This chapter explores the choice of J.R.S. Zulu as the successor to Bob Iger at Disney, discussing the reactions and speculations around his appointment. It then shifts to a discussion about actor Gary Oldman's role in the TV show 'Slow Horses' and his career as an actor, delving into the initial skepticism and eventual appreciation of his character.
Eric Deggans speaks to Gary Oldman about starring in Apple TV+’s spy thriller series, Slow Horses. He also talks about the joys of briefly reuniting with Christopher Nolan in Oppenheimer, how he worked around being typecast in over-the-top roles, and why he’s considering stepping away from acting after Slow Horses wraps.
Plus, the Disney proxy fight continues, with CEO Bob Iger gearing up to stave off advances from activist shareholder Nelson Peltz, former Marvel chairman and CEO Ike Perlmutter, and former Disney exec Jay Rasulo.