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A recurring argument emphasizes that the most important factor in casting is an actor’s credibility and ability to attract audiences, rather than ethnicity. For example, the success of actors like Will Smith, Denzel Washington, and Eddie Murphy historically showed that star power, combined with talent, outweighs race. The focus should be on how well an actor can embody the character and draw viewers, not on whether they fit a historical or ethnic mold.

This perspective challenges the idea that race swaps are inherently problematic; instead, it advocates for talent and charisma as primary considerations. The case of James Bond exemplifies this, with suggestions that the franchise should select the best available actor—regardless of race—to ensure commercial and critical success.