Helen Mirren portrays Patricia Highsmith in the film A Talent for Murder, helmed by Anton Corbijn. Critics have characterized her performance as biting and abrasive. Mirren has said Highsmith the toughest real-life individual she has ever taken on, noting her abrasive nature.
Mirren and Brosnan stood up for actor Tom Hardy following gossip about issues on the MobLand set. Mirren discussed the role at the Toronto International Film Festival.