The nextJames Bondmovie has apparently found its director. It has been four years since the previousBondmovie,No Time to Die, was released, and there has been ample change since. Daniel Craig stepped away from the franchise, while Michael G. Wilson and Barbara BroccolisoldBond’s creative rights to Amazon. Behind the scenes, everything has changed, and the actor who will officially play 007 still has not been cast. Rumors have swirled about potential options, but none have been confirmed.
The actor may not have been cast, but Amazon seems to have found its director. X/Twitter user@Simon___Robert, an editor and film distributor, reported that directorAlfonso Cuarón is considering signing onto the franchise. At a masterclass event at the Paris Cinéma Club, Cuarón reportedly confirmed that he is in talks with Amazon to lead the first movie in this new era of 007. Check out Cuarón’s translated quote below, (viaWorld of Reel):
There is indeed this project under discussion, andI have a desire — if it happens— to revisit this story in my own way.
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The Oscar-Winning Director Is On Board
Cuarón did not officially confirm that he will be involved in the movie, as he emphasized that his involvement is still under discussion. He did, however, state that he has interest in signing on, so it is a distinct possibility. If Amazon can complete these negotiations, then it will see the newBondera begin with a10-time Oscar-winning directorat its head. Cuarón is a prominent director, who is best known forGravity(2013),Children of Men(2006), andHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban(2004). His last major work as a director was 2018’s partly-autobiographicalRoma.
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Alfonso Cuarón has directed dark comedies, massive blockbusters and deep, intelligent dramas, showing that he can master any genre he chooses.
With such a renowned filmography, securing Cuarón’s involvement would bring significant legitimacy toAmazon’s firstBondmovie.Amazon faced backlash after purchasing the creative rightsto the franchise in a reportedly $1 billion deal, as concerned viewers have expressed expectations that Amazon will produce multipleBond-based TV spin-offs. Should an esteemed director sign on, it could assuage concerns, as the movie division, at least, should maintain its quality.
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This Is A Promising Start
Concern and hesitation were only natural after Amazon attained control of the franchise, but this isan excellent first step. TheBondmovies were in limbo before the purchase, so Amazon is already moving quickly to secure the best talent in the industry, so that the next movie can finally begin development. If Cuarón does sign on, then he should be able to produce a ground-breaking work, which will help Amazon to prove that it does deserve to control this universe. WithJames Bondin new hands, Cuarón could be the first director in an all-new era.
