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  • suavejmfsuavejmf Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England
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    jake24 wrote: »
    TheWizardOfIce wrote: »
    Sas wrote: »
    Hiddleston in a Jaguar



    Pretty happy with that to be fair.

    Although he seems a tad scrawny. A bit to much Brozza in GE. That said I never got the impression Fleming's Bond was buff like Dan in CR but I'd like there to be a bit more meat on him so when he hits someone they stay hit. But this is a minor concern, The rest seems there.

    I wonder are we getting a tad ahead of ourselves here though? Its still far from an official announcement.
    The scrawny thing shouldn't be a problem. Craig transformed his body for CR. Being Bond requires a hefty amount of devotion.

    He's not scrawny at all. The Night Manager proves that.
  • suavejmfsuavejmf Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England
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    Thunderpussy wrote: »
    I think he will make a perfect Bond. =D>

    Yep.
  • ClarkDevlinClarkDevlin Martinis, Girls and Guns
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    I don't find myself thrilled at all. I have to say, it's been a long time since I was excited for a Bond film, and being young with not enough experience with the internet, I was 'meh' with Craig... I loved Casino Royale and all... But, since Skyfall I am not feeling the enthusiasm in me, and right now, I do view the recent films like any other film. Neither Hiddleston nor Turner, or any of the choices excite me at all. So, I will just see them when they come out and save my judgment for later.
  • Shilliam_WatnerShilliam_Watner
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    Huddleston to me has a long face and just doesn't look like a Bond.
  • Shilliam_WatnerShilliam_Watner
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    Shilliam_Watner wrote: »
    Huddleston to me has a long face and just doesn't look like a Bond.
    Meant Hiddleston.

  • doubleoegodoubleoego #LightWork
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    People said worse things about Craig and now people are crying for him not to leave.
  • bondjamesbondjames You were expecting someone else?
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    Just give me someone new and I'll be happy at this point. I'd like a fresh start. A clean slate, with a little more humour thrown in, and a return to quality action. Something more like QoS, but with a much better supporting cast & dialogue, less shaky cam, and less angst.
  • doubleoegodoubleoego #LightWork
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    bondjames wrote: »
    Just give me someone new and I'll be happy at this point. I'd like a fresh start. A clean slate, with a little more humour thrown in, and a return to quality action. Something more like QoS, but with a much better supporting cast & dialogue, less shaky cam, and less angst.

    This very much. Although, I quite liked the supporting cast of QoS, they cast solid actors, convincing in their respective roles without any stunt casting or Oscar bait talent.

    I also agree that the dialogue and script need major improvements and the camera needs to be more steady and for the love of all that is holy, lets get some more wide shots.

  • misschristinamisschristina
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    Well, hi again. As I see Hiddleston’s party has prevailed over all others since I was here last time, and the same few people shut up the supporters of Turner, and it’s allowed here to praise only Hiddlse not Turner.

    But I’d like to draw your attention to one detail: as you can see from the recent activity of Hiddlseton he climbs out of his skin to get this role by photographing “accidentally” with one of the most odious figure of show-business, photographing in his pants only (that magazine is referring to him as “Get to Know Tom Hiddleston, Taylor Swift’s New Boyfriend” – that is a potential Bond is known for his relation with famous singer, what the honor for Bond!!!).

    And compare his behavior to Turner’s: during all these months Aidan is calm, relaxed and enjoys his glorious and non-bondian beard, not needing to prove anything – not his heterosexuality, nor his brutality or good looks.

    By the way, here are some words about Turner’s appearance: some of you insist that he’s not handsome or attractive. Well tastes differ and there are as many opinions as people, but maybe you’d be interested to know that Aidan is Glamour magazine’s 2016 Sexiest Man winner (http://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/celebrity/celebrity-galleries/2015/03/aidan-turner-poldark-hot-pics). As you see, many people find him attractive! That’s why when you criticize Turner’s appearance, screen presence, acting skills (and as I noticed, mostly the people who haven’t watched anything with him are doing so, judging from several pictures only!), etc. add “IMHO” at the end, please, because much more people think otherwise.

    And finally I want to repeat that I don’t care about who’ll be the next Bond. Remember that it’s only rumors that Turner was screen-tasted and nothing is known for real, maybe he was not considered at all. But if Aidan Turner is Bond I’ll watch those films as well as any other films with his participation. And if not, this will not make him less good actor. I can compare this situation with Radiohead’s Bond song (that guy with Radiohead’s LP9 picture will understand what I’m trying to say): the fact that they took Sam Smith’s song and didn’t take Radiohead’s doesn’t mean that Sam Smith’s song isn’t one-day shit or Radiohead isn’t one of the greatest bands of all times!

    P.S. If someone wants to know Turner’s works better, I’d recommend BBC series “Being Human”, “Desperate Romantics” and “Poldark”, where he shows wide range of acting chops and screen presence, which you all are so desperately seeking.

    Thank you for attention.

    P.P.S. Here are some recent photos of beardy Turner, enjoy
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  • bondjamesbondjames You were expecting someone else?
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    It's good to see more Turner advocates here. Very informative post @misschristina.
  • CommanderRossCommanderRoss The bottom of a pitch lake in Eastern Trinidad, place called La Brea
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    Bond turning into a hipster??????


    kidding, I know that, somewhere under that popular hairgrowth, is a real man somewhere....
  • mcdonbbmcdonbb deep in the Heart of Texas
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    With all do respect to all I still prefer an older Bond in his 40s.

    Neither Turner nor Hiddleston look all that war weary.

    I'll see the film no matter who they cast. I'd have to see Bell in IMAX so he'd actually be visible if EoN makes that mistake but otherwise Bond as usual.
  • Risico007Risico007
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    Ok seriously it's really simple everyone stop what you are doing watch the first three bond films and inception back to back and then the answer will become clear cast Tom Hardy as 007 (for different results watch the first three Moore films and the night manager for Hiddleston and the first three Craig films and haywire for Fassbender)
  • ClarkDevlinClarkDevlin Martinis, Girls and Guns
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    mcdonbb wrote: »
    With all do respect to all I still prefer an older Bond in his 40s.

    Neither Turner nor Hiddleston look all that war weary.

    I'll see the film no matter who they cast. I'd have to see Bell in IMAX so he'd actually be visible if EoN makes that mistake but otherwise Bond as usual.
    That last hand... It nearly killed me. :))
  • suavejmfsuavejmf Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England
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    That last pic of Turner......very middle eastern terrorist! :))
  • Pierce2DanielPierce2Daniel
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    I'm going to attempt and make the case for Cillian Murphy as the next Bond.

    I feel there are plenty of rather obvious candidates getting attention at the moment. However, the likelihood is that someone more obscure and unusual will get the role. Remember back in 2005, the supposed likely candidates were shunned (I'm talking about the Hugh Jackman's, Clive Owen's of the world, etc), instead we got the unusual choice of Daniel Craig. DC was more known for playing villainous characters full of rage, it was only really Layer Cake which displayed his leading man credentials.

    I feel Murphy has a similar feel. He doesn't feel obvious or even that comfortable a choice. But he has such an intensity to him as a performer. He's frightening and has piercing stare which is both haunting and sexy. Beyond that, he's a terrific actor who could easily play the more insouciant and suave aspects of the Bond character. If the series wished to continue it's current trend (dark and gritty), I feel Murphy could be an interesting counterpoint and evolution of Craig's Bond.

    If people are in doubt of his leading man qualities, it must be remembered that he was a serious contender for Batman before Bale got cast. Finally, anyone who has seen Peaky Blinders will know that Murphy looks terrific in a suit and is so bloody cool it's off the charts.

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  • suavejmfsuavejmf Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England
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    Pierce2Daniel wrote: »
    I'm going to attempt and make the case for Cillian Murphy as the next Bond.

    I feel there are plenty of rather obvious candidates getting attention at the moment. However, the likelihood is that someone more obscure and unusual will get the role. Remember back in 2005, the supposed likely candidates were shunned (I'm talking about the Hugh Jackman's, Clive Owen's of the world, etc), instead we got the unusual choice of Daniel Craig. DC was more known for playing villainous characters full of rage, it was only really Layer Cake which displayed his leading man credentials.

    I feel Murphy has a similar feel. He doesn't feel obvious or even that comfortable a choice. But he has such an intensity to him as a performer. He's frightening and has piercing stare which is both haunting and sexy. Beyond that, he's a terrific actor who could easily play the more insouciant and suave aspects of the Bond character. If the series wished to continue it's current trend (dark and gritty), I feel Murphy could be an interesting counterpoint and evolution of Craig's Bond.

    If people are in doubt of his leading man qualities, it must be remembered that he was a serious contender for Batman before Bale got cast. Finally, anyone who has seen Peaky Blinders will know that Murphy looks terrific in a suit and is so bloody cool it's off the charts.

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    I agree with everything you say and I watch Peaky Blinders. Cillian is a talented and versatile actor, who can play suave. But is he handsome enough?
  • daltondalton
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    I'd take Cillian Murphy over some of the already mentioned names. At the very least, he'd be interesting in the role, something I would tend to value over simply just looking the part and playing it pretty much down the middle, which is where I see Turner taking the role.
  • dominicgreenedominicgreene The Eternal QOS Defender
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    I was also making a case for Cillian Murphy. He is definitely handsome enough in a non-conventional way, but he looks "off" which works. He looks like a killer, but not necessarily a psychopath. Would definitely prefer him to anyone mentioned, maybe except Fassbender.

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  • Risico007Risico007
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    I would be fine with Murphy I would put him fourth honestly
  • ClarkDevlinClarkDevlin Martinis, Girls and Guns
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    Another OK for Murphy from me. Definitely better than all of the choices combined on the suggestive media's list.
  • GermanladyGermanlady
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    He looks more like a sensitive poet to me.
  • ClarkDevlinClarkDevlin Martinis, Girls and Guns
    edited June 2016 Posts: 15,423
    Germanlady wrote: »
    He looks more like a sensitive poet to me.
    Oh trust me, GL. He's anything but that... :D

    Without missing out on it, see him in Red Eye. That was the performance he pulled off that brought him on my radar ten years ago or so... He's a brilliant actor.
  • bondjamesbondjames You were expecting someone else?
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    Batman Begins proved he's decent, but he appears a bit slight, and more suited for villainy imho. He'll always be Dr. Jonathan Crane to me.
  • GermanladyGermanlady
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    He coud be interesting then maybe.
  • ClarkDevlinClarkDevlin Martinis, Girls and Guns
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    @bondjames, if you loved him as Jonathan Crane/Scarecrow, then... don't hesitate for a moment to see Red Eye. Now, THAT was villainy!
  • bondjamesbondjames You were expecting someone else?
    edited June 2016 Posts: 23,883
    I saw it @ClarkDevlin. He was good, but I always felt that Rachel McAdam's character had the better of him from about the midway mark, and especially when they tussled at the end. Hence my point about him being a bit slight.
  • suavejmfsuavejmf Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England
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    I think he's only 5'9" anyhow.
  • ClarkDevlinClarkDevlin Martinis, Girls and Guns
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    bondjames wrote: »
    I saw it @ClarkDevlin. He was good, but I always felt that Rachel McAdam's character had the better of him from about the midway mark, and especially when they tussled at the end. Hence my point about him being a bit slight.
    I know what you mean. Then again, Rachel McAdams is an outstanding actress, whose presence can hardly be topped (loved her chemistry with Robert Downey Jr's Holmes a lot). As for Murphy, I did enjoy his presence in In Time, too.
  • jake24jake24 Sitting at your desk, kissing your lover, eating supper with your familyModerator
    edited June 2016 Posts: 10,591
    ClarkDevlin wrote: »
    Germanlady wrote: »
    He looks more like a sensitive poet to me.
    Oh trust me, GL. He's anything but that... :D

    Without missing out on it, see him in Red Eye. That was the performance he pulled off that brought him on my radar ten years ago or so... He's a brilliant actor.
    He gives an excellent, unsettling performance in that film. I don't know how I'd feel about him being Bond, however.
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