Veteran actor Christopher Lee has criticised the new wave of young Hollywood stars, claiming they are chosen for their looks rather than their talent – By Anita Singh, PA Showbusiness Editor, Press Association Newswire. 18 January 2006.
The 83-year-old screen legend lamented the state of modern cinema.
Movie bosses prize beauty and youth over acting experience, with often disastrous results, he said. The only young actor Lee did find praise for was Johnny Depp. The pair have co-starred together in three films, most recently Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Lee said: ‘The number one actor in the world as far as I’m concerned is Johnny Depp. He’s not afraid of a challenge, he’s not afraid of anything.”
