Denis Villeneuve once said he'd 'deeply love' to make a James Bond movie. Amazon just hired him - and 007 fans seem to approve.
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Denis Villeneuve has been appointed as the director for the next James Bond film following Amazon's acquisition of MGM. Fans are hopeful about this new direction, especially after the success of Daniel Craig's run as 007. Villeneuve, who refers to himself as a lifelong Bond fan, aims to honor the franchise's legacy while carving out a new path for future adventures. His extensive experience with critically acclaimed films like 'Dune' and 'Blade Runner 2049' adds to the potential excitement surrounding this reboot.
Villeneuve expressed his deep connection to 007, noting, 'I grew up watching James Bond films with my father... To me, he's sacred territory. I intend to honor the tradition.'
In discussing the potential of rebooting the franchise, Villeneuve reflected on the impact of Daniel Craig's tenure, calling it a 'big challenge to reboot after what Daniel did.'
The news of Villeneuve's selection was met with immediate reassurance from fans, alleviating fears of Amazon's potential to 'Marvel-ize' the classic franchise.
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