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Looks like i have to get my hands on Beast of no Nation.
Sorry, just found out as well. Interesting choice. And a Bond film in February, no less... That's...new. All of it.
I never finished Beasts of No Nation - found it a bit hard going. Since it starred Idris Elba, can we expect Fukunaga's appointment to restart speculation around who will be the next Bond...?
Anyway, I'm glad they've got a director. He seems like a sound choice. Could his Japanese ancestry point towards some East Asia YOLT-esque locations...?
Most of all I'm happy they've finally broken the ridiculous rule about not hiring American directors. If this becomes the norm, rather than an exception, it could contribute to a significant general improvement in the quality of the Bond films. Think of all the directing talent that suddenly becomes potentially available to EON.
February-March probably.
Yes, Cary is a good writer. I think this is a brave (but not too risky at all) choice. He is smart, innovative, and very talented.
I don’t think that policy has been in place for some time, if it ever really was. It was always a case of the director’s sensibilities and Cary’s style is quite European. I always understood the ‘non-American policy’ as them making it known they wouldn’t be entertaining the Michael Bays and Brett Ratners of this world - brash film makers. Cary’s work is much more refined than that.
Funny Jane Eyre stared Michal Fassbender, and Beasts of no Nation starred Idris Elba. Bond contenders - or more like rumoured. Small world, I'd say.
And he'll be a gift to the writing table, that's for sure. It'll be like Jonathan Franzen working with Dan Brown on a novella... Sorry P&W, I had to do it ;)
Good choice, EON, never doubted you guys.
Definitely an admirer of Fukunaga's work and yes I'd be more than glad with him as director. The guy can direct!
I am over the moon with this choice. Hats off to Barbara and Michael and most likely Craig. Today is going to be a great day.
It's only by a few moths.
This the announcement I’ve been waiting for. Not just as I’ve been frustrated without news, Fukunga is one of my favourite directors.
Danny Boyle was always an exciting and interesting choice. But his style is somewhat dated and stale. However, Fukunga is a name I’ve been throwing around for years. He’s 100% the most creative, bold and interesting choice.
He’s pure art-house and someone who is known for deconstructive and edgy cinema.
I had a feeling that Fukunga was going to get it after his Netflix show ‘Maniac’ had a premiere on London’s Southbank. A stone’s throw from the Eon’s offices. I even suggested it a while back in the director’s thread. Check out my post below from 13 September 2019.
Cary Joji Fukunga’s appointment is the most excited I’ve ever been for a Bond director.
This also means we won't have a Bond movie for the 60th anniversary.
Fixed.
It’s only 4 months, it’ll fly by. You’ve managed to get through this power sappingly turgid thread for 3 years, it’ll be a breeze.
Also, I highly doubt we were ever going to get a Bond film in 2022.
Likewise, Spottiswoode was Canadian and Forster Swiss.
Not that it matters, but according to Wikipedia, Fukunaga has lived in France, Japan, Mexico City, and London, and is fluent in French and Spanish. Might have given him a bit of European influence if anything.
The delay isn't too long. I'd rather have a delay than a rushed production schedule.
:)
Exactly.
I did hope it wasn't but this can only good for the film, I can't be sure but his form as a writer could suggest he'll punch the script up some. Feel Bond 25 is now in a great place going forward.
Though I was waiting for an official confirmation.
Thanks for reminding me of that tracking shot in True Detectives. I was trying to think what his action credentials were and that shot is amazing. Sort of comes out of nowhere and just blows you away - awesome.
I hope he has time to stamp his mark on this film and is not lumbered with too much stale baggage. Would be nice if he brought the True Detectives writer on board... I cannot see him being happy with a Purvis and Wade screenplay.
So in his previous 2 English language feature films the leads were played by Idris Elba and Michael Fassbender. Coincidence...?
You're right, I shouldn't complain and just have a little more patience. 4 months will fly by in comparison indeed, and it could have been worse of course.