Tag: Casino Royale
-
James Bond Novels Edited to Remove Racist Content
After the Roald Dahl text editing controversy that erupted in recent days, it is now the turn of Ian Fleming’s James Bond novels to be rewritten.A report in U.K. newspaper The Telegraph reveals that ahead of the reissue of the Bond novels in April to mark 70 years of “Casino Royale,” the first book in…
-
Eva Green Tells Court: ‘Shitty’ B-Movie Could Have ‘Killed My Career’
Eva Green has told a London High Court that a low-budget version movie of a film she had signed on to make could have “killed my career.”The actor, who has appeared in “Casino Royale” and “Penny Dreadful” among other projects, entered the witness box on Monday afternoon for her lawsuit against White Lantern (Britannica) Ltd…
-
Sam Worthington on Nearly Landing James Bond and Green Lantern: I Could Only Play 007 As a Killer
Before touching down in Pandora, Sam Worthington nearly landed a license to kill.The Australian actor was one of the finalists for the role of James Bond in “Casino Royale.” Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, the producers and stewards of the 007 franchise, were looking for a younger star to play the super spy after…
-
Eva Green Says She’s No Method Actor: I’m Not Someone Who Says ‘Don’t Talk to Me’ on Set
Eva Green is placing her bets on “happy” sets going forward.The “Casino Royale” alum addressed the notion that other actors have a “don’t talk to me” policy while in character for roles. Green, who leads the thriller “Nocebo” as a mentally disturbed fashion designer, called the horror genre “jubilating” in its freedom to “let all…
-
Daniel Craig Has No Hard Feelings About His Casino Royale Casting Controversy
If you’re a James Bond fan, you have a favorite 007. That’s just the way it is. Sean Connery’s original depiction of the alluring spy typically tops the list as “most beloved.” Still, there are those who prefer Roger Moore or Timothy Dalton as their agent of choice. ’90s kids will have a soft spot for…
-
Daniel Craig’s Casino Royale Scrapped A Major Part Of Its Source Material
Ian Fleming’s first James Bond novel, “Casino Royale” was published on August 13, 1953. He arrived just in time. In Tony Bennett’s and Janet Woollacott’s 1987 book “Bond and Beyond: The Political Career of a Popular Hero,” the authors point out that Bond’s literary function was to lend England — smarting after the damage of…
-
Mads Mikkelsen’s Casino Royale Casting All Came Down To Location
When Daniel Craig first stepped into the role of James Bond, everybody involved knew he had big shoes to fill. Taking on a role that had been defined by legendary actors like Sean Connery and Pierce Brosnan wasn’t a task to be taken lightly. Craig learned that quickly, getting hurt a few times on the…
-
Harrison Ford, Pierce Brosnan Praise John McTiernan, Vic Armstrong at London Action Festival Awards (Exclusive)
A galaxy of stars paid fulsome tribute to filmmaker John McTiernan and stuntman Vic Armstrong as they were both awarded Moving Target awards on Friday for their outstanding contributions to the action genre at the inaugural London Action Festival.The awards were presented at London’s Royal London Geographical Society and icons from the action genre attended,…
-
No Time To Die Blu-Ray Will Let You Bring Bond Home For Christmas
“No Time to Die,” Daniel Craig’s final outing as James Bond, is coming to Blu-ray and 4K just in time for Christmas. Directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga, “No Time to Die” goes where no other Bond film has gone before by giving audiences a definitive conclusion to Craig’s entire run as Bond, wrapping up stories first presented back in…
-
Daniel Craig’s 15 Best James Bond Moments Ranked
Daniel Craig’s take on James Bond is distinct from all previous depictions of the character. No other actor’s portrayal has had the same sense of continuity, or been quite so self-contained. In “Casino Royale,” he hasn’t even attained his 007 status, while “No Time to Die” is about as final a note as has ever…