‘The name’s Bond. James Bond. Pronouns: Them/they.’
Although he may remain a symbol of masculinity for many, Britain’s most prominent spy might be able to identify himself as “nonbinary” in the future, according to 007’s producer.
Barbara Broccoli has poured cold water on suggestions the role could go to a woman… but in a new interview, she conceded a future Bond could be ‘non-binary’ – someone who considers themselves neither male or female, and usually prefers to be referred to as ‘they’ rather than ‘he’ or ‘she’.
Ms. Broccoli spoke to Girls On Film about Daniel Craig’s retirement after the film No Time To Die.
Although he may represent masculinity, Britain’s most famous spy might identify himself as non-binary in the future, according to Barbara Broccoli, producer of 007. Pictured: Daniel Craig in No Time To Die
Barbara Broccoli (pictured), who controls the 007 franchise through her Eon Production company, also said the next Bond might not be white
Anna Smith was Anna Smith’s guest and asked her whether she thinks 007 will always be male. She answered: “I do because we shouldn’t be making movies where men are playing women.”
I think more women-oriented films should be made. Bond will become a man.
Smith suggested “Nonbinary perhaps? Maybe one day?” Smith replied, “Non-binary maybe?”. To which Ms. Broccoli replied, “Who knows?” The answer is open. It’s just a matter of finding the right actor.
Ms Broccoli, who controls the 007 franchise through her Eon Production company, also said the next Bond might not be white, adding: ‘We want the actor to be British… and British, as we know, can be many things.’
There are many names that have been linked to the role, including Bridgerton’s Rege Jean Page, IdrisElba, Bridgerton’s Rege-Jean Page and Tom Hardy (Mad Max) actor Richard Madden.
Yesterday night, a Hollywood producer commented that Bond has to change with the times. However, it was possible for fans to not accept a non-binary Bond7.