Helen Mirren Criticizes James Bond Franchise for 'Profound Sexism'

The Oscar-winning actress calls for authentic portrayals of women in espionage and opposes the idea of a female Bond.

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.