Which Bond is the Best Actor?

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  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    From Archibald,
    Daniel Craig is best

    Well he Certainly THINKS he is ! :v :)) :))


    Welcome Aboard Archibald -{

    Don't worry DC has many fans here
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • LexiLexi LondonPosts: 3,000MI6 Agent
    From Archibald,
    Daniel Craig is best

    Well he Certainly THINKS he is ! :v :)) :))


    Welcome Aboard Archibald -{

    Don't worry DC has many fans here

    Many fans? Really..... are they allowed on here anymore....?

    I have to say that the many, many, many comments about DC fans are the 'chosen ones', and that DC is the one that can 'do no wrong' have taken their toll....and before you think I am saying that no one is allowed to post anything negative about Craig, I'm not.... everyone is allowed their opinion, however I feel like I can't post any comment that says something positive about him anymore. :#

    Teasing is one thing... (a sign of affection I've been told :v) but I don't feel like I'm being teased....

    Oversensitive....? Maybe, but it's how I feel.
    She's worth whatever chaos she brings to the table and you know it. ~ Mark Anthony
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    It's probably something to do with the human experience, As to How two people can have wildly different views of the same situation,
    Lexi feels AJB is an almost anti Craig Forum, Where as I feel it's a very Pro Craig forum. I suspect the truth is, somewhere in between :)
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • Napoleon PluralNapoleon Plural LondonPosts: 10,467MI6 Agent
    Plus there's the pic I posted in the X-Factor thread of The broom and the Backside (hmm, sounds like a mid-70s Disney film)...

    Anyway, it used to be more pro-Craig with High Hopes and Loeffs putting in a strong showing...
    "This is where we leave you Mr Bond."

    Roger Moore 1927-2017
  • zaphodzaphod Posts: 1,183MI6 Agent
    Lexi wrote:
    From Archibald,
    Daniel Craig is best

    Well he Certainly THINKS he is ! :v :)) :))


    Welcome Aboard Archibald -{

    Don't worry DC has many fans here

    Many fans? Really..... are they allowed on here anymore....?

    I have to say that the many, many, many comments about DC fans are the 'chosen ones', and that DC is the one that can 'do no wrong' have taken their toll....and before you think I am

    saying that no one is allowed to post anything negative about Craig, I'm not.... everyone is allowed their opinion, however I feel like I can't post any comment that says something positive about him anymore. :#
    Teasing is one thing... (a sign of affection I've been told :v) but I don't feel like I'm being teased....

    Oversensitive....? Maybe, but it's how I feel.


    That's a real shame Lexi, and I hope that you don't let it stop you. I pretty much share TP's view that it is our perspective which colours our view. For example I have often felt very similar to you but in the opposite direction in as much as I felt that any questioning of DC and/or his interpretation was really swimming against the tide, and one would be accused of wanting to hark back to double taking Pigeons and naff one liners.
    There should and indeed is room for a real diversity of views. For my own part my opinion of DC as Bond is complex and nuanced. I really admire a lot about his Bond, and do believe that he is a very good actor with professional integrity. That said there are things that don't sit well for me so being pro or anti is just to crude a description to capture the full range of opinion.
  • LexiLexi LondonPosts: 3,000MI6 Agent
    zaphod wrote:
    Lexi wrote:
    From Archibald,


    Well he Certainly THINKS he is ! :v :)) :))


    Welcome Aboard Archibald -{

    Don't worry DC has many fans here

    Many fans? Really..... are they allowed on here anymore....?

    I have to say that the many, many, many comments about DC fans are the 'chosen ones', and that DC is the one that can 'do no wrong' have taken their toll....and before you think I am

    saying that no one is allowed to post anything negative about Craig, I'm not.... everyone is allowed their opinion, however I feel like I can't post any comment that says something positive about him anymore. :#
    Teasing is one thing... (a sign of affection I've been told :v) but I don't feel like I'm being teased....

    Oversensitive....? Maybe, but it's how I feel.


    That's a real shame Lexi, and I hope that you don't let it stop you. I pretty much share TP's view that it is our perspective which colours our view. For example I have often felt very similar to you but in the opposite direction in as much as I felt that any questioning of DC and/or his interpretation was really swimming against the tide, and one would be accused of wanting to hark back to double taking Pigeons and naff one liners.
    There should and indeed is room for a real diversity of views. For my own part my opinion of DC as Bond is complex and nuanced. I really admire a lot about his Bond, and do believe that he is a very good actor with professional integrity. That said there are things that don't sit well for me so being pro or anti is just to crude a description to capture the full range of opinion.

    Yes, I can understand that - and your view Zaphod is well balanced and I can totally respect your opinion, I'm sure we've debated about this before -{

    It's just the constant snide remarks (and I do feel they are snide, rather than a friendly leg pull ;) )... and constant berating that is just getting a little tiring. To begin with it was quite funny.... but alas, not anymore.

    But I'm sure a balance of the two (hopefully) will be resumed :D
    She's worth whatever chaos she brings to the table and you know it. ~ Mark Anthony
  • zaphodzaphod Posts: 1,183MI6 Agent
    Lexi wrote:
    zaphod wrote:
    Lexi wrote:

    Many fans? Really..... are they allowed on here anymore....?

    I have to say that the many, many, many comments about DC fans are the 'chosen ones', and that DC is the one that can 'do no wrong' have taken their toll....and before you think I

    saying that no one is allowed to post anything negative about Craig, I'm not.... everyone is allowed their opinion, however I feel like I can't post any comment that says something positive about him anymore. :#
    Teasing is one thing... (a sign of affection I've been told :v) but I don't feel like I'm being teased....

    Oversensitive....? Maybe, but it's how I feel.


    That's a real shame Lexi, and I hope that you don't let it stop you. I pretty much share TP's view that it is our perspective which colours our view. For example I have often felt very similar to you but in the opposite direction in as much as I felt that any questioning of DC and/or hisinterpretation was really swimming against the tide, and one would be accused of wanting to hark back to double taking Pigeons and naff one liners.
    There should and indeed is room for a real diversity of views. For my own part my opinion of DC as Bond is complex and nuanced. I really admire a lot about his Bond, and do believe that he is a very good actor with professional integrity. That said there are things that don't sit well for me so being pro or anti is just to crude a description to capture the full range of opinion.





    Yes, I can understand that - and your view Zaphod is well balanced and I can totally respect your opinion, I'm sure we've debated about this before -{

    It's just the constant snide remarks (and I do feel they are snide, rather than a friendly leg pull ;) )... and constant berating that is just getting a little tiring. To begin with it was quite funny.... but alas, not anymore.

    But I'm sure a balance of the two (hopefully) will be resumed :D

    I hope so. Things are just gearing up, and the press conference is imminent. I don't think that you will be able to help yourself once you actually see your 'beloved Daniel ' talking about Bond 23. Besides once we have some real information and news perhaps we can concentrate on what I believe and hope will be a truly superb addition to the series and move on from my favourite Bond or 27 things that I hate about LTK etc so please 'stick with the programme.
  • LexiLexi LondonPosts: 3,000MI6 Agent
    zaphod wrote:
    Lexi wrote:
    zaphod wrote:


    That's a real shame Lexi, and I hope that you don't let it stop you. I pretty much share TP's view that it is our perspective which colours our view. For example I have often felt very similar to you but in the opposite direction in as much as I felt that any questioning of DC and/or hisinterpretation was really swimming against the tide, and one would be accused of wanting to hark back to double taking Pigeons and naff one liners.
    There should and indeed is room for a real diversity of views. For my own part my opinion of DC as Bond is complex and nuanced. I really admire a lot about his Bond, and do believe that he is a very good actor with professional integrity. That said there are things that don't sit well for me so being pro or anti is just to crude a description to capture the full range of opinion.





    Yes, I can understand that - and your view Zaphod is well balanced and I can totally respect your opinion, I'm sure we've debated about this before -{

    It's just the constant snide remarks (and I do feel they are snide, rather than a friendly leg pull ;) )... and constant berating that is just getting a little tiring. To begin with it was quite funny.... but alas, not anymore.

    But I'm sure a balance of the two (hopefully) will be resumed :D

    I hope so. Things are just gearing up, and the press conference is imminent. I don't think that you will be able to help yourself once you actually see your 'beloved Daniel ' talking about Bond 23. Besides once we have some real information and news perhaps we can concentrate on what I believe and hope will be a truly superb addition to the series and move on from my favourite Bond or 27 things that I hate about LTK etc so please 'stick with the programme.

    :)) :))

    "My beloved Daniel" :))

    .... well, I can't resist him for long, even if he has shacked up with Rachel whatshername... :D

    (oh, and don't worry.... I never give up.... it's one of my few stengths.... (or weaknesses, depending on your viewpoint ;) )
    She's worth whatever chaos she brings to the table and you know it. ~ Mark Anthony
  • Donald GrantDonald Grant U.S.A.Posts: 2,251Quartermasters
    Lex,

    I'm not sure where you got the impression that there are a lot of Craig bashers on here. I feel just the opposite. I feel like there is a majority that feels that Craig is one of the best since Connery. That's not to say I was thrilled when I first heard Craig had assumed the mantle because I wasn't. To me, he was the very antithesis of Bond. But Mr. Craig surprised me. He suspended my disbelief and made me buy him as Bond. I suppose it was his acting chops, but I totally bought Craig as a former arrogant, SBS operative now working for SIS with a never quit attitude and a f**k the rules mentality. You are not alone!

    DG
    So, what sharp little eyes you've got...wait till you get to my teeth.
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    "People sleep peacefully in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf." Richard Grenier after George Orwell, Washington Times 1993.
  • LexiLexi LondonPosts: 3,000MI6 Agent
    Lex,

    I'm not sure where you got the impression that there are a lot of Craig bashers on here. I feel just the opposite. I feel like there is a majority that feels that Craig is one of the best since Connery. That's not to say I was thrilled when I first heard Craig had assumed the mantle because I wasn't. To me, he was the very antithesis of Bond. But Mr. Craig surprised me. He suspended my disbelief and made me buy him as Bond. I suppose it was his acting chops, but I totally bought Craig as a former arrogant, SBS operative now working for SIS with a never quit attitude and a f**k the rules mentality. You are not alone!

    DG

    Thanks DG - and there aren't. Just one in particular that seems to like to pull the pigtails....( or tease the dog with a stick through a fence) a tad too much..... just for once, I thought I would actually voice it out loud, rather than log out of AJB, or log in and actualy post :)) ;)
    She's worth whatever chaos she brings to the table and you know it. ~ Mark Anthony
  • Sir MilesSir Miles The Wrong Side Of The WardrobePosts: 27,756Chief of Staff
    Where as I feel it's a very Pro Craig forum.

    You probably think that TP because all the respected members on AJB now appreciate DC's take on Bond :p


    :))
    YNWA 97
  • 7700777007 Posts: 502MI6 Agent
    Craig makes Dalton and his films look weaker than ever. That's bound to make a few people cranky and lash out against Craig.
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    Just look at all the posts in support of DC, :D
    as My original post said " Welcome, D Craig has many fans Here "
    Damn, I love it when I'm proved Right. as it happens so often. :))
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    Could one of these be my fate, if lexi gets her hands on me, :v

    http://youtu.be/x7hgPwyQUTc

    :)) :)) :))
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • BlackleiterBlackleiter Washington, DCPosts: 5,615MI6 Agent
    Sean Connery - the only REAL Bond! So stop all this Daniel Craig, Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton nonsense! (Uh oh! I'm in for it now!)
    "Felix Leiter, a brother from Langley."
  • zaphodzaphod Posts: 1,183MI6 Agent
    Sean Connery - the only REAL Bond! So stop all this Daniel Craig, Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton nonsense! (Uh oh! I'm in for it now!)

    I suppose a simple Poll might settle it. But as previously stated a binary yes/no or pro/anti would give me a real problem as I would genuinely struggle. I have come to believe that although the Actor playing Bond is a key factor,it on it's own is not decisive, as good Bonds have been in bad films. In the final analysis I'm not sure it really matters if this forum is predominantly in favour or not, as long as we are able to live with a plurality of views, and accept a little friendly leg pulling. For example I truly feel that Roger was a terrible Bond, wrong in almost as many ways as possible. However I also feel that LALD was a much better film than DAF. It's the complexity and the shades of grey that make it so fascinating.
  • AlexAlex The Eastern SeaboardPosts: 2,694MI6 Agent
    Snide comments about Daniel Craig? Man...I've been reading jabs at Moore for nine years now. You've got to have the skin of a rhino to deflect them. (and the knowledge they're hogwash) :D

    Brosnan seems to be the new whipping boy, which puzzles me since I never heard such volume of negativity when he was Bond. Where were all of those views then?

    On the original topic, I'd think Dalton & Craig could transform into character with the most ease.
  • Agent SidewinderAgent Sidewinder Posts: 223MI6 Agent
    Sean Connery - the only REAL Bond! So stop all this Daniel Craig, Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton nonsense! (Uh oh! I'm in for it now!)

    Ah, you didn't mention Roger Moore! Surely another sign that he's the best.... -{ -{ -{
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    Sir Roger. is in a League of his own. :D -{ -{ -{
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • Agent SidewinderAgent Sidewinder Posts: 223MI6 Agent
    Sir Roger. is in a League of his own. :D -{ -{ -{

    Careful, Thunderpussy, you left a loophole there by not saying what the league is in! Can't be doing that! :o
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    edited November 2011
    Damn, I always get caught out. :))
    He's better than Some and Not as good as others. ( There I think that's safe ) :D
    Couldn't of offended anyone with that surley, But I've been wrong Before. :))

    http://youtu.be/Uirg7flhngo Posted this yesterday, It's Sir Sean commenting on all the other Bonds.
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • BlackleiterBlackleiter Washington, DCPosts: 5,615MI6 Agent
    Roger Moore played Bond? I had no idea! I thought he was playing Brett Sinclair!
    Sean Connery - the only REAL Bond! So stop all this Daniel Craig, Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton nonsense! (Uh oh! I'm in for it now!)

    Ah, you didn't mention Roger Moore! Surely another sign that he's the best.... -{ -{ -{
    "Felix Leiter, a brother from Langley."
  • Agent SidewinderAgent Sidewinder Posts: 223MI6 Agent
    Roger Moore played Bond? I had no idea! I thought he was playing Brett Sinclair!
    Sean Connery - the only REAL Bond! So stop all this Daniel Craig, Pierce Brosnan, Timothy Dalton nonsense! (Uh oh! I'm in for it now!)

    Ah, you didn't mention Roger Moore! Surely another sign that he's the best.... -{ -{ -{

    No, Brett Sinclair played Bond in those films. Roger Moore is just a stage name ("roger more"....geddit?)
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    I think BL he was Lord Brett Sinclair, we commoners have to know our Place. :))
    And I for One would Like to Roger More, but I just don't have the time. :v Yes another Old Joke.
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • BlackleiterBlackleiter Washington, DCPosts: 5,615MI6 Agent
    TP - you slay me! Even though you are a Roger Moore booster and a Daniel Craig basher, we're cool. But don't you ever DARE suggest Moore was better than Connery! Them's fighting words! :))
    I think BL he was Lord Brett Sinclair, we commoners have to know our Place. :))
    And I for One would Like to Roger More, but I just don't have the time. :v Yes another Old Joke.
    "Felix Leiter, a brother from Langley."
  • Blofeld's Other CatBlofeld's Other Cat Posts: 29MI6 Agent
    My favorite of the Bond actors is Connery.
    I still haven't warmed up for Craig, he seems cold, unsexy, and I can't imagine Bond as a blond.
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