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  • 11/23/2023
Christopher Nolan revealed directing a Bond film as an amazing privilege, recognizing the profound impact these movies have had on his filmmaking journey & experience.

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00:00 Director Christopher Nolan, often linked to the British spy franchise, has set the record
00:04 straight about his possible involvement in the James Bond movie.
00:09 And expressing admiration for the Bond films in the past, he has now distanced himself
00:14 from the project.
00:15 During a recent interview with Associated Press, Nolan debunked rumours about his next
00:20 project being a Bond film.
00:22 He firmly stated, "No, sadly no, not true to those rumours," putting an end to speculations
00:28 about his attachment to the iconic spy series.
00:31 Nolan previously described directing a Bond film as an amazing privilege, acknowledging
00:36 the significant influence of these movies on his work.
00:40 However, he highlighted the challenges of working within the specific boundaries of
00:44 such a character-driven series, emphasising the necessity of the right creative movement.
00:51 Nolan stressed that tackling the Bond legacy requires a particular mindset and approach.
00:56 In 2017, Nolan had expressed a definite intention to direct a Bond movie, indicating ongoing
01:03 discussions with Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
01:08 He revealed his deep affection for the character and his excitement to contribute to its evolution.
01:14 However, Nolan also emphasised the importance of feeling necessary for the project, stating
01:20 that "reinvention and a genuine need for change were essential aspects, contrary to widespread
01:26 anticipation."
01:27 Bond producer Craig Wilson confirmed that active development on the next Bond film has
01:32 not commenced.
01:33 While reassuring fans that another Bond movie is on the horizon, he clarified that the team
01:39 isn't currently working on Christopher Nolan's recent remarks have clarified his stance on
01:44 the Bond project, indicating that while he holds admiration for the franchise, his involvement
01:50 in a future Bond film remains uncertain.
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