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Post by skywalker on Nov 27, 2008 7:58:08 GMT -5
Brosnan would have been a great ambassador for the series much like Roger Moore was post-Bond. It's a shame they handled the end of his tenure so badly and ended any chance of that happening. That's a good point.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 27, 2008 7:53:24 GMT -5
I find it annoying that Bond is now a poor man's Bourne/Bauer. He should be a bit more iconic than that Craig's Bond lacks the emotional depth that Keifer Sutherland delivers with Jack Bauer. At present Bauer is a far more interesting character than Bond.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 21, 2008 17:33:24 GMT -5
I really can't understand why that reviewer at the MI6 forum would make such a scathing criticism of QOS. Oh well, he's entitled to his opinion and I respect that. I think QOS is the kind of movie that will only be truly appreciated years from now when people look back at it and realize it was ahead of its time. Look at OHMSS and now everyone now regards it as a classic. Heh-heh, some day Daniel will have the last laugh. ;D The general concensus ragarding OHMSS is still one of a black sheep that is not in the same class as the Connery and Moore era. The majority of Bond fans hold the film in high esteem but the general movie fan is not that fussed.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 19, 2008 17:57:58 GMT -5
This guy is funny guy. Joking aside, I wish you warm welcome Mr. Alvin. Your youth show innocence in ideas and I will ultimately respect that. As for assertion that Craig liberate men? I am sure Craig is good person in real life. But I am not sure what exactly Craig liberate in me. I will strive for more dignity and look elsewhere before I turn to any actor for finding freedom. I'll admit that the way I express myself probably sounds goofy. But I believe in letting out emotions and not being ashamed to do that. And Daniel has only reinforced that belief. Despite the backlash when he was first cast and despite even now there are segments of society that still don't find him appealing ( for example, my classmates tell me he is boring and weird-looking and all wrong for Bond), he's carried on and made QOS the arty film that it is. Marc Forster was also brilliant. I tell you, these two men are my heroes. I wont' be ashamed to admit that. You know, at the end of CR, I cried when Daniel cried and held Vesper in his arms. The next day, I wrote a letter to Sony, thanking them for a brilliant movie in CR. But I never finished the letter because I couldn't get past the first couple of sentences. I just found the experience overwhelming. So my two closest friends and I just talked about the movie until 2AM. We agreed that CR is a modern tragedy and that there's a good chance it will be taught one day in university english lit classes. I think it was a profound oversight on the part of Time Magazine that Daniel wasn't made Man of The Year back in 2006. There are quite a few members on here that share the opinions of your classmates. I'm glad you have a renewed belief and confidence since watching a Bond film. I can sort of relate to that but for differing reasons. I actually admired the class, sophistication, wit and ability with the ladies of both Connery and Moore.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 19, 2008 17:52:56 GMT -5
Exactly. Daniel has raised Bond to a symbolic level. There is the Bond in all of us. Since the hiring of DC I'd be inclined to agree.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 19, 2008 11:15:59 GMT -5
Welcome to the forum Alvin. Glad you chose this site to express your love and admiration of Craig.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 18, 2008 13:06:49 GMT -5
There was amazement back in 2005 when the popular Brosnan was sacked in his prime. Unhappy fans thoughts then turned to to who would replace him. Owen would make a great moody Bond, so would Bale. Hugh Jackson has Bond qualities or Dougray Scott with his strong voice would be good. There was even more amazement when a short, blonde, ugly actor no one had heard of was annonced as Bond. Craig looked as surprised as anyone at the press conference. Caked in sun tan cream and with blow dried hair. Giving bland answers to questions or simply refusing to answer. Once Bond fans and the public had found out more about him, it was'nt long before the backlash came. Too bland, uncharismatic, small, ugly etc. Internet sites were set up with thousands of posts from disgruntled fans. Eon then made a smart move. Asking everyone to stop slating Craig until they've seen the film. Eon knew full well that the film would make money, get support from the main stream media. The bid to 'big up' Craig could then start. They even got the Bafta's to support him. However there were still a lot of unhappy people. Onto QOS and the box office is down, the reviews have been terrible. People will go and see it, grugdingly accepting they are lumbered with Craig as Bond for the forseeable. When Craig was announced/revealed as Bond, I was pretty distraught. He looked horrendous!!! totally un-bondian IMO, but to be fair he did have success in CR although it was not my type of Bond film. Like you, I felt margainalised and frustrated that the James Bond I knew was now being ridiculed and it was now cool to dis classics such as TSWLM and MR. I've yet to see QOS and to be honest I have no real desire to go. Personally, I think DC will remain as Bond for some time and my only hope is that an independent Bond film is made that stays true to Cubby's version, the one that made most of us fans.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 18, 2008 12:46:53 GMT -5
You should'nt judge whether Craig has won over audiences by looking at the box office takings. My nan could star as Bond and it would do great box office. It's a Bond film with perhaps the biggest marketing campaign ever and absolutely no competition. Of course it will do well. You should judge whether Craig has won over audiences by what the public and critics say about him. There are a lot of reviews of QOS posted on here, either from the mainstream media, individuals or some from rival pro Bond sites. Below are some of the things they have said about Craigs portrayal as Bond - AGONISINGLY DULL Grumpy Stone Cold Looking 60 Charmless Terminator like Bullying lunk One note machismo Humourless Glum Barely speaking Minimal depth Lack of Charisma Starved of emotion Off the leash Zero Star power Bland thug One dimensional. Not sure DC's interpretation of Bond has won over audiences just yet. Wow. I think these QOS reviews are just a continuation of my CR review.
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Nov 18, 2008 12:39:29 GMT -5
Post by skywalker on Nov 18, 2008 12:39:29 GMT -5
Sure, will my opinion be welcomed? The last thing I want is to be called a delusional Craig fanboy. Your opinion will be welcomed and I'm more than happy to call you a delusional Craig fanboy too.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 16, 2008 9:14:04 GMT -5
I promised I'd join the forum of this great website a while back. I'm a long term sceptic of "Craig as Bond". I sometimes post on the MI6.co.uk forum. Hi Captain. Glad you've finally signed up.
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Nov 12, 2008 7:32:11 GMT -5
Post by skywalker on Nov 12, 2008 7:32:11 GMT -5
TODAY the order is this: 01 Moonraker 02 The Spy Who Loved Me 03 For Your Eyes Only 04 Diamonds Are Forever 05 You Only Live Twice 06 On Her Majesty's Secret Service 07 Licence To Kill 08 The Man with the Golden Gun 09 The Living Daylights 10 Octopussy 11 Goldfinger 12 Die Another Day 13 Tomorrow Never Dies 14 From Russia With Love 15 Live And Let Die 16 Thunderball 17 Dr. No 18 A View To A Kill 19 Casino Royale 20 The World Is Not Enough 21 GoldenEye 22 Quantum Of Solace (more on that another time!) A very mixed bag, isn't it? I don't think I've ever seen Moonraker at the top of anyone's Bond film list before. A pleasant surprise. Is Moore your favourite Bond actor seeing that your top 3 are all RM movies? Also with FYEO being number 3 in your list do you enjoy all style of Bond films?
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Post by skywalker on Nov 12, 2008 7:26:06 GMT -5
Skywalker was lucky enough to get tickets to see ACDC in Manchester. They are now selling for up to £500 per ticket. What are you waiting for.....put them on Ebay! I'd rather watch Angus strut his stuff. Although if the Mrs had her way
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Post by skywalker on Nov 11, 2008 17:19:30 GMT -5
Skywalker was lucky enough to get tickets to see ACDC in Manchester. They are now selling for up to £500 per ticket.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 11, 2008 17:03:18 GMT -5
GF - The classic, iconic Bond movie that took Connery and the character to the next level.
TSWLM - I prefer LALD, but this is the film that showed Bond could still compete with mainstream movies and that the character was bigger than any potential actor playing the part.
FYEO - A complete change in style for the Bond films that went back to the FRWL style of film. Showed that a Moore Bond could be serious and still enjoyable.
GE - Great start for PB and the Bond franchise was back with a bang.
CR - Great BO receipts and the general public embraced this new style of Bond.
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Post by skywalker on Nov 11, 2008 7:50:39 GMT -5
Thanks for the welcome everyone! A belated welcome. Look forward to reading your contributions.
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