James Bond: These Heroes of Tomorrow almost had their own movie

Tonight France 2 broadcasts Roger Spottiswoode’s Tomorrow Never Dies with Pierce Brosnan, Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Pryce, Teri Hatcher and Judi Dench. But did you know that two characters from this movie almost got their own solo feature?

1. Doctor Kaufman

“Introducing myself: Dr. Kaufman. And every time I shoot, I hit the bull’s eye.” Kaufman, a professor of forensic medicine, also says he has “A Little Talent” in torture. Halfway through the film, he is shot in the head by 007, who ends the ruthless killer’s life in cold blood. and still! The character was supposed to have a second life, still under the guise of actor Vincent Schiavelli.

in the sign The Lost Adventures of James BondAuthor Mark Edlitz noted that the film’s distributor, United Artists, was considering an adventure specifically for Professor Kaufman at the time. Given his fate in the film, this would most likely be the prequel issue!

One can imagine that a character who is both a forensics expert, a professional killer and an anchor could make for a violent and interesting film, delving into the twisted psyche of a doctor and what could drive him to such a trajectory in life. It is left to the imagination of the audience.

2. Woe to Lin

But the good Dr. Kaufman isn’t the only character for whom United Artists has hesitated to create a solo adventure. Wai Lin (played by Michelle Yeoh), an evil agent of the Foreign Security Forces of the People’s Republic of China. Fiercely independent, he doesn’t hesitate to ditch James Bond to conduct his investigations as he sees fit.

He’s smart, can melee and ranged, and has some competition with 007. In short, he would have his own movie and an adventure entirely centered around his many abilities. It’s a shame the project never saw the light of day because it was full of potential. “His name is Lynn. Wow Lynn.”