VIDEO : Denis Villeneuve Pulls His Name From The Running To Direct Bond 25

Blade Runner 2049 helmsman Denis Villeneuve has taken his name out of the running for the Bond 25 directing gig due to his commitment to the Dune remake.
In an interview with The Playlist, Villeneuve admitted he had conversations about directing the next Bond, but ultimately passed at the opportunity so he could concentrate on Dune.
?The thing is I don?t now about that, but listen. Daniel Craig is a very inspiring actor and I had some contact and the thing is that I?m busy right now doing Dune. But, I will say to have the privilege to work with him it would be a dream. I would love to work with Daniel and a Bond movie for me would be a treat. It?s a matter of timing, I guess.?