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De Armas’s stance aligns with a broader sentiment among fans who value storytelling that respects the original material. She advocates for movies to “stick to tradition” and believes that character “usurpation” for the sake of identity politics diminishes the quality and authenticity of beloved franchises.
Her comments serve as a reminder that iconic characters like James Bond have a cultural and literary legacy that is best honored through respect and faithful adaptation. Instead of reinventing the wheel, she suggests focusing on developing new, original characters that can stand alongside classic ones without the need to replace or modify historical standards.