Pierce Brosnan out as Bond? (UPDATE: Daniel Craig confirmed) - Page 3

MatthewLouwrens · 02-14-2004, 09:26 PM

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I just whoever does eventually replace him does not demand a three year wait in between movies. That is the one and only thing I hate about Pierce.

A three-year wait is fine, provided they spend the time developing a good movie. Unfortunately, they haven't been doing that.

Kevin Grey · 02-14-2004, 11:44 PM

I just whoever does eventually replace him does not demand a three year wait in between movies. That is the one and only thing I hate about Pierce.

Any reputable actor is likely to demand something similar. The desire to counter being typecast will make them want plenty of time in between Bond films for other projects. Brosnan is probably the only Bond actor to have any other significant roles during his tenure.

David Coleman · 02-15-2004, 03:17 AM

I was stunned when I read this online! Thank Goodness that MGM has come out with the denial as this rumor seemed to have some teeth to it!

I've liked Pierce's portrayal of Bond and I must admit that I like all his films though i'd only say 2 of them (GOLDENEYE, THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH) are what i'd call "good films" however all have been entertaining.

I actually prefer Dalton over the other portrayals as I liked his darker, edgier side. Having said that there are some things that Pierce brought back to the character that hadn't been there really since Connery and that's the womanizing side and sexuality that had been missing. Also, Pierce's humor is more like Connery's as it kinda comes off flip whereas someone like Moore's was buffoonish whereas someone like Dalton's or Lazenby's was non-existent!

I had really wanted Dalton to continue the series but Pierce has made me a believer and I hope that he does do his 5th movie. Afterwards I do think they'll need to change the role and i'll be fine with that.

As for a replacement i'd have to say my first choice would be for Christian Bale however him taking over the BATMAN franchise would seem to rule him out. Somebody like a Clive Owen or a Hugh Jackman I can accept. Jude Law or Orlando Bloom?? You gotta be kidding!

Will be interesting to see how this plays out!

MatthewLouwrens · 02-15-2004, 04:23 AM

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Thank Goodness that MGM has come out with the denial as this rumor seemed to have some teeth to it!

Phew - Have they denied this. That's a relief.

Craig: Mclaren · 02-15-2004, 11:49 AM

The three year wait is a pain in the arse though. A Bond movie every two years was the norm (with the exception of the three year gap between "The Man With The Golden Gun" and "The Spy Who Loved Me"). Pierce Brosnan could still do other films between his Bond duties. Didn't he film "The Thomas Crown Affair" between "Tommorow Never Dies" and "The World Is Not Enough"? That was a two year gap.Three years is a bad idea. We want a Bond flick every two years. Make it happen!

Jonathan Dagmar · 02-15-2004, 01:57 PM

I am just fine with a three year wait. Time flies fast enough as it is.

Grant H · 02-15-2004, 03:05 PM

Disappointing. Every time the rumour comes up, I hope it's true, and then, alas, no new life injected into Bond.

So sad.

Though everyone has their own preferences, I found it interesting in the special features of my Bond DVD's that the filmmakers admitted that Lazenby and Moore played Bond much closer to the way he was written in the books.

Oh, and I think my left butt cheek is sexier than Pierce Brosnan. :b Wonder how much the Bond producers had to payoff People to make him "Sexiest Man Alive" to help promote his next Bond outing. Still can't take him seriously in any of the womanizing scenes.

Jonathan Dagmar · 02-15-2004, 11:05 PM

Are you kidding? Woment go nuts over Brosnan. He is the perfect "Gentlemen player".

I for one do not want to see Brosnan leave the role right now, both because I think he is greta in the role, and because I cannot think of a single suitable repleacement, lest they cast an unknown which is not bloody likely.

Grant H · 02-16-2004, 04:03 PM

At least it gives the franchise more time to find a suitable, less wimpy replacement.

Wimpy Batmen, wimpy Bond, wimpy Spider-Man; what a generation we're in!!

Just to clarify, I was very happy with the casting of the NEW Batman, Christian Bale. I did become a little worried recently though, when I read he had lost 60 lbs for a recent role to look like he was starving. Considering the guy didn't have any fat on him I'm really worried about him getting 60lbs of muscle back for Batman now. From what I've seen of SM 2, Toby didn't have any time to get much back after Seabiscuit. (not that he had much in SM1) Alas, we may have another wimp if Bale can't bulk up. Prove me wrong, Christian!!

Chuck Mayer · 02-16-2004, 04:15 PM

Grant,
You've seen Christian ripped before, I assume. The Machinist simply proved that Bale knows physical appearance is critical to a role. I'm certain he'll do what is required to gain the physique for Bruce. He's had it before (Equilibrium, American Psycho).

As for Pierce, my wife loves him, and has since Remington Steele. She also loves Sean Bean, so Goldeneye is easily her favorite Bond. Hopefully, they'll put a worthy film (and Bond girl) around Brosnan for his last outing. Based on the BO for DaD, I am not hopeful.

Take care,
Chuck