James Bond news weekly roundup: December 11
By David Pegram
Another week (or two) has passed, so it’s time to look at what’s going on in the world of James Bond, while also keeping an ‘eye on” this upcoming week.
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Pre-production work on Bond 25 has (evidently?) been delayed a little bit due to re-shoots on the Han Solo spinoff. Filming on Bond 25 is not expected to begin until late 2018. This news comes via unsubstantiated tweet. But it is at least worth looking into.
Hugh Jackman revealed how and why he turned down an opportunity to play James Bond. The revelation has caused a bit of a stir at MI6 HQ, where one blog writer took issue with Jackman’s account.
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Winter is Coming
Paloma Faith has lobbied to sing the next title song. During a radio interview, Faith said, “I feel like I was built for it!”
In the wake of highly-publicized accounts of sexual misconduct in entertainment and politics, one scholar has turned her attention to Eve Monepenny. More specifically, how has her character reflected workplace “sexual politics?”
BBC radio personality Olly Smith will host a two-hour special on the late Roger Moore on Boxing day (December 26). The special will air on on Radio 2 in the UK.
On this date …
December 14: Diamonds Are Forever was released, 46 years ago.
Celebrating birthdays this week:
December 12: Honor Blackman, Pussy Galore (Goldfinger)
December 13: Lynn Holly Johnson Bibi Dahl (For Your Eyes Only)
December 14: Vijay Amritraj (former professional tennis player) Vijay (Octopussy)
And that’s a wrap. As always, thank you for reading. Check back soon for more news and updates.