The next James Bond film’s director has been revealed as Denis Villeneuve, a four-time Academy Award nominee renowned for the Dune Franchise and Blade Runner 2049. Expressing his views, Villeneuve describes the role as a “massive responsibility” and regards it as a “huge honour” to take on James Bond. He shares how his childhood movie memories are intimately connected to the 007 series, which he enjoyed with his father.
Emphasizing his deep respect for the franchise, Villeneuve intends to both honor the tradition and open the path for “many new missions to come.” This announcement comes amidst a major re-structure within the British spy franchise, which is transitioning under the creative control of Amazon MGM Studios. The steady change sees Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson relinquishing control.
The Broccoli family, who have historically been pivotal in the Bond series, now co-own the intellectual property. Producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman, recently appointed, stated that securing a director and developing a screenplay were immediate priorities before casting the successor for Daniel Craig.
Mike Hopkins, head of Amazon MGM Studios, lauds Villeneuve as a “cinematic master,” whose impressive filmography manifests his capabilities. Hopkins is enthusiastic about Villeneuve’s ability to provide compelling narratives and visuals, which he deems essential for engaging audiences in cinematic experiences. With great anticipation, Hopkins looks forward to the new chapter for James Bond under the guidance of such a distinguished filmmaker.
Source: https://news.sky.com/story/denis-villeneuve-director-of-next-james-bond-film-announced-and-says-hes-a-diehard-007-fan-13388737
