Who is the next James Bond? Final screen-tests begin
Summary
Entertainment journalist Brian Lloyd joins the show to discuss the imminent screen tests for the next James Bond, featuring confirmed candidates Jack Lowden, Callum Turner, and Josh O'Connor, alongside an unconfirmed fourth actor rumored to be Dev Patel or Aaron Pierre. The conversation covers the rigorous audition process, which involves filming a full scene from an early Bond movie, and analyzes the distinct qualities of previous actors like Daniel Craig and Roger Moore.
Topics discussed
Introduction: James Bond casting rumors
The confirmed candidates: Loudon, Turner, O'Connor
The mystery fourth actor and screen test logistics
How the screen tests are conducted
Recap of previous Bond actors
Comparing different Bond personas
Analysis of Jack Lowden's suitability
Discussion on Jack Lowden's Bond potential
The franchise's future after No Time to Die
Rumors of a 1950s origin story
Producers' stance on modern Bond and diversity
Speculation on the wildcard actor: Patel or Pierre
Closing remarks and sign-off
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