December 20th 2024.
The anticipation for the new James Bond movie has been building for months, but it seems like the franchise is now facing some major roadblocks. Reports have surfaced that the release of the next film could be delayed indefinitely, putting the future of the iconic series in jeopardy. It's almost as if the franchise itself is fighting for survival, much like the fictional British agent.
It's been over three years since Daniel Craig's last Bond film, No Time To Die, and there's still no sign of the next movie. The delay is said to be caused by a feud between Amazon, who acquired half of the rights to Bond in a multi-billion dollar deal, and producing partner Barbara Broccoli. Broccoli, who inherited the role from her father, the original Bond producer, has allegedly clashed with Amazon executives and even called them "f***ing idiots."
Without Broccoli's approval, Amazon is unable to move forward with production, and there are reports that there is still no script, director, or lead actor in place. The only Bond-related content released by Amazon since the acquisition is a reality series, which received mixed reactions from the company, with one employee even questioning Bond's status as a hero.
The ongoing feud between Amazon and Broccoli has caused major delays in the production timeline, with some predicting that the next Bond film may not be released until 2028. This is a significant wait, even for Bond fans who are used to waiting up to six years for a new film. Broccoli and her producing partner received an award for their work on the franchise, but notably did not mention Amazon in their acceptance speech.
In an interview, Broccoli expressed the need for bravery in the movie industry, especially during times of crisis. She also hinted at a new direction for the Bond franchise, with a potential non-white and younger lead. Despite the setbacks, the rumor mill is still churning with potential candidates for the next Bond, including Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Saoirse Ronan.
It's unclear when the Amazon-Broccoli feud will end, but one thing is certain: the future of Bond is uncertain. As fans eagerly await the next installment, they can only hope that the franchise will find its footing once again.
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