Hopes & Fears for James Bond Under Amazon ft. Phil Nobile Jr. | The 007 Files S4E002

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What does Amazon’s control of James Bond really mean for the future of 007? In this episode of The 007 Files, hosts Bill Koenig and David Leigh are joined by Fangoria editor-in-chief Phil Nobile Jr. to explore the hopes and fears surrounding the Amazon era of the James Bond franchise — and what the shift from family stewardship to corporate ownership could mean for cinema’s most enduring spy series. Phil reflects on an article he wrote in July 2017 suggesting that the Broccoli family might one day sell the franchise after one more film — remarkably prescient as it turns out. The conversation examines both the risks and the opportunities facing 007. While many fans fear increased corporate interference and the direction Amazon's Bond might take, another possibility emerges: that 007 may represent only a tiny part of Amazon’s vast business, potentially allowing filmmakers greater creative freedom rather than less. A major theme of the discussion is modern villainy. Phil argues that the...