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Mulligan: Bond Successor Needs Acting Chops
31 Mar
Summary
- Carey Mulligan was made a CBE for services to drama.
- She believes the next James Bond must be an exceptional actor.
- Mulligan stars alongside Daniel Craig in a Narnia adaptation.
Carey Mulligan, an Oscar-nominated actress, has been made a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) by the King for her significant services to drama. The ceremony took place at Windsor Castle.
Mulligan, known for her roles in films like "Promising Young Woman," commented on the upcoming casting of the next James Bond, stating that the individual will have "big shoes to fill" following Daniel Craig's tenure. She stressed that the successor must be an "incredible actor," drawing parallels to Craig's own unexpected yet successful casting.
She also shared her excitement about her role in the forthcoming Netflix adaptation of "The Chronicles of Narnia," describing it as a "dream job." Mulligan will appear in the adaptation alongside Daniel Craig and Meryl Streep, with the project expected later this year.
Reflecting on her career, Mulligan, who previously won a Bafta for Best Actress in 2010 for her performance in "An Education," expressed immense gratitude for her profession. She feels fortunate to pursue a career she loves and finds the current recognition extraordinary.
