Sharlto Copley Could Join ‘MALEFICENT’
Deadline reports that South African actor Sharlto Copley (District 9) is in talks to take the role of King Stefan in Disney’s Maleficent. Apparently, Jude Law had also been in the running for the role. Rumors also put Patrick Stewart, Judi Dench and Emma Thompson in the mix as well. Angelina Jolie stars in the title role while Elle Fanning is expected to take the role of Princess Aurora.
‘SKYFALL’ Adds Another Bond Girl With Model Tonia Sotriopoulou
MI6 (via ThePlaylist) reports that Greek model Tonia Sotiropoulou has joined fellow Bond girls Berenice Marlohe and Naomie Harris for the 23rd film Skyfall. Tonia confirmed the news via her Facebook page mentioning she’s headed to Turkey. It was said that the original location of India had been changed to Turkey over production issues with the local government. Of course there will be other locations with London being one of the major settings of the film. The rest of the cast includes Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes and Ben Whisaw with release date set for November 9th 2012.
Skyfall Official Title Of Bond 23, Cast Confirmed
Bond 23’s official title will be Skyfall. The title had been rumored for a couple of weeks but is now confirmed. The official cast lineup has also been announced which includes Daniel Craig, Judy Dench, Javier Bardem (No Country For Old Men), Naomie Harris (28 Days Later), Bérénice Marlohe, Ralph Fiennes, Albert Finney (Miller’s Crossing) and Ben Whishaw (Layer Cake, Perfume). While most of the new cast hasn’t been given character names it was revealed that Naomie will play field agent Eve (not Miss Moneypenny) and Bérénice will play a Bond girl named Severin. The film will still have large action pieces and it was confirmed that it will be it’s own story not being connected to the previous two installments. Skyfall will hit North American theaters on November 9th 2012.
“In SKYFALL, Bond’s loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost.”
Albert Finney Joins Bond 23
Legendary actor Albert Finney (Miller’s Crossing) has joined Sam Mendes’ (Road To Perdition) Bond 23 (Skyfall?) according to ThePlaylist . He joins newcomers Ralph Fiennes, Javier Bardem, Ben Whishaw (Layer Cake, Purfume), Naomie Harris (Miami Vice, Pirates 2-3), Helen McCrory (Deathly Hallows 1-2) and Berenice Marlohe. Returners include Daniel Craig and Judi Dench along with Rory Kinnear who played M’s assistant in Quantum.
Finney’s role is unknown but there has been talk of bringing back the iconic role of Q. Who is the supplier and inventor of Bond’s useful gadgets. Since Naomie Harris is playing Miss Moneypenny it might not be out of the question. There has been talk of the action scenes being scaled down in favor for Oscar contentions and to make it more thrilling/grounded.
Ben Whishaw In Talks For Role In Bond23, Titled Carte Blanche?
There is talk that Ben Whishaw (Layer Cake, Perfume, Cloud Atlas) could be up for a role in Bond 23 but nothing was official. Playlist was able to confirm from the actor’s reps that he has talked with producers, yet nothing more than that. Currently the only confirmed actors include Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Finnes, Javier Bardem and Naomie Harris with Sam Mendes directing. Also, the rumor is that the title of the film will be Carte Blanche. Based on the title of the 37th Bond book written by Jeffery Deaver. The film is expected to have a November 9th 2012 release date.
Bond 23 Release Dates Confirmed
Sony and MGM have announced the official release dates for the untitled Bond 23. The domestic release date will be November 9th 2012 while the UK will get to see it on October 26th 2012. Sam Mendes (Road To Perdition, American Beauty) will direct the film with the only confirmed actors being Daniel Craig and Judi Dench.
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