The BJMDDS General Discussion Thread......

[bjmdds]

Caroline Munro from TSWLM: http://www.nsu-magazine.com/wp-content/ ... ited-1.jpg Valerie Leon from NSNA and TSWLM http://www.nsu-magazine.com/wp-content/ ... ited-1.jpg Martine Beswick from FRWL(gypsy) and TB (Paula): http://www.nsu-magazine.com/wp-content/ ... ited-1.jpg

[Omega]

Man looking at deadline's (I know, I know,) headline Breaking dawn 2 is going to obliterate Breaking dawn 1.

[bjmdds]

That's what we want.

[bjmdds]

'Part of the reason why Broccoli and Wilson would wait before moving on to another Bond movie is because they’ve yet to settle on a future direction. "We like Daniel [Craig], obviously, and we like the way he portrays the Bond character," Wilson said. "Our challenge is to find situations that will feel different and fresh and new and put Daniel and that character into those situations. It’s daunting." Broccoli said that no matter the plot possibilities, she and Wilson will face a particular obstacle. "With this excitement of the reaction to this film there is a sense of dread, like oh my God,” her voice trailed off, suggesting the specter of heightened expectations. Wilson said he agreed. "After the critical reaction to this one you think, 'How in the world are we going to top this?'” he said. "I for one don’t have a clue yet how we’re going to do that.”

[bjmdds]

"In a complicated deal that was heavily negotiated with Sony after MGM emerged from bankruptcy in 2010, several insiders say MGM and Broccoli and Wilson will jointly collect 75 percent of the movie's profits, depending on overhead charges and other fees.
The remaining 25 percent will go to Sony, which funded part of Skyfall's roughly $210 million production budget (it came in under $200 million after tax breaks) and which will recoup heavy costs for prints and advertising before profits are allocated. Sony is believed to be taking a distribution fee, but the precise amount is not known. (The studio declined comment.) 20th Century Fox is handling home video. One person who won't share in the profits, however, is Daniel Craig. While sources say the Bond star made $17 million for Skyfall and is expected to receive bonuses for certain box-office milestones, he is not a gross participant and won't receive a piece of the backend. (The Broccolis famously do not offer backend to talent.) One finance expert estimates that, if the movie grosses $1 billion, MGM and Broccoli/Wilson together would partake in roughly $150 million in profits (with another $50 million going to Sony) before they even get to the far more lucrative ancillary revenue. But Craig, 44, likely will get a pay raise for Bond 24, which Skyfall co-writer John Logan is developing and will be the first in the franchise whose storyline spans two films. The actor renegotiated his deal after 2006's Casino Royale grossed nearly $600 million worldwide and is committed to at least two more outings as 007, but insiders expect a fresh renegotiation to take place. That could leave Craig in the $20 million-plus zone reserved for Hollywood's very top stars."

[bjmdds]

By NIKKI FINKE, Editor in Chief | Wednesday November 14, 2012 @ 6:15pm PST
Tags: Box Office, Breaking Dawn - Part 2, Twilight Saga
EXCLUSIVE: The Twilight Saga’s epic love story between Bella and Edward begins its final romantic journey at the worldwide box office as Summit Entertainment released Breaking Dawn Part 2 internationally this week before opening in North America Friday. I’ve learned that 3 out of the 4 overseas markets are already smashing franchise attendance and grosses records. It’s certain that Breaking Dawn Part 2 will surge past Part 1‘s $428.6M international total and exceed $709.9M worldwide:

[Omega]

One last thing.
$1 billion = $200 million profit. Making $800 million is the break even mark. Mazer and Ale were right on the money

Last thing

insiders expect a fresh renegotiation to take place

Everyone knows what this means.

[stockslivevan]

Speaking of zombies....

[video]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcwTxRuq-uk[/video]

Looks like a poor man's version of Spielberg's WAR OF THE WORLDS.

[Daltonite Toothpaste]

Last thing

insiders expect a fresh renegotiation to take place

Everyone knows what this means.

Albert R Broccoli's EON Productions Presents
James D'Arcy as
Ian Fleming's James Bond 007 in
Risico

[The Saint 007]

James Bond/Home Alone video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFkx8DK8ETE

[Napoleon Solo]

'Part of the reason why Broccoli and Wilson would wait before moving on to another Bond movie is because they’ve yet to settle on a future direction. "We like Daniel [Craig], obviously, and we like the way he portrays the Bond character," Wilson said. "Our challenge is to find situations that will feel different and fresh and new and put Daniel and that character into those situations. It’s daunting." Broccoli said that no matter the plot possibilities, she and Wilson will face a particular obstacle. "With this excitement of the reaction to this film there is a sense of dread, like oh my God,” her voice trailed off, suggesting the specter of heightened expectations. Wilson said he agreed. "After the critical reaction to this one you think, 'How in the world are we going to top this?'” he said. "I for one don’t have a clue yet how we’re going to do that.”

Where's the link to this, BJ?

[katied]

James Bond/Home Alone video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFkx8DK8ETE

I knew I wasn't the only one who thought of Home Alone-and now I have proof!

[The Saint 007]

James Bond/Home Alone video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFkx8DK8ETE

I knew I wasn't the only one who thought of Home Alone-and now I have proof!

I been seeing numerous reviews and comments from people making Home Alone references to Skyfall, so you're definitely not the only one who's had that same thought come to mind.

[Goldeneye]

A few new avatars are up!
katied look in 007 vol 5

[katied]

Awesome!


It must be said, I love Home Alone. Amazed/amused that the Bond franchise is doing shout outs to it!

[JackWade CIA]

'Part of the reason why Broccoli and Wilson would wait before moving on to another Bond movie is because they’ve yet to settle on a future direction. "We like Daniel [Craig], obviously, and we like the way he portrays the Bond character," Wilson said. "Our challenge is to find situations that will feel different and fresh and new and put Daniel and that character into those situations. It’s daunting." Broccoli said that no matter the plot possibilities, she and Wilson will face a particular obstacle. "With this excitement of the reaction to this film there is a sense of dread, like oh my God,” her voice trailed off, suggesting the specter of heightened expectations. Wilson said he agreed. "After the critical reaction to this one you think, 'How in the world are we going to top this?'” he said. "I for one don’t have a clue yet how we’re going to do that.”

Where's the link to this, BJ?

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/mo ... 1206.story

Worded as it is it leaves room for the actor leaving when the best Bond is behind them as Michael G Wilson said.

Experts expect a renegotiation whats to renegotiate when they just singed for two more?
http://trendingfever.com/billion-dollar ... all/69204/

I continue to think this is Daniel Craig's last outing as Bond. Skyfall competes his Bond's story arc perfectly leaving it at Dr No's doorstep. To continue from here is folly, if he endd his time with Casino Royale and Skyfall he will go down as a hero. Daniel Craig cares deeply about critical reception it will never be any better than Skyfall, even if it is not as good as Casino Royale.

[bjmdds]

Henry's turn?

[BrosnanIsBond007]

James Bond/Home Alone video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFkx8DK8ETE

Oh YES - my friends and I were cracking up in the theater joking that this scene was just like the 'setting the traps' scene in Home Alone!!

Thanks for posting that. At the end I was half-expecting Craig to turn to the camera and say, "This is it - don't get scared now."

[bjmdds]

http://movies.yahoo.com/news/twilight-b ... 56909.html

[katied]

James Bond/Home Alone video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFkx8DK8ETE

Oh YES - my friends and I were cracking up in the theater joking that this scene was just like the 'setting the traps' scene in Home Alone!!

Thanks for posting that. At the end I was half-expecting Craig to turn to the camera and say, "This is it - don't get scared now."

Or "This is MY house. I have to defend it".