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Gary Oldman on ‘Slow Horses,’ Disney proxy fight continues

Jan 5, 2024
30:01
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Gary Oldman, star of Apple TV+’s spy thriller series Slow Horses, discusses briefly reuniting with Christopher Nolan in Oppenheimer, working around being typecast in over-the-top roles, and considering stepping away from acting after Slow Horses wraps. Also, the Disney proxy fight continues, involving CEO Bob Iger, activist shareholder Nelson Peltz, former Marvel chairman and CEO Ike Perlmutter, and former Disney exec Jay Rasulo.
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Quick takeaways

  • Gary Oldman delivers a mesmerizing performance as Jackson Lamb in Slow Horses, a spy series that subverts the traditional genre by showcasing the manipulation and transformation of mediocre agents into a formidable force.
  • The Disney proxy fight continues as activist shareholder Nelson Peltz, backed by former Marvel head Ike Perlmutter, challenges the board of directors, raising questions about the legitimacy of their claims and the need for tangible solutions to adapt to industry challenges.

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Gary Oldman shines in Slow Horses

Gary Oldman delivers a mesmerizing performance as the disheveled leader of the Slough House in the Apple TV Plus spy series Slow Horses. Playing the sarcastic and cunning Jackson Lamb, Oldman's portrayal brings depth and nuance to the character. The series subverts the traditional spy genre, showcasing Lamb's ability to manipulate the seemingly mediocre and out-of-favor agents in his unit into becoming a formidable force. Slow Horses offers a fresh take on the spy world, highlighting the struggles, humor, and relatability of its characters. While Slow Horses is gaining popularity in Europe and the UK, Apple TV Plus is working on increasing its visibility among an American audience.

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