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  • thelivingroyalethelivingroyale
    edited March 2013 Posts: 12,837
    Bring back John Glen! ;)

    Joking obviously but I think somebody like him (my favourite Bond director) is exactly what the series needs. An action film director who's happy to stay on and who can make consistently good Bond movies.

    Yep, we need John Glen v2 with a bit more visual flair than the original. Then we'll be set for the next few years.
  • Gustav_GravesGustav_Graves
    Posts: 11,119
    Samuel001 wrote:
    Because they both said no to another around the release of their film. Mendes has giving the impression he'd be returning for a while now, something we haven't really had before, all signs were good and now, it's as if it has been taken away from us.

    Indeed. Give me a hug @Samuel001 :-((




    ;)
  • GermanladyGermanlady
    Posts: 6,601
    I think, people here forget, how demanding THIS directors chair actually is. You are exhausted, you know, what lays ahead of you NOW, you know, how it really sucks all your energy out of you. So - unless you have an uber ego like some, who feel, there should be not a *** film without you, they will step back from doing it again right away,. I can perfectly understand that and for that reason I believe, its good, if they get someone fresh - with new energy.
    Mendes is neither the start nor the end of the film world There are others out there, probably really eager to give it a try. Better directing material, me thinks.
  • Samuel001Samuel001 Moderator
    Posts: 13,355
    One thing I would like to be certain of is, after Skyfall, EON should have no problem getting the name at the top of their list.
  • chrisisallchrisisall Brosnan Defender Of The Realm
    Posts: 17,801
    thelivingroyale wrote:
    Yep, we need John Glen v2 with a bit more visual flair than the original. Then we'll be set for the next few years.
    Get Robert Duncan McNeil (CHUCK) or McG (Charlie's Angels) to direct!
  • TuuliaTuulia
    edited March 2013 Posts: 2,081
    Gustav_Graves wrote:
    --- Als hear Mendes saying: "I want to say a thank you to the people who we build this movie around [Bardem, Craig] --- "

    You're very stubborn. ;) He says "the person" they built the movie around, and he's talking about Daniel, as I'm sure you noticed. I love Javier and all, and so does Sam, but seriously, Sam isn't talking about him, doesn't mention him, and you know it.

    But I agree with you that it seems the decision had not yet been made at that time.

  • doubleoegodoubleoego #LightWork
    Posts: 11,139
    Here's a name that hasn't been mentioned, Martin McDonagh.

  • Samuel001Samuel001 Moderator
    Posts: 13,355
    I like that sound of that @doubleoego. A good name to get out in the open.
  • JWESTBROOKJWESTBROOK
    Posts: 5,745
    doubleoego wrote:
    Here's a name that hasn't been mentioned, Martin McDonagh.

    Be prepared for the return of great dialogue.
  • myworldisenoughmyworldisenough
    Posts: 1,143
    My worry is now there could be a delay to Bond 24 whilst Eon go around chasing for their preferred choice. I don't want to have to wait another four years for the next Bond movie :(
  • GermanladyGermanlady
    Posts: 6,601
    chrisisall wrote:
    thelivingroyale wrote:
    Yep, we need John Glen v2 with a bit more visual flair than the original. Then we'll be set for the next few years.
    Get Robert Duncan McNeil (CHUCK) or McG (Charlie's Angels) to direct!

    :O
  • LeChiffreLeChiffre
    Posts: 1,548
    My biggest concern is not so much Mendes leaving (hopefully back for Bond 25) but the probable loss of Roger Deakins as DOP. He more than anyone helped make Skyfall the classic Bond flick it has become.
  • thelivingroyalethelivingroyale
    Posts: 12,837
    chrisisall wrote:
    thelivingroyale wrote:
    Yep, we need John Glen v2 with a bit more visual flair than the original. Then we'll be set for the next few years.
    Get Robert Duncan McNeil (CHUCK) or McG (Charlie's Angels) to direct!

    Haven't seen Chuck but the other bloke made Terminator Salvation and doesn't seem to be very good at story and characters.
    doubleoego wrote:
    Here's a name that hasn't been mentioned, Martin McDonagh.

    He'd be good. Loved In Bruges.
  • chrisisallchrisisall Brosnan Defender Of The Realm
    Posts: 17,801
    thelivingroyale wrote:
    the other bloke made Terminator Salvation and doesn't seem to be very good at story and characters.
    If you knew what he had to go through in that flick, you'd say it was a freakin' triumph!
    :))
  • LeChiffreLeChiffre
    Posts: 1,548
    thelivingroyale wrote:
    chrisisall wrote:
    thelivingroyale wrote:
    Yep, we need John Glen v2 with a bit more visual flair than the original. Then we'll be set for the next few years.
    Get Robert Duncan McNeil (CHUCK) or McG (Charlie's Angels) to direct!



    Haven't seen Chuck but the other bloke made Terminator Salvation and doesn't seem to be very good at story and characters.
    doubleoego wrote:
    Here's a name that hasn't been mentioned, Martin McDonagh.

    He'd be good. Loved In Bruges.


    I sincerely hope you're joking about McG? He couldn't direct traffic!
  • connerybondconnerybond
    Posts: 163
    It is fine by me. Now the producers could think about who could score the music
    too.
  • Gustav_GravesGustav_Graves
    edited March 2013 Posts: 11,119
    Tuulia wrote:
    Gustav_Graves wrote:
    --- Als hear Mendes saying: "I want to say a thank you to the people who we build this movie around [Bardem, Craig] --- "

    You're very stubborn. ;) He says "the person" they built the movie around, and he's talking about Daniel, as I'm sure you noticed. I love Javier and all, and so does Sam, but seriously, Sam isn't talking about him, doesn't mention him, and you know it.

    But I agree with you that it seems the decision had not yet been made at that time.

    Still, I quote from 'The James Bond Archives'. It was quite a bit of typing, but perhaps you now understand why I'd like a similar production approach for Bond 24. And most importantly, it shows how 'big names' not only are good marketing, but they inspire an entire team creatively. And it also shows that extra production time is more often a blessing than a curse. That's what Bond 24 needs as well if you ask me:
    Author Paul Duncan wrote:
    Paul Duncan:
    "After the box-office success of 'Quantum Of Solace' at the end of 2008, screenwriters Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, together with Peter Morgan, worked on a treatment titled 'Once Upon A Spy' that was delivered November 2, 2009. The story revolved around a past indiscretion of 'M' in Russia that could ruin the reputation of MI6. It was at this point in 2009 that Sam Mendes, who won the Academy Award for his debut film 'American Beauty' in 1999, agreed to direct 'Bond 23'."

    Paul Duncan:
    "At the end of 2009, MGM Studios found itself on the verge of bankruptcy, and was in financially precarious position throughout 2010, which prevented Bond 23 from going into production."
    Sam Mendes:
    "I had more time with the script than I would otherwise have had. In the end it was a blessing."

    Paul Duncan:
    "Purvis and Wade submitted the first full draft script on November 18, 2010, titled 'Nothing Is Forever'. Many of the elements and characters are in place. Bond meets a rather shabby and tubby Quartermaster at an East End Café. The villain, originally called "Javier Bardem" in anticipation of casting the actor, was now called Raoul Sousa....."

    Michael G. Wilson:
    "Sam attracts great actors and they want to work with him."
    Paul Duncan:
    "As anticipated in the first script of 2010, Javier Bardem was cast as Raoul Silva....."
    Rory Kinnear:
    "That day around the read-through table were myself, Albert Finney, Ralph Fiennes, Dame Judi Dench, Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, and I thought, "Yes, I'll probably always remember that lineup."
  • chrisisallchrisisall Brosnan Defender Of The Realm
    Posts: 17,801
    LeChiffre wrote:
    I sincerely hope you're joking about McG? He couldn't direct traffic!
    Right! Let's get Lee Tamahori back on board!
  • Pierce2DanielPierce2Daniel
    Posts: 4,409
    Gustav_Graves wrote:
    Tuulia wrote:
    Gustav_Graves wrote:
    --- Als hear Mendes saying: "I want to say a thank you to the people who we build this movie around [Bardem, Craig] --- "

    You're very stubborn. ;) He says "the person" they built the movie around, and he's talking about Daniel, as I'm sure you noticed. I love Javier and all, and so does Sam, but seriously, Sam isn't talking about him, doesn't mention him, and you know it.

    But I agree with you that it seems the decision had not yet been made at that time.

    Still, I quote from 'The James Bond Archives'. It was quite a bit of typing, but perhaps you now understand why I'd like a similar production approach for Bond 24. And most importantly, it shows how 'big names' not only are good marketing, but they inspire an entire team creatively. And it also shows that extra production time is more often a blessing than a curse. That's what Bond 24 needs as well if you ask me:
    Author Paul Duncan wrote:
    Paul Duncan: "After the box-office success of 'Quantum Of Solace' at the end of 2008, screenwriters Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, together with Peter Morgan, worked on a treatment titled 'Once Upon A Spy' that was delivered November 2, 2009. The story revolved around a past indiscretion of 'M' in Russia that could ruin the reputation of MI6. It was at this point in 2009 that Sam Mendes, who won the Academy Award for his debut film 'American Beauty' in 1999, agreed to direct 'Bond 23'."

    Paul Duncan: "At the end of 2009, MGM Studios found itself on the verge of bankruptcy, and was in financially precarious position throughout 2010, which prevented Bond 23 from going into production."
    Sam Mendes: "I had more time with the script than I would otherwise have had. In the end it was a blessing."

    Paul Duncan: "Purvis and Wade submitted the first full draft script on November 18, 2010, titled 'Nothing Is Forever'. Many of the elements and characters are in place. Bond meets a rather shabby and tubby Quartermaster at an East End Café. The villain, originally called "Javier Bardem" in anticipation of casting the actor, was now called Raoul Sousa....."

    Michael G. Wilson: "Sam attracts great actors and they want to work with him."
    Paul Duncan:"As anticipated in the first script of 2010, Javier Bardem was cast as Raoul Silva....."
    Rory Kinnear: "That day around the read-through table were myself, Albert Finney, Ralph Fiennes, Dame Judi Dench, Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, and I thought, "Yes, I'll probably always remember that lineup."

    Wow! Thanks so much. I really want this book
  • RC7RC7
    Posts: 10,512
    doubleoego wrote:
    Here's a name that hasn't been mentioned, Martin McDonagh.

    Good shout. Plausible as well. Of the names previously mentioned I lean towards Wright. He's inventive, much more so than what I've seen of Hooper. As for the Nolan chat, it's absurd. I don't understand people falling over themselves to have him installed. I love his Batman films and I think The Prestige was a great bit of pop cinema. He's not a name for Bond though. He may have been pre-2005. Not anymore.

  • ShardlakeShardlake Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
    Posts: 4,043
    SaintMark wrote:
    Gustav_Graves wrote:

    Well, I put down my list already:
    --> Christopher Nolan - He is occupied with another project
    --> Paul Greengrass - Oh please NO MORE Bourne influences I have had enough of them
    --> Danny Boyle - Not sure it is his movie style--> Tom Hooper
    --> Guy Ritchie - I like the bugger but we get a more chav and thug DC in his style
    --> Martin Campbell - fine with me
    --> David Fincher - Overrated director please keep him away from the franchise, one can hope he has learned his lesson with the Alien franchise to stay clear.
    --> J.J. Abrahms - With him working on ST, SW & MI I would like to keep this man away from this franchise.

    If all of the above can not be contracted by EON, then who the hell is left. I can't think of many other good directors. In fact, I think the Bond 24 director MUST be one of the above or otherwise I'm sad :-S.

    There are some British directors that can do action and make it coherent too without being a "BIG" name. James Bond should remain the biggest name in the franchise.

    SaintMark Let's get something straight these films are not made for fans of the franchise like yourself who most likely like a return to the type of film that Roger Moore made.

    Things have moved on you might not like the DC era but it's proved most successful and I doubt the next Craig film will make you any more happy. Lets face it this era of Bond is not for you and your views on some of those directors like Fincher I couldn't disagree with any more if I tried, fancy bringing his much maligned debut as an example of his unsuitability.

    The fact you'd want mockney cockney Richie more speak volumes of the kind of cinema you like and as for your choice of no name directors have you forgotten the success whether you like it or of Skyfall with an Oscar winning director, there is no way some modern day John Glen will get the job for a long time yet.

    I don't think Fincher would direct a Bond film but he puts to shame most directors working today also please can everyone drop Nolan this is not going to happen, this obsession with him helming a Bond film is a boat that long set sail. Once again these films aren't made for fan boys some of you need to realise they aren't going to be your personal wet dream.
  • TuuliaTuulia
    edited March 2013 Posts: 2,081
    Gustav_Graves wrote:
    Tuulia wrote:
    Gustav_Graves wrote:
    --- Als hear Mendes saying: "I want to say a thank you to the people who we build this movie around [Bardem, Craig] --- "

    You're very stubborn. ;) He says "the person" they built the movie around, and he's talking about Daniel, as I'm sure you noticed. I love Javier and all, and so does Sam, but seriously, Sam isn't talking about him, doesn't mention him, and you know it.

    But I agree with you that it seems the decision had not yet been made at that time.

    Still, I quote from 'The James Bond Archives'. It was quite a bit of typing, but perhaps you now understand why I'd like a similar production approach for Bond 24. And most importantly, it shows how 'big names' not only are good marketing, but they inspire an entire team creatively. And it also shows that extra production time is more often a blessing than a curse. That's what Bond 24 needs as well if you ask me:
    Author Paul Duncan wrote:
    Paul Duncan:
    "After the box-office success of 'Quantum Of Solace' at the end of 2008, screenwriters Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, together with Peter Morgan, worked on a treatment titled 'Once Upon A Spy' that was delivered November 2, 2009. The story revolved around a past indiscretion of 'M' in Russia that could ruin the reputation of MI6. It was at this point in 2009 that Sam Mendes, who won the Academy Award for his debut film 'American Beauty' in 1999, agreed to direct 'Bond 23'."

    Paul Duncan:
    "At the end of 2009, MGM Studios found itself on the verge of bankruptcy, and was in financially precarious position throughout 2010, which prevented Bond 23 from going into production."
    Sam Mendes:
    "I had more time with the script than I would otherwise have had. In the end it was a blessing."

    Paul Duncan:
    "Purvis and Wade submitted the first full draft script on November 18, 2010, titled 'Nothing Is Forever'. Many of the elements and characters are in place. Bond meets a rather shabby and tubby Quartermaster at an East End Café. The villain, originally called "Javier Bardem" in anticipation of casting the actor, was now called Raoul Sousa....."

    Michael G. Wilson:
    "Sam attracts great actors and they want to work with him."
    Paul Duncan:
    "As anticipated in the first script of 2010, Javier Bardem was cast as Raoul Silva....."
    Rory Kinnear:
    "That day around the read-through table were myself, Albert Finney, Ralph Fiennes, Dame Judi Dench, Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, and I thought, "Yes, I'll probably always remember that lineup."

    Gustav, I was merely pointing out that you added Bardem's name where it didn't belong, and since you posted the video yourself you surely knew what Mendes was saying.

    I do appreciate you took the time to type those bits from the book, but it's not new info, really, and also I must say it doesn't support your earlier claim regarding Bardem.

    I have nothing against "big names" - directors, actors etc. - as long as they're suitable for the job. I don't, however agree that "big names" as such would inspire others creatively. Mendes is good with people, and actors generally like and respect him, and indeed he allows creativity, and it's easy to see why actors like working with him. Some "big name" director could very well think that his ideas are the only ones that really matter. About the production time - extra time might help, but also might not, as has been repeated here over and over. It depends on how things are going (with script, people working on the film etc.).

  • Suivez_ce_parachuteSuivez_ce_parachute
    Posts: 2,015
    In the storyboard, Silva doesn't look much like Javier Bardem IMO. Usually, the storyboard artist draws people in the storyboard a bit similar to the real artist when it is known beforehand (Bond is not a perfect Craig look a like but well, it's definitely "him" when you see it). But well, M doesn't look much like Dench (but it is a woman).

    I remember very well there's a storyboard somewhere showing that in some Bond some very well known actor had been cast but didn't do it in the end. The other actor in the actual movie was then a "second choice" (words that you'll never hear some one say in this business, while it happens all the time :) ). Ah, being old.. 20 years ago I'd given you it instantly, now it remains on the tip of my tongue.
  • fire_and_icefire_and_ice
    Posts: 6,432
    Happy to here this, Bond movies endure because they never stand on ceremony.
  • Risico007Risico007
    Posts: 9,847
    2 points

    1. Didn't Deakens confirm he is definitly coming back last month? Thought he did..

    2. There is no one director fits all on these boards (though Mendes post skyfall comes very close I felt Skyfall was good but not great and even I am a little sad to hear he isn't returning) that said of the names tossed around Hooper and Martin McDonagh. seem likely though Pierre Morrell is still my number 1 choice
  • fire_and_icefire_and_ice
    Posts: 6,432
    Happy to here this, Bond movies endure because they never stand on ceremony.
  • Risico007Risico007
    edited March 2013 Posts: 9,847
    Totally forgot Tony Gilroy wait I am the only person on the planet who loved the Bourne Legacy who isn't Jermy Renner so yeah doubt he will get it.

    mystery of michael clayton + fun of duplicity + action of Bourne legacy = a really good bond 24
  • Creasy47Creasy47 In Cuba with Natalya.Moderator
    Posts: 40,976
    No idea why, but this site (posted below) believes Deakins won't return because Mendes isn't. Since when are both Mendes and Deakins locked partners in everything they do?

    http://www.iamrogue.com/news/movie-news/item/8400-sam-mendes-will-not-in-fact-direct-bond-24.html
  • brinkeguthriebrinkeguthrie Piz Gloria
    Posts: 1,400
    actonsteve wrote:
    TheWizardOfIce wrote:

    Oh and lefty Socialist Worker salesman Paul Greengrass can most definitely get f****d after his slating of Bond in the past.

    Dont worry about greengrass. Babs has his cards marked. Be interesting to hear from that little bitch matt damon now that sf has gone supernova.

    Also any new director nowadays needs the nod from dan.

    "Be interesting to hear from that little bitch matt damon now that sf has gone supernova."

    Comment of the year so far.

  • StrelikStrelik Spectre Island
    edited March 2013 Posts: 108
    Sad news that Sam Mendes won't return. I would hate to see a generic action director like Lee Tamahori be hired. Maybe Tomas Alfredson, Joe Wright, Fernando Meirelles, or Tom Hooper will step up.
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