Helen Mirren Critiques James Bond Franchise Amid Amazon Takeover

Oscar-winning actress Helen Mirren recently expressed her long-standing disdain for the James Bond franchise, criticizing its portrayal of women as 'drenched and born out of profound sexism.' In an interview, she clarified that while she admires actors like Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig, she has never been a fan of the series itself. Mirren highlighted the important roles women have played in espionage and expressed a desire to tell their stories instead. Her comments come as Amazon MGM Studios takes creative control of the Bond franchise, raising concerns among fans about potential changes to its legacy. Despite her criticisms, Mirren remains a fan of Brosnan, whom she praises as one of the nicest people to work with. The discussion around a potential female 007 has also surfaced, but Mirren is not interested in that direction, advocating instead for authentic stories about real women in the field.