Daniel Craig Signs for 2 More James Bond Films

bleedlikeme · 09-09-12 at 01:38 AM

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Daniel Craig as a blue steel-eyed James Bond captured the spy’s cold and ruthless manner (as described by creator Ian Fleming) in Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace. However, absent was the swagger and dry air of sophistication that Craig’s predecessors brought to the role, in varying amounts. The character had become less a suave agent carrying out his orders for queen and country, more a morally-compromised killing machine whose disillusionment recalls Matt Damon as Jason Bourne – rather than Sean Connery as 007 going back to Dr. No.

It’s for those reasons that Craig’s run as James Bond has been heralded by some, decried by others. Earlier this year, Bond series producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson announced their interest in locking Craig down to portray 007 for the next decade (or, rather, five films) following the release of Skyfall this November. That public revelation rallied masses of Craig supporters and detractors alike – prompting arguments about just what, exactly, makes for a good screen version of the character (and whether or not Craig has it).

That was well before marketing got properly underway for Skyfall, with trailers and behind-the-scenes footage suggesting that director Sam Mendes’ promises to deliver a proper Bond movie (as he puts it, “a big fabulous escapist movie” for the 21st century) are more than just hot air. Craig remains physically-fierce and hardened in the face as ever, but his 007 appears to undergo a humbling metamorphosis in Skyfall, evolving from a glorified thug (armed with a gun and a license to kill) into a classier, but still deadly, government employee. Hence, the overall reception could be more positive for today’s announcement that Craig has worked out a deal to return as 007 for two additional films after Skyfall.

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**Omega_Prime** · 09-09-12 at 03:09 AM

Woop, I like this bond. I originally thought "eh, a blond bond?" but I have enjoyed both of his bond movies very much.

**Vivit4r** · 09-09-12 at 03:43 AM

IMHO the second best Bond. Like his no nonsense attitude that represents what a spy is. First, of course, is my mentor Sean Connery.

worldstone · 09-09-12 at 04:37 AM

Damnit, I hate this bond.

Bond is supposed to be SUAVE. This guy is nothing but a bully who tortures for information and then just ups and stabs the guy. No class.

Bond is all about class.

**PhoenixBSD** · 09-09-12 at 07:10 AM

I gotta say I wasn't expecting much when my brother and I went to see Casino Royale back in 2006(?) because Daniel Craig certainly didn't look the part, like others have mentioned. Gone was the sophisticated pretty-boy James Bond character we're all used to. But by the end of the first scene (in B&W) my bro and I were both blown away by Daniel Craig's no-nonsense no-BS portrayal of 007. By the end of the movie we were both hoping the next Bond installment would come out shortly. Unfortunately, Quantum of Solace just wasn't very good IMHO as it just didn't do Daniel Craig justice. I hope Skyfall kicks a$$ like Casino Royale.

All that said, there's a problem. Appearance-wise Daniel Craig seems to be aging rapidly. Not sure how that will play out in the future especially if there are long delays between new titles, as in Skyfall. Time will tell as they say.

lazenby · 09-11-12 at 04:29 AM

I have mixed feelings about QoS. I think the quick editing is the only thing that lets it down. The cast is good, the story is good, the soundtrack was good, even the costumes are good.
Look at the car chase in the pre-titles scene. It is obvious that there is some good action going on but the quick editing stops us from actually seeing it.
L

Jedi · 09-18-12 at 09:40 AM

great more bonds the better !

jamezmon · 09-25-12 at 12:50 PM

I grew up with the Brosnan and Dalton films playing on TV and in the cinema, then saw the rest - I didn't like Craig... and I still don't. I did think Bond was definitely due an overhaul, Tomorrow Never Dies was good, The World is not enough was okay, then Die Another Day just wasn't. But Craig! For me, it's the way he talks. Connery, Moore, Dalton AND Brosnan all have a fast way of talking, sharp and direct. Craig's big, numb blubbery lips just killed all of Bond's supposed articulation for me. The first scene where he tried to flirt, with that woman on the train in Casino Royale, I just didn't buy it.

Of course I'm still gonna watch Skyfall though! haha

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09-09-12 at 03:09 AM	#2
Omega_Prime Autobot Supreme Commander Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 3,569	Woop, I like this bond. I originally thought "eh, a blond bond?" but I have enjoyed both of his bond movies very much.

09-09-12 at 03:43 AM	#3
Vivit4r The World is Ours Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Florida, USA Posts: 1,994	IMHO the second best Bond. Like his no nonsense attitude that represents what a spy is. First, of course, is my mentor Sean Connery.

09-09-12 at 04:37 AM	#4
worldstone Newcomer Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 95	Damnit, I hate this bond. Bond is supposed to be SUAVE. This guy is nothing but a bully who tortures for information and then just ups and stabs the guy. No class. Bond is all about class.

09-09-12 at 07:10 AM	#5
PhoenixBSD Luminiferous Ether Sailor Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 1,614	I gotta say I wasn't expecting much when my brother and I went to see Casino Royale back in 2006(?) because Daniel Craig certainly didn't look the part, like others have mentioned. Gone was the sophisticated pretty-boy James Bond character we're all used to. But by the end of the first scene (in B&W) my bro and I were both blown away by Daniel Craig's no-nonsense no-BS portrayal of 007. By the end of the movie we were both hoping the next Bond installment would come out shortly. Unfortunately, Quantum of Solace just wasn't very good IMHO as it just didn't do Daniel Craig justice. I hope Skyfall kicks a$$ like Casino Royale. All that said, there's a problem. Appearance-wise Daniel Craig seems to be aging rapidly. Not sure how that will play out in the future especially if there are long delays between new titles, as in Skyfall. Time will tell as they say.

09-11-12 at 04:29 AM	#6
lazenby Novice Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 219	I have mixed feelings about QoS. I think the quick editing is the only thing that lets it down. The cast is good, the story is good, the soundtrack was good, even the costumes are good. Look at the car chase in the pre-titles scene. It is obvious that there is some good action going on but the quick editing stops us from actually seeing it. L

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Jedi Master Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Dagobah Posts: 1,129	great more bonds the better !

09-25-12 at 12:50 PM	#8
jamezmon Newcomer Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 5	I grew up with the Brosnan and Dalton films playing on TV and in the cinema, then saw the rest - I didn't like Craig... and I still don't. I did think Bond was definitely due an overhaul, Tomorrow Never Dies was good, The World is not enough was okay, then Die Another Day just wasn't. But Craig! For me, it's the way he talks. Connery, Moore, Dalton AND Brosnan all have a fast way of talking, sharp and direct. Craig's big, numb blubbery lips just killed all of Bond's supposed articulation for me. The first scene where he tried to flirt, with that woman on the train in Casino Royale, I just didn't buy it. Of course I'm still gonna watch Skyfall though! haha