Bond girls / artists for theme song

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  • Number24Number24 NorwayPosts: 21,701MI6 Agent
    No, not really. The whole movie was a parody/love letter to a lot of things, including 70's disco and Blacksploitation. As such the movie and the song did a decent job. It doesn't really representerer most of her songs.
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Sir Miles wrote:
    Number24 wrote:
    But I don't see how that's a problem. It might be if she wants to act in a Bond movie, but I just want her to sing.

    And that's your problem right there -{
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  • Number24Number24 NorwayPosts: 21,701MI6 Agent
    Beyonce made a disco song for a movie about (among other things) 70's disco 15 years ago, so she would be completely wrong for Bond title song singer for the rest of her life. It all makes sense now....
  • BarbelBarbel ScotlandPosts: 36,053Chief of Staff
    :D :D :D

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    Sorry old man, I'm sure you understand.
  • caractacus pottscaractacus potts Orbital communicator, level 10Posts: 3,907MI6 Agent
    having recently seen Atomic Blonde, and with the memory of Fury Road still fresh...
    if Charlize Theron were the next Bond-girl, Craig would be left holding her stilletos for her while she did all the asswhupping
    and why not? his Bond is getting rather elderly and tired of all that senseless violence, to quote the great Cosmo Kramer "why not let her do all the work?"

    and if folks're going to suggest Liz Hurley and Beyoncé Knowles, I vote Heather Graham, the best of all the Powers-girls. I understand her character wasn't required for the new Twin Peaks revival, so she could probably use the work
  • PierreVWPierreVW Posts: 17MI6 Agent
    Milla Jovovich and Eiza Gonzales.
  • Ronin1974Ronin1974 Posts: 13MI6 Agent
    Number24 wrote:
    Ronin1974 wrote:
    Beyoncé Knowles's name has popped up. If true, I'd not be disappointed...

    Neither would I. But it seems some members here are very much against it, and I simply can't understand why.

    Me neither. She can be a tremendously powerful yet accurate performer, and could cover both a classic Bond ballade as well as more aggressive strings. She even has the right look for a cameo, I could add...
  • caractacus pottscaractacus potts Orbital communicator, level 10Posts: 3,907MI6 Agent
    edited September 2017
    thinking more about Charlize Theron...
    we shouldn't base our expectations of her on the ultraviolence shown in Atomic Blonde, after all she is an actress and has range
    what else has she done that we suggests potential as a Bondgirl?

    answer: season 3 of Arrested Development, she plays Rita Leeds, Michael Bluth's love interest, a mysterious woman with a sexy British accent introduced in the episode For British Eyes Only
    she is usually accompanied by Mr. F, a sinister older man played by SCTV's Dave Thomas, who has some unspoken control over her, and when we see them together a pastiche of John Barry type music is played in the soundtrack
    (Theron's accent sounds good, Thomas's sounds like a deliberately bad parody he might have done on SCTV)
    the implication is the two are some sort of exciting spies, the final revelation is quite different
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95QeRGbVqBY
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hk6EAfo2eyQ

    also Wikipedia tells me she once played the part of Britt Ekland in a Peter Sellers bio-pic, that's relevant experience, right?
  • Revolver66Revolver66 Melbourne, AustraliaPosts: 470MI6 Agent
    Makes sense that they would try and get Beyonce. Besides Adele she's probably the biggest solo female act in the world. Having said that though it's important to get someone who is right for the Bond theme, and not just a huge name. Otherwise you could get Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Mylie Cryus, anyone. And they would not be the right fit for Bond. So we'll see. Won't complain if it's her but hoping it's somebody else
  • OakvaleOakvale Pennsylvania Posts: 155MI6 Agent
    edited September 2017
    Ronin1974 wrote:
    Number24 wrote:
    Ronin1974 wrote:
    Beyoncé Knowles's name has popped up. If true, I'd not be disappointed...

    Neither would I. But it seems some members here are very much against it, and I simply can't understand why.

    Me neither. She can be a tremendously powerful yet accurate performer, and could cover both a classic Bond ballade as well as more aggressive strings. She even has the right look for a cameo, I could add...

    This forum isn't exactly comprised with Beyonce's key demographics, it's not too surprising. :))

    I imagine she would do a good job, but she is a little too big of a name for the job.
  • James SuzukiJames Suzuki New ZealandPosts: 2,406MI6 Agent
    I wasn't too impressed with Beyonce's latest efforts and I'm worried she might do a Madonna and bring up some some half-baked effort sitting in her shelf (or these days on her I-Pad). But that's just me. She could do a belter though. So I could be wrong.
    My fave for the job is the New Zealand singer Lorde. I reckon she could do a classic.
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  • Matt SMatt S Oh Cult Voodoo ShopPosts: 6,596MI6 Agent
    I wasn't too impressed with Beyonce's latest efforts and I'm worried she might do a Madonna and bring up some some half-baked effort sitting in her shelf (or these days on her I-Pad). But that's just me. She could do a belter though. So I could be wrong.
    My fave for the job is the New Zealand singer Lorde. I reckon she could do a classic.

    I think what we need is another David Arnold song. He did so well with "Surrender" (the real Tomorrow Never Dies), "The World Is Not Enough" and "You Know My Name". With him in control rather than the singer, we won't get another Madonna disaster. Most of the classic Bond tracks like "Goldfinger", "Thunderball", "Diamonds Are Forever" and "Nobody Does It Better", didn't rely as much on the performer as they did on the composer. We need a great singer who knows how to interpret a song written by a proper Bond composer. Madonna should never have been allowed to write her own Bond song. David Arnold should have written the song he wanted to write for the movie and maybe had her sing it.
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  • BarbelBarbel ScotlandPosts: 36,053Chief of Staff
    My fave for the job is the New Zealand singer Lorde. I reckon she could do a classic.

    Agreed- she's got a good voice, and "Green Light" was a good song.
    Matt S wrote:
    I think what we need is another David Arnold song. He did so well with "Surrender" (the real Tomorrow Never Dies), "The World Is Not Enough" and "You Know My Name". With him in control rather than the singer, we won't get another Madonna disaster. Most of the classic Bond tracks like "Goldfinger", "Thunderball", "Diamonds Are Forever" and "Nobody Does It Better", didn't rely as much on the performer as they did on the composer. We need a great singer who knows how to interpret a song written by a proper Bond composer. Madonna should never have been allowed to write her own Bond song. David Arnold should have written the song he wanted to write for the movie and maybe had her sing it.

    +1.
    Oakvale wrote:
    This forum isn't exactly comprised with Beyonce's key demographics, it's not too surprising. :))

    I take your point about the demographics, but for years I presented a show (at one point two shows) on local radio so am not totally unfamiliar with her work (and that of others, eg Lorde).
  • 007Downunder007Downunder Hobart, Australia Posts: 373MI6 Agent
    Lorde's hunger games song brilliant but how about the killers Brandon flowers would fantastic
    Anthony
  • James SuzukiJames Suzuki New ZealandPosts: 2,406MI6 Agent
    Matt S wrote:
    I wasn't too impressed with Beyonce's latest efforts and I'm worried she might do a Madonna and bring up some some half-baked effort sitting in her shelf (or these days on her I-Pad). But that's just me. She could do a belter though. So I could be wrong.
    My fave for the job is the New Zealand singer Lorde. I reckon she could do a classic.

    I think what we need is another David Arnold song. He did so well with "Surrender" (the real Tomorrow Never Dies), "The World Is Not Enough" and "You Know My Name". With him in control rather than the singer, we won't get another Madonna disaster. Most of the classic Bond tracks like "Goldfinger", "Thunderball", "Diamonds Are Forever" and "Nobody Does It Better", didn't rely as much on the performer as they did on the composer. We need a great singer who knows how to interpret a song written by a proper Bond composer. Madonna should never have been allowed to write her own Bond song. David Arnold should have written the song he wanted to write for the movie and maybe had her sing it.

    Totally agree!
    Was listening to Surrender today and thinking about how fantastic the song is. And how disappointing it was to only be in the end credits. Not sure if it was actually a contender for QOS but Shirley Bassey's No Good about goodbyes is a superb Bond song written by David Arnold.
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  • zaphod99zaphod99 Posts: 1,415MI6 Agent
    I wasn't too impressed with Beyonce's latest efforts and I'm worried she might do a Madonna and bring up some some half-baked effort sitting in her shelf (or these days on her I-Pad). But that's just me. She could do a belter though. So I could be wrong.
    My fave for the job is the New Zealand singer Lorde. I reckon she could do a classic.

    I'm in the Lorde camp also. Young, fresh, individual and compelling. Hoping for something other than a Ballad this time, something with some guts and spark.
    Of that of which we cannot speak we must pass over in silence- Ludwig Wittgenstein.
  • canoe2canoe2 Posts: 2,007MI6 Agent
    The World is Not Enough is my favorite Arnold/artist collaboration. I'd be more than happy if a song in that style was used. I'm in agreement that Lorde could pull it off and bring something interesting to the mix.
  • OakvaleOakvale Pennsylvania Posts: 155MI6 Agent
    Matt S wrote:
    I think what we need is another David Arnold song. He did so well with "Surrender" (the real Tomorrow Never Dies), "The World Is Not Enough" and "You Know My Name". With him in control rather than the singer, we won't get another Madonna disaster. Most of the classic Bond tracks like "Goldfinger", "Thunderball", "Diamonds Are Forever" and "Nobody Does It Better", didn't rely as much on the performer as they did on the composer. We need a great singer who knows how to interpret a song written by a proper Bond composer. Madonna should never have been allowed to write her own Bond song. David Arnold should have written the song he wanted to write for the movie and maybe had her sing it.

    This is pretty on the mark, Matt. We saw this again with Sam Smith and Spectre - weird lyrics that really don't fit Bond as a character, but rather an angst filled teen who listens to pop ballads.
    Barbel wrote:
    Oakvale wrote:
    This forum isn't exactly comprised with Beyonce's key demographics, it's not too surprising. :))

    I take your point about the demographics, but for years I presented a show (at one point two shows) on local radio so am not totally unfamiliar with her work (and that of others, eg Lorde).

    Ah interesting, perhaps I was speaking more for myself then. :)
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    Matt S wrote:
    I think what we need is another David Arnold song. He did so well with "Surrender" (the real Tomorrow Never Dies), "The World Is Not Enough" and "You Know My Name". With him in control rather than the singer, we won't get another Madonna disaster. Most of the classic Bond tracks like "Goldfinger", "Thunderball", "Diamonds Are Forever" and "Nobody Does It Better", didn't rely as much on the performer as they did on the composer. We need a great singer who knows how to interpret a song written by a proper Bond composer. Madonna should never have been allowed to write her own Bond song. David Arnold should have written the song he wanted to write for the movie and maybe had her sing it.
    The Madonna-Die Another Day fiasco was a huge missed opportunity in my opinion. Strange as it may see, whoever visits always points to my displayed Vanquish model car saying that they remember DAD because of the Madonna song.
    I (obviously) agree that we should have another Arnold song for the next film and the fact they haven't already signed him up for the next one is just letting talent go unused.
    He's clearly willing and on top of making badass scores, he loves the movies. What more could the producers ask for?
    a reasonable rate of return
  • Sir MilesSir Miles The Wrong Side Of The WardrobePosts: 26,417Chief of Staff
    The Madonna-Die Another Day fiasco was a huge missed opportunity in my opinion. Strange as it may see, whoever visits always points to my displayed Vanquish model car saying that they remember DAD because of the Madonna song.

    But do they remember the song for good or bad reasons? :D

    In the context of the opening titles - and what goes on therein - I think it works...otherwise it's bloody rubbish :))
    YNWA 97
  • canoe2canoe2 Posts: 2,007MI6 Agent
    Sir Miles wrote:
    In the context of the opening titles - and what goes on therein - I think it works...

    Meaning it causes the viewer the same pain Bond experiences when he's being tortured? :D
  • Dirty PunkerDirty Punker ...Your Eyes Only, darling."Posts: 2,587MI6 Agent
    :)) :))
    Also, yes.
    a reasonable rate of return
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    I say, DAD only broadened the path downhill to AWTD :p
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • Sir MilesSir Miles The Wrong Side Of The WardrobePosts: 26,417Chief of Staff
    canoe2 wrote:
    Sir Miles wrote:
    In the context of the opening titles - and what goes on therein - I think it works...

    Meaning it causes the viewer the same pain Bond experiences when he's being tortured? :D

    :))
    YNWA 97
  • Sir MilesSir Miles The Wrong Side Of The WardrobePosts: 26,417Chief of Staff
    Higgins wrote:
    I say, DAD only broadened the path downhill to AWTD :p

    Do you have misty ears ? :o :p
    YNWA 97
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,618MI6 Agent
    Last time that I've checked - no :p
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • 007Downunder007Downunder Hobart, Australia Posts: 373MI6 Agent
    Just saw American assassin : fantastic best film I've seen for ages. Shiva Negar my pick for next Bond girl
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    Anthony
  • sunflower888sunflower888 Posts: 37MI6 Agent
    edited November 2017
    Number24 wrote:
    I would much prefer unknown talent, or at least someone who is new to the British and American audience.

    I agree and I would love it to be me, newie, sultry exotic looking Brit, with assault course and acting experience, gritty not just pretty! Licensed to thrill, lol. :)) :) -{

    It would be a dream of a role.
  • HarveyMushmanHarveyMushman Posts: 333MI6 Agent
    100% Laura Mvula should cover the Bond 25 theme song, infact i’d be surprised if she is not announced for it. She openly admits to wanting to do it and has a voice similar to dear Shirley. She also has the edge of Grace Kelly.

    Bond girl suggestion would be Jodie Turner-Smith
  • zaphod99zaphod99 Posts: 1,415MI6 Agent
    For Bond girl how about Jameela Jamil (can't get photo link to work sorry) She is gorgeous with a lovely cut glass RP accent.) At 5ft 9 barefoot Daniel would need stilts. Maybe for the next actor. Check her out in the wonderful The Good Place with Ted Danson.
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