# Javier Bardem nervous about Skyfall

> Javier Bardem admitted feeling nervous about his James Bond role in Skyfall.
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- Published: 2026-10-11T19:00:11+00:00
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## Javier Bardem felt nervous
Javier Bardem admitted feeling nervous about starring in a James Bond movie.

> I guess I was nervous. Like, ‘What am I doing in the James Bond movie? What can I do?’
## Rejected Skyfall role initially
The 57-year-old actor initially rejected the role of Raoul Silva in 2012's Skyfall.
## Proposed changes to role
Javier said he proposed ideas about the villain's sexuality and personal approach to Bond.

> I said, ‘Listen, all the villains have done everything to destroy the world, but what about becoming personal? What about something besides destroying the world? [Like] he wants to have sex with Mr. Bond?’
## Studio supported his ideas
The studio showed faith in his approach, leading to a memorable scene with Bond.

> The studio was very brave. And I think that scene lasts in the memory of the audience … Because we went a little bit further with it.
## Key takeaway

Javier Bardem felt nervous about starring in Skyfall after initially rejecting the role but later found the studio's trust in his ideas helpful.