Bond 23 in November 2012

Ricardo C.

Loeffelholz wrote:

Ricardo C. wrote:

blueman wrote:

Nope. That was an entirely different mentality, entirely.

Yes actually. Well meaning but ultimately ending up making a cut and paste Bond film. We don't need yet another Bond film giving nods to the past stuff. Quantum of Solace is almost as guilty as Die Another Day in the respect taking the old ideas and stuffing them into a new film.

Oh brother 8-)

We'll just have to disagree, as I don't feel that classic Connery and DAD are that much alike. Showing scenes or images from past films, in the opening credits, is IMO quite different than 'cutting and pasting' a kitchen sinker, with recycled story elements permeating the entire film.

But I won't be drawn into such a tired debate...and you've already admonished me about "jumping to conclusions" in this thread :x

In a way, you remind me of Oscar Jade, Ricardo. You've got a way with people... )

I am just really tired of citing past Bond films, in any form, when these movies should be moving foward instead of harping on when it used to be fresh. Bond 23 should have as much obligation to be a good film for the sake of just being a good film, not because of some anniversary.

Loeffelholz

I agree with you in principle. It's just that, based on known history, Eon strikes me as highly unlikely to let a 50th Anniversary pass quietly---not jumping to conclusions, nor endorsing the mentality which led to DAD...just drawing a logical hypothesis based upon known factual data. And if they're unable to resist the impulse, a tribute-themed title sequence is (IMRO) the least obtrusive way in which to indulge it. And then just have a movie! :007)

Ricardo C.

Loeffelholz wrote:

I agree with you in principle. It's just that, based on known history, Eon strikes me as highly unlikely to let a 50th Anniversary pass quietly---not jumping to conclusions, nor endorsing the mentality which led to DAD...just drawing a logical hypothesis based upon known factual data. And if they're unable to resist the impulse, a tribute-themed title sequence is (IMRO) the least obtrusive way in which to do so.

I just hope it's largely regulated to anything outside the films. Some collectable merchandise and such.

Loeffelholz

That would be better still, of course.

blueman

In the credits ala OHMSS would seem fine IMO. Not sure how it would make sense, but that's what million-dollar writers/directors/etc. get paid for!

HowardB

Give us a gunbarrel before the teaser, a little more of the James Bond Theme and as "Barry-escue" a score as possible, bring back "Q" (I don't know if Moneypenny would fit anymore), have Craig's Bond complete his evolution into the cold, sardonic, hedonistic, government troubleshooter / assassin we love and of course the ultimate homage would be to put this all together and make the best damn Bond film ever.

jorgem1

Should Bond 23 be released on July 2012 instead of November? That would also coincide with the Summer Olympics in London. I expect Bond 23 be released on July 27, 2012 or a week earlier. They should make an Olympic-themed Bond movie.

:)

Ricardo C.

jorgem1 wrote:

Should Bond 23 be released on July 2012 instead of November? That would also coincide with the Summer Olympics in London. I expect Bond 23 be released on July 27, 2012 or a week earlier. They should make an Olympic-themed Bond movie.

:)

Olympic themed Bond film ? Why needlessly date the film ?

AdamOmega

HowardB wrote:

Give us a gunbarrel before the teaser, a little more of the James Bond Theme and as "Barry-escue" a score as possible, bring back "Q" (I don't know if Moneypenny would fit anymore), have Craig's Bond complete his evolution into the cold, sardonic, hedonistic, government troubleshooter / assassin we love and of course the ultimate homage would be to put this all together and make the best damn Bond film ever.

Pretty much agreed (although I'd personally like to see Moneypenny return in any case)! Bond 23 should be nothing short of amazing. Connery has his Goldfinger, Roger Moore had his Spy Who Loved Me... let's see what'll come out of Craig's third outing. -{

Number24

Moneypenny should be more of a Personal assistant than a secretary, and I see no reason why she shouldn't return.

AdamOmega

Number24 wrote:

Moneypenny should be more of a Personal assistant than a secretary, and I see no reason why she shouldn't return.

Agreed. Moneypenny is one of the elements that make the Bond franchise so distinctive; a female character who enjoys this flirtatious-yet-somewhat-professional relationship with 007.

Penelope Smallbone, on the other hand, I think we can all do without...?

DangerMouse

Ricardo C. wrote:

jorgem1 wrote:

Should Bond 23 be released on July 2012 instead of November? That would also coincide with the Summer Olympics in London. I expect Bond 23 be released on July 27, 2012 or a week earlier. They should make an Olympic-themed Bond movie.

:)

Olympic themed Bond film ? Why needlessly date the film ?

They could have Bond trying to save a part of the London Olympics building from someone working for the main villain blowing it up in the pre-credits sequence. Then that could set up the plot of the film where they found out who ordered the attack.

Ricardo C.

DangerMouse wrote:

Ricardo C. wrote:

jorgem1 wrote:

Should Bond 23 be released on July 2012 instead of November? That would also coincide with the Summer Olympics in London. I expect Bond 23 be released on July 27, 2012 or a week earlier. They should make an Olympic-themed Bond movie.

:)

Olympic themed Bond film ? Why needlessly date the film ?

They could have Bond trying to save a part of the London Olympics building from someone working for the main villain blowing it up in the pre-credits sequence. Then that could set up the plot of the film where they found out who ordered the attack.

I think that's good plot for another kind of thriller, not a James Bond film.

dickiebart

I like the ideas of some sort of 50th anniversary-esque title sequence, but thats it. We do deserve something, but not past props and quips a la DAD, Can't wait. Let the rumours and tidbits begin!

Thunderpussy

This is supposed to be a New Bond, so how can they have clips from older movies connected to it,The homage to Goldfinger in QOS was IMHO a mistake.Just try and make the Best film they can,and not cobble together a miss-mash of bits from earlier Bonds.Sadly I think the producers have one eye on the past glory of the Bond series and the other watching what J Bourne is doing,Leaving none to see the future direction of the series.