The internet has time and again expressed its sincere admiration and respect for Henry Cavill. From his polished and polished acting skills to his endless dedication to the roles given to him, the actor lives up to everyone’s expectations. Therefore, it’s no surprise that most people online want to see Cavill as the iconic secret agent, James Bond – a beloved character in mainstream media who was created by the writer Ian Fleming.
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When it comes to the actor’s credibility as the next Bond, people have come up with reasons as to why he would be the perfect fit. A 2018 interview while promoting the film Mission: Impossible – Fallout — starring Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg and Henry Cavill, among others – seems to explain why the actor is perfectly suited for the role of Agent 007.
Cavill’s relentless dedication to his roles
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In an interview with Jimmy Kimmel, Henry Cavill sat down to discuss an exemplary scene from Mission: Impossible – Fallout. The scene in question is, of course, the legendary bathroom fight sequence. When the Steel man The actor was asked how long the entire fight sequence was, he replied with the following:
“We planned it for four days… but ended up shooting for four weeks. The problem with working with perfectionists like McQuarrie and Tom Cruise is that if it’s not right, you keep shooting.
The actor’s commitment to the sequence speaks volumes. When people first saw the bathroom scene, they were blown away by Cavill’s caliber. In another interview with Collider, the versatile actor who will soon be seen in the second episode of Netflix Enola Holmes expressed how rigorous the training period was and how painful filming the sequence ended up being:
“We practiced and got the fight choreography and the various stunts punched into our muscle memory every moment we could get away from the shooting schedule… Well, there were the many near-death experiences that have gave this one a little more tickle than the others.”
According to the actor, his “best memory” on set, he was finally able to express the pain he was in, which was also shared by co-star Tom Cruise. There’s no denying that the actor goes the extra mile to ensure absolute perfection. His credible expertise in such intricate stunt choreography furthers his chances of being the next Bond.
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Why the Internet Wants Henry Cavill as Next Link
As for why many people, including the general public, bet on Cavill as a brilliant addition to the classic spy franchise was due to a commercial he filmed for drinks made with plants from No. 1 Botanicals. The actor, in the ad, wore a tight-fitting suit and was seen walking past a silver Aston Martin, a car synonymous with the Bond franchise. This specific Cavill visual skyrocketed support for the actor as the next to portray the Secret Service agent.
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Keeping such visuals aside, many believe the actor was born to play the role. As the search for the next James Bond continues following Daniel Craig’s departure from the franchise, there’s no doubt people will continue to champion Cavill in the aforementioned role. Who knows? If luck is on his side and fans’ endless prayers are answered, the world will soon witness Cavill’s potential as Bond. Only time can reveal the end result.
For now, the actor should play the role of Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes 2 which premieres on Netflix on November 4, 2022.
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