Amidst the clamor of eager fans anticipating the next James Bond, rumors and updates about the exhaustive search process are swirling in the air. However, despite all the buzz, there’s still no clear frontrunner. So, why not leave it to AI to uncover the perfect fit?
The Boys star Karl Urban as Billy Butcher
Thus, in a surprising turn of events, a 2020 study suggests that Karl Urban, the star of The Boys, might just be the unexpected choice for 007. He’s stealing the spotlight from big names like Henry Cavill and Idris Elba in the AI’s eyes! Who would’ve thought?
AI Study Claims Karl Urban as Ideal Choice for Next James Bond!
With today’s plethora of AI tools, there seems to be little that AI cannot tackle, though the accuracy may sometimes be up for debate, there is still only a handful of things that the AI cannot do.
The Boys star Karl Urban as Billy Butcher
Thus, in a surprising turn of events, a 2020 study suggests that Karl Urban, the star of The Boys, might just be the unexpected choice for 007. He’s stealing the spotlight from big names like Henry Cavill and Idris Elba in the AI’s eyes! Who would’ve thought?
AI Study Claims Karl Urban as Ideal Choice for Next James Bond!
With today’s plethora of AI tools, there seems to be little that AI cannot tackle, though the accuracy may sometimes be up for debate, there is still only a handful of things that the AI cannot do.
- 5/5/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
In /Film's ranking of every James Bond movie, we rightly placed "Casino Royale" in the number one spot. Of course, those confused on the subject will likely disagree with this ranking. After all, Daniel Craig's Bond wouldn't exist without Sean Connery's iconic portrayal of the super spy, right?
Connery established the Bond blueprint when he starred in the film that kicked off cinema's most enduring franchise, 1962's "Dr. No." But the Scottish star didn't actually have that high opinion of the literary Bond and took it upon himself to somewhat reinvent the spy's persona for the big screen. It's also worth noting that much of the suave sophistication we've come to associate with 007 didn't all come from Connery. In fact, we have director Terrence Young to thank for much of Bond's urbanity. The "Dr. No" filmmaker was, as Connery once put it, somewhat of a "bon vivant," and...
Connery established the Bond blueprint when he starred in the film that kicked off cinema's most enduring franchise, 1962's "Dr. No." But the Scottish star didn't actually have that high opinion of the literary Bond and took it upon himself to somewhat reinvent the spy's persona for the big screen. It's also worth noting that much of the suave sophistication we've come to associate with 007 didn't all come from Connery. In fact, we have director Terrence Young to thank for much of Bond's urbanity. The "Dr. No" filmmaker was, as Connery once put it, somewhat of a "bon vivant," and...
- 5/4/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
To understand the love letter that is “The Fall Guy” — a passion project of former stunt performer turned A-list action director David Leitch — consider that Drew Pearce couldn’t write the script until Leitch identified the old-school stunts that would serve as its centerpieces.
IndieWire talked to Leitch and stunt designer Chris O’Hara about four of those jaw-dropping action scenes: the record-breaking cannon roll on the beach, the 225-foot car jump, the helicopter high-fall, and the boat jump. The personal and creative stories of how they came about are almost as gripping as the scenes themselves.
The Cannon Roll
After his accident, stunt double Colt Seavers’ (Ryan Gosling) first stunt is a big one: an explosion that sends his Jeep into a cannon roll. It was so big that Gosling’s own stunt double, Logan Holladay (who is seen on screen buckling Gosling into the Jeep), broke the Guinness World Record with eight-and-half rolls.
IndieWire talked to Leitch and stunt designer Chris O’Hara about four of those jaw-dropping action scenes: the record-breaking cannon roll on the beach, the 225-foot car jump, the helicopter high-fall, and the boat jump. The personal and creative stories of how they came about are almost as gripping as the scenes themselves.
The Cannon Roll
After his accident, stunt double Colt Seavers’ (Ryan Gosling) first stunt is a big one: an explosion that sends his Jeep into a cannon roll. It was so big that Gosling’s own stunt double, Logan Holladay (who is seen on screen buckling Gosling into the Jeep), broke the Guinness World Record with eight-and-half rolls.
- 5/4/2024
- by Chris O'Falt
- Indiewire
Ostensibly a big-screen reboot of the 1980s television series of the same name, “The Fall Guy” is actually director and former stunt performer David Leitch’s love letter to both his wife, producer Kelly McCormick, and the undersung art of stunt work — only not always in that order.
Working closely with screenwriter and executive producer Drew Pearce, who previously scripted his “Fast and the Furious” spinoff “Hobbs & Shaw,” Leitch creates a clearinghouse of gobsmacking stunts (some truly record-breaking) while chronicling the tumultuous relationship between veteran stunt man Colt Seavers (Ryan Gosling) and first-time director Jody Moreno (Emily Blunt). It’s quick-witted (and quick-footed) fun that bridges multiple generations of Hollywood moviemaking, melding together rom-coms and bombastic action into one blockbuster package.
Since making his screenwriting debut on Shane Black’s “Iron Man 3,” Pearce has developed an aptitude for conceiving stories that maintain a singular yet cohesive tonal balance.
Working closely with screenwriter and executive producer Drew Pearce, who previously scripted his “Fast and the Furious” spinoff “Hobbs & Shaw,” Leitch creates a clearinghouse of gobsmacking stunts (some truly record-breaking) while chronicling the tumultuous relationship between veteran stunt man Colt Seavers (Ryan Gosling) and first-time director Jody Moreno (Emily Blunt). It’s quick-witted (and quick-footed) fun that bridges multiple generations of Hollywood moviemaking, melding together rom-coms and bombastic action into one blockbuster package.
Since making his screenwriting debut on Shane Black’s “Iron Man 3,” Pearce has developed an aptitude for conceiving stories that maintain a singular yet cohesive tonal balance.
- 4/30/2024
- by Todd Gilchrist
- Variety Film + TV
We’re just two weeks away from the 77th Cannes Film Festival, and this morning the august French institution revealed who will determine the winners of this year’s awards. A cross-section of international talent will join “Barbie” and “Lady Bird” director Greta Gerwig, who will lead the panel, in an effort to undoubtedly compare apples to oranges and try to make sense of a diverse slate of films from directors like David Cronenberg, Francis Ford Coppola, Sean Baker, Ali Abbasi, and many others.
Lily Gladstone, who won several Best Actress awards last year (but not the Oscar!) for her revolutionary turn in “Killers of the Flower Moon,” is the other American joining Gerwig. The actress, currently seen on FX/Hulu’s “Under the Bridge,” is returning to Cannes one year after Martin Scorsese and Apple Original Films brought “Flower Moon” to the French Riviera festival for its out-of-competition debut.
Lily Gladstone, who won several Best Actress awards last year (but not the Oscar!) for her revolutionary turn in “Killers of the Flower Moon,” is the other American joining Gerwig. The actress, currently seen on FX/Hulu’s “Under the Bridge,” is returning to Cannes one year after Martin Scorsese and Apple Original Films brought “Flower Moon” to the French Riviera festival for its out-of-competition debut.
- 4/29/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- Gold Derby
The Cannes Film Festival has named the eight members of its main Competition jury who will join previously announced president Greta Gerwig in deciding the Palme d’Or and other key prizes at 77th edition running from May 14 to 25.
They are Turkish screenwriter and photographer Ebru Ceylan, U.S. actress Lily Gladstone, French actress Eva Green, Lebanese director and screenwriter Nadine Labaki, Spanish director and screenwriter J.A. Bayona, Italian actor Pierfrancisco Favino, Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda and French actor and producer Omar Sy.
The wife and long-time collaborator of Nuri Bilge Ceylan, screenwriter and photographer Ceylan co-wrote 2014 Palme d’Or winner Winter Sleep and also took co-writing credits on Cannes selected films Three Monkeys (Best Director Prize 2008), Once upon a time in Anatolia (Grand Prix 2011), The Wild Pear Tree (2018) and About Dry Grasses (2023).
Ceylan also appeared as an actress and took art director credits on her husband’s early films...
They are Turkish screenwriter and photographer Ebru Ceylan, U.S. actress Lily Gladstone, French actress Eva Green, Lebanese director and screenwriter Nadine Labaki, Spanish director and screenwriter J.A. Bayona, Italian actor Pierfrancisco Favino, Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda and French actor and producer Omar Sy.
The wife and long-time collaborator of Nuri Bilge Ceylan, screenwriter and photographer Ceylan co-wrote 2014 Palme d’Or winner Winter Sleep and also took co-writing credits on Cannes selected films Three Monkeys (Best Director Prize 2008), Once upon a time in Anatolia (Grand Prix 2011), The Wild Pear Tree (2018) and About Dry Grasses (2023).
Ceylan also appeared as an actress and took art director credits on her husband’s early films...
- 4/29/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
The Cannes Film Festival has unveiled the eight jurors who will be joining jury president Greta Gerwig for the event’s 2024 edition (May 14-25).
They are American actress Lily Gladstone, French actress Eva Green, French actor and producer Omar Sy, Lebanese director and screenwriter Nadine Labaki, Spanish director and screenwriter Juan Antonio Bayona, Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda, Turkish screenwriter and photographer Ebru Ceylan, and Italian actor Pierfrancisco Favino.
The jury will award the Palme d’Or to one of the 22 films in competition at the closing ceremony on May 25. Anatomy Of A Fall picked up the top prize last year.
They are American actress Lily Gladstone, French actress Eva Green, French actor and producer Omar Sy, Lebanese director and screenwriter Nadine Labaki, Spanish director and screenwriter Juan Antonio Bayona, Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda, Turkish screenwriter and photographer Ebru Ceylan, and Italian actor Pierfrancisco Favino.
The jury will award the Palme d’Or to one of the 22 films in competition at the closing ceremony on May 25. Anatomy Of A Fall picked up the top prize last year.
- 4/29/2024
- ScreenDaily
James Bond is the epitome of a cool and collected gentleman. From Sean Connery’s sophistication to Daniel Craig’s intensity, each actor who’s donned the tuxedo has brought their own unique charm to the iconic role of 007.
Daniel Craig as James Bond in a still from Spectre
But with Craig’s final outing as Bond in “No Time to Die,” rumors have run rampant about who will take up the mantle next. While speculation has floated around various actors, some believe it’s high time for a shakeup. This includes the possibility of a female Bond, as an actress has now offered herself for the role.
Famke Janssen from Marvel’s X-Men Would Love To Become James Bond
A still from Boy Kills World
Daniel Craig’s epic run as Bond has come to a fitting end and the question of who will inherit the role has sparked a debate.
Daniel Craig as James Bond in a still from Spectre
But with Craig’s final outing as Bond in “No Time to Die,” rumors have run rampant about who will take up the mantle next. While speculation has floated around various actors, some believe it’s high time for a shakeup. This includes the possibility of a female Bond, as an actress has now offered herself for the role.
Famke Janssen from Marvel’s X-Men Would Love To Become James Bond
A still from Boy Kills World
Daniel Craig’s epic run as Bond has come to a fitting end and the question of who will inherit the role has sparked a debate.
- 4/28/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Pierce Brosnan making his debut in the superhero world was not something had expected. Yet as fate would have it, the actor soon became probably the best part of Dwayne Johnson’s failed superhero venture, Black Adam. Starring as Dr. Fate aka Kent Nelson, Brosnan did an impeccable job and fans have been wanting to see more of him despite his grand sacrifice in the film.
Pierce Brosnan in Tomorrow Never Dies
While James Gunn and Peter Safran bringing one of DC’s oldest comic characters back to the screen seems like a distant dream, Brosnan can make his return to the world of superheroes elsewhere. And if his recent appearance is to be taken into consideration, Brosnan would look incredible as MCU’s Magneto.
Pierce Brosnan Would Be Perfect For MCU’s Magneto
Pierce Brosnan as Dr Fate in Black Adam
Pierce Brosnan is an incredible actor with some extraordinary talents.
Pierce Brosnan in Tomorrow Never Dies
While James Gunn and Peter Safran bringing one of DC’s oldest comic characters back to the screen seems like a distant dream, Brosnan can make his return to the world of superheroes elsewhere. And if his recent appearance is to be taken into consideration, Brosnan would look incredible as MCU’s Magneto.
Pierce Brosnan Would Be Perfect For MCU’s Magneto
Pierce Brosnan as Dr Fate in Black Adam
Pierce Brosnan is an incredible actor with some extraordinary talents.
- 4/28/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
In a scene early in The Fall Guy, a nameless crewmember buckles Ryan Gosling’s seat belt as his character is about to attempt a cannon roll, a classic car stunt, on the set of a fictional science fiction movie called Metal Storm. Gosling plays Hollywood stuntman Colt Seavers, who is reluctantly returning to the film business after an injury, but in many ways the real star of the scene is the background actor buckling him in, Logan Holladay. Though his screen time lasts only a few moments, Holladay was the real-life stunt driver for Gosling — the one who actually steered a Jeep Grand Cherokee down a Sydney beach and rolled it eight and a half times on the sand, breaking the Guinness world record of seven rolls set by Adam Kirley, the driver of James Bond’s Aston Martin in 2006’s Casino Royale.
“I’m like, ‘Whoa, man, am I upside down?...
“I’m like, ‘Whoa, man, am I upside down?...
- 4/25/2024
- by Rebecca Keegan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s turn in Bullet Train has led to theories he’s going to play Bond next. But do actors who play Bond-like characters go on to actually play 007? We take a look.
At the time of writing, at least, there’s much speculation about Aaron Taylor-Johnson and his connection to the James Bond franchise. In March, a British newspaper with a big red masthead spread the rumour that the actor is secretly being lined up to play 007, taking over from Daniel Craig.
It’s a rumour so persistent that Taylor-Johnson has started to get a bit cross when ‘The Bond Question’ is brought up in interviews. When asked by an Associated Press reporter about the whole matter, Taylor-Johnson looked down at his feet, as though trying to repress some terrifying wellspring of anger, before abruptly marching off with a chirpy, “Alright, have a good one!”
Adding fuel to...
At the time of writing, at least, there’s much speculation about Aaron Taylor-Johnson and his connection to the James Bond franchise. In March, a British newspaper with a big red masthead spread the rumour that the actor is secretly being lined up to play 007, taking over from Daniel Craig.
It’s a rumour so persistent that Taylor-Johnson has started to get a bit cross when ‘The Bond Question’ is brought up in interviews. When asked by an Associated Press reporter about the whole matter, Taylor-Johnson looked down at his feet, as though trying to repress some terrifying wellspring of anger, before abruptly marching off with a chirpy, “Alright, have a good one!”
Adding fuel to...
- 4/24/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
“The Fall Guy” is set to hit theaters soon, starring Ryan Gosling as Colt Seavers, a down-on-his-luck stuntman. The action-comedy movie also features Emily Blunt and it would be great to have Kitty from “Oppenheimer” star alongside Ken from “Barbie”.
A still from the trailer of Fall Guy
However, even before its official release, the film is grabbing headlines for a different reason. Early screenings have revealed a joke that has landed with a thud. The movie’s decision to add humor to the Johnny Depp – Amber Heard controversy was not very well received by the preview screening viewers.
Fans React to The Johnny Depp – Amber Heard Joke Heard In The Fall Guy
A still from Pirates of the Carribean
Early screenings of The Fall Guy have left viewers fuming over a joke about Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. In the movie, Hannah Waddingham’s character walks into a messy...
A still from the trailer of Fall Guy
However, even before its official release, the film is grabbing headlines for a different reason. Early screenings have revealed a joke that has landed with a thud. The movie’s decision to add humor to the Johnny Depp – Amber Heard controversy was not very well received by the preview screening viewers.
Fans React to The Johnny Depp – Amber Heard Joke Heard In The Fall Guy
A still from Pirates of the Carribean
Early screenings of The Fall Guy have left viewers fuming over a joke about Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. In the movie, Hannah Waddingham’s character walks into a messy...
- 4/23/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
From a certain point of view, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare star Eiza González may have just played the original real-life Bond girl.
Ungentlemanly Warfare, the first of González’s three Guy Ritchie movies to hit theaters, is loosely based on the recently declassified Operation Postmaster, chronicling Winston Churchill’s Special Operations Executive (Soe) and their covert mission to neutralize Nazi Germany’s U-boats during World War II. The efforts of these unauthorized commandos and spies helped change the course of the war, allowing the United States to then join the European Theater of Operations in 1942.
In the action-thriller, González plays Marjorie Stewart, a talented soldier-spy who’s equally gifted as a performer. Together with Babs Olusanmokun’s Heron, Stewart set up shop at the Nazi-frequented island of Fernando Po, where they communicated the Nazis’ latest comings and goings to their fellow Soe personnel, including a group of commandos that...
Ungentlemanly Warfare, the first of González’s three Guy Ritchie movies to hit theaters, is loosely based on the recently declassified Operation Postmaster, chronicling Winston Churchill’s Special Operations Executive (Soe) and their covert mission to neutralize Nazi Germany’s U-boats during World War II. The efforts of these unauthorized commandos and spies helped change the course of the war, allowing the United States to then join the European Theater of Operations in 1942.
In the action-thriller, González plays Marjorie Stewart, a talented soldier-spy who’s equally gifted as a performer. Together with Babs Olusanmokun’s Heron, Stewart set up shop at the Nazi-frequented island of Fernando Po, where they communicated the Nazis’ latest comings and goings to their fellow Soe personnel, including a group of commandos that...
- 4/22/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Inside Henry Cavill’s Audition for James Bond Martin Campbell, known for directing Casino Royale, has given an exclusive insight into the audition process for the next James Bond which included Henry Cavill. Remarkably, Campbell described Cavill’s performance as tremendous, detailing the actor’s potential to have filled 007’s shoes had Daniel Craig not been selected. The Decision Behind Choosing Craig Over Cavill Campbell noted that if if Daniel didn’t exist, Cavill would have been a superb choice for the role of James Bond. This commentary not only highlights Cavill’s impressive audition but also brings attention to the challenging decisions faced
The post Henry Cavill’s Remarkable James Bond Audition Explored by 007 Director first appeared on TVovermind.
The post Henry Cavill’s Remarkable James Bond Audition Explored by 007 Director first appeared on TVovermind.
- 4/22/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The new spy thriller set during World War II entitled The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare has the unique distinction of being a somewhat true account of not only a pivotal mission during the campaign, but also of the germination of the character of James Bond – to a certain extent at least.
Ostensibly based on true events documented in recently declassified British War Department documents, the film The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare imparts the tale of an organization created during World War II under the guidance of Prime Minister Winston Chruchill. This “top-secret” unit is comprised of a group of men (and one woman) brought together by Gus March-Phillips (Henry Cavill) to undertake an audacious mission that could alter the course of the war against the Nazis.
Phillips is recruited for this mission by Brigadier Gubbins (Cary Elwes) – otherwise known as “M” – and his second in command Ian Fleming (Freddie Fox...
Ostensibly based on true events documented in recently declassified British War Department documents, the film The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare imparts the tale of an organization created during World War II under the guidance of Prime Minister Winston Chruchill. This “top-secret” unit is comprised of a group of men (and one woman) brought together by Gus March-Phillips (Henry Cavill) to undertake an audacious mission that could alter the course of the war against the Nazis.
Phillips is recruited for this mission by Brigadier Gubbins (Cary Elwes) – otherwise known as “M” – and his second in command Ian Fleming (Freddie Fox...
- 4/19/2024
- by Mike Tyrkus
- CinemaNerdz
With Daniel Craig bowing out after his James Bond was blasted into the afterlife at the end of 2023's "No Time to Die," the question of who will take on the iconic role next has been following the franchise for quite some time. In 2024, as our cultural norms shift and evolve, there's no reason why the super spy couldn't be played by anybody — maybe even, dare I suggest, a woman?
Prior to the release of "No Time to Die," the internet was abuzz with rumors that British actress Lashana Lynch would be the next 007. When the film arrived, it was revealed that Lynch's character, Nomi, did indeed inherit the codename from her predecessor. Later in the film, however, she requests that the title be given back to Bond, after which she takes on the codename 005. So, we didn't get a female Bond, but we sort of did for...
Prior to the release of "No Time to Die," the internet was abuzz with rumors that British actress Lashana Lynch would be the next 007. When the film arrived, it was revealed that Lynch's character, Nomi, did indeed inherit the codename from her predecessor. Later in the film, however, she requests that the title be given back to Bond, after which she takes on the codename 005. So, we didn't get a female Bond, but we sort of did for...
- 4/12/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Henry Cavill’s new movie, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, has a surprising link to 007. Set to release this April, the film is loosely based on the real-life exploits of the Special Operations Executive (Soe), a covert British organization crucial to the Allied victory.
Henry Cavill as Gus March-Phillipps in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
However, it takes some creative liberties from historical events for entertainment purposes. Guy Ritchie, known for directing action films like Sherlock Holmes and Snatch, is directing the film.
Recently, Cavill teased that the film has a James Bond link. This would be interesting news for 007 fans, given that the 40-year-old didn’t get to play the role.
James Bond Connection Revealed in Henry Cavill’s Upcoming Movie
During a recent interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Henry Cavill dropped an interesting bombshell about his character in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. He revealed that...
Henry Cavill as Gus March-Phillipps in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
However, it takes some creative liberties from historical events for entertainment purposes. Guy Ritchie, known for directing action films like Sherlock Holmes and Snatch, is directing the film.
Recently, Cavill teased that the film has a James Bond link. This would be interesting news for 007 fans, given that the 40-year-old didn’t get to play the role.
James Bond Connection Revealed in Henry Cavill’s Upcoming Movie
During a recent interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Henry Cavill dropped an interesting bombshell about his character in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. He revealed that...
- 4/10/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Clockwise from top left: Vera Drew in The People’s Joker, Sean Connery in Never Say Never Again, and Jay Underwood in Fantastic FourPhoto: Altered Innocence, Screenshot: YouTube, YouTube
We live in a world dominated by intellectual property. Save for Oppenheimer and The Sound Of Freedom, last year’s 10 highest-grossing...
We live in a world dominated by intellectual property. Save for Oppenheimer and The Sound Of Freedom, last year’s 10 highest-grossing...
- 4/9/2024
- by Matt Schimkowitz
- avclub.com
Lashana Lynch became the first woman to own the 007 title in the 2021 James Bond tentpole “No Time to Die,” but it turns out a plan to make James Bond a woman was actually pitched over 60 years prior. In Nicholas Shakespeare’s upcoming biography of Bond author Ian Fleming, titled “Ian Fleming: The Complete Man,” it’s confirmed that producer Gregory Ratoff floated the idea of casting Susan Hayward in a film adaptation of Fleming’s first Bond novel “Casino Royale.”
Shakespeare writes in the biography (via IndieWire): “Since the mid-1950s, many well-known actors had been approached [to play Bond]. Gregory Ratoff had the arresting idea of having Bond played by a woman, Susan Hayward. Ian had entertained several possibilities, from Richard Burton (‘I think that Richard Burton would be by far the best James Bond’), to James Stewart (‘I wouldn’t at all mind him as Bond if he can slightly...
Shakespeare writes in the biography (via IndieWire): “Since the mid-1950s, many well-known actors had been approached [to play Bond]. Gregory Ratoff had the arresting idea of having Bond played by a woman, Susan Hayward. Ian had entertained several possibilities, from Richard Burton (‘I think that Richard Burton would be by far the best James Bond’), to James Stewart (‘I wouldn’t at all mind him as Bond if he can slightly...
- 4/8/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Yes, a female James Bond has been over a half-century in the making.
Before Lashana Lynch briefly donned the 007 title in “No Time to Die,” the film adaptation of “Dr. No,” a woman was in talks to lead the franchise 50 years prior.
In Nicholas Shakespeare’s upcoming biography of Bond author Ian Fleming, titled “Ian Fleming: The Complete Man,” it’s revealed that original “Casino Royale” producer Gregory Ratoff had imagined a woman in the titular lead role. In fact, Oscar-winning actress Susan Hayward was in Ratoff’s mind to take the part.
Prior to “Casino Royale,” the two Bond films had floundered with “Thunderball” and “Casino Royale” receiving poor reviews, hence the proposed gender-swap.
Shakespeare writes in the biography, “Since the mid-1950s, many well-known actors had been approached. Gregory Ratoff had the arresting idea of having Bond played by a woman, Susan Hayward. Ian had entertained several possibilities,...
Before Lashana Lynch briefly donned the 007 title in “No Time to Die,” the film adaptation of “Dr. No,” a woman was in talks to lead the franchise 50 years prior.
In Nicholas Shakespeare’s upcoming biography of Bond author Ian Fleming, titled “Ian Fleming: The Complete Man,” it’s revealed that original “Casino Royale” producer Gregory Ratoff had imagined a woman in the titular lead role. In fact, Oscar-winning actress Susan Hayward was in Ratoff’s mind to take the part.
Prior to “Casino Royale,” the two Bond films had floundered with “Thunderball” and “Casino Royale” receiving poor reviews, hence the proposed gender-swap.
Shakespeare writes in the biography, “Since the mid-1950s, many well-known actors had been approached. Gregory Ratoff had the arresting idea of having Bond played by a woman, Susan Hayward. Ian had entertained several possibilities,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
“It was all me, James. It’s always been me,” the villain played by Christoph Waltz reveals to super spy James Bond. “The author of all your pain.”
The name of that author? Ernst Stavro Blofeld. When Waltz revealed himself as Blofeld in 2015’s Spectre, he reversed a problem that had plagued the Bond franchise for decades: the long absence of 007’s greatest recurring arch-enemy and the huge stakes that came along with his every appearance.
How could the man who escaped every death trap and seduced every woman lose his man? How did the notoriously controlling Eon Productions, which owns the rights to Ian Fleming’s novels, let one of its most important characters slip through its hands?
Turns out, the true author of Bond’s pain is the copyright office and the he said/she said litigation that slows down big budget productions.
The Birth of Blofeld
Ernst...
The name of that author? Ernst Stavro Blofeld. When Waltz revealed himself as Blofeld in 2015’s Spectre, he reversed a problem that had plagued the Bond franchise for decades: the long absence of 007’s greatest recurring arch-enemy and the huge stakes that came along with his every appearance.
How could the man who escaped every death trap and seduced every woman lose his man? How did the notoriously controlling Eon Productions, which owns the rights to Ian Fleming’s novels, let one of its most important characters slip through its hands?
Turns out, the true author of Bond’s pain is the copyright office and the he said/she said litigation that slows down big budget productions.
The Birth of Blofeld
Ernst...
- 4/1/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
In an industry where actors normally stick to scripts, Henry Cavill does things differently. He was preparing for his role in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare in an extraordinary way. While others were occupied with scripts, the actor was profound in the book that the film is based on.
Henry Cavill in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
This out-of-the-box technique shows how serious he is about getting the story’s intricate details and its historical background. The 40-year-old’s commitment shows his affection for acting and how seriously he takes his role. It has fans eager to see what he’ll bring to the table in his upcoming flick.
Henry Cavill Took A Different Path To Prepare For The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is loaded with action, drama, and a touch of Guy Ritchie’s humor, as Henry Cavill and his team take on...
Henry Cavill in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
This out-of-the-box technique shows how serious he is about getting the story’s intricate details and its historical background. The 40-year-old’s commitment shows his affection for acting and how seriously he takes his role. It has fans eager to see what he’ll bring to the table in his upcoming flick.
Henry Cavill Took A Different Path To Prepare For The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is loaded with action, drama, and a touch of Guy Ritchie’s humor, as Henry Cavill and his team take on...
- 3/30/2024
- by Muskan Chaudhary
- FandomWire
Henry Cavill was one of the frontrunners for the James Bond role before several conditions set by the studio ruled him out. Several fans still root for him and think that he would have been one of the best versions of 007. However, his recent interview regarding his upcoming film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, may offend some of the ardent fans of the British secret agent.
Henry Cavill in a still from The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
In his upcoming, Henry Cavill plays the real-life founder of the Small Scale Raiding Force (Ssrf), Gus March-Phillips. It is widely believed that James Bond’s character was based on this man. But Cavill added another fact that may stir up controversy among the 007 fans. He believes that Phillips was also a spy author and had he not died early, he could even beat the James Bond author, Ian Fleming.
Henry...
Henry Cavill in a still from The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
In his upcoming, Henry Cavill plays the real-life founder of the Small Scale Raiding Force (Ssrf), Gus March-Phillips. It is widely believed that James Bond’s character was based on this man. But Cavill added another fact that may stir up controversy among the 007 fans. He believes that Phillips was also a spy author and had he not died early, he could even beat the James Bond author, Ian Fleming.
Henry...
- 3/30/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Daniel Craig is undeniably a charismatic actor, showcasing remarkable talent from the outset of his career, notably with his portrayal of James Bond in Casino Royale and subsequent films. His tenure as Bond has been marked by widespread acclaim, leaving an enduring impact on the franchise. Craig redefined the iconic character through his suave demeanor, captivating action sequences, and compelling performances.
Daniel Craig in Casino Royale
Daniel Craig starred in five films as part of the James Bond franchise over the years. Beginning with Casino Royale in 2006, he continued with Quantum of Solace in 2008, followed by Skyfall in 2012, Spectre in 2015, and concluding his run with No Time to Die in 2021.
As speculation swirls regarding the next actor to don the mantle of 007, some voices in the industry, including a star from Godzilla vs. Kong, advocate for Henry Cavill to assume the role.
Godzilla vs. Kong Star Roots For Henry Cavill...
Daniel Craig in Casino Royale
Daniel Craig starred in five films as part of the James Bond franchise over the years. Beginning with Casino Royale in 2006, he continued with Quantum of Solace in 2008, followed by Skyfall in 2012, Spectre in 2015, and concluding his run with No Time to Die in 2021.
As speculation swirls regarding the next actor to don the mantle of 007, some voices in the industry, including a star from Godzilla vs. Kong, advocate for Henry Cavill to assume the role.
Godzilla vs. Kong Star Roots For Henry Cavill...
- 3/29/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Icon Film has released a brand new trailer for the 4K restoration of Bernardo Bertolucci’s modern classic ‘The Dreamers’.
When Isabelle and Theo invite Matthew, an American student, to stay with them in their Parisian apartment, what begins as a casual friendship transforms into a sensual voyage of discovery and desire in which nothing is off-limits, and anything is possible…
From Academy Award-winning director Bernardo Bertolucci, the original cut of modern classic The Dreamers has been remastered for its 20th anniversary in stunning 4K. The restoration was completed by Fondazione Cineteca di Bologna under the supervision of director of photography, Fabio Cianchetti.
Set against the tumultuous background of the ’68 Paris student riots, experience this unforgettable love letter to cinema and the French New Wave like never before. Starring Michael Pitt, Louis Garrel (Little Women), and BAFTA winner Eva Green in her daring cinematic debut.
Also in trailers – Teaser trailer...
When Isabelle and Theo invite Matthew, an American student, to stay with them in their Parisian apartment, what begins as a casual friendship transforms into a sensual voyage of discovery and desire in which nothing is off-limits, and anything is possible…
From Academy Award-winning director Bernardo Bertolucci, the original cut of modern classic The Dreamers has been remastered for its 20th anniversary in stunning 4K. The restoration was completed by Fondazione Cineteca di Bologna under the supervision of director of photography, Fabio Cianchetti.
Set against the tumultuous background of the ’68 Paris student riots, experience this unforgettable love letter to cinema and the French New Wave like never before. Starring Michael Pitt, Louis Garrel (Little Women), and BAFTA winner Eva Green in her daring cinematic debut.
Also in trailers – Teaser trailer...
- 3/29/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Eva Green’s casting in Casino Royale came with a lot of drama of its own. The film was an important part of the franchise, with actor Daniel Craig successfully proving himself to be a great Bond, while the team was able to jump-start an ailing franchise. However, behind the scenes, tensions were palpable when it came to the casting of Vesper Lynd.
Eva Green as Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale
Eva Green’s agent was pestered on a weekly basis, for it was important for the producers that Eva Green essay the role of Vesper Lynd. Despite the role being practically her’s for the taking, a screen test with Daniel Craig made things difficult for her.
Suggested“I felt like I was on drugs”: Eva Green Had an Out-of-Body Experience in Film With Director Who She Called “a Master of Love and Eroticism”
While the role was practically made for her,...
Eva Green as Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale
Eva Green’s agent was pestered on a weekly basis, for it was important for the producers that Eva Green essay the role of Vesper Lynd. Despite the role being practically her’s for the taking, a screen test with Daniel Craig made things difficult for her.
Suggested“I felt like I was on drugs”: Eva Green Had an Out-of-Body Experience in Film With Director Who She Called “a Master of Love and Eroticism”
While the role was practically made for her,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has gotten support from a former James Bond actor after rumors the Bullet Train star got offered to be the next 007 agent.
George Lazenby, who portrayed Bond in the 1969 film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, gave his seal of approval to Taylor-Johnson following reports he was in contention for the role.
According to a recent TMZ report, Lazenby said Taylor-Johnson would be able to “handle the stunts and all the ladies who love a man in a tux.”
Lazenby noted that he doesn’t think Taylor-Johnson has the role yet because “when he auditioned for the part back in the 1960s, he went through a bunch of different tests and auditions before he won the role.”
James Bond was most recently played by English actor Daniel Craig, who took over the role in 2006’s Casino Royale. Craig would continue portraying the spy in 2008’s Quantum of Solace, 2012’s Skyfall,...
George Lazenby, who portrayed Bond in the 1969 film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, gave his seal of approval to Taylor-Johnson following reports he was in contention for the role.
According to a recent TMZ report, Lazenby said Taylor-Johnson would be able to “handle the stunts and all the ladies who love a man in a tux.”
Lazenby noted that he doesn’t think Taylor-Johnson has the role yet because “when he auditioned for the part back in the 1960s, he went through a bunch of different tests and auditions before he won the role.”
James Bond was most recently played by English actor Daniel Craig, who took over the role in 2006’s Casino Royale. Craig would continue portraying the spy in 2008’s Quantum of Solace, 2012’s Skyfall,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
With Daniel Craig’s exit as James Bond, Eon Productions has been on the lookout for the next British actor to play Agent 007. While the former Superman, Henry Cavill, is a fan favorite, recent reports indicated that Kick-Ass star Aaron Taylor-Johnson was offered the role by the studio and that he was expected to take up the offer and announce soon.
However, the rumor has not been confirmed by the actor or the production house, leading fans to bash the outlet that broke the news. Taylor-Johnson’s apparent confirmation as James Bond led to many fans being dejected by Cavill’s loss, but the campaign seems to be on full steam now that the news has been unconfirmed.
Was Aaron Taylor-Johnson Offered The Role Of James Bond? Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Bullet Train
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been in the running for James Bond for a long time. The British actor...
However, the rumor has not been confirmed by the actor or the production house, leading fans to bash the outlet that broke the news. Taylor-Johnson’s apparent confirmation as James Bond led to many fans being dejected by Cavill’s loss, but the campaign seems to be on full steam now that the news has been unconfirmed.
Was Aaron Taylor-Johnson Offered The Role Of James Bond? Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Bullet Train
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been in the running for James Bond for a long time. The British actor...
- 3/21/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Taking over the mantle from Daniel Craig, who played MI6’s most famous spy James Bond, for 15 years, Kick-Ass movie star Aaron Taylor-Johnson is reportedly expected to accept the role of 007. While Eon Productions and Barbara Broccoli have been worried about the next casting of Bond after Craig’s exit, insiders alleged that Johnson has already been formally offered the job.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in Avengers: Age of Ultron
Although several reputed outlets covered the alleged report of Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s casting as James Bond, nothing has been confirmed so far, by official sources. Meanwhile, taking to their X accounts, netizens began offering their reactions and extreme opinions on the MCU actor’s reported casting.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Expected to be the Next James Bond
Ever since Daniel Craig bid adieu to the James Bond franchise in 2021, speculations began regarding who might take over the mantle. For months, fans...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in Avengers: Age of Ultron
Although several reputed outlets covered the alleged report of Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s casting as James Bond, nothing has been confirmed so far, by official sources. Meanwhile, taking to their X accounts, netizens began offering their reactions and extreme opinions on the MCU actor’s reported casting.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Expected to be the Next James Bond
Ever since Daniel Craig bid adieu to the James Bond franchise in 2021, speculations began regarding who might take over the mantle. For months, fans...
- 3/20/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Think in terms of movies, not eras, Mr. Bond!
If the rumors are correct, James Bond franchise overlord Barbara Broccoli is closing in on a new actor to don 007’s tux. This, however, is an endless vodka martini swirl of rumors — with the main actor in question, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, just as tied to the role a year ago as he is now. Why the delay? It’s been two and a half years since Daniel Craig’s final Bond film, “No Time to Die,” bowed in cinemas.
Part of it seems to be a franchise tradition that, with each new actor in the role, there’s a bit of a rethink of the character: To tailor the role to the actor’s strengths and better fit the sensibilities of the moment. An awareness of the history of the franchise, of what era it’s currently inhabiting, has been part of...
If the rumors are correct, James Bond franchise overlord Barbara Broccoli is closing in on a new actor to don 007’s tux. This, however, is an endless vodka martini swirl of rumors — with the main actor in question, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, just as tied to the role a year ago as he is now. Why the delay? It’s been two and a half years since Daniel Craig’s final Bond film, “No Time to Die,” bowed in cinemas.
Part of it seems to be a franchise tradition that, with each new actor in the role, there’s a bit of a rethink of the character: To tailor the role to the actor’s strengths and better fit the sensibilities of the moment. An awareness of the history of the franchise, of what era it’s currently inhabiting, has been part of...
- 3/19/2024
- by Christian Blauvelt
- Indiewire
“How can a short, blond actor with the rough face of a professional boxer and a penchant for playing villains, killers, cranks, and cads pull off the role of a tall, dark, handsome, and suave secret agent?”
So asks the front page of the website Daniel Craig is Not Bond, one of many fan-sites launched in the wake of the actor getting cast as James Bond for Casino Royale back in 2005. Nearly two decades later, the question seems laughable, as Craig elevated the franchise into something rich and emotionally dense, touching on qualities the series rarely attempted.
The 20/20 hindsight about Craig’s tenure comes in handy with the escalating rumors that Eon Productions have offered Aaron Taylor-Johnson the Bond role. On paper, Taylor-Johnson seems like the safe choice, a conventionally handsome white Englishman, a veteran of big-budget movies such as Avengers: Age of Ultron, Godzilla, and Tenet.
To be frank,...
So asks the front page of the website Daniel Craig is Not Bond, one of many fan-sites launched in the wake of the actor getting cast as James Bond for Casino Royale back in 2005. Nearly two decades later, the question seems laughable, as Craig elevated the franchise into something rich and emotionally dense, touching on qualities the series rarely attempted.
The 20/20 hindsight about Craig’s tenure comes in handy with the escalating rumors that Eon Productions have offered Aaron Taylor-Johnson the Bond role. On paper, Taylor-Johnson seems like the safe choice, a conventionally handsome white Englishman, a veteran of big-budget movies such as Avengers: Age of Ultron, Godzilla, and Tenet.
To be frank,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Ian Fleming’s secret agent with a license to kill, James Bond has been brought to life by seven actors. It began with Sean Connery in 1962 and most recently, Daniel Craig finished his stint as Agent 007.
Daniel Craig || No Time to Die
Craig’s performance as the character is critically acclaimed, and some even call his portrayal the best ever. However, it might surprise one that Craig was initially hesitant to take on the role. While he might have been a bit reluctant to don that iconic tuxedo, the producers knew exactly what the movie needed and managed to have him on board.
Daniel Craig Told The Producers Why He Was Not The Best Fit For James Bond
Daniel Craig || Casino Royale
The on-screen adaptation of James Bond began in 1962 with Sean Connery. David Niven, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, and Pierce Brosnan also took the role before Craig stepped in.
Daniel Craig || No Time to Die
Craig’s performance as the character is critically acclaimed, and some even call his portrayal the best ever. However, it might surprise one that Craig was initially hesitant to take on the role. While he might have been a bit reluctant to don that iconic tuxedo, the producers knew exactly what the movie needed and managed to have him on board.
Daniel Craig Told The Producers Why He Was Not The Best Fit For James Bond
Daniel Craig || Casino Royale
The on-screen adaptation of James Bond began in 1962 with Sean Connery. David Niven, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, and Pierce Brosnan also took the role before Craig stepped in.
- 3/19/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Amid the high anticipation for the next James Bond, new reports suggest that the 33-year-old British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson is now set to take over Daniel Craig as the super spy 007. Craig portrayed the role since the 2006 film Casino Royale and concluded his journey with the 2021 film No Time To Die, leaving fans wondering about the next actor who would take on the role.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in a still from Avengers: Age of Ultron
Many names, including that of the former Superman actor Henry Cavill, have been speculated to land the role for the future installments in the franchise. However, to the dismay of his and many other actors’ fans, the role has now reportedly gone to the Kick-Ass star.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Cast as the New James Bond
According to a new report from The Sun, Aaron-Taylor Johnson is expected to take on the role of the...
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver in a still from Avengers: Age of Ultron
Many names, including that of the former Superman actor Henry Cavill, have been speculated to land the role for the future installments in the franchise. However, to the dismay of his and many other actors’ fans, the role has now reportedly gone to the Kick-Ass star.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Reportedly Cast as the New James Bond
According to a new report from The Sun, Aaron-Taylor Johnson is expected to take on the role of the...
- 3/19/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
What are the best action movies of all time? It’s a controversial question, isn’t it? Any time any publication or site puts out a new list of what they consider the greatest action movies of all time, it can’t help but generate a ton of controversy. Nevertheless, we here at JoBlo have decided to throw our hats into the ring with a list we really hope generates some nostalgia among our viewers but also encourages them to seek out the movies on this list that they may not have seen. But first, some may wonder where superhero movies are on this list. Given how broad that genre is, we decided to stick to old-school action, so we have left them off the list, as they deserve their own ranking. There are also a few absences from the list, notably some Jackie Chan films, with those to follow in another planned list,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
As Ryan Gosling took the mic for a special screening of his latest film “The Fall Guy,” the Oscar nominee was eager to salute the stunt community — in particular, to show off the record-breaking stunt that his double performed.
“There’s a gentleman who buckles me into a car — that’s Logan Holladay — for a stunt he’s about to do,” Gosling told the audience assembled at the Grove in Los Angeles on Wednesday night. “Then he goes on to do eight-and-a-half cannon rolls, which is a world record. And then he pulls me out of the car and pats me on the back for the stunt that he just did.”
That’s what makes “The Fall Guy” unique, Gosling explained. “In any other movie, you wouldn’t know that. But in this movie, you do. The lack of recognition [of] the contribution that they make to cinema, to some of...
“There’s a gentleman who buckles me into a car — that’s Logan Holladay — for a stunt he’s about to do,” Gosling told the audience assembled at the Grove in Los Angeles on Wednesday night. “Then he goes on to do eight-and-a-half cannon rolls, which is a world record. And then he pulls me out of the car and pats me on the back for the stunt that he just did.”
That’s what makes “The Fall Guy” unique, Gosling explained. “In any other movie, you wouldn’t know that. But in this movie, you do. The lack of recognition [of] the contribution that they make to cinema, to some of...
- 3/15/2024
- by Angelique Jackson, Jazz Tangcay and Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
L to R: Ryan Gosling, David Leitch and Logan Holladay on the set of The Fall Guy, directed by David Leitch. Eric Laciste/Universal Pictures. © Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
The upcoming The Fall Guy, in theaters on May 3rd, and a salute to stunt people, had it’s premiere at SXSW earlier this week.
AP reported:
The SXSW premiere of “The Fall Guy” came with some of its own stunts. A pair of motorcycles sped through the crowds milling outside the Paramount Theater before Blunt and Gosling arrived in the back of a pick-up. Blunt and Gosling weren’t the only ones fresh from the Academy Awards. Leitch and his wife, Kelly McCormick, (a producer on “The Fall Guy”) produced a clip reel of stunts for the telecast. Though stunt performance isn’t an Oscar category (a sore point that comes up in “The Fall Guy”), Leitch thinks it will happen soon.
The upcoming The Fall Guy, in theaters on May 3rd, and a salute to stunt people, had it’s premiere at SXSW earlier this week.
AP reported:
The SXSW premiere of “The Fall Guy” came with some of its own stunts. A pair of motorcycles sped through the crowds milling outside the Paramount Theater before Blunt and Gosling arrived in the back of a pick-up. Blunt and Gosling weren’t the only ones fresh from the Academy Awards. Leitch and his wife, Kelly McCormick, (a producer on “The Fall Guy”) produced a clip reel of stunts for the telecast. Though stunt performance isn’t an Oscar category (a sore point that comes up in “The Fall Guy”), Leitch thinks it will happen soon.
- 3/14/2024
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Directed by David Leitch and starring Ryan Gosling alongside Emily Blunt, the upcoming action comedy film The Fall Guy is set to pay homage to the daring work of stunt performers who risk their lives to create thrilling action scenes for the silver screen. Stepping into the role of a stuntman in the movie, Gosling also took it upon himself to perform a few sequences on his own, including one that forced him to confront his fear of heights.
Ryan Gosling in The Fall Guy
The Oscar-nominated actor shared his experience performing stunts for The Fall Guy at its premiere at SXSW, as he recalled the nerve-wracking moment when he was dropped 12 stories off of a building for an action sequence in the film.
Ryan Gosling Dives into Thrilling Action Sequences in The Fall Guy
Actor Ryan Gosling opened up about his daring stunts in the film at the SXSW premiere of The Fall Guy.
Ryan Gosling in The Fall Guy
The Oscar-nominated actor shared his experience performing stunts for The Fall Guy at its premiere at SXSW, as he recalled the nerve-wracking moment when he was dropped 12 stories off of a building for an action sequence in the film.
Ryan Gosling Dives into Thrilling Action Sequences in The Fall Guy
Actor Ryan Gosling opened up about his daring stunts in the film at the SXSW premiere of The Fall Guy.
- 3/14/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The Fall Guy isn’t just an ode to the daring world of stunt performers; it pushes the boundaries of cinematic action. Recently, Universal Pictures and 87North revealed a record-breaking feat achieved during filming. The movie boasts the highest number of consecutive cannon rolls ever performed in a single stunt.
Ryan Gosling plays a stuntman named Colt Seavers in The Fall Guy
In a jaw-dropping sequence, Logan Holladay, the stuntman for Ryan Gosling’s character, executed this remarkable feat. Behind the wheel of a modified Jeep Grand Cherokee, Holladay flawlessly executed eight and a half cannon rolls, surpassing the previous record held by Adam Kirley from Casino Royale, which was seven.
Suggested“Pure badass action”: If You Loved Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt at Oscars Then The Fall Guy Will Blow Your Mind
A cannon roll is a daring maneuver where a car is propelled into a series of...
Ryan Gosling plays a stuntman named Colt Seavers in The Fall Guy
In a jaw-dropping sequence, Logan Holladay, the stuntman for Ryan Gosling’s character, executed this remarkable feat. Behind the wheel of a modified Jeep Grand Cherokee, Holladay flawlessly executed eight and a half cannon rolls, surpassing the previous record held by Adam Kirley from Casino Royale, which was seven.
Suggested“Pure badass action”: If You Loved Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt at Oscars Then The Fall Guy Will Blow Your Mind
A cannon roll is a daring maneuver where a car is propelled into a series of...
- 3/14/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
The Fall Guy ft Ryan Gosling & Emily Blunt. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, is one of the much-awaited films of 2024. The action comedy is directed by David Leitch and also stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Winston Duke, Stephanie Hsu, Teresa Palmer and Hannah Waddingham. Ryan and Emily’s movie has made an exciting Guinness World Record due to its action sequence.
As reported by PRNewswire, on March 13, the cast held a Special Screening of The Fall Guy in Los Angeles. At the venue, Ryan Gosling and David Leitch presented The Guinness World Records Certification to their stunt driver Logan Holladay. Logan worked as the stunt driver for Ryan Gosling’s character in the action movie. He made a new Guinness World Record for doing most cannon rolls in a car.
The report mentions that The Fall Guy stuntman Logan Holladay did eight and a half...
The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, is one of the much-awaited films of 2024. The action comedy is directed by David Leitch and also stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Winston Duke, Stephanie Hsu, Teresa Palmer and Hannah Waddingham. Ryan and Emily’s movie has made an exciting Guinness World Record due to its action sequence.
As reported by PRNewswire, on March 13, the cast held a Special Screening of The Fall Guy in Los Angeles. At the venue, Ryan Gosling and David Leitch presented The Guinness World Records Certification to their stunt driver Logan Holladay. Logan worked as the stunt driver for Ryan Gosling’s character in the action movie. He made a new Guinness World Record for doing most cannon rolls in a car.
The report mentions that The Fall Guy stuntman Logan Holladay did eight and a half...
- 3/14/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
It's been several days now since this year's Oscars ceremony, and yet I'm still scratching my head as to why the Academy had Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt present a montage honoring stunts and stunt performers without mentioning why they had selected these two specific actors to do so. Then there's the bitter irony of the Academy celebrating stunt performers while stubbornly refusing to give them an Oscar of their own, but that's a whole other rabbit hole.
While it's true the pair starred in dual halves of Barbenheimer last year, they've also got a new film coming out in "The Fall Guy." Loosely adapted from Glen A. Larson's '80s action-adventure TV series of the same name, the movie casts Gosling as a stuntman who's rapidly aging out of his occupation from years of risking permanent bodily harm, only to find himself unraveling a mystery on the set...
While it's true the pair starred in dual halves of Barbenheimer last year, they've also got a new film coming out in "The Fall Guy." Loosely adapted from Glen A. Larson's '80s action-adventure TV series of the same name, the movie casts Gosling as a stuntman who's rapidly aging out of his occupation from years of risking permanent bodily harm, only to find himself unraveling a mystery on the set...
- 3/14/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
Christopher Nolan has had the best year in his career which culminated in the most perfect manner on Oscar night. The prolific director’s magnum opus Oppenheimer took home all the top honors at the 2024 Academy Awards including a well-deserved Best Picture and Best Director nod for Nolan. Following this huge success, fans are now keen to see what film The Dark Knight director will attempt next.
A still from the sets of Oppenheimer
While there were many speculations about Nolan being considered to potentially direct a James Bond film, The Prestige filmmaker has confirmed that this is not on the cards as he was not yet ready to take on to a multi-film commitment with the franchise. Now, a Reddit user has come up with a brainwave that could be the answer to Nolan’s involvement.
Christopher Nolan On Why The James Bond Franchise Isn’t his Cup Of...
A still from the sets of Oppenheimer
While there were many speculations about Nolan being considered to potentially direct a James Bond film, The Prestige filmmaker has confirmed that this is not on the cards as he was not yet ready to take on to a multi-film commitment with the franchise. Now, a Reddit user has come up with a brainwave that could be the answer to Nolan’s involvement.
Christopher Nolan On Why The James Bond Franchise Isn’t his Cup Of...
- 3/13/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Daisy Ridley, known best as Rey in the "Star Wars" sequel trilogy, has had a pretty fascinating career outside of a galaxy far, far away. From narrating documentaries to failed YA sci-fi adaptations, she's certainly spread her wings. Later this year, Ridley will get the chance to lead a straight-up action flick called "Cleaner." It sounds like a riff on "Die Hard" from director Martin Campbell, who directed two of the greatest "James Bond" movies ever made. We may not even have a trailer yet, but it sounds very much like the film is going to live up to the promise of the talent involved.
The actor was on hand at this year's SXSW film festival in Austin, Texas, to promote her new movie "Magpie." During a panel, Ridley got to talking about some of her more physically demanding roles as of late, including the upcoming Disney drama "Young Woman and the Sea.
The actor was on hand at this year's SXSW film festival in Austin, Texas, to promote her new movie "Magpie." During a panel, Ridley got to talking about some of her more physically demanding roles as of late, including the upcoming Disney drama "Young Woman and the Sea.
- 3/12/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
The James Bond films have a legacy of over six decades and the books by Ian Fleming were legendary even before that. The franchise is one of the highest-grossing franchises of all time and has seen multiple actors essay the titular role of James Bond. The films have inspired many films and other media in the spy genre and have a profound effect on pop culture.
Every work has been inspired by something, and even James Bond was reportedly inspired by multiple people and events. Legendary actor Christopher Lee claimed that he knew James Bond more than anyone else as the author Ian Fleming was his first step-cousin. He also mentioned many of the characters in the series were inspired by Fleming’s real-life acquaintances.
Ian Fleming Based James Bond On Stories He Heard During World War II Ian Fleming with Sean Connery | Credits: United Artists
Author Ian Fleming created...
Every work has been inspired by something, and even James Bond was reportedly inspired by multiple people and events. Legendary actor Christopher Lee claimed that he knew James Bond more than anyone else as the author Ian Fleming was his first step-cousin. He also mentioned many of the characters in the series were inspired by Fleming’s real-life acquaintances.
Ian Fleming Based James Bond On Stories He Heard During World War II Ian Fleming with Sean Connery | Credits: United Artists
Author Ian Fleming created...
- 3/4/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
British actor Daniel Craig recently appeared on Broadway in “Macbeth” opposite Ruth Negga as his queen. He was first bitten by the acting bug at the age of six, when he made his debut in a primary school production of the musical “Oliver.” As an adult, Craig would initially be hired for supporting roles on the big screen. But he would eventually headline a major franchise – namely, the 007 films.
On October 14, 2005 MGM and Sony Pictures announced in London that Craig would take over the James Bond series with his first film being 2006’s “Casino Royale.” The action hero wore a tuxedo and a life jacket as he arrived via a Royal Navy speedboat. Some fans of the secret agent were a little leery about having a blond-haired and blue-eyed Bond and not a tall, dark and handsome iconic character. But Craig was widely praised by critics and former 007’s.
On October 14, 2005 MGM and Sony Pictures announced in London that Craig would take over the James Bond series with his first film being 2006’s “Casino Royale.” The action hero wore a tuxedo and a life jacket as he arrived via a Royal Navy speedboat. Some fans of the secret agent were a little leery about having a blond-haired and blue-eyed Bond and not a tall, dark and handsome iconic character. But Craig was widely praised by critics and former 007’s.
- 2/23/2024
- by Susan Wloszczyna, Chris Beachum and Misty Holland
- Gold Derby
After 15 years and five films, Daniel Craig bid farewell to the role of James Bond in 2021’s No Time To Die. His swan song cleverly tied all his previous Bond outings together while raising the stakes higher than ever. However, while fans hailed Craig’s performance and the movie’s sense of finality, the climactic death scene left many scratching their heads over a seeming plot hole.
What was the ending of Daniel Craig’s No Time To Die?
Daniel Craig in Casino Royale
In No Time To Die, James Bond sacrifices himself to ensure the destruction of villain Lyutsifer Safin’s (Rami Malek) stronghold and the deadly bioweapon Safin planned to unleash. This leads to an emotional farewell between Bond and his love Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux). However, his preceding encounter with Safin muddies the waters.
After initially opening the silo so British missiles can strike Safin’s complex,...
What was the ending of Daniel Craig’s No Time To Die?
Daniel Craig in Casino Royale
In No Time To Die, James Bond sacrifices himself to ensure the destruction of villain Lyutsifer Safin’s (Rami Malek) stronghold and the deadly bioweapon Safin planned to unleash. This leads to an emotional farewell between Bond and his love Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux). However, his preceding encounter with Safin muddies the waters.
After initially opening the silo so British missiles can strike Safin’s complex,...
- 2/20/2024
- by Nivedita Dubey
- FandomWire
Known for his incredible performances in The Witcher and as Superman in the DC Extended Universe, Henry Cavill has long been a fan favorite for the iconic role of James Bond. With rumors swirling about Cavill potentially being the next actor to Don the Tuxedo, he once spoke out about how his then upcoming role in the action comedy Argylle might influence his chances.
Henry Cavill in Argylle (2024)
Directed by Matthew Vaughn, Argylle features Cavill in the role of the super spy similar to James Bond. The actor, however, is still optimistic about his prospect of landing the role as he shared that the decision is totally on the James Bond producing duo, Barbara Broccoli, and Michael G. Wilson.
Henry Cavill Addressed the Impact of Argylle on His James Bond Casting
During an interview with Total Film, actor Henry Cavill shared his perspective on whether his role in Argylle would...
Henry Cavill in Argylle (2024)
Directed by Matthew Vaughn, Argylle features Cavill in the role of the super spy similar to James Bond. The actor, however, is still optimistic about his prospect of landing the role as he shared that the decision is totally on the James Bond producing duo, Barbara Broccoli, and Michael G. Wilson.
Henry Cavill Addressed the Impact of Argylle on His James Bond Casting
During an interview with Total Film, actor Henry Cavill shared his perspective on whether his role in Argylle would...
- 2/19/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
One month ago, heading into the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, the most anticipated title for buyers was not necessarily the action-adventure anthology with Pedro Pascal (Freaky Tales) or the Kristen Stewart-fronted post-apocalyptic love story (Love Me). It was Dídi, a coming-of-age film about a 13-year-old in the Bay Area from a first-time feature director with no notable U.S. stars. It quickly landed a deal with Focus Features, while films with shinier stars and higher concepts are still in negotiations for deals.
The U.S. has long been known as the great arbiter of “bigger is better.” But being risk-averse, given current economic conditions and industry trends back home (Disney, Paramount Global, Amazon MGM, and others are currently undergoing layoffs), may, says one U.S. buyer, “no longer mean getting a massive star or big director — it means costing less.” Yet, internationally, the mandate seems to be business as usual,...
The U.S. has long been known as the great arbiter of “bigger is better.” But being risk-averse, given current economic conditions and industry trends back home (Disney, Paramount Global, Amazon MGM, and others are currently undergoing layoffs), may, says one U.S. buyer, “no longer mean getting a massive star or big director — it means costing less.” Yet, internationally, the mandate seems to be business as usual,...
- 2/18/2024
- by Scott Roxborough and Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Focus Features has bought international rights to Brady Corbet’s “The Brutalist,” starring Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce and Joe Alwyn, Variety has learned.
Corbet, who sits on the Berlinale jury, penned the film with Mona Fastvold (“The World to Come”), a Norwegian filmmaker who is also his wife. The film charts 30 years in the lives of visionary architect László Toth and his wife, Erzsébet, who flee post-war Europe in 1947 and witness the birth of modern America. László initially endures poverty and indignity, but the architect’s genius soon catches the attention of charming industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren, whose dark influence threatens to destroy everything László and his wife have built.
The cast is completed by Raffey Cassidy (“White Noise”), Isaach De Bankolé (“Casino Royale”), Alessandro Nivola (“The Many Saints of Newark”), Stacy Martin (“Nymphomaniac Vol I”), Emma Laird (“Mayor of Kingstown”), Jonathan Hyde (“Titanic”) and Peter Polycarpou...
Corbet, who sits on the Berlinale jury, penned the film with Mona Fastvold (“The World to Come”), a Norwegian filmmaker who is also his wife. The film charts 30 years in the lives of visionary architect László Toth and his wife, Erzsébet, who flee post-war Europe in 1947 and witness the birth of modern America. László initially endures poverty and indignity, but the architect’s genius soon catches the attention of charming industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren, whose dark influence threatens to destroy everything László and his wife have built.
The cast is completed by Raffey Cassidy (“White Noise”), Isaach De Bankolé (“Casino Royale”), Alessandro Nivola (“The Many Saints of Newark”), Stacy Martin (“Nymphomaniac Vol I”), Emma Laird (“Mayor of Kingstown”), Jonathan Hyde (“Titanic”) and Peter Polycarpou...
- 2/17/2024
- by Elsa Keslassy
- Variety Film + TV
Daniel Craig is an unquestionably charismatic actor, demonstrating remarkable acting prowess since his career’s inception with Casino Royale. His James Bond movies, in particular, have achieved widespread success, with Craig leaving an indelible mark on the franchise. He redefined James Bond with his charming and charismatic action sequences and performances. With him out of the picture now, it appears Michael Caine has one specific Marvel star in mind to portray James Bond.
Casino Royale
Daniel Craig starred in five films as part of the James Bond franchise over the years. Beginning with Casino Royale in 2006, he continued with Quantum of Solace in 2008, followed by Skyfall in 2012, Spectre in 2015, and concluding his run with No Time to Die in 2021.
Suggested“It works and you go ‘Wow, that’s incredible’”: Christopher Nolan’s Favorite James Bond Movie Might Surprise You That Didn’t Star Sean Connery or Daniel Craig Michael...
Casino Royale
Daniel Craig starred in five films as part of the James Bond franchise over the years. Beginning with Casino Royale in 2006, he continued with Quantum of Solace in 2008, followed by Skyfall in 2012, Spectre in 2015, and concluding his run with No Time to Die in 2021.
Suggested“It works and you go ‘Wow, that’s incredible’”: Christopher Nolan’s Favorite James Bond Movie Might Surprise You That Didn’t Star Sean Connery or Daniel Craig Michael...
- 2/16/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
There’s no question that the James Bond film franchise – the second longest-running such series in cinema history after Godzilla – comes with certain expectations in the minds of viewers. We can predict, mostly like clockwork, that 007 will wear a tux at some point in every film, he will bed at least one or more beautiful women, he’ll drive an Aston Martin (or some other high-end vehicle), and that he’ll have one polite conversation with the villain before the shooting really starts. There will also be a surreal, psychedelic credits sequence, often a big action scene before the credits, and so on.
But all those iconic trademarks of the Bond film franchise didn’t happen overnight. They were gradually introduced, especially in the early films, with some of them springing from the original Ian Fleming books and others invented by the filmmakers who adapted them. Some have remained virtually the same since their inception,...
But all those iconic trademarks of the Bond film franchise didn’t happen overnight. They were gradually introduced, especially in the early films, with some of them springing from the original Ian Fleming books and others invented by the filmmakers who adapted them. Some have remained virtually the same since their inception,...
- 2/10/2024
- by Don Kaye
- Den of Geek
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