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Pass notes No 2,707: Sam Mendes
11 hours ago | The Guardian - Film News | See recent The Guardian - Film News news »
Can Sam Mendes, enfant terrible of British theatre, really be lined up to direct the new James Bond movie?
Age: 44.
Appearance: Like the painting in George Clooney's attic.
I'm pretty sure I know who he is, but could you just . . . Former enfant terrible of British theatre, Oscar-winning film director, married to Kate Winslet . . .
Married to Kate Winslet, that's him! What's he been up to, lately? It's not what he's been up to, it's what he's going to be up to.
Which is what? He's going to direct the next James Bond film, the 23rd in the series.
He isn't. The Hollywood Reporter says he is, with shooting set to start in June, followed by a 2011 release.
But Mendes is largely known for finely honed dramas exploring the dark underbelly of the human condition. Why would he want to direct the latest instalment of some clapped-out spy franchise? The box-office »
Gemma Arterton tired of criticism
11 hours ago | RealBollywood.com | See recent RealBollywood news »
London, Jan 6 (Ians) Bond girl Gemma Arterton is tired of criticism as she feels people dislike her for being a beautiful and successful young woman.
The ‘Quantum of Solace’ star, who is currently taking a break from movies and is starring in British play ‘The Little Dog Laughed’, finds it frustrating that British people seem to be eager to pour scorn on actresses, reports femalefirst.co.uk
‘When you put yourself in these huge popcorn movies you get out there, in the public arena, more. »
- realbollywood
‘Road To Perdition’ Director Sam Mendes to Work On Bond #23?
12 hours ago | The Scorecard Review | See recent Scorecard Review news »
Someone must have really been slammed around by the polarizing reviews of the last James Bond film, Quantum of Solace. Now, it seems that Bond production company Eon Productions is firing off everything it’s got to make the twenty-third Bond movie a promising film.
First, there was the addition of screenwriter Peter Morgan, who has thrilling intelligent films like The Queen, Frost/Nixon, and The Damned United (a film fully recommended by Tsr!) on his resume. He will be working with Neal Purvis and Robert Wade (Paul Haggis is out).
Now, there’s talk that American Beauty and Road to Perdition director Sam Mendes is in the final stages of being hired as a “consultant.” Read that again – it’s not “director” just yet.
Bond 23 is still in pre-production, and there are some financial clues as to why a big name like Mendes is just on board as a “consultant. »
- Nick Allen
James Bond Could Get Art-House Cred With Sam Mendes Directing
13 hours ago | MTV Movie News | See recent MTV Movie News news »
The 'American Beauty' director is in negotiations to helm 'Bond 23.'
By Eric Ditzian
Photo: Gary Gershoff/ WireImage
For a hot minute, it seemed like James Bond's passports had been revoked and he would not be trotting around the globe strangling bad guys and bedding ladies. Rumors floated earlier this week that embattled studio MGM had put "Bond 23" on hold as it struggled with a dire financial situation.
But in a bit of nifty escape work worthy of the MI6 super-agent, the follow-up to 2008's "Quantum of Solace" not only appears to be back on track but seems to have recruited an Oscar-winning director for its mission. The Hollywood Reporter's Heat Vision Blog reported that "American Beauty" helmer Sam Mendes is in negotiations to step into the director's chair for the 23rd Bond film.
Production is now said to be on a fast track, »
Arterton: 'Actresses are unfairly criticised'
18 hours ago | digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news »
Gemma Arterton has revealed that she dislikes the media's criticism of successful actresses. The Quantum Of Solace star, who will appear in the upcoming blockbuster Prince Of Persia, told The Times that famous women are unfairly targeted by news outlets. "When you put yourself in these huge popcorn movies you get out there, in the public arena, more than anyone else. But that also means you're out there to be criticised more than anyone else," she said. Arterton, who is appearing (more) »
- By Simon Reynolds
Gemma Arterton thinks attractive and successful women are disliked
18 hours ago | Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news »
Bond girl Gemma Arterton believes that attractive and successful women are not well-liked by the British public. The 23-year-old beauty starred as agent Strawberry Fields in 007 flick Quantum Of Solace and said the way Britain views successful women needs to change. She said: 'For some reason, if you're successful in Britain, people tend not to like you. But if you are a successful woman, and beautiful, in Britain, you are even more disliked.' She added: 'When you put yourself in these huge popcorn movies, you get out there, in the public arena, more than anyone else. 'But that also means that you're out there to be criticised more than anyone else. With Keira Knightley, »
- Sophie Eager
Sam Mendes tipped to direct next Bond film
19 hours ago | The Guardian - Film News | See recent The Guardian - Film News news »
The director best known for taut relationship dramas such as American Beauty and Revolutionary Road is in talks to take the reins on the 23rd 007 adventure
The Oscar-winning British film-maker Sam Mendes is in talks to direct the next instalment in the James Bond series, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The 23rd 007 film may go into production as early as June, with the aim of a 2011 release.
The project would be Mendes's first proper action film – the director is best known for taut relationship dramas such as his 1999 debut American Beauty, for which he won the Oscars for best film and best director, and last year's Revolutionary Road. However, he has dabbled in more high-octane fare before: on the 2005 Gulf war tale Jarhead, as well as the 2002 gangster flick Road to Perdition.
That last film starred the incumbent Bond, Daniel Craig, in a pivotal role. Craig will return for his »
- Ben Child
Mendes, Sam Mendes In Talks To Direct Next Bond Movie
20 hours ago | Screenrush | See recent Screenrush news »
It's a surpirse turn of events, but then no-one saw Marc Forster for Quantum Of Solace coming either. Sam Mendes is in negotiations to direct the next James Bond movie, so far titled Bond 23 because no-one has come up with anything better yet.
This would be the first full-on action movie for the talented helmer, who is best known for more cerebral fare with the likes of American Beauty, A Road To Perdition and the recent beautiful indie flick, Away We Go. However, there was a fair amount of gun-toting and blow-'em-up action in his 2005 Kuwait War drama Jarhead, so it seems he definitely has some of the Bond directorial qualities under his belt.
If the proposed employment goes ahead, Mendes will be working from a script written by Bond regulars Neal Purvisand Robert Wade, along with Frost/Nixon scribe Peter Morgan, and will of course be directing Daniel Craig, »
Joe Jonas Would Take Any Role in Bond Movie
21 hours ago | Celebrity Mania | See recent Celebrity Mania news »
While Nick Jonas is busy with his side project Nick Jonas and The Administration and Kevin Jonas is embracing his marriage life, Joe Jonas puts his eyes on "Bond 23". The 20-year-old recently told Scotland's Daily Record newspaper that he will do whatever it takes to get a part in the next feature installment of the super spy agent, even if that means playing a baddie.
"I'm willing to read for anything," the former boyfriend of country singer Taylor Swift opened up when talking about his desire to star in the follow-up to "Quantum of Solace". He further explained, "Acting is something I love and I want to do it all. It would be an awesome dream to get a part in a James Bond movie."
As for the reason why he is so keen on to act in the movie, Joe confessed that he and his brothers are fans of the latest 007 depicter, »
- celebrity-mania.com
High Quality Clash of the Titans Medusa Poster
23 hours ago | ShockYa | See recent ShockYa news »
Check out the high quality version of the Medusa poster for “Clash of the Titans” by director Louis Leterrier (The Incredible Hulk, Transporter 2) and starring Sam Worthington (Rogue, Avatar), Liam Neeson (The Red Circle, Five Minutes of Heaven), Ralph Fiennes (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II) and Gemma Arterton (Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, Quantum of Solace). Click Here for more photos, news and videos from Clash of the Titans. Synopsis: In “Clash of the Titans,” the ultimate struggle for power pits men against kings and kings against gods. But the war between the gods themselves could destroy the world. Born [...] »
- Brian Corder
Sam Mendes Signed For Bond 23?
23 hours ago | FilmShaft.com | See recent FilmShaft.com news »
Sam Mendes is in negotiations to direct the 23rd installment in the popular James Bond franchise, according to The Hollywood Reporter. News broke just hours ago that the British director was in discussions to direct the pic with Eon heads, Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, despite the well publicized financial troubles of Bond’s parent company, MGM.
According to THR’s sources, production is being fast tracked for the pic, expected to be the third outing for latest Bond, Daniel Craig, with production starting as early as June aiming for a 2011 release date. Sony co-produced and distributed The Quantum of Solace, the most recent Bond film and so are likely contenders to pick up the rights when they come up for sale.
Neal Purvis and Robert Wade are penning the script along with “Frost/Nixon” scribe, Peter Morgan and Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli will reprise production duties.
Despite the »
- Craig Sharp
Sam Mendes in talks to direct next Bond film
5 January 2010 8:27 PM, PST | Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news »
Sam Mendes is in negotiations to direct the 23'rd film of the James Bond franchise. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the production for "Bond 23" is being fast-tracked and could begin as early as June with a 2011 release in mind. Neal Purvis and Robert Wade are writing the script, along with "Frost/Nixon" writer Peter Morgan. Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli are producing. Daniel Craig is already signed on as 007.Marc Forster directed the previous Bond film, 2008's "Quantum of Solace."Mendes' films include 1999.s Oscar-winning "American Beauty;" 2002.s "Road to Perdition;" 2005.s "Jarhead;" 2008.s "Revolutionary Road;" and 2009.s "Away We Go." »
- Adnan Tezer
Sam Mendes To Direct James Bond 23 [Updated]
5 January 2010 7:04 PM, PST | ScreenRant.com | See recent Screen Rant news »
[Updated: Deadline Hollywood is reporting from inside sources that Mendes is being brought on as a consultant and that financial/contracting issues are holding them back from actually signing a director. They still have Mendes as a candidate to direct and this could all be just contractual maneuvering. Daniel Craig really wants Mendes involved from their previous work on Road to Perdition and after Quantum of Solace received a lot of criticisms. Read about it here.]
Out of the negative news of MGM financial issues and production delays for the 23rd installment of the James Bond film franchise in recent months, comes a ray of light in the form of what may be very talented Oscar-winning director helming the next Bond movie, tentatively titled Bond 23.
The Heat Vision blog is reporting that British-born director Sam Mendes is in negotiations to direct the next James Bond film and sequel to last year’s Quantum of Solace.
Sam Mendes has a very impressive resume which includes critically-acclaimed hits such as American Beauty, Road to Perdition and Revolutionary Road. Rotten Tomatoes isn’t always the most accurate way to judge movies or those involved in creating them, but I think it’s absolutely noteworthy that Mendes sits with a 100% fresh rating.
While Martin Campbell’s Casino Royale – the essential reboot of the franchise – was widely praised for being »
- Rob Keyes
Sam Mendes To Put The Bland In Bond
5 January 2010 6:44 PM, PST | LatinoReview | See recent LatinoReview news »
Well, this isn't very exciting news. Apparently San Mendes is in talks to direct the next James Bond film. I have nothing against sam, but his movies bore me to death. Away We Go is an exercise in patience, nothing happened in Jarhead, and everything else he's done has been nowhere near the action genre. Does that make him the perfect candidate then? Or the worst? The trades has more: It's Mendes. Sam Mendes. The British helmer is in negotiations to direct the 23rd installment of the venerable James Bond franchise. Production is being fast-tracked and could begin as early as June with an eye toward a 2011 release. Plans for the film are moving forward despite a possible sale of MGM. Sony co-produced and distributed the most recent installment of the 007 series with MGM. Bond regulars Neal Purvis and Robert Wade are writing, along with "Frost/Nixon" scribe Peter Morgan. »
Exclusive: Sam Mendes About To Be Hired As "Consultant" On Bond #23
5 January 2010 6:11 PM, PST | Deadline Hollywood | See recent Deadline Hollywood news »
As you know, the James Bond filmmaker Eon Productions operates with great autonomy and secrecy. I've just learned that producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson are in final negotiations with CAA for director Sam Mendes to come on as a consultant to the 23rd James Bond film (as yet untitled). That's right -- not as the director, yet. This is for the film now in pre-production for release in 2011 whose story begins after Quantum Of Solace and again stars Daniel Craig. The actor has been telling folks that filming begins in late 2010. I hear Craig is "insisting" on Mendes' hiring because the actor [...] »
- Nikki Finke
Scoop This: 'Bond Director', 'Dune' Director, and Producers' Awards Go Heavy on Sci-Fi
5 January 2010 5:38 PM, PST | Fandango | See recent Fandango news »
Sam Mendes to Direct Next James Bond Film? Shortly after word hit yesterday that the next James Bond film was possibly being delayed due to financial problems, The Hollywood Reporter now tells us that Sam Mendes is in talks to helm the 23rd James Bond film. Mendes, of course, is known for directing American Beauty, Revolutionary Road and this past summer's Away We Go, so obviously this is a little bit of a departure for the guy. In fact, aside from Jarhead, we really haven't gotten to see Mendes unleash some balls-to-the-wall action… and even though I should be reluctant, part of me really digs this choice. Mendes could help put back the subtle nuance that was missing from Quantum of Solace – perhaps give us a story where we feel something (like Casino Royale), instead of...
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Sam Mendes to Direct Next James Bond Film
5 January 2010 5:11 PM, PST | Filmofilia | See recent Filmofilia news »
MGM has announced (via The Hollywood Reporter’s Heat Vision Blog) that Oscar winning director Sam Mendes is in negotiations to direct the upcoming 23rd James Bond movie.
The site reports production is being fast-tracked and could begin as early as June with an eye toward a 2011 release. Writers Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and Peter Morgan, and producers Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli are still attached in their respective roles.
Mendes’ previous action movies include “Jarhead” and “The Road To Perdition”, he has also directed acclaimed movies “Away We Go” (grossed $10 million domestically last summer), “Revolutionary Road” and “American Beauty”, for which he won an Oscar.
The previous Bond movie, 2008’s “Quantum Of Solace” was directed by Marc Forster and grossed $586 million worldwide.
Daniel Craig will reprise his role as 007.
What do you think? Let us know in the comments!
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- Allan Ford
Dune remake reportedly gets new director
5 January 2010 3:53 PM, PST | The Geek Files | See recent The Geek Files news »
A New director is reported to have signed on for the planned remake of Frank Herbert's classic sci-fi novel Dune, following the departure of Peter Berg in October.
Berg became involved with the project in March 2008. His exit came as a surprise because a month beforehand he had confirmed he was still on board, amid speculation that Twilight star Robert Pattinson was in line for the lead role of Paul Atreides.
Neil Marshall (Dog Soldiers, The Descent, Doomsday) and District 9 filmmaker Neill Blomkamp were rumoured to be the contenders to step into the hotseat, although the latter has made clear his aversion to big-budget spectacles.
Now, according to Entertainment Weekly, Paramount has hired Taken director Pierre Morel to get things moving again on the new Dune film.
The French filmmaker apparently wants to make a very faithful adaptation of Herbert's sprawling epic. Paramount production chief Adam Goodman has »
- David Bentley
Updated: Sam Mendes to Direct Bond 23
5 January 2010 3:40 PM, PST | newsinfilm.com | See recent newsinfilm news »
In a surprise move by MGM, Sam Mendes is in discussions to direct the next untitled James Bond movie currently being referred to as simply Bond 23.
The announcement, via THR’s Heat Vision Blog, refutes claims that the 23rd James Bond movie is on hold due to the sale of MGM. In fact, production is on the “fast track” and could begin as soon as June 2010 for release sometime in 2011 (my guess is November, where they’ve had recent success).
Update: Nikki Finke learned that MGM’s financial situation is playing a factor in officially signing Mendes. Hiring a director to Bond would “trigger a payment from MGM,” which is nearly bankrupt at the moment, so he’s being brought in as a “consultant” for now with the first shot at directing once the script is complete.
Daniel Craig had previously agreed to return as Bond. Neal Purvis and Robert Wade are writing, »
- Jeff Leins
Sam Mendes To Direct Bond 23
5 January 2010 2:59 PM, PST | EmpireOnline | See recent EmpireOnline news »
File under ‘whoa – did Not see that one coming’. The Hollywood Reporter is saying that Sam Mendes is the surprise choice to helm the as yet-untitled Bond 23.Mendes is currently in negotiations with Eon big cheeses, Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, to direct the movie, which is ploughing ahead despite uncertainty over the sale of MGM, Bond’s parent company.If he signs on the line that is dotted, production could well begin as early as June, for a release in 2011.Mendes, of course, would mark a return to a British director after Eon plumped for the first ‘foreign’ Bond director, the German-born Swiss, Marc Forster, for Quantum Of Solace. While that movie became the second most successful Bond movie ever, with a worldwide gross of $586 million, it wasn’t warmly received by critics and hardcore Bond fans, making a return for Forster unlikely.But we still didn’t see Mendes coming. »
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