Cast This: Who Should Direct the Next James Bond Movie?
Mar. 15, 2013
Recently it was announced that Sam Mendes would not be returning to helm the next James Bond installment. Well, now I guess we need to meet back up at headquarters and figure out who we want to direct BOND 24!
Since last Wednesday morning, I've slowly been going through the stages of loss. As of now, I'm in the "bargaining" stage. If the movie gods would just see it fit to send Mendes back to the project, I would give up on whatever television pleasure they would see fit to take away in order to get this deal done (not BREAKING BAD, that's a no-go). But does it need to go that far? Should I keep holding on to Mendes just because I happened to love SKYFALL? Other directors have done well with the series, and have since been replaced as well. With a series like Bond that has and will go on for some time, we have to expect the good and the bad. With Daniel Craig being a spectacular 007, I only hope that they find someone that can do the project as a whole some rightful justice.
Who can we call upon to direct? I've seen quite a few people crying out, "In Nolan, we trust!" Then there are those who are looking for past helmers to return like CASINO ROYALE's Martin Campbell. The rest are open to seeing someone different come out to take on Bond. Fresh meat, maybe? Or do you choose a seasoned veteran? Maybe it's better to find someone with a solid action background, but what about storytelling? When Mendes was hired, all he had directed were these films with strong stories, and little action. Does one need to have fast paced action on their resume? It's a lot to consider.
I know I can count on you guys to come up with something good. So, don't let the skyfall and just get to putting someone in the directors chair for BOND 24.
RESULTS FROM PREVIOUS 'CAST THIS': JUSTICE LEAGUE
BATMAN: 1. Christian Bale 2. Joseph Gordon-Levitt 3. Karl Urban
SUPERMAN: 1. Henry Cavill 2. Brandon Routh 3. Tom Welling
WONDER WOMAN: 1. Gina Carano 2. Jaimie Alexander 3. Evangeline Lilly
GREEN LANTERN: 1. Ryan Reynolds 2. Idris Elba 3. Taylor Kitsch
THE FLASH: 1. Bradley Cooper 2. Neil Patrick Harris 3. Jesse Eisenberg
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Christopher Nolan
I think people like Mendes and Newman are wasted on Bond films. I would rather see someone take the job who could use the box office clout to enable them to get films green lit like Philip Ridley.
I think people like Mendes and Newman are wasted on Bond films. I would rather see someone take the job who could use the box office clout to enable them to get films green lit like Philip Ridley.
Great writer and a very good filmmaker.
Otherwise bring back Martin Campbell, and I know this is wishful thinking but Christopher Nolan would be awesome.
Great writer and a very good filmmaker.
Otherwise bring back Martin Campbell, and I know this is wishful thinking but Christopher Nolan would be awesome.
I realize it's sacrilege around here but I don't think I'd go with Nolan for a Bond flick, fan though that I am. Definitely not Ritchie or Boyle either. They like their stylized jumpy edits and acid flashbacks a little too much, would prefer my Bond to be more straight-up action and intrigue.
Matthew Vaughn is a good choice. Kenneth Branagh would definitely pique my interest as well.
I realize it's sacrilege around here but I don't think I'd go with Nolan for a Bond flick, fan though that I am. Definitely not Ritchie or Boyle either. They like their stylized jumpy edits and acid flashbacks a little too much, would prefer my Bond to be more straight-up action and intrigue.
Matthew Vaughn is a good choice. Kenneth Branagh would definitely pique my interest as well.
If they want a British director...
Brad Bird
Gareth Huw Evans
Ridley Scott
John Woo
Brad Bird
Gareth Huw Evans
Ridley Scott
John Woo
Best Pick
Christopher Nolan
Another good idea someone mentioned: Neil Blomkamp.
Another good idea someone mentioned: Neil Blomkamp.
I know these are highly improbable, but....
Rian Johnson - Can tell a great story and create some quality action.
Neil Blomkamp
Brad Bird - Proved what he can do with Ghost Protocol
Alfonso Cuaron - Powerful storyteller
David Cronenberg - More really a novelty choice, but imagine the bug-fuck craziness he can bring to the table. Not only that, he can tell a great, real story, like Eastern Promises.
And the more likely choices: Guy Ritchie, Matthew Vaughn, David
Rian Johnson - Can tell a great story and create some quality action.
Neil Blomkamp
Brad Bird - Proved what he can do with Ghost Protocol
Alfonso Cuaron - Powerful storyteller
David Cronenberg - More really a novelty choice, but imagine the bug-fuck craziness he can bring to the table. Not only that, he can tell a great, real story, like Eastern Promises.
And the more likely choices: Guy Ritchie, Matthew Vaughn, David Fincher
In a perfect world
Errr....
Bring back Martin
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Stuart Baird
I think its time for this man to shine because i feel he's been criminally [link]
Some of you are probably fans of his works but you don't know it or you do but on a sub conscious level.
as director he's done US Marshalls, Star Trek: Nemesis and one of my all time favourites, Executive Decision.
For you subconsious fans: Lethal Weapon 1&2, Tango & Cash,Die Hard 2, Last Boy Scout, Demolition Man to name a few as a 2nd Unit Director and a Film Editor.
Oh, btw
I think its time for this man to shine because i feel he's been criminally [link]
Some of you are probably fans of his works but you don't know it or you do but on a sub conscious level.
as director he's done US Marshalls, Star Trek: Nemesis and one of my all time favourites, Executive Decision.
For you subconsious fans: Lethal Weapon 1&2, Tango & Cash,Die Hard 2, Last Boy Scout, Demolition Man to name a few as a 2nd Unit Director and a Film Editor.
Oh, btw ever wondered why you enjoyed Casino Royale and Skyfall? You can thank Mr. Baird for his skillfull editing on those movies.
Stuart Baird
I think its time for this man to shine because i feel he's been criminally [link]
Some of you are probably fans of his works but you don't know it or you do but on a sub conscious level.
as director he's done US Marshalls, Star Trek: Nemesis and one of my all time favourites, Executive Decision.
For you subconsious fans: Lethal Weapon 1&2, Tango & Cash,Die Hard 2, Last Boy Scout, Demolition Man to name a few as a 2nd Unit Director and a Film Editor.
Oh, btw
I think its time for this man to shine because i feel he's been criminally [link]
Some of you are probably fans of his works but you don't know it or you do but on a sub conscious level.
as director he's done US Marshalls, Star Trek: Nemesis and one of my all time favourites, Executive Decision.
For you subconsious fans: Lethal Weapon 1&2, Tango & Cash,Die Hard 2, Last Boy Scout, Demolition Man to name a few as a 2nd Unit Director and a Film Editor.
Oh, btw ever wondered why you enjoyed Casino Royale and Skyfall? You can thank Mr. Baird for his skillfull editing on those movies.
Stuart Baird
I think its time for this man to shine because i feel he's been criminally [link]
Some of you are probably fans of his works but you don't know it or you do but on a sub conscious level.
as director he's done US Marshalls, Star Trek: Nemesis and one of my all time favourites, Executive Decision.
For you subconsious fans: Lethal Weapon 1&2, Tango & Cash,Die Hard 2, Last Boy Scout, Demolition Man to name a few as a 2nd Unit Director and a Film Editor.
Oh, btw
I think its time for this man to shine because i feel he's been criminally [link]
Some of you are probably fans of his works but you don't know it or you do but on a sub conscious level.
as director he's done US Marshalls, Star Trek: Nemesis and one of my all time favourites, Executive Decision.
For you subconsious fans: Lethal Weapon 1&2, Tango & Cash,Die Hard 2, Last Boy Scout, Demolition Man to name a few as a 2nd Unit Director and a Film Editor.
Oh, btw ever wondered why you enjoyed Casino Royale and Skyfall? You can thank Mr. Baird for his skillfull editing on those movies.
Tomas Alfredson
"Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy"
Danny Boyle and David Fincher i'd also like to see, but i think are very unlikely
"Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy"
Danny Boyle and David Fincher i'd also like to see, but i think are very unlikely
David Fincher
David Fincher
David Fincher
Chan-wook Park
Guy Ritchie
I fear Nolan would make the story too dense fro Bond, and Boyle would be too heavy handed.
I fear Nolan would make the story too dense fro Bond, and Boyle would be too heavy handed.
I wanted Danny Boyle!
I like Christopher Nolan as well, but I honestly think a Nolan Bond movie would be slower than Skyfall was. So let's liven things up a bit and theeeeeen maybe get Nolan aboard.
I like Christopher Nolan as well, but I honestly think a Nolan Bond movie would be slower than Skyfall was. So let's liven things up a bit and theeeeeen maybe get Nolan aboard.
They wont go American
Nolan - nuff said
Ridley Scott - cant picture this working out but what the hell
Matthew Vaughn - I would hate for him to drop Bond at the last second like he has done before with other franchises
Nolan - nuff said
Ridley Scott - cant picture this working out but what the hell
Matthew Vaughn - I would hate for him to drop Bond at the last second like he has done before with other franchises
Keep it Brithish
Cuaron is a very good choice but...
Of them all, I think Cuaron is my favorite. I got my Bond fix from Nolan with Inception. I could see a Boyle or Affleck version working really well. I also love the McDonagh suggestion. How batshit crazy would that be?
Of them all, I think Cuaron is my favorite. I got my Bond fix from Nolan with Inception. I could see a Boyle or Affleck version working really well. I also love the McDonagh suggestion. How batshit crazy would that be?
Vaughn, Boyle...
Also sign him up before Gravity hits the screens and he blows up.
Also sign him up before Gravity hits the screens and he blows up.
After thinking hard about it though, if you want to keep the series moving forward I'd go with Martin McDonagh, have him write it with his brother too. Not only do I think he'd knock it out of the park,
After thinking hard about it though, if you want to keep the series moving forward I'd go with Martin McDonagh, have him write it with his brother too. Not only do I think he'd knock it out of the park, He is one of the few talented directors out there who would WANT to do it.