I want to be making film and theater, but film is particularly relevant.
I like it to be serious.
But thats for the fun of it.
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So maybe thats what I want as well, some fun and some relevant, serious, important movies.
Yes, I am, she said.
Indeed, sources close to the production confirmed to EW that Mirren will costar.
Mirren further elaborated on her decision to join the project: Ive always rather loved driving.
Well see how it transpires, the Oscar-winning London native said.
I love big, fun moviesas long as theyre well made and theyve got good scripts.
Thats the most important thing.
The U.K. actress hinted at appearing in the film as far back as a March 2015 conversation withYahoo!
My great ambition is to be in aFast and Furiousmovie.
Isowant to be a mad driver in aFast and Furiousmovie.
I keep putting it out there, and they never ask me.
Ill be inFast and Furious 8, she teased.
I have to say Vin Diesel is brilliant.
I love Vin Diesel.
Hes a great guy, smart I love him.
Its partly because of him Id like to be in one, but also the driving.
Diesel also previously baited Mirrens involvement onFast 8in aninterview with MTV News.
I think everyone should do the franchise, he said.
Theyve gotta get in line behind Helen Mirren.
She is on the list.
Be careful what you wish for, Helen.
Fast 8drives into theaters April 14, 2017.
This post has been updated.
