Update on Boyle’s Name Being Linked to ‘Bond 23’

UPDATE: Just a quick update.   We told you this one was probably just a rumor.   Once again, The Sun has been proven wrong.   A rep told MTV News that the news about Boyle being suggested for ‘Bond 23’ is absolutely untrue.

“While Danny says he always has and always will enjoy the Bond movies he has no plans to direct one. Danny is naturally flattered to be thought of””

Okay, stamp this one with a big, fat “RUMOR ALERT” stamp, as it comes from The Sun, not exactly the most accurate news source when it comes to film-related news.   Nevertheless, it is an interesting rumor that might even delve into simple fan wishfulness when all is said and done.

The Sun is reporting that Boyle’s name is in the mix as far as directors go for the next film in the ‘James Bond’ franchise.

Here’s what a “source” had to say:

“Danny is the man of the moment and he is being bombarded with offers from studios.

“He has been offered the chance to direct the 23rd Bond film by Barbara (Broccoli). The EON team love his vision and think that it would work perfectly for the new look of Bond.

“Danny has always insisted he is more interested in the film than the money.

“However, with Daniel Craig’s involvement and the way the films are now structured — with the emphasis on the characters and plot rather than gags and gadgets — it is right up Danny’s street.

“Everyone on the EON team thinks Danny would be a fantastic addition to the Bond family.†

And now it comes to opinions, because the chances of this news being accurate are growing less and less likely.   On paper, Boyle as a Bond director seems to be an awesome choice.   He has an amazing visual style, and I’m sure he would have no problem moving his camera around some big-budget action.

However, I thought the exact same thing about Marc Forster, and ‘Quantum of Solace’ was a huge step back in the franchise from ‘Casino Royale’.   If anything, I think bringing Boyle onto the project would put some heart back into the series.   Bond might not be the cold, surgical knife he was in ‘Quantum of Solace’, and certain fans of that film might not welcome a friendlier, even if slightly so, Bond to the mix.

What do you think?   Would Danny Boyle be a good choice for the 23rd ‘Bond’ film?   Is there any accuracy to this story whatsoever?   Have you ever not seen Boyle smiling?   Let us know by commenting below!

Source: The Sun