Helen Mirren plays the role of Patricia Highsmith in the new film A Talent for Murder, helmed by Anton Corbijn. Critics have characterized her performance as biting and abrasive. Mirren has called Highsmith the toughest real-life individual she has ever taken on, noting her abrasive nature.
Mirren and Brosnan stood up for Tom Hardy, the actor over rumors of drama on the set of the television series MobLand. Mirren discussed the role at the Toronto International Film Festival.