Michael Fassbender declines consideration for the role of James Bond.
Michael Fassbender Suggests New Directions for James Bond Role
Michael Fassbender, the Irish actor known for his roles in films like "Inglourious Basterds" and "X-Men: First Class," has weighed in on the ongoing debate about who should take over the role of James Bond from Daniel Craig.
In an interview with GQ magazine, Fassbender expressed his thoughts on the iconic spy character, suggesting that the franchise needs a fresh approach. He proposed the idea of a female Bond, dubbed "Jane Bond," and named actors like Henry Golding and Jack O'Connell as potential candidates for the role.
However, Fassbender clarified that he does not see himself or fellow Irish actor Aidan Turner as contenders for the role. He believes that the new James Bond should be someone in their early 20s, a departure from the traditionally older actors who have played the role.
Fassbender also stated that the new James Bond won't be on bookies' lists, indicating that the usual suspects like Tom Hardy, Richard Madden, and Regé-Jean Page may not be the ones to take on the role.
In addition to his suggestions, Fassbender proposed starting the James Bond film in Sandhurst, Army training, or in the Middle East on an op and getting thrown in the brig for insubordination. He believes this could add a new dimension to the character.
Other frequently mentioned frontrunners in the wider discussion around the role include Tom Hardy, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Cillian Murphy, and Regé-Jean Page, among others. Notably, Paapa Essiedu was recommended by director Danny Boyle, not Fassbender.
As the search for the next James Bond continues, Fassbender's suggestions add an interesting twist to the ongoing debate, with the possibility of a female Bond and younger actors being considered for the role.
In the ongoing discussion about who should succeed Daniel Craig as James Bond, Michael Fassbender's proposals for a fresh approach to the franchise include the introduction of 'Jane Bond', a female 007. Moreover, Fassbender suggests starting a new James Bond film with unconventional settings like Sandhurst, Army training, or the Middle East, which could bring a new dimension to the character in the realm of movies-and-tv entertainment.
