Is Megan Fox right for Bond 23?
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Recently, there has been a lot of talk about Megan Fox and Bond 23. First, there was the rumour that she had been offered the Bond girl role and turned it down. Then came the denial from her camp: no, she didn't turn it down because there never was any offer.
Regardless of what really happened, I think the most interesting question is: is Megan Fox the right actress for the Bond girl role?
At first glance, the answer would seem to be, most emphatically, a yes. She is beautiful, sexy, and perhaps one of the most marketable young stars in Hollywood today. However, the more I thought about this, the more convinced I became that she is not the right choice for Bond 23.
IMO, the ideal Bond girl should be a woman that, besides meeting the requirements of physical beauty and sex appeal, also brings an air of mystery to the screen. I especially like it if I have never seen her before, so that I can go: "Wow, who is that girl?", then get pleasantly surprised by her performance because I don't know what to expect from her. I think Eon has tried that type of casting before, and it has mostly been quite successful. For example, Izabella Scorupco only starred in one obscure movie (I believe) before getting picked for GE, having been known mostly for her singing and modeling. Carole Bouquet had been in only a couple of not-too-well-known films before starring in FYEO. Claudine Auger, prior to Thunderball, was only well-known in Europe, having done a few (mostly French) films and some TV work.
So is Megan Fox another "woman of mystery"? Well, again IMO, having starred in 2 of the biggest blockbusters of recent years, as well as graced the covers of GQ, Esquire, etc... , Ms. Fox is about as mysterious as a Big Mac meal. I have nothing against Big Macs; they are quite tasty, and filling. However, if it is a Saturday night, and I'm in the mood for some culinary surprises, I won't be climbing into my car and heading toward the nearest Golden Arches.
My hope for Bond 23 is that, instead of going after a hottie du jour, the Bond producers will look for a hidden gem who will surprise and delight us.
Regardless of what really happened, I think the most interesting question is: is Megan Fox the right actress for the Bond girl role?
At first glance, the answer would seem to be, most emphatically, a yes. She is beautiful, sexy, and perhaps one of the most marketable young stars in Hollywood today. However, the more I thought about this, the more convinced I became that she is not the right choice for Bond 23.
IMO, the ideal Bond girl should be a woman that, besides meeting the requirements of physical beauty and sex appeal, also brings an air of mystery to the screen. I especially like it if I have never seen her before, so that I can go: "Wow, who is that girl?", then get pleasantly surprised by her performance because I don't know what to expect from her. I think Eon has tried that type of casting before, and it has mostly been quite successful. For example, Izabella Scorupco only starred in one obscure movie (I believe) before getting picked for GE, having been known mostly for her singing and modeling. Carole Bouquet had been in only a couple of not-too-well-known films before starring in FYEO. Claudine Auger, prior to Thunderball, was only well-known in Europe, having done a few (mostly French) films and some TV work.
So is Megan Fox another "woman of mystery"? Well, again IMO, having starred in 2 of the biggest blockbusters of recent years, as well as graced the covers of GQ, Esquire, etc... , Ms. Fox is about as mysterious as a Big Mac meal. I have nothing against Big Macs; they are quite tasty, and filling. However, if it is a Saturday night, and I'm in the mood for some culinary surprises, I won't be climbing into my car and heading toward the nearest Golden Arches.
My hope for Bond 23 is that, instead of going after a hottie du jour, the Bond producers will look for a hidden gem who will surprise and delight us.
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I thought she was great in Transformers (although, I really liked Rachael Taylor) but she is getting far too big for her own boots. She knows she's sexy, which IMO makes her less so - and this recent rumour (which her agency is now denying - they're saying she has never even be offered the role 8-) is just adding to my opinion that she need to do a bit of growing up.
Youth hey, wasted on the young
A very good point Dan. Not classy enough. Among other things, including what I believe to be the main problem though others here don't seem to be bothered by it. She really looks way too young to star opposite DC.
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"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
"Yeah, well, this isn't a movie about acting. I mean, I should be doing Lady Macbeth or Hedda Gabler or something, but the guys just want to see my smokin' hot bod and I guess I should satisfy their wishes. But, gawd, I can't believe people are still watching James Bond movies--I mean, they've been around, what, twenty years? Thirty? Get a life! But I should be grateful, because it was another paycheck, and, hey, I really ROCKED that bikini in that scene, didn't I? I just wish I didn't have to kiss Daniel Craig--yucko! He could be my dad! Wait, did I say being in a Bond movie isn't about acting? I should get a f---ing Oscar for being able to do that scene without hurling!"
Kissing? I guess someone didn't tell her what most Bond girls have done with Bond.
Jill St. John only got cast because she was sleeping with one of the top people at United Artists. As it turned out she was perfect for the part, so I'm not exactly saying that I'm against this sort of practice... :v
As for Megan Fox, she is indeed too young. Look at what they did in FYEO. Even though I still think Carole Bouqet is one of the most attractive Bondgirls, she was completely mismatched with Roger Moore.
She would not be a good match opposite Craig as she is too young, although she is sexy. IMO the producers haven't cast a really sexy lead actress in a long time. Sexy goes deeper than just your looks, it includes your attitude and your presence. Sophie Marceu was sexy, as was Carey Lowell. No one was sexier than Luciana Paluzzi.
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Assuming her career doesn't implode, I don't see her as a Bond girl, especially with Craig in the lead. She is simply too young (there is a 20 year age gap) and, quite frankly, way too immature. For all her good looks, she really lacks a sense of sophistication that I personally associate with the more successful Bond girls.
On the other hand, I think she could work as a heavy (though not a lead villain) in a Bond film; something along the lines of a Fiona Volpe or Fatima Blush as she seems to enjoy playing the "bad girl". I'd kill any romantic angle though. Fox recently confessed to being equally attracted to women as well as men (she's said this so many times that its clearly more than a stab at publicity) and has confessed to even having a crush on Angelina Jolie. I could envision them as a latter day inversion of Wint and Kidd. If the producers really wanted her, something like that might make for an interesting angle.
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That's an interesting idea. There hasn't been a good female baddie in a DC Bond film yet, so it would be good to have one in Bond 23.
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
She is a media phenomena more than an actress.
But I did see her in "How to loose friends & alienate peple" and i liked what I saw .....
She was sex (as can be expected), but I also saw a talent for comedy.
When wee see "Jennifer's body" (and Megan's too!
Can't a certain Mod "abuse" their powers for a day and lock this thread, then re-open after the fourth? Just asking?
God you straight boys are so silly, can't stop talking about a girl for one day.
Now excuse me, I must attend my daily Paul Telfer fan club meeting...