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Javier Bardem on Declining ‘Skyfall’ Role, Pitching to Sam Mendes: “What If He Wants to Have Sex With Mr. Bond?”

The Hollywood Reporter · October 11, 2026 at 10:27 AM

The Spaniard spoke at a BFI London Film Festival session about his glittering career, including why 'No Country for Old Men' supporting actor Gene Jones shares half of Bardem's Oscar.

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Javier Bardem on Declining ‘Skyfall’ Role, Pitching to Sam Mendes: “What If He Wants to Have Sex With Mr. Bond?”

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