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The move to assume full creative authority suggests Amazon aims to reinvent or modernize the Bond universe, potentially in ways that could alarm longtime fans. Historical trends in entertainment reveal that when studios aim for reboots, especially for beloved properties, the results can sometimes be met with resistance or disappointment. Critics and fans alike fear that Amazon’s approach may alter the core essence of James Bond, potentially leading to iterations that stray far from Fleming’s original vision.