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Exactly.
It could be that he is just discussing everything outside Bond but obviously to drum up interest he needs to cash in on the name.
The very best we are going to get is 'I'm still happy to do another one but they haven't contacted me yet so we'll see' or 'I'm done'.
We certainly aren't going to get any firm news re a release date or that the script is ready or anything like that.
Then again given his producer credit perhaps he will feel at liberty to announce everything?
It just seems an overly extravagant way to announce something like that.
This is why I think a Bond film without Bond in the PTS would be a great idea.
Remember how the PTS to LALD and TMWTGG begin by setting the mood and getting the story off to a strong start without the presence of Bond being a necessary stipulation? What if Bond 25 started with a traditonal cold open, but instead of Bond we're following the villains perform some heinous act. Then, once the awesome PTS ends, the leather door opens and the new Bond strolls forth. Sure, it's not flashy like lowering yourself into a toilet stall, but it would be a punchy way to keep the pace of the film moving.
A common criticism of the Craig era (with the exception of QoS which will give you whiplash) is that the films are slightly too languorous for an action spy franchise. This would be a return to the Brosnan snappy stylish way of doing things. After waiting over 2 decades for a traditional Bond opening, I think people in the cinema would be cheering with delight if this happened. Then, instead of Bond mooching around MI6 for half an hour, he heads straight out on his mission and we already know from the PTS what will await him. What do you think, guys?
Correct me if I'm mistaken, doesn't the PTS to the Dalton BOND 17 treatment carry on without Bond? The PTS takes place in a chemical weapons factory with the Mnister of Defence Nigel Yupland and a bomb squad. If so, it's interesting the concept of a PTS without Bond has actually occurred since the Tom Mankiewicz/Guy Hamilton era. Especially so soon after the Glen films which went out of their way to top each previous PTS.
I personally wouldn't do it to introduce a new Bond if the PTS was as simple as LALD's.
Then again if the sequence were atmospheric or had some intrigue to it, I don't think I'd be against it altogether. Just keep the damn gunbarrel in it's right place with a GOOD rendition of the Bond theme, and after the Craig era, I won't complain too much.
This is exactly what I'm thinking. During the Craig era Bond's own drama is placed above the actual mission, so I thought a PTS where Bond is absent would be a subtle way of indicating to the audience that the threat and danger is back in Bond. I know a lot of people fawn over the CR PTS, but it is quite elaborate and showy, and well, ultimately pointless. The sequence is supposed to show how Bond got his 00 status but straight after it ends he's already tutoring a younger agent, rolling his eyes at rookie mistakes. It just seems moody for the sake of it to me now, and very wasteful. B25 should be comparatively straightforward I feel.
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http://collider.com/sam-mendes-beautiful-ruins/
Interestingly, Mendes will work on the project with Scott Rudin (who we know has a close working relationship with Craig).
Craig's tenure as Bond as been so defined by his work with Mendes. I know Craig's return isn't dependent on Mendes's, but I feel it will play a huge factor. I think if Sam walks, so does Daniel.
I still feel that Steven Soderbergh is the best possible choice for Bond 25. He's written a great piece recently on 60's spy films, with a particular focus on The Ipcress File.
http://extension765.com/sdr/28-wild-about-harry
Also watch the montage he put together at the link.
Also, Hiddleston is BACK in the press again in a big bad way...it's pretty clear that Tommy H thinks 2016 is going to be his big year. In all fairness, to him he is milking it for all it's worth - more power to him. This guy is desperate to get on the A-list.
He's done a big showy spread in Interview magazine where Bond was a hot topic:
He's also recently partnered with Gucci for a campaign. He gives me serious Peter O'Toole vibes. Just a little bit of a beta-male to be Bond.
Yes, and in that case 2018 seems a little ambitious to me.
I don't understand what you mean? Meaning if Mendes returns to direct? Just asking :)
Me too.
If Mendes leaves and Craig leaves, then 2018 is too much to expect. :)
Love Soderbergh, the man's so smart and creative. Loved his piece on OHMSS. And this one on Harry Palmer is just as insightful. I had the pleasure of working directly with him on Kafta, and I found him quite inspiring.
Oh ok ..gotcha ...thanks
I think the only thing we can count on is that the 7th will come after the 6th but just before the 8th. That means nothing in relation to Bond but I fear so will October 7th.
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/it-end-world-christian-group-thinks-7-october-doomsday-1522804
Okay, so he's got the year slightly wrong but nobody's perfect!