Amid rumors that British actor Callum Turner has been confirmed as the next James Bond, Pierce Brosnan, who played the fifth James Bond, has expressed his anticipation.
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Brosnan said, "I'm just an audience member now. I'm curious to see who will take on this momentous role that will go down in cinematic history. The actors currently being discussed are all people I respect."
Amazon MGM Studios recently conducted final auditions to finalize the next James Bond. The auditions reportedly featured British actors born in 1990: Callum Turner, Jack Lowden, and Josh O'Connor. Among them, Callum Turner previously worked with Pierce Brosnan in the 2017 film "The Only Living Boy in New York".
Evaluating Turner, Brosnan remarked, "He leaves a truly strong impression. He has a great voice and physique, and he is an actor who commands presence on screen."
He also offered his warm regards, saying, "I hope happiness, strength, and courage accompany the actor who takes on the next James Bond. Though we don't know who it will be, I will wait in anticipation for the birth of the new Bond."
Regarding Director Denis Villeneuve, who has taken the helm for the next 007 series, Brosnan expressed excitement, stating, "His work is pioneering. His imagination in direction and storytelling is deeply intuitive and sensory. It looks like a magnificent and brilliant work will emerge."
Callum Turner, who is being cited as a strong contender among the candidates for the next James Bond, gained popularity through the "Fantastic Beasts" film series and has appeared in "Emma" and "The Last Letter from Your Lover". He has also drawn significant attention for his romantic relationship and marriage to global pop star Dua Lipa.
Irish-born actor Pierce Brosnan was selected as the fifth James Bond and starred in four 007 films from 1995 to 2002.
(Photo = Still from "The Only Living Boy in New York")
(SBS Star News, Reporter Kim Ji-hye)
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