Helen Mirren stars as Patricia Highsmith in the new film A Talent for Murder, under the direction of Anton Corbijn. Critics have characterized her performance as sharp and edgy. Mirren has stated Highsmith the most difficult real person she has ever played, highlighting her rough character.
Both Mirren and Brosnan defended Tom Hardy, the actor amid reports of conflict on the MobLand set. Mirren discussed the role at the Toronto International Film Festival.