Thread: Bond 23

Originally Posted by Gregzs

Naomie Harris is set to star as Miss Moneypenny

You're fucking kidding me...

Since when is Moneypenny black??? Not that it is a big deal just a bit of a departure from the other 22 films, just saying. At least we don't have to listen to Denise Richards or Madonna attempt to act!

Has Rhys Ifans Been Cast In Bond 23?

Has Rhys Ifans Been Cast In Bond 23?

Reports are coming in that The Amazing Spider-Man actor has joined the already impressive cast of Sam Mendes' currently untitled James Bond 23..
According to he usually-reliable columnist 'Mandrake' in today's edition of The UK Telegraph, Rhys Ifans has joined the cast of Sam Mendes' James Bond flick..

He(Mendes) is clearly taking his mission seriously, as Mandrake hears that he has cast Rhys Ifans, who once enjoyed a passionate cinematic kiss with Craig.

“Ifans will appear in the film, as well as Javier Bardem, who will play the baddie,” says my man with the golden gun. “Much of the filming will take place in South Africa.”

Take it as a rumor until we have confirmation, but this would seem to be legit. As the original article references, Ifans and Craig have acted together before in a strange little movie called Enduring Love. It's worth a watch, and the two certainly have some screen chemistry so seeing em together in a Bond movie could be an awesome prospect.

We will of course see Ifans as Dr Curt Connors/The Lizard in MarcWebb's The Amazing Spider-Man early next year. Bond 23 has a release date of October 26th, 2012.

Theres a lot of Movie talk of this forum , maybe it should have its own section ?

Daniel Craig Praises James Bond Script

Daniel Craig Praises James Bond Script

DanielCraig discusses director SamMendes, the script, and the reason you haven't seen any new or interesting gadgets in his version of James Bond.
Craig boldly states that the new Bond movie has a better script then Casino Royale. Hard to believe since to me, Casino Royale is easily in my top 3 Bond Films of all time. I really appreciate this newer version taking on a more realistic approach to the females, the dialogue, and the technology. As discussed in the interview, Austin Powers surprisingly influenced the new Bond films quite a bit.

Originally Posted by Gregzs

Daniel Craig Praises James Bond Script

Daniel Craig Praises James Bond Script

DanielCraig discusses director SamMendes, the script, and the reason you haven't seen any new or interesting gadgets in his version of James Bond.
Craig boldly states that the new Bond movie has a better script then Casino Royale. Hard to believe since to me, Casino Royale is easily in my top 3 Bond Films of all time. I really appreciate this newer version taking on a more realistic approach to the females, the dialogue, and the technology. As discussed in the interview, Austin Powers surprisingly influenced the new Bond films quite a bit.

I find this hysterical

Huge Freight Train Action Sequence For James Bond 23 Revealed!

Huge Freight Train Action Sequence For James Bond 23 Revealed!

Detailing a scene which will see DanielCraig performing stunts on a freight train, the news that the currently untitled Bond 23 movie may no longer be shot in India has revealed a some very interesting information indeed...


A report in The Times Of India points out that James Bond 23 may be planning to film a sequence elsewhere (most likely SouthAfrica) due to the fact that the railways there have not yet given permission to block the tracks in Ahmedabad and Goa for the filming. Not exactly exciting news, eh? Well, have a read of what exactly they're planning on filming...

"This could be one of the biggest Hollywood movies shot in our country. Trains are the backbone of the film. We’ll pay for the shooting and also mention Indian Railways in the credit line. The shooting was supposed to happen in October-November. Now, we’ve postponed it to January-February. For the past three months, we’ve been trying to get things in order. The film has Daniel Craig doing stunts on a freight train. While the Indian Railways has given us permission to shoot, I need to meet someone and explain how important it is for us to block two tracks for eight hours a day over five to six days. For the past 15 days, I’ve been trying to get someone to hear me out. South African authorities are waiting to provide everything that is required to support this movie. If we can’t get this cooperation from India, the film will no longer be shot here."

Should be quite something! While details are somewhat vague, the fact that they require such a lengthy shooting schedule points to this being a big set piece for the SamMendes directed flick. Be sure to share your thoughts in the usual place, and stay tuned for more details as and when we have them.

Originally Posted by Scottydogg

Theres a lot of Movie talk of this forum , maybe it should have its own section ?

One of Bonds old Villains in Bond 23??

One of Bonds old Villains in Bond 23??

Could an old enemy of bond be in the next bond film?
via IGN.com


The spectre of a classic Bond villain loomed large following curious remarks made by Bond 23 screenwriter John Logan at a BAFTA Screenwriters lecture Tuesday. /Film points out this article at WhatCulture! that said:

"Rather interestingly, during the talk last night Logan was reminded by an audience member of a quote that he said some ten years ago that, in his opinion, 'Bond should always fight Blofeld'. When pressed on this he gave a wry smile and said 'Bond should always fight Blofeld'."

Yes, supervillain Ernst Stavro Blofeld, the head of SPECTRE (SPecial Executive for Counter-intelligence, Terrorism, Revenge and Extortion) previously played by the likes of Donald Pleasence, Telly Savalas, Charles Gray and Max Von Sydow.



Blofeld has been rumored as returning for Bond 23 for awhile, with actors such as Michael Sheen and AnthonyHopkins linked with the role. But with JavierBardem and Ralph Fiennes reportedly set for Bond 23, could one of them be the new Blofeld? We shall see.

i wouldnt mind seeing Blofeld, but i dont think he would fit into these new bond movies.

Ola Rapace Set To Join The Cast Of Bond 23?

Ola Rapace Set To Join The Cast Of Bond 23?

Perhaps best known for being the husband of actress Noomi Rapace, the Swedish actor has reportedly joined the cast of the currently untitled Bond 23 in an unspecified role! Hit the jump for details...
Bleeding Cool have spotted a post by Swedish newspaper 'Expressen', which claims that the actor has pulled out of a showjumping event in order to film a role in a big movie instead. So what? Well, it just so happens that their "sources" believe it to be the highly anticipated (and currently untitled) Bond 23!

The paper reportedly asked both his agent and MGM for a comment, but they both refused to either confirm or debunk the news...normally a good indication that it's true. I'm not familiar with any of his past work, but he does seem like the kind of guy DanielCraig's 007 could face off against (as the photo to the left surely proves) but be sure to share your thoughts on all this in the usual place!

Duntrune Castle To Be 007's Ancestral Home In New Bond Film

Duntrune Castle To Be 007's Ancestral Home In New Bond Film

The Owner of Duntrune Castle in Scotland has said that the property will be used for the final scene in the upcoming JamesBond movie and will also be featured as Bond's ancestral home.

Patricia Malcolm, who owns the Duntrune Castle in Scotland, has revealed that the castle will be used in the upcoming Bond 23 film, rumored to be named Skyfall. Filming will take place in February and will also feature all the villains from the movie there. Malcolm also revealed that the castle will also double as the ancestral home for James Bond saying, "They are using the castle, just the outside, it's going to be used for the end of the film. I think it is meant to be James Bond's ancestral home - he will bring all the villains here." Filming of the project is supposedly taking place in China and Turkey, but producers wanted to film a winter scene so they chose Scotland and are bringing their own snow.



The ending of the film will also feature a bunch of explosions and mayhem, with sets being built for the film for the castle to be attack by land and by sea. Said Malcolm, "It looks as if they are going to construct the set and then blow it up. I think they are going to attack the castle from land and sea, there are going to a lot of bangs and explosions."With no other word on who the villain is or even confirmation on the official title looks like we will have to wait a little while to see what all this means for 007.

Harry Potter Actress Helen McCrory Joins the Cast of Bond 23

Harry Potter Actress Helen McCrory Joins the Cast of Bond 23

The Daily Mail is reporting that Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy in 3 Harry Potter films has been added to the next James Bond movie.


Helen played Draco's mother in the HarryPotter franchise, and has a pivotal role in the finale. Without spoiling anything for the few who have not seen the movie, her character displays a lot of emotions, and says so much without saying much of anything in a pulse pounding scene during the climactic battle. The funny thing is that she was originally cast in an earlier Potter film as Bellatrix Lestrange, but she became pregnant and had to bow out. That part of course went to HelenaBonhamCarter.

There is no word yet on which role she'll be playing in the latest Bond film.

Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes has been finalising his cast for the new JamesBond movie and it includes classically trained star Helen McCrory and French beauty Berenice Marlohe as the latest Bond girl.

Ms Marlohe has screen tested for Mendes at Pinewood Studios and met with approval.

Read more: Berenice Marlohe is 007's latest girl after meeting Oscar-winning director's approval | Mail Online

Ben Whishaw and Ms McCrory have as yet unspecified roles.

McCrory was Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter pictures.

She was also in Twelfth Night and Uncle Vanya, Mendes's final productions at the Donmar Warehouse - as was Simon Russell Beale, who had been in discussions about taking a role in Bond 23 until scheduling got in the way.

Read more: Berenice Marlohe is 007's latest girl after meeting Oscar-winning director's approval | Mail Online

Daniel Craig plays a awesome 007

Albert Finney Joins The Cast Of Bond 23

Albert Finney Joins The Cast Of Bond 23

The legendary Irish actor will join the already very impressive cast of SamMendes' latest installment in the Bond franchise. Click to find out a little about who he will be playing..
The Daily Mail UK are reporting that Albert Finney has joined the cast of Sam Mendes' JamesBond flick. A veteran of the stage and screen, this will mark Finney's return to acting after a 5 year hiatus while he battled prostate cancer. According to the site Finney..

..will play a Foreign Office mandarin with powers over the Secret Intelligence Service, described to me as a reasonably big role and full of class. The part probably makes him M’s boss, though she — as played by Judi — might not see it that way.

Money penny black? Fuck it, they went this far so why not make denzel star in rocky 7?

Originally Posted by Scottydogg

Theres a lot of Movie talk of this forum , maybe it should have its own section ?

Not a bad idea.

NEW BOND GIRL'S APPEARANCE AT THE 007 PRESS CONFERENCE

NEW BOND GIRL'S APPEARANCE AT THE 007 PRESS CONFERENCE

During the JamesBond Press Conference, they also had the 1st bond girls appearance


Bond with his girls (new girl Bérénice Marlohe is at left; Naomie Harris, a.k.a. Miss Moneypenny, at right) Jon …

The mainly french film actress Bérénice Marlohe will play "a glamorous, enigmatic character named Severin." That's to say: A Bond girl.

Skyfall's Dame Judi Dench, "Daniel's fantastic...but I do miss Pierce"

Skyfall's Dame Judi Dench, "Daniel's fantastic...but I do miss Pierce"

Besides praising Pierce Brosnan, Dame Judi Dench also revealed that she will be working with Johnny Depp again as she returns for the fifth Pirates of the Caribbean movie.

Ben Whishaw Cast As "Q" In Skyfall

Ben Whishaw Cast As "Q" In Skyfall

It seems that JamesBond's gadget man will return in the next installment and be played by 31 year old British actor Ben Whishaw. A Much younger take on the character then..


We had already heard rumors that Whishaw had been cast in the movie but now the BBC website has confirmed that the young actor will indeed be joining the very impressive cast of SamMendes' Skyfall as none other than Q, the man who provides Bond with all of his cool gadgets.



Q was previously played by Desmond Llewelyn in From Russia With Love and every subsequent Bond movie except Live And Let Die and Never Say Never Again until his passing in 1999. John Cleese then played the character in both of the Pierce Brosnan efforts. So at 31, 12 years younger than DanielCraig, this will definitely be a different take on the sort of mentor/student role we have seen previously.

Whishaw is probably best known for playing the lead in the creepy big screen adaptation of the novel Perfume but he has also appeared in numerous British tv shows. Filming is currently under-way on Skyfall under the direction of Sam Mendes. As well as Daniel Craig and Ben Whishaw the movie stars Javier Bardem, Dame Judi Dench, Naomie Harris, Berenice Marlohe, Ralph Fiennes and Albert Finney.

To hell with who they hired, they need stronger storylines.