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I wouldn't be surprised if it's the better part of a decade before we're sitting down in a theatre (?) in front of Bond 26. I'd love to eat my hat on this one, of course.
Me too.
As an example, in what way is Timothy Chamalet suitable? Or Jack O Connell? Both good actors, but one is an odd looking skinny little American and the other is as tall as an Ewok.
Both these actors were touted as Bond candidates. But they can’t really be can they?
But yes, there have been some Bondian suggestions among the many.
A solid BBC TV actor.
I remember someone saying that he looks better on the screen than in photos; this is exactly how I feel about Hugh Jackman. He looks significantly different on screen than
In many photos.
I'm with you on this. It's kind of like suggesting Don Knotts as a great Bond candidate back in the '80's and being serious about it.
My ultimate point is that many names have been put forth ; there are at least a half dozen strong choices even if there not everyone’s personal favorites.
I hear that Hugh Grant is to be cast as Shaft as well.
Yes, that’s fair enough and fair comment.
I’d say he’s definitely worth a screen test.
He's also known to American audiences through Homeland.
Something despite being popular amongst select fans, is something Aidan Turner does not possess.
Although I'm in a minority, I think Chris Hemsworth could play the part. More likely in a lighter way. But he has the looks, can do action and even act. An unlikely choice, but one I'd like to see screentest.
As a good all-round contender, I think Hoult is a safe bet. Looks, height, age, acting ability, well known without being a mega star. Placing him in the highly possible to get a screen test when casting begins I'd say.
I like Hemsworth. But his faux English accent is a tad pantomime IMO. Personally, I’ve no desire to see another Auzzie Bond.
He has masses of likability and charisma. And is popular with audiences.
Hemsworth is actually high on my list. He’s got charisma and charm to spare and can obviously handle the physical stuff.
His film , “ Extraction “ was a lot of fun.
If they want to go with a lighter tone that still features an actor’s physicality, he would not be a bad choice. Based on charisma alone he’s worthy of a screentest; that is a quality that can’t be coached or acquired.
As far as judging him on being Australian, each actor has to be judged on their own merits. Some people like Lazenby, some don’t. I personally like him, although I am aware of his shortcomings; had he stayed on, he would have matured nicely into the tale.
Then there’s the missed opportunity of an actor who could have brought the charm of Moore with the hard edge brutal physicality of Craig, Hugh Jackman.
With that said, I’m not British , a pitch perfect accent is not very important to me , but I can completely understand someone having it as a priority. I live in New Orleans, over the the years there have been countless, horrid attempts by actors to do a New Orleans accent, with Dennis Quaid in “The Big Easy” being the worst offender. So I get it.
Lol, well we know we have drastically different tastes. I believe the one actor where we have common ground is Sam Claflin.
Judging by stories of the casting a new Bond for CR, the same dynamic seemed to exist in the EON braintrust, with Barbara having the final say.
But I'm sure you must understand where I come from. I like an actor to properly become the character of James Bond, rather than just be a big name who's gonna wear a tuxedo and do some action sequences.
I understand that , but also see Hemsworth as someone who can do what you’re say.
In my minds I can envision him walking into Moneypenny’s office and engaging in flirtatious banter; later, confidently striding through a luxurious casino, and eventually battling a formidable foe.
And I can appreciate that...
Yes. He’s got charisma and star quality certainly. He almost needs to slim down too....he’s in too good a shape!
BTW, guy's got brilliant comedic timing and range.
Hemsworth drops significant weight when not in “Thor” mode. He’s lean and athletic, not bulky at all.
I can understand that, although I guess that was what it was like when Roger became Bond. He was already pretty famous around the world for the Saint and the Persuaders and he basically played it the same as those two with the main difference being his haircut: he was Roger Moore in a James Bond film more than he was really James Bond. And that worked for me! :)
...but now as someone who loves and understands the franchise more, and loves to see these actors really become the character, and certainly has more awareness of other actors like Hemsworth, Elba, and Cavill; to cast someone who would probably just be themselves, and would just be similar to other parts they've played, bar maybe an accent, is just not very appealing to me.
Also, do we really need another franchise with Hemsworth? Marvel, MIB, and now he'll be appearing in the Mad Max prequel with Anya Taylor-Joy.