James Bond Posted March 15, 2013 Author Share Posted March 15, 2013 I think part of it is because it was actually written in the same time period (it came out in 1968) so it captures the appropriate feel without it being too forced. I don't think Gardner or Benson were trying to be Fleming necessarily, but their stories feel kind of distant or something. Benson's are enjoyable reads though. The Bond you picture from his novels is definitely the Brosnan Bond, which probably makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Do they do different characterizations? Like what are the ultimate differences between Bond in the novels and films? I know he doesn't crack that many jokes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 15, 2013 Author Share Posted March 15, 2013 More cynical, more substance abuse, and a lot colder of a personality. Fleming's Bond anyways.I don't know who I see as Gardner's Bond. Benson's is definitely influenced by the film Bond, namely Brosnan's portrayal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 Which actor would you say comes close to Fleming's Bond? Craig? Dalton? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vincent Vega Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 (edited) Which actor would you say comes close to Fleming's Bond? Craig? Dalton?Dalton without a doubt in looks. Probably Connery or Craig in portrayal.The actors who Fleming himself wanted as Bond were David Niven, Christopher Lee, and Richard Todd. That speaks to what exactly a 100% Fleming Bond would've looked and been like. Edited March 16, 2013 by Vincent Vega Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselDaisy Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 Which actor would you say comes close to Fleming's Bond? Craig? Dalton?Dalton in looks, Dalton in portrayal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 Looking back at box office predictions I haven't seen anyone predict Skyfall would hit $300 million and $800 million overseas totaly over $1,100,000,000. After the huge success of Mission Impossible Ghost Protocal, it seems people were ready for the next Bond film.Most I ever seen someone give SKyfall is $850,000,000 worldwide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 16, 2013 Author Share Posted March 16, 2013 I don't think anybody expected it to crack a billion. $850 million was what the studio predicted. Before Skyfall opened even BOM was only giving it about $600 million, saying it'll match Casino and Quantum but not likely do much more than that. Were they ever wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vincent Vega Posted March 17, 2013 Share Posted March 17, 2013 Featuring Mr. Jimmy Page on guitar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzygirl Posted March 17, 2013 Share Posted March 17, 2013 I've just downloaded Dr. No and the video doesn't work. The funny thing is that I had the same problem with On Her Majesty's... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 17, 2013 Share Posted March 17, 2013 Download the sucker again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalsh327 Posted March 17, 2013 Share Posted March 17, 2013 I was shocked it made a billion dollars, and Daniel Craig still had to do commercials... not as funny as seeing the crew and Connery drinking milk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 17, 2013 Share Posted March 17, 2013 (edited) I don't think anybody expected it to crack a billion. $850 million was what the studio predicted. Before Skyfall opened even BOM was only giving it about $600 million, saying it'll match Casino and Quantum but not likely do much more than that. Were they ever wrong.They probably thought the film was going to be similar to CR and QoS. Dark, gritty and humorless. WOM was really good. I think it was the only good movie out at the time. Edited March 17, 2013 by Georgy Zhukov Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 17, 2013 Author Share Posted March 17, 2013 There was no real competition for a while. Once Twilight hype died down Skyfall jumped back to number one at the box office a good five weeks after its release.It'll be interesting to see how Bond 24 does. It might very well ride off of Skyfall's success. I know many people who aren't Bond fans who saw Skyfall and loved it and want to see the next one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Nolan's Interstellar would be the competition if they are going for a November 2014 release. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 November 7th, 2014 too. They could just offset it by opening it a week earlier or later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 They could try for a Spring or Summer release but I feel Bond is fitting for Fall/Winter seasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 I'd welcome a summer Bond. I don't think they'll have to worry about another Licence to Kill if they just release it on a good weekend. I doubt it'll happen for 2014 though. They'd be working on the film by now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoSoRose Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Christ 2015 could have episode 7, avengers 2, justice league, and avatar 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Just reading above a Fall/Winter 2014 date is their best shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 I think that's the intention. Ben Whishaw said he expects production to be underway by the end of this year. Seems so soon especially after the four year gap from QOS to Skyfall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Daniel Craig isn't getting any younger. They want to use him as long as they can/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 As long as he maintains his physical shape I don't think his aging will be a problem. He already looked much older in Skyfall than Quantum despite it only being four years different, but as long as his age is worked into the story as it has been and he maintains his physical believability then he can easily be Bond into his fifties. Since he's not projected as the pretty boy Bond image I think he's the only actor thus far who could actually get away with aging well into the role. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgy Zhukov Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Wouldn't kill him if he lets his hair grow a little bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Bond Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 I concur. Didn't really dig the crew cut look in Skyfall. He looks better with his hair a bit longer which will also not make his face stand out so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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