Andy Serkis Defends Diversity of Cast in New Lord of the Rings Project
Actor and filmmaker responds to criticism over casting choices
Andy Serkis has pushed back against criticism over the lack of diversity in the cast assembled so far for a new Lord of the Rings project, according to the BBC.
The roster of stars announced for the production includes Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan and Anya Taylor-Joy. Serkis, who rose to fame playing Gollum in Peter Jackson's original Lord of the Rings trilogy, defended the casting decisions amid the backlash.
The BBC reported that the debate over representation has followed the project since the cast list began to take shape, with Serkis among those addressing the criticism directly.
— Compiled from reporting by the BBC.