“I prefer to do James Bond”: 6 years ago, did this actor make the biggest mistake of his career over refusing to play Marvel?

Although she was shining in the Outrun last year, the film she created and in which she played a leading role, Saari Ronnan returned the offer, which she still missed: played Elena Belova, a black widow’s “little and” Marvel film, which was dedicated to her in 2021.

This character, which is now known to fans, thanks to the interpretation of Florence Pug, could have a completely different look. Until Marvel decided on Pug, the role was offered to Ronan – who politely refused.

Marvel? For him very little

The guest of the podkast Happy sad confusedJosh Horovitz hosted the actor, nominating four Oscars, sincerely explained the reasons for his refusal.

”I don’t see myself wonders. Not really … I prefer James Bond.”

A statement that confirms the desire he has expressed for several years: the role – ideally, the antagonist – in the world of 007. If the idea of ​​participating in a Marvel film does not address it, Saoirse ronan However, it will not close the door for large products.

Fusion of artistic freedom and theatrical success

In fact, attached to an independent movie theater, a young woman still recognizes the growing desire to move films with a wide audience.

” He does nothing and I think they are brilliant movies. I want to make bigger movies. I’m going to the point where … I love making independent cinema, I’m really like that, but I know – and especially in the current landscape of the movie theater – knowing that you will find the film is such a luxury.”

He especially noted Barbie by his former employee Greta Gerwig, who was directed by Lady Bird (2017) or Doctor’s March (2019) daughters as an inspirational example: an ambitious studio film, both creative and popular, who manages the author’s vision. This type of project, he said, is a perfect balance between artistic requirements and theatrical successes.

And then?

Saoirse ronan Not going to get out of big screens. He will soon play Linda McCartney in the next four biopics on The Beatles, directed by Sam Mendes. Previously, we found it in the deep context of a romantic drama in 2026, next to Sean Durkin with Austin Butler (Dune: Part II, Elvis), as well as the bad apple of a comedy-tiller in opposite Jacob Anderson.

Outrun, for which he was named for BAFTA’s best actors (the film himself received nomination), may be found on the channel+stream.

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