Is Idris Elba quitting acting to become a director?

Idris Elba has expressed a strong desire to eventually transfer to being a director fully, though he still enjoys acting.

What is Idris Elba's new directorial project?

Idris Elba's latest directorial project is the short film 'Dust To Dreams,' which premiered at the Red Sea International Film Festival.

Will Idris Elba be the next James Bond?

No, Idris Elba confirmed during a Q&A that there are no truth to reports of him being cast as the next James Bond.

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Idris Elba Eyes Director's Chair, Shifts Focus from Acting

11 Dec

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Summary

Idris Elba expresses a strong desire to transition fully into directing.
His new directorial project, 'Dust To Dreams,' premiered at a Saudi film festival.
Elba confirmed he is not being cast as the next James Bond.

Idris Elba Eyes Director's Chair, Shifts Focus from Acting

Idris Elba has expressed a strong inclination to shift his career focus from acting to full-time directing. The 53-year-old actor shared his aspirations at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, where he presented his latest directorial effort, the short film 'Dust To Dreams.' This marks his return to directing since his 2018 feature, 'Yardie,' and he hopes to continue this path.

Elba, with over 130 acting credits, stated he still enjoys acting but finds directing allows for different creative expression and engagement with the filmmaking process. He also discussed his upcoming directorial project for Apple, an adaptation of Neil LaBute's play, which he has transposed to explore themes of marriage, trust, and race. Filmed in Ghana, the production recently concluded.