Los Angeles, June 27 -- Denis Villeneuve, the visionary filmmaker acclaimed for "Dune", "Arrival" and "Blade Runner 2049", has been officially confirmed as the director of the next James Bond movie.
The announcement was made by Amazon MGM Studios yesterday.
Villeneuve, who will also serve as executive producer, a rare distinction in the franchise's storied history, expressed both reverence and resolve in undertaking the role.
"I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since Dr No with Sean Connery. I'm a die-hard Bond fan. To me, he's sacred territory," he said. "I intend to honour the tradition and open the path for many new missions to come", reports BBC.
The announcement follows a notable regime change, with longtime ...