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[Leon]

I couldn't find a topic about this, but I am very pleased to hear this and really hope they gladly offer him another film. Skyfall was particularly good and ended with an awesome teaser of a traditional SIS offices based off the original Ms office layout. Keep the style and continuity at least this once, especially as Skyfall has blown the box office records, how can they say no?

http://www.guardian....all-sequel-bond

Yes, Sam, PLEASE do another. And hip hip hooray, no more Purvis & Wadehead!

John Logan though.. eh, not a fan of his work, and let's face it, Skyfall was written by many people - Daniel Craig and Sam Mendes included worked heavily on it. I do hope Logan has been thoroughly reading all his Fleming and studying the classic Bond films. Some writers don't bother, and that can work for some things, but I feel it's very important for Bond. Craig knows this and we can clearly see it paying off in his rich performance.

[Hockey Mask]

Sam Mendes: "But I feel like I've put everything I want to do with a Bond movie into this Bond movie. I would have to feel the same again to do another one. So, it would take a lot of thought money to try and make it as special to me as this. I'm knackered, but I've loved it."

[seawolfnyy]

Sam Mendes: "But I feel like I've put everything I want to do with a Bond movie into this Bond movie. I would have to feel the same again to do another one. So, it would take a lot of thought money to try and make it as special to me as this. I'm knackered, but I've loved it."

Yep, that's what I got out of it.

[Leon]

""I think the choice is in the audience's hands. If people love the movie and they want to see another one from the same people who brought you Skyfall, then that would mean a lot to me. I would feel like, 'Well, actually there are people who really want to see it'."

 

I think he's perfectly capable of pulling off another cracker. If enough people cheer him on to do it he'll feel plenty inspired.

[thecasinoroyale]

Well going on from what he did in 'Skyfall', I can't exactly say I'll be against Sam Mendes returning! I like the thought of a director staying on for more than 1, allowing them to stamp the films with their own style, and using a lot of the same crew/cast for similar results, like the older Bond films had.

 

It would feel more like the Bond-family returning for another outing, rather than fresh meat.

[Odd Jobbies]

He'll probably follow the Campbell pattern; stay away for one or two before feeling the urge to have another go at it.

 

Doubtless he's now desperate to do something totally removed from Bond and since Eon want B24 in 2014 (and i think that momentum is a priority as the great Craig isn't getting any younger), then i don't see Mendes managing to get a non-Bond movie done before going into pre-prodction on B24 later this year in order to meet the 2014 release date.

Edited by Odd Jobbies, 02 January 2013 - 11:11 AM.

[When In Egypt]

One of my best friends works in the UK film industry, and when I saw him over Christmas he told me what he knows about the new James Bond film(s).  

 

They are making two films back to back to make the most of Daniel Craig's looks before he starts to age too visibly.  Beyond this, he may still make one more depending on how it goes.  

 

These two films start shooting summer 2013, and will be released autumn 2014 and autumn 2016.

 

My friend told me that as it stands right now, Sam Mendes is directing.

 

For the record, my friend isn't actually working on these Bond films but is trying to get himself signed up.  He and his friends throughout the industry keep each other informed about what's going on and who is working on what, so in other words he is a reliable source of information.  He does, however, acknowledge that all of the above information could change.

 

Make of that what you will, Bond chums!

[thecasinoroyale]

Well that certainly sounds exciting, and a brave move for Bond filming two back-to-back. If it's anything like the production for 'Skyfall', Craig is going to have his work cut out - could he be up to the job of 2 at once?

 

I hope to hear about this, if it's confirmed by EON of course.

 

Thanks for the nuggets of info - debate fodder for sure...!

[Hockey Mask]

One of my best friends works in the UK film industry, and when I saw him over Christmas he told me what he knows about the new James Bond film(s).  

 

They are making two films back to back to make the most of Daniel Craig's looks before he starts to age too visibly.  Beyond this, he may still make one more depending on how it goes.  

 

These two films start shooting summer 2013, and will be released autumn 2014 and autumn 2016.

 

My friend told me that as it stands right now, Sam Mendes is directing.

 

For the record, my friend isn't actually working on these Bond films but is trying to get himself signed up.  He and his friends throughout the industry keep each other informed about what's going on and who is working on what, so in other words he is a reliable source of information.  He does, however, acknowledge that all of the above information could change.

 

Make of that what you will, Bond chums!

I hope all that is true but have my doubts as it has all been rumored and shot down before.  I don't see them waiting until 2016 for the second movie of a back-to-back project that begins shooting in 2013. 

 

If there were ever a chance of a back-to-back shoot happening it would be to capitalize on a great director, a great Bond, a great supporting cast and a billion dollar predecessor.

[Odd Jobbies]

One of my best friends works in the UK film industry, and when I saw him over Christmas he told me what he knows about the new James Bond film(s).  

 

They are making two films back to back to make the most of Daniel Craig's looks before he starts to age too visibly.  Beyond this, he may still make one more depending on how it goes.  

 

These two films start shooting summer 2013, and will be released autumn 2014 and autumn 2016.

 

My friend told me that as it stands right now, Sam Mendes is directing.

 

For the record, my friend isn't actually working on these Bond films but is trying to get himself signed up.  He and his friends throughout the industry keep each other informed about what's going on and who is working on what, so in other words he is a reliable source of information.  He does, however, acknowledge that all of the above information could change.

 

Make of that what you will, Bond chums!

 

Would make absolute sense. The only obstacle is whether a man in his mid forties can handle 2 at once. Craig is obviously fit, but it's a notoriously hard shoot, as Bond is in almost every scene, unlike many of the other franchises that shoot back to back which are more of an ensemble (Matrix, LOTR).

 

If this is indeed the case then Mendes would be the wise choice. If not him, then a big reliable name; they wouldn't want to take a chance with 2 movies - if the first bombs the second is scr*wed before it's even seen.

 

Eon would prefer the tried and tested route, which means Martin Campbell - and maybe a double hit could tempt him back.

 

So I'm guessing they'd want Mendes, or Campbell, or Nolan in that order for a back-to-back shoot, or it's not happening (Mathew Vaughn may have trumped Nolan post Dark Knight Rises, but he's going to be tied up on episode VII of Star Wars).

 

I'll keep an eye on those 3 names and if they're schedule become otherwise full, then it's not a back-to-back shoot. Here's hoping it is, though

[tdalton]

They've pretty much already stated that they're not doing two films back to back.  Craig isn't on board for it, as he's already stated, and given how much Mendes talks about being exhausted at the end of the making of Skyfall, I don't see him signing up for two films.  The pricetag to get him back for just one film is going to be staggering as it is.

 

I will say that, as much as I dislike the idea of them making two films back to back, if it means that the chances of a new director coming on board increase, then I'd be open to the idea.  

[seawolfnyy]

I'd like to have Sam back for at least Bond 24 and even Bond 25 if they can pull it off. However, I am totally 100% against the idea of filming back to back. It never works out well and I would much rather them focus all of their effort on making Bond 24 excellent and then move on to 25.

[FOX MULDER]

They are making two films back to back to make the most of Daniel Craig's looks before he starts to age too visibly.  Beyond this, he may still make one more depending on how it goes.  

 

These two films start shooting summer 2013, and will be released autumn 2014 and autumn 2016.

 

My friend told me that as it stands right now, Sam Mendes is directing.

 

All sounds plausible, even more so given the success of SF. Strike while the iron is hot.

 

Shooting back to back sounds good to me. Worked for Lord of the Rings. But surely that means it's going to be a two-parter? Maybe they are going down the Blofeld route after all...

[supernova]

I've always been a big Daniel Craig supporter in the role of Bond, BUT truth be told he is not aging well face wise. Huge difference between him in Casino Royale and Skyfall - and not that many years between the two. Have heard the rumour about back-to-back filming for Bond 24 and 25, many times -- I suppose if Peter Jackson could do it successfully with a huge blockbuster like Lord of the Rings, can see no reason why it can't happen with 007.

[level007]

I love Graig but i don't understand his Haircut in the Bond films.

it's too short.

 

Look at him in the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, which was shot one year before and he looks a lot less older than in Skyfall.

[SecretAgentFan]

One of my best friends works in the UK film industry, and when I saw him over Christmas he told me what he knows about the new James Bond film(s).  

 

They are making two films back to back to make the most of Daniel Craig's looks before he starts to age too visibly.  Beyond this, he may still make one more depending on how it goes.  

 

These two films start shooting summer 2013, and will be released autumn 2014 and autumn 2016.

 

My friend told me that as it stands right now, Sam Mendes is directing.

 

For the record, my friend isn't actually working on these Bond films but is trying to get himself signed up.  He and his friends throughout the industry keep each other informed about what's going on and who is working on what, so in other words he is a reliable source of information.  He does, however, acknowledge that all of the above information could change.

 

Make of that what you will, Bond chums!

 

My friend, your friend is leading you on.

 

Nothing to see here, people. Except the rehashing of old rumors based on nothing that one could not suspect anyway.

 

Sam Mendes might return or not? Yes.

 

Bond 24 + 25 might be shot back to back? Craig already spoke out against it. This rumor comes from the other rumor that John Logan has pitched Bond 24 and 25 when in fact he only has been hired to write Bond 24.

 

Daniel Craig getting craggy-faced? Wow, surprise, surprise: people look older when they get older. But to state that EON wants to use Craig as long as he´s looking young enough is an insult to this actor´s appeal and abilities. This is not about a teeny bopper having to look like 13 because otherwise his girlie-fans consider him a zombie. This is about a fantastic actor, being accepted as one of the best Bonds. And he has not even reached the age of 50. So - back off, guys.

Edited by SecretAgentFan, 03 January 2013 - 12:59 PM.

[TGO]

One of my best friends works in the UK film industry, and when I saw him over Christmas he told me what he knows about the new James Bond film(s).  

 

They are making two films back to back to make the most of Daniel Craig's looks before he starts to age too visibly.  Beyond this, he may still make one more depending on how it goes.  

 

These two films start shooting summer 2013, and will be released autumn 2014 and autumn 2016.

 

My friend told me that as it stands right now, Sam Mendes is directing.

 

For the record, my friend isn't actually working on these Bond films but is trying to get himself signed up.  He and his friends throughout the industry keep each other informed about what's going on and who is working on what, so in other words he is a reliable source of information.  He does, however, acknowledge that all of the above information could change.

 

Make of that what you will, Bond chums!

I've heard this rumor before, but the director attached was Chris Nolan. They said that he had a 2 movie ark, but you know...rumors. I would be slightly more excited to see that combo.

[When In Egypt]

 

One of my best friends works in the UK film industry, and when I saw him over Christmas he told me what he knows about the new James Bond film(s).  

 

They are making two films back to back to make the most of Daniel Craig's looks before he starts to age too visibly.  Beyond this, he may still make one more depending on how it goes.  

 

These two films start shooting summer 2013, and will be released autumn 2014 and autumn 2016.

 

My friend told me that as it stands right now, Sam Mendes is directing.

 

For the record, my friend isn't actually working on these Bond films but is trying to get himself signed up.  He and his friends throughout the industry keep each other informed about what's going on and who is working on what, so in other words he is a reliable source of information.  He does, however, acknowledge that all of the above information could change.

 

Make of that what you will, Bond chums!

 

My friend, your friend is leading you on.

 

Nothing to see here, people. Except the rehashing of old rumors based on nothing that one could not suspect anyway.

 

Sam Mendes might return or not? Yes.

 

Bond 24 + 25 might be shot back to back? Craig already spoke out against it. This rumor comes from the other rumor that John Logan has pitched Bond 24 and 25 when in fact he only has been hired to write Bond 24.

 

Daniel Craig getting craggy-faced? Wow, surprise, surprise: people look older when they get older. But to state that EON wants to use Craig as long as he´s looking young enough is an insult to this actor´s appeal and abilities. This is not about a teeny bopper having to look like 13 because otherwise his girlie-fans consider him a zombie. This is about a fantastic actor, being accepted as one of the best Bonds. And he has not even reached the age of 50. So - back off, guys.

 

Well, he's coming up to 45, and if they shoot his fourth and fifth Bond every two years he'll be knocking 50.  I for one certainly don't want to see another 50 year old actor in the Bond role, especially since he's supposed to be aged around the 35-40 year old range.

 

Anyway, I don't think it's an insult to his abilities, it's just being realistic.  Back To The Future Parts II and III were shot back to back precisely to capture Fox's still youthful looks before it was too late.  Granted, he was playing a 17 year old while Fox himself was heading for 30, but the principle is the same.

 

Anyway, I was only passing on what I heard.  Nothing to get upset about.

[supernova]

Craggy face, craggy face. I am not talking about craggy face. I am talking about an actor who is not aging well. Take for example Tom Cruise who is 50 YEARS OLD. But looks fabulous. Recently read that as well as extending his role in the Mission Impossible franchise, talks are ongoing to develop the Reacher franchise as his vehicle. So here we are a fifty year old actor possibly at the beginning of a new action franchise. I have nothing against a 50 year old in an action movie, as long as the actor looks GOOD. Cruise looks wonderful, but Craig (as much as I like him) is beginning to look beat up -- not in a positive way!

[SecretAgentFan]

Well, I disagree. And judging from the box office appeal of SKYFALL, lots of people thankfully do not care whether a man in his mid-40´s can still look ten years younger.

 

What is it with this obsession with looking young as a sign for being interesting?

[Bucky]

Well, I disagree. And judging from the box office appeal of SKYFALL, lots of people thankfully do not care whether a man in his mid-40´s can still look ten years younger.

 

What is it with this obsession with looking young as a sign for being interesting?

 

As long as Craig continues to stay in good shape so that it remains believable there will be no complaints from me. I do not mind having the character age, it happens to even the best of us.

[Odd Jobbies]

Daniel Craig getting craggy-faced? Wow, surprise, surprise: people look older when they get older. But to state that EON wants to use Craig as long as he´s looking young enough is an insult to this actor´s appeal and abilities. This is not about a teeny bopper having to look like 13 because otherwise his girlie-fans consider him a zombie. This is about a fantastic actor, being accepted as one of the best Bonds. And he has not even reached the age of 50. So - back off, guys.

 

 

Personally i'm 100% with you. I was rooting for Craig's Bond years before he even got the role (after seeing him in Love is The Devil in '98).

 

However, we have to acknowledge that the film business is a mercurial and ruthless one - look at the slightly ignominious way in which Brosnan was dumped, or, according to legend, the way Brolin was hired then dumped the night before shooting commenced because Moore had excepted Cubby's offer).

 

I don't doubt that the moment Eon, MGM, or Sony suspect Craig's box office might be improved by a younger actor more favourable to their treasured adolescent / twenty-something audience all the pious Flemingesque efforts will go the way of Brosnan.

 

That will be a sad day for me as i believe Craig could stay until his early 50s, so long as the stories don't try to cover up his age. But i fear they've now played that ageing Craig card prematurely with Skyfall's subtext about Old Dogs. I don't see how they can go there again.

Edited by Odd Jobbies, 03 January 2013 - 04:18 PM.

[supernova]

Well, I disagree. And judging from the box office appeal of SKYFALL, lots of people thankfully do not care whether a man in his mid-40´s can still look ten years younger.

 

What is it with this obsession with looking young as a sign for being interesting?

 

My post was not about Daniel Craig in Skyfall -- the subject is about making the next two Bond films (24 and 25) back-to-back in order that Craig can be at his best. And in this way maybe even squeeze in one more (Bond 26) before they retire him. I am a BIG fan of Daniel Craig and hope that it works out. But I did notice that his eye lids were very closed up in Skyfall -- so it might work now -- but how is he going to age in the next five years? Hmmmm . . .

[Stavro]

Will Bond 24 be a true sequel, or is that just The Guardian's way of saying 'another Bond film'?

[tdalton]

Bond 24 is almost sure not to be a true sequel.  With EON basically carrying on as if Quantum of Solace never happened, I doubt that they would go back and do another true sequel after one of the complaints lodged against QOS was that it was a sequel.

[SecretAgentFan]

 

Well, I disagree. And judging from the box office appeal of SKYFALL, lots of people thankfully do not care whether a man in his mid-40´s can still look ten years younger.

 

What is it with this obsession with looking young as a sign for being interesting?

 

My post was not about Daniel Craig in Skyfall -- the subject is about making the next two Bond films (24 and 25) back-to-back in order that Craig can be at his best. And in this way maybe even squeeze in one more (Bond 26) before they retire him. I am a BIG fan of Daniel Craig and hope that it works out. But I did notice that his eye lids were very closed up in Skyfall -- so it might work now -- but how is he going to age in the next five years? Hmmmm . . .

 

 

 

His eye lids were very closed up in "Skyfall"?

 

Sorry, but - what are you talking about? Do you fear that he cannot see anymore in the future because his features begin to sag?

 

Hey, if that were to happen, the Q branch will certainly come up with some cosmetic help...

[FlemingBond]

doing two back-to-back would be a good idea. even if it took three years until the next one came out to get the scripts perfect.

[Odd Jobbies]

Bond 24 is almost sure not to be a true sequel.  With EON basically carrying on as if Quantum of Solace never happened, I doubt that they would go back and do another true sequel after one of the complaints lodged against QOS was that it was a sequel.

 

Too right, there was nothing left at the end of SF to sequalize!  What it did was bring the reboot full-circle back to the original format - it pretty successfully reinvented the wheel.

 

But whether B25 will be a sequel to B24 is another story altogether. Perhaps QoS didn't go down that well, but we all know that was due to a writers' strike and a director cutting his teeth on action scenes. With a good script that covers the arch of both films and a reliable director such as Mendes, Campbell or Nolan at the helm there's not a good reason why a 2 movie story shouldn't be attempted. Shooting back to back is not a pre-requisit but is an attractive prospect. If it's not done it'll be because of schedules and stamina, not because it's a bad idea.

[Shrublands]

Mendes could well have been in the middle of contract negotiations and talking to the press about Skyfall at the same time. Naturally they're going to ask about him doing another Bond and it would be negotiation idiocy to tell some hack that he's very keen to do another. Playing it cool is very much part of forming the best contract, but not ever saying he's just not interested either. To me, everything he has said smacks of a man going through that process.

[supernova]

 

 

Well, I disagree. And judging from the box office appeal of SKYFALL, lots of people thankfully do not care whether a man in his mid-40´s can still look ten years younger.

 

What is it with this obsession with looking young as a sign for being interesting?

 

My post was not about Daniel Craig in Skyfall -- the subject is about making the next two Bond films (24 and 25) back-to-back in order that Craig can be at his best. And in this way maybe even squeeze in one more (Bond 26) before they retire him. I am a BIG fan of Daniel Craig and hope that it works out. But I did notice that his eye lids were very closed up in Skyfall -- so it might work now -- but how is he going to age in the next five years? Hmmmm . . .

 

 

 

His eye lids were very closed up in "Skyfall"?

 

Sorry, but - what are you talking about? Do you fear that he cannot see anymore in the future because his features begin to sag?

 

Hey, if that were to happen, the Q branch will certainly come up with some cosmetic help...

 

 

I am talking about how his right eye is progressively closing up as he is getting older. Check out link for example.

 

http://gadgets.ndtv....o-surfer-291075