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Time to start taking him very seriously then.
The producer of Poldark spilled the beans that Turner supposedly was having this meeting, which brings her and her show great attention (at an award ceremony no less). And why was the meeting in LA considering where Michael, Gregg, Barbara and EoN reside?
Why go to LA when the players are London-based?
Plus Newsweek took the Sun as the source, so, there's that to. Unless, of course, the Sun is now a serious place to get news.
Over the years we have found out the names of dozens of actors who have spoken to Eon, so it would be a big surprise if Aidan Turner doesn't get to at least chat with Eon.
https://www.mirror.co.uk/film/next-james-bond-could-former-13869025
This likely has something to do with the latest series of American Gods screening soon. The first series got great reviews and seemingly cemented him as a star on the rise in Hollywood. I can only imagine major Hollywood franchises are eyeing him up.
Though his credentials a little spotty for British audiences. He is a former soap actor turned Strictly Come Dancing contestant. He’s got a fairly dodgy CV – but he’s turning his fortunes around.
Plus, for those who think that Idris is too ‘street’ for Bond, Whittle looks suave and urbane. Could he change minds? I’d take him over Cavill any day.
He would have to grow his hair and have a shave. But I can see it. Currently he looks more like an overpayed footballer. But he could have something.
Not caucasian, so no chance.
If you want a black Bond, at least aim higher. Someone who has that sophisticated posh charm like Colin Salmon.
When I look at this man, I do see a perfectly moulded 00-agent I can respect and trust. One who's very possible to walk into a casino, take his cigarette case out and flip the lighter cap open and light his Morlands cigarette while looking cool. A man of stature.
Putting the names of random black actors just because they're British won't instantly make them instantly plausible candidates.
Otherwise... where's my Jason Statham-starred Bond film?
Who makes all this crap up ?!
Some people have too much time on their hands.
Hear hear !!
Must’ve missed that. Cheeky.
Where among all those pages, does it specifically state that Bond has a beard and a high fade?
All in jest, dear Peter :)
Make them three!
https://wegotthiscovered.com/movies/jack-oconnell-still-top-choice-replace-ben-affleck-batman/
I understand some people's misgivings about him - he hasn't played any suave leading men before. But this guy has something. It's really hard to define, but he's a really special performer who is destined to become regarded as one of the best actors working. Any franchise would be lucky to have him...
I just hope that Eon move quickly to hire him before the Batman people do!
Once you play one iconic role, it pretty much rules you out for Bond - especially if you're the incumbent actor.
Though many here do think that Superman himself - Henry Cavill should play the role - I mean, he certainly looks like Bond. I just find him less exciting and intriguing a choice as someone a little more left-field like O'Connell.
That's rather unfortunate imho. My expectations for Batman don't include O'Connell. Wayne comes from money and should look it. The more I think about it, Wayne may be a more difficult role to cast than Bond going forward. I honestly can't think of anyone out there who can do it at the moment, whereas many of the Bond hopefuls will be ok by me.
I agree that he is an excellent actor and has something. However, he also has certain shortcomings (pun intended) and comes across as ordinary onscreen, even if intense. I would prefer someone a bit more refined, but still with a lethal quality.
That's how I felt about Bale in 2005. Shame, although he was magnificent under Nolan and I'm glad we had him in that role.
I agree. The more famous one is for another iconic role, the less likely one is to get Bond, especially when such role is current. Having said that, who knows how things might change going forward. They may go for a more famous face, to minimize business risks.
I think O´Connell is an above-average Young Actor, but can´t they find him some more original roles that fit his physique better? No matter how good an Actor he might be, Batman is even more obviously physically tall than James Bond.
It´s a shame that Hollywood is so afraid of original material These days that they waste the best Talent.
Another Bond audition, then?
And a young Sam Elliot. Now that's range!!
Incredible!
Actually that trailer does make me leans towards Aidan Turner. He looks extremely classic there.
See? And would a baby face serve as a young Sam Elliot? Of course not. Guy's rugged.