Barbie's Greta Gerwig Takes a Stand as James Bond Franchise Teeters on 61-Year Tradition
Greta Gerwig, renowned for directing Little Women, joins the James Bond franchise, possibly ending its iconic 61-year streak Additionally, Gerwig is set to helm the highly anticipated Narnia movies
Summary
Greta Gerwig, director of notable movies such as Lady Bird and Little Women, has indicated her desire to potentially helm a James Bond film in the future.With Gerwig's participation in the upcoming film adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia and her triumph with Barbie, it is evident that she possesses the ability to work across various genres and produce potential blockbuster hits.
Greta Gerwig, a renowned filmmaker known for her works such as Lady Bird, Little Women, and most recently, Barbie, could potentially break a significant 61-year tradition by directing a James Bond film. With over 20 installments and a long history of leading male actors such as Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig, the James Bond franchise is one of the highest-grossing in cinematic history. If Gerwig were to take on this challenge, she would not only bring a fresh perspective to the iconic series but also become the first female director in its history.
During her appearance on the Inside Total Film podcast (via Deadline), Gerwig talked about her current focus and hinted at a potential interest in the James Bond franchise. When asked about the opportunity, she revealed that she had not thought about it before but expressed her admiration for Barbara Broccoli. Below are Gerwig's comments regarding James Bond:
"Wow. Well, for now, we'll be content with lions and dolls. However, who knows what the future holds? I genuinely have a great appreciation for Barbara Broccoli, the 007 Producer, so..."
What's Next For Greta Gerwig?
Gerwig has been confirmed as the writer and director for the upcoming adaptation of The Chronicles of Narnia, based on C.S. Lewis' novels. The films will be distributed by Netflix and Gerwig is expected to be involved in the first two entries. After her work on Barbie, Gerwig's potential involvement in a James Bond movie should not be dismissed, considering the success of Barbie's opening weekend. Gerwig has demonstrated her skills in working with various styles and budgets, making her capable of creating potential blockbusters. It will be intriguing to see what genre Gerwig explores next after completing The Chronicles of Narnia movies.
Gerwig's films have consistently garnered numerous awards and have proven to be captivating for audiences. If she were to take on the challenge of directing a James Bond film, Gerwig would undoubtedly inject fresh perspectives into the franchise. Furthermore, by breaking the 62-year tradition of exclusively male directors for the 007 story, it raises curiosity about the exciting possibilities she could explore in the future.
