Overview

• Helen Mirren described the James Bond franchise as 'drenched in profound sexism,' citing its historical portrayal of women as problematic.
• While expressing admiration for Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig, Mirren stated she has never liked the Bond character or films.
• Mirren advocated for films based on real stories of women in espionage, highlighting the bravery of women in the French Resistance.
• She opposed the concept of a female James Bond, emphasizing the importance of historical accuracy in storytelling.
• Amazon MGM Studios, which acquired creative control of the franchise in February, is in the early stages of developing the next Bond film.