Pierce Brosnan backs Helen Mirren’s criticism of James Bond’s ‘profound sexism’

WASHINGTON: Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan has weighed in on Helen Mirren’s criticism of the iconic spy franchise, expressing agreement with her views on the series’ treatment of women.

Mirren, who starred alongside Brosnan in the film ‘MobLand’, recently spoke out against the James Bond franchise, calling it “drenched and born out of profound sexism”, as quoted by Deadline.

Brosnan, who played Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002, was asked for his thoughts on Mirren’s remarks and responded, “She let them have it. Yes, there’s a certain agreement there,” as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter.

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While Brosnan acknowledged the criticism, he also noted that there are limitations to how much the franchise can evolve, given its origins and the world created by author Ian Fleming. “There’s a certain world and room to move within the proscenium arch of what Fleming put down. So there’s always going to be conflict”, he added in an interview, as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Brosnan and Mirren did not discuss the James Bond franchise during their work on MobLand together, but Brosnan praised his co-star, calling her “one of the nicest people you’ll ever have the pleasure to work with.”

Mirren’s comments on the ‘James Bond’ franchise were made in response to the recent announcement that Amazon MGM Studios would be taking over creative control of the film series. While she praised her co-star Daniel Craig, she expressed her dislike for the franchise, citing its treatment of women as a major issue. (ANI)