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From the below article:
"I wouldn’t have picked Chris Hemsworth as Marvel's breakout comedy star when he was first cast as Thor, God of Thunder, but he turned out to be one of the best things about this never-ending mega-franchise. He’s tall, brawny and impossibly handsome, but there’s a self-mocking twinkle in his eye. When Thor is in gung-ho jock mode, Hemsworth’s wry machismo evokes the young Sean Connery as James Bond, raising an eyebrow at the corniness around him. "
https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/thor-ragnarok-2017
He did look familiar. Can't say I've seen him in anything but Ultimatum.
Did he have a big role in that one?
Sadly he mostly appears in DTV movies. However, the film adaptation of the British comic book, Accident Man, might get a theatrical release, where Adkins stars as the titular character.
He looks more suited to a slimy Alex Dimetrios type role. A sort of lower mid level villain, not tough enough to be top dog, but devious enough to have climbed a few rungs up the ladder.
Having said that, you needn't worry though because I think he's built up a decent enough career trajectory that Bond will most likely hamper due to time commitments. As I said earlier, I'd much rather see him in other roles where he can flex his acting muscles. The same goes for Fassbender.
But is he really all that good an actor? I'm not so sure. Also, his movies haven't been very successful bar Thor.
Having said that, neither was Laz. We've got the best actor to play the part in the role right now, but is he the best Bond? That's the point. Ultimately Bond is very much about persona projection, attitude, style and overall demeanour. The incumbent has acknowledged that himself, during one of his interviews when he was in one of his moods.
Hemsworth could work if they go in a certain direction, but not if they go in another.
Agree. Have seen this in a couple of other films/trailers as well.
While there are things people are concerned about regarding Hiddleston, sometimes I feel the remarks are rather unfair. Hiddleston, despite not being much of an "alpha male", has the edge and particularly the death stare. He can be charming and can also be very deadly and lethal when provoked. He gets my vote for Bond. Hemsworth is too much of a practitioner of dudeism. Much like Chris Evans. He doesn't have that Bond image for me. Hiddleston, however, does.
I agree with this...we've had enough of the 'brutish Bond' now,it's time to go back to the suave,thinking,spying Bond,which does fit Hiddleston's profile.
That in combination with his acting skills makes him the right man for the job. I'm ambivalent though because I really like seeing him do other things.
This is what makes him an intriguing possibility; for some Craig is too "brutish", a brawler who struggles with the lighter side of the character. Brosnan, on the other hand was at ease with the lighter charming side of Bond but struggled to be convincing in the physical side of the role. Hemsworth can strike a balance.
As far as Hiddleson, it boils down to personal preference and, while I can't quite put my finger on it, there's just something not right about him for Bond; in turn some would say the same for Hemsworth.
What's interesting is that prior to being cast as Loki, Hiddleston first auditioned for the role of Thor. Once again the two could be vying for the same part.
http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/james-bond-hemsworth-chris-hemsworth-mulls-possible-shot-at-bond-role/news-story/3ca27d249449d4be1b85dff9ce6ced48
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-3699572/Chris-Hemsworth-says-gladly-replace-Daniel-Craig-007-James-Bond-Movie.html
https://en.mediamass.net/people/chris-hemsworth/james-bond.html
http://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/705328/James-Bond-007-Chris-Hemsworth-Daniel-Craig-Tom-Hiddleston-Bobby-Holland-Hanton
I will have a quick read of those now before I leave work to go home.
EDIT : Upon reading these articles this grabbed my attention from the Daily Express :
Clive Owen
Another loser in the 2005 race, Owen had been the clear frontrunner.
But the problem was he wanted gross profit points in every Bond film he appeared in.
Eon wasn’t willing to compromise meaning Craig ended up with the part.
Anyone know if this was true ?
+1.
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Well, I don't know. He has a few drama roles too, which possibly gives something that's closer to a Craig than a Brosnan acting-wise. But I agree a lighter portrayal is more suitable, perhaps.
Regarding Hiddleston, he sure has the acting ability and screen presence. Among few clear candidates he's one of the better, and possibly one that might attract the regular moviegoers based on name alone.
Not to mention a really good (and real/ genuine) English accent and tone to his voice.