Transcript: Can Anyone But Connery Ever Really be Bond?

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October 28, 1995
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Bob Mondello explores the problem of typecasting for actors in popular films, plays or TV shows. Some, such as Anthony Quinn, become so identified with one role, audiences refuse to accept them in others.

DANIEL ZWERDLING, Host: Have you ever imagined that you're a big time Hollywood film director and you get to decide who's going to star in your next film, based perhaps on your favorite novel or some real life drama in the news? Some actors seem perfect for certain roles, don't they? Critic Bob Mondello says the answer is yes and he examines the consequences.

BOB MONDELLO, Critic: There's a coming attractions trailer on movie screens at the moment ...

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