Queen Helen Mirren, from Cleopatra and Two Elizabeths to ‘Catherine the Great’
As star and executive producer, Mirren sought to explore Catherine’s dynamism for HBO: “They don’t come any more powerful than that.”
As star and executive producer, Mirren sought to explore Catherine’s dynamism for HBO: “They don’t come any more powerful than that.”
Two legendary British actors have the time of their lives in a snack of a movie that’s rather satisfying in its old-fashioned way.
HBO’s miniseries features a glorious performance from Dame Helen and enough spectacle to elevate a clunky script.
After working with the actress on 2006’s “The Queen,” Mirren is the obvious choice to play the elder queen on the Netflix series.
The royal-loving actress returns to the small screen for a dramatic, sexy new series about the Russian leader.
Star Vin Diesel confirmed the actress’ re-appearances while teasing some new surprises in the still-chugging series.
With a fall release date from Warner Bros., this sultry thriller will make an awards play.
Mirren earned a massive round of applause at CinemaCon for her remark.
Helen Mirren reunites with “Prime Suspect” director Philip Martin in HBO’s upcoming four-part series on the 18th century Russian empress.
The action star said working with Mirren was one of the most validating moments in his career. He also started her Instagram account.
The Oscar winner notes that the streaming platform is taking away the “communal” experience that is fundamental to watching cinema.
She also revealed how her own Academy Award help her land action parts in “Red” and “The Fate and the Furious.”