake to blame any writer for a poor script just by watching a movie believing that the story and the dialogue are absolutely what the writer wrote or even intended.
Only if you have read every draft and have been present during every conversation with the producers, the director and the actors you really can make a sound judgement on what a writer´s worth.
Truer words were never spoken! Do not work in film if exclusive authorship is desired.
RE P&W: I read here somewhere that they were responsible for the final London-act of SP and for me that's were it all spectacularly fell apart in a way that reminded me of the worst aspects of the Brossa movies.
Well, in an earlier draft the London-act was much more elaborate, different and - in my opinion - captivating. What it turned into was probably due to pressure from the studio´s wishes to shrink the budget for that climax enormously. If that earlier ending had been filmed it would really have been a tremendous finale.
Lt. Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 03:38 PM
Well, in an earlier draft the London-act was much more elaborate, different and - in my opinion - captivating. What it turned into was probably due to pressure from the studio´s wishes to shrink the budget for that climax enormously. If that earlier ending had been filmed it would really have been a tremendous finale.
Typical studio/channel request: can we have more for less please?
I'd love to read the alternate version - don't suppose you know of any legitimate online source for it?
Lieutenant
Posted 02 June 2016 - 03:41 PM
Well, in an earlier draft the London-act was much more elaborate, different and - in my opinion - captivating. What it turned into was probably due to pressure from the studio´s wishes to shrink the budget for that climax enormously. If that earlier ending had been filmed it would really have been a tremendous finale.
Typical studio/channel request: can we have more for less please?
I'd love to read the alternate version - don't suppose you know of any legitimate online source for it?
I'd be interested to read this too.
Lt. Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 04:38 PM
Any EON/MGM/Sony people based in LA? Tom Hiddleston touched down there the other day.
God, even I'm on the media bandwagon now desperately looking for clues...!
LA is the hub of Hollywood - he could be meeting anyone...
Exactly. One of the stars of the Marvel films arriving in L.A. means very little in this regard.
Though to answer your question - no, Eon are based in London, and they wouldn't fly him out to LA for a meeting as equity is very strict that a production team has to pay for all actors travels apart from initial audition. They're VERY strict on it, which is why so many local actors are used in films (see the entirely British support and extras in Star Wars)
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 04:51 PM
I'm not at all convinced that Craig is even out. All we have are a few sketchy reports and tons and tons of speculation. I'm waiting and seeing. Well, waiting.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 06:13 PM
I'm not at all convinced that Craig is even out. All we have are a few sketchy reports and tons and tons of speculation. I'm waiting and seeing. Well, waiting.
I don't think he's out yet either. I think that, for the moment, he's not exactly sure what he wants to do. A part of him probably doesn't want to let it go, and a large part likely does. Forget the money - he has it, and can get more of it when he wants. A quality script might be what it takes to sway him to stay on. We may not know his decision until a script is done, so it could be a bit of a wait. If Eon is looking at other actors, it's simply so they're prepared to quickly move on if DC decides to move on. Just my tuppence.
Lt. Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 07:42 PM
Online gossip newsletter Popbitch are at it again...
In their previous issue they said that an insider was tipping Aiden Turner, rather than Hiddleston to get the nod. The latest issue says this:
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Paddy Power slashed the odds on
Aidan Turner for the next Bond
yesterday. Hope you got your bet on.
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I can't supply a link yet as; despite this being emailed to me today, the website is still showing previous issue (see my earlier post for that link).
Popbitch often users paddy power as a gauge of the supposed truth, so for all i know it's really just a bit of indirect advertising! Or perhaps the printing of this gossip by Popbitch makes it a self fulfilling prophecy (in that Paddy get so many bets because of Popbitch that this in itself effects the odds). But ya never know!
Lieutenant
Posted 02 June 2016 - 09:19 PM
I have to go with those who want an unknown, lesser-known, or off-the-radar actor for the role, someone who hasn't been associated with other franchises or defined in the eye of the public. None of the well-known actors mentioned in this thread strike me as right for the role. Surely there's an actor out there who's theatrically trained, has acting chops and charisma, and who's only appeared in a few TV shows or films. Connery originally fit that profile, and it's still ideal.
Commander
Posted 02 June 2016 - 11:32 PM
Online gossip newsletter Popbitch are at it again...
In their previous issue they said that an insider was tipping Aiden Turner, rather than Hiddleston to get the nod. The latest issue says this:
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Paddy Power slashed the odds on
Aidan Turner for the next Bond
yesterday. Hope you got your bet on.
------------------------------------I can't supply a link yet as; despite this being emailed to me today, the website is still showing previous issue (see my earlier post for that link).
Popbitch often users paddy power as a gauge of the supposed truth, so for all i know it's really just a bit of indirect advertising! Or perhaps the printing of this gossip by Popbitch makes it a self fulfilling prophecy (in that Paddy get so many bets because of Popbitch that this in itself effects the odds). But ya never know!
Apparently Ladbrokes are saying the same as Paddy Power.
Aidan Turner is the brand new red-hot favourite to become the next 007 with Ladbrokes.
In the last 24 hours an unprecedented gamble has taken place on the Poldark actor replacing Daniel Craig in the British Secret Service, and his odds have crashed into just even money from 4/1. The actor has been especially popular with customers in North London and Essex.
http://www.unreality...uk/showbiz/why/
I don't think it means much, but it's interesting that Pop Bitch are keeping on about this, the clearly think they know something.
Commander
Posted 03 June 2016 - 02:09 AM
Surely there's an actor out there who's theatrically trained, has acting chops and charisma, and who's only appeared in a few TV shows or films. Connery originally fit that profile, and it's still ideal.
Me!!
Apart from the classically trained bit.
