A James Bond expert shares the 1 thing Amazon should focus on to get 007 right — and the 1 thing it should avoid

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• Amazon is taking control of the James Bond franchise from Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
• The exit of the franchise's longtime producers marks a major shift in direction.
• Bond expert John Cork says casting the right 007 is crucial to maintaining the franchise's legacy.

James Bond is in a tight spot, and no witty one-liner or fancy gadget is going to help him out this time.

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