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  • Mendes4LyfeMendes4Lyfe The long road ahead
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    dewiparry wrote: »
    We want the freshness, the presence and impact of a new beginning. Bond would go big.

    Bingo!
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
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    mtm wrote: »
    He's got a Jensen Interceptor. Which is the same model the previous screen version of Inspector Lynley drove so I don't know if it's mentioned in the books or something. Although I think he then drove a Bristol in later series so maybe the Jensen in this one is just a nod to the old series.
    One of the continuation novelists gave Bond an Interceptor: I think it was William Boyd in Solo?

    Thanks! It might have been in Solo, yes. I don't think I've actually seen a Jensen Interceptor before, it just happened to catch my eye when watching the trailer (hard not to, obviously!).
  • talos7talos7 New Orleans
    Posts: 8,537
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin
  • mtmmtm United Kingdom
    Posts: 18,686
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    mtm wrote: »
    He's got a Jensen Interceptor. Which is the same model the previous screen version of Inspector Lynley drove so I don't know if it's mentioned in the books or something. Although I think he then drove a Bristol in later series so maybe the Jensen in this one is just a nod to the old series.
    One of the continuation novelists gave Bond an Interceptor: I think it was William Boyd in Solo?

    Thanks! It might have been in Solo, yes. I don't think I've actually seen a Jensen Interceptor before, it just happened to catch my eye when watching the trailer (hard not to, obviously!).

    They are supercool, aren't they? Sort of similar to Aston's DBS / V8 and the AC Frua.
  • TorgeirtrapTorgeirtrap
    Posts: 18,075
    mtm wrote: »
    Torgeirtrap wrote: »
    mtm wrote: »
    He's got a Jensen Interceptor. Which is the same model the previous screen version of Inspector Lynley drove so I don't know if it's mentioned in the books or something. Although I think he then drove a Bristol in later series so maybe the Jensen in this one is just a nod to the old series.
    One of the continuation novelists gave Bond an Interceptor: I think it was William Boyd in Solo?

    Thanks! It might have been in Solo, yes. I don't think I've actually seen a Jensen Interceptor before, it just happened to catch my eye when watching the trailer (hard not to, obviously!).

    They are supercool, aren't they? Sort of similar to Aston's DBS / V8 and the AC Frua.

    Yes, very much so! Did an image search right now, and the Interceptor looks so much fun. Wish cars had designs like these types of cars today…
    talos7 wrote: »
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin

    I would understand any argument against him as Bond, but right now, Theo James would be – by far actually – my favourite choice for the role. I admit of course, that the direction we might be heading with the next Bond movie would suggest an actor with a different kind of standing or personality – in lack of a better way to put it.
  • UnivexUnivex
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    talos7 wrote: »
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin

    I'd sign under this list ;)
  • LucknFateLucknFate 007 In New York
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    Could be a strategic diversion if he's smart, but Holland says he wants to take an acting break after Spiderman in 2027, which is probably when Bond would be filming?

    https://t.co/2MpHHKrrFJ
  • talos7talos7 New Orleans
    Posts: 8,537
    LucknFate wrote: »
    Could be a strategic diversion if he's smart, but Holland says he wants to take an acting break after Spiderman in 2027, which is probably when Bond would be filming?

    https://t.co/2MpHHKrrFJ

    I hope he's a man of his word...
  • UnivexUnivex
    Posts: 6,972
    Univex wrote: »
    talos7 wrote: »
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin

    I'd sign under this list ;)

    Although, must say that the only one in that list that I can see in a Villeneuve film is Callum Turner. And I’m a big Theo James supporter.
  • talos7talos7 New Orleans
    Posts: 8,537
    Univex wrote: »
    Univex wrote: »
    talos7 wrote: »
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin

    I'd sign under this list ;)

    Although, must say that the only one in that list that I can see in a Villeneuve film is Callum Turner. And I’m a big Theo James supporter.

    I understand what you're saying, but I've learned to be cautious about assuming how a director may approach a project or who they may cast in a given role.

    When it comes to Bond, casting will be driven primarily by two things, the script and what Amazon's overall plan is.

    With this in mind, prior to having these two things established, I may have a favorite candidate, someone who I think would be a great Bond; then I read the script and see the screentests. Suddenly one of my "lesser" candidates may leap out as the obvious choice and my favorite may reveal himself to be completely wrong for the role.

    The process will play itself out. I like what I'm seeing so far.
  • UnivexUnivex
    Posts: 6,972
    talos7 wrote: »
    Univex wrote: »
    Univex wrote: »
    talos7 wrote: »
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin

    I'd sign under this list ;)

    Although, must say that the only one in that list that I can see in a Villeneuve film is Callum Turner. And I’m a big Theo James supporter.

    I understand what you're saying, but I've learned to be cautious about assuming how a director may approach a project or who they may cast in a given role.

    When it comes to Bond, casting will be driven primarily by two things, the script and what Amazon's overall plan is.

    With this in mind, prior to having these two things established, I may have a favorite candidate, someone who I think would be a great Bond; then I read the script and see the screentests. Suddenly one of my "lesser" candidates may leap out as the obvious choice and my favorite may reveal himself to be completely wrong for the role.

    The process will play itself out. I like what I'm seeing so far.

    Me too, my friend, me too.
  • Jordo007Jordo007 Merseyside
    Posts: 2,836
    talos7 wrote: »
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin

    I think that's a really strong 5 mate, most of us would be happy with any of them. I'd only say Harris Dickinson is probably more likely than Sam Clafin, in terms of potential screentests in Amazon's eyes, given his age.
  • UnivexUnivex
    Posts: 6,972
    The more I see of Callum Turner, the more I think he’d be the more suitable candidate, age, looks, acting chops, curriculum, voice, the way he handles himself in interviews, popularity amongst different demographics,…
  • zebrafishzebrafish <°)))< in Octopussy's garden in the shade
    edited 12:30pm Posts: 4,457
    4EverBonded wrote: »
    bondywondy wrote: »
    This guy robably fits Amazon's younger Bond description:

    Corey Mylchreest

    British actor. Done tv work for Netflix so not a total unknown with no tv experience. Age 28.

    His latest work:



    He seems to tick some of the obvious boxes.

    Good looking albeit in a soft ish way.
    Decent voice.
    Streaming tv work so not a complete unknown.
    Right age.

    Reminds me of Nicholas Hoult mixed with Tom Cruise in appearance.

    I don't know if he has the acting ability/screen presence for Bond but a name I've never heard of before. May have potential.







    I posted about him earlier, as I think he's a viable candidate for Bond. Yep.
    He really shone as King George III in Netflix's Queen Charlotte.

    I can safely say that
    a) do not waste your time watching My Oxford Year. There is no chemistry between the actors, the script is awful and it does not know what it wants to be: A bit of Emily in Paris, a bit of badly executed tragedy, lots of superficial romance.
    b) Corey Milchreest is beautiful to look at, but currently too boyish for Bond.
  • talos7talos7 New Orleans
    Posts: 8,537
    Jordo007 wrote: »
    talos7 wrote: »
    If at this second I had to choose 5 candidates to screentest they would be , in no particular order,

    1.Theo James
    2. Callum Turner
    3. Leo Suter
    4. Jack Lowden
    5. Sam Claflin

    I think that's a really strong 5 mate, most of us would be happy with any of them. I'd only say Harris Dickinson is probably more likely than Sam Clafin, in terms of potential screentests in Amazon's eyes, given his age.

    With some thought, I agree
  • mtmmtm United Kingdom
    edited 12:51pm Posts: 18,686
    zebrafish wrote: »
    4EverBonded wrote: »
    bondywondy wrote: »
    This guy robably fits Amazon's younger Bond description:

    Corey Mylchreest

    British actor. Done tv work for Netflix so not a total unknown with no tv experience. Age 28.

    His latest work:



    He seems to tick some of the obvious boxes.

    Good looking albeit in a soft ish way.
    Decent voice.
    Streaming tv work so not a complete unknown.
    Right age.

    Reminds me of Nicholas Hoult mixed with Tom Cruise in appearance.

    I don't know if he has the acting ability/screen presence for Bond but a name I've never heard of before. May have potential.







    I posted about him earlier, as I think he's a viable candidate for Bond. Yep.
    He really shone as King George III in Netflix's Queen Charlotte.

    I can safely say that
    a) do not waste your time watching My Oxford Year. There is no chemistry between the actors, the script is awful and it does not know what it wants to be: A bit of Emily in Paris, a bit of badly executed tragedy, lots of superficial romance.
    b) Corey Milchreest is beautiful to look at, but currently too boyish for Bond.

    Good-looking fella, but seems a little flat even just in that trailer. I know it's a bit harsh to judge from just that though, but as you advise, I ain't watching that show! :D

    Just had a look at the The Guardian review and it says he's quite charming and shows promise, so I'll give him the benefit of the doubt. You never know.
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