The Dark Side of Inspiration: Helen Mirren's Challenging Portrayal of Patricia Highsmith Helen Mirren's latest film, A Talent For Murder, has generated buzz for its unique take on a literary legend.
In playing author Patricia Highsmith, the Oscar winning actress has revealed the difficulties of bringing a real person to life on screen.
Mirren is no stranger to playing iconic figures, having portrayed Queen Elizabeth II, Golda Meir, and Cleopatra among others.