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Ben Whishaw discusses his role as Peter Hujar in the film 'Peter Hujar’s Day,' a intimate portrayal of the photographer's life and friendship with Linda Rosenkrantz, highlighting Hujar's artistry, the NYC queer scene, and Whishaw's reflections on gay representation and history.
Netflix's new series "Black Doves," starring Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw, has received a near-perfect 97% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, contrasting with the lower audience score of 67%. Created by Joe Barton, the show is not based on existing material and has already been renewed for a second season. Critics praise the chemistry between the leads and the intriguing storyline, despite it not being a revolutionary spy narrative.
Keira Knightley stars in the Netflix miniseries 'Black Doves,' portraying Helen Webb, a politician's wife leading a double life as a freelance spy. The show, created by Joe Barton, blends dark comedy with espionage drama, featuring Ben Whishaw as her hit-man partner. While the series offers engaging banter and action sequences, its complex plot and emotional depth sometimes falter. Despite this, the chemistry between Knightley and Whishaw, along with lively storytelling, makes it a compelling watch.
Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw star in the new Netflix comedy thriller 'Black Doves,' a six-part series set to disrupt the festive season with its mix of espionage and dark humor. Knightley plays Helen, a spy whose cover is blown, while Whishaw portrays her protector, Sam. The show, featuring a Christmas setting, combines gory yet cartoonish violence with a meta take on holiday traditions. Both actors discuss their roles and the inherent rage and acting skills required in their profession. 'Black Doves' premieres on Netflix on December 5.
Kate Winslet and Ben Whishaw won the Leading Actress and Actor categories respectively at the BAFTA TV Awards for their roles in I Am Ruth and This is Going to Hurt. Apple TV+ drama Bad Sisters won two performance awards for Best Drama Series and Best Supporting Actress Anne Marie-Duff. The International BAFTA went to Netflix’s Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story. The BBC won 13 awards on the night, ahead of Channel 4 by five.
Kate Winslet, Sharon Horgan, and Ben Whishaw were among the winners at the BAFTA TV Awards. Winslet won best leading actress for "I Am Ruth," while Horgan won best drama for "Bad Sisters." Whishaw won best leading actor for "This Is Going to Hurt." The BBC's coverage of the Platinum Jubilee won best live event, and Mo Farah's documentary won best doc. Claudia Winkleman won best entertainment performance for hosting "The Traitors."
The third Paddington Bear movie, Paddington In Peru, is set to begin filming on July 24, with plot details still under wraps. The film will be directed by Dougal Wilson and written by Paul King, who directed the first two films. Actor Ben Whishaw is expected to return as the voice of Paddington. The previous two films were box office hits and BAFTA-nominated. The third installment will be fully financed by Studiocanal and produced by Heyday.