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Filmmaker Urges Villeneuve to Preserve Bond's Legacy

11/21/2025

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Martin Campbell, the filmmaker behind GoldenEye and Casino Royale, advised Denis Villeneuve, the new director of the upcoming James Bond film, to preserve Bond’s essence: 'Don't break what isn't broken.'
He argued the film should be a continuation, not a reboot, maintaining continuity rather than starting over.
Campbell added the next Bond actor need not be a star, as Bond is the main attraction, and humor should be woven in.

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Martin Campbell, the filmmaker behind GoldenEye and Casino Royale, advised Denis Villeneuve, the new director of the upcoming James Bond film, to preserve Bond’s essence: 'Don't break what isn't broken.'
He argued the film should be a continuation, not a reboot, maintaining continuity rather than starting over.
Campbell added the next Bond actor need not be a star, as Bond is the main attraction, and humor should be woven in.