Overview
- Day-Lewis said he was “inadvertently” pulled into a “handbags-at-dawn” dispute with Cox and invited him to discuss it directly.
- He rejected Cox’s suggestion that he influenced Jeremy Strong’s process, calling Strong a “very fine actor” but saying he bears no responsibility.
- Arguing that Method is misrepresented, Day-Lewis criticized coverage that fixates on extreme anecdotes and described the practice as a way to stay free and responsive with colleagues.
- Cox has for years derided immersive methods, labeling Strong’s approach “f—ing annoying” and warning it can strain ensembles or lead to burnout, often citing Day-Lewis by name.
- The remarks come as Day-Lewis returns to screens in Anemone, directed by his son Ronan, following a yearslong break from acting.