Who is responsible for Pierce Brosnan's "MobLand" accent?

Co-star Lisa Dwan stated that director Guy Ritchie encouraged Pierce Brosnan to adopt a more pronounced Irish accent for his character in "MobLand."

Why did Pierce Brosnan's accent in "MobLand" receive backlash?

Pierce Brosnan's attempt at a 'Kerry' accent in "MobLand" was met with immediate criticism in his native Ireland, with some finding it unconvincing.

Have other actors been criticized for Irish accents in films?

Yes, several Hollywood actors including Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Brad Pitt, Gerard Butler, and Jamie Dornan have faced criticism for their portrayals of Irish accents.

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Brosnan's Accent Backlash: Director to Blame?

9 Feb

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Summary

Director Guy Ritchie prompted Pierce Brosnan's controversial accent in MobLand.
Co-star Lisa Dwan revealed Ritchie asked Brosnan to "be more Irish."
Other Hollywood stars have also faced criticism for Irish accents.

Brosnan's Accent Backlash: Director to Blame?

Pierce Brosnan's accent in the hit series "MobLand" faced significant backlash in his native Ireland, but co-star Lisa Dwan has defended the actor. Dwan revealed that director Guy Ritchie made last-minute changes, urging Brosnan to adopt a more pronounced Irish accent for his character.

Ritchie, who directed the initial episodes of the crime drama, reportedly asked Brosnan to "be more Irish," which led the actor to create a 'Healy-Rae' style Kerry brogue. Dwan suggested this juxtaposition of a strong accent with a character prone to violence was effective.

Dwan also shared that her own character was initially written as English, but Ritchie decided late in the process that she should also have an Irish accent. This behind-the-scenes creative decision-making has been highlighted amidst global appreciation for the show.