Tom Cruise is “an underestimated actor”, according to Sir Kenneth Branagh.
Tom Cruise is ‘an underestimated actor’, according to Sir Kenneth Branagh
The 62-year-old star is set to be honoured with the BFI Fellowship – the most prestigious honour bestowed by the British Film Institute – and his ‘Valkyrie’ cast mate thinks that the Hollywood legend deserves to be thought of as more than just a “movie star”.
Branagh told The Sunday Times newspaper: “If he ever tires of wowing the world with action, he’s going to surprise those who view him as only a movie star.
“What he’s done with ‘Mission (Impossible)’ and ‘Top Gun’ is unique – cinematic entertainment with a serious intent to give you a wonderful time at the movies. But he’s an underestimated actor – for whom a golden age of performance beckons.”
Cruise has made a number of blockbusters in the UK and Branagh revealed that the star enjoys getting to spend time in Britain.
The 64-year-old actor and filmmaker said: “He’s a honorary Brit now – with a handy line in Cockney rhyming slang.
“In the UK he enjoys respect but a lack of fuss. I’ve been to the pub with him a few times. He finds a quiet corner, enjoys the atmosphere and is always gracious when he gets spotted.
“He’s a natural giggler and just enjoys what he does so much and that’s infectious. I have quietly observed his interactions with crew and he’s always the same – direct, easy, upbeat, humble, the same fella at all times. This country responds to that.”
Cruise described how he was “truly honoured” to be receiving the BFI accolade.
The ‘Collateral’ star said: “I’m truly honoured. I’ve been making films in the UK for over 40 years and have no plans to stop.”
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