‘It Was Magical’: Ana De Armas Reflects On Bond Role While Advocating For More Latin Actors In Action

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For an actor, loving a character or project is crucial, but the lasting impression your character makes is equally significant. Often, certain groups are underrepresented in mainstream movie genres. Actress Ana de Armas pondered her role in the James Bond film “No Time to Die,” and she also used this opportunity to champion more Latin actors in action movies.

In a chat with Entertainment Weekly on YouTube, Ana de Armas reflects on her role as Paloma in “No Time to Die,” and mentions her experiences working alongside Daniel Craig not only for that film but also in “Knives Out.” Regarding her time on the set of “No Time to Die,” she shared these thoughts:

Experiencing being in a James Bond film was an unparalleled dream realization for numerous aspects. Frankly, I couldn’t fathom its significance until I found myself immersed within it. The whole scenario felt enchanting, and the experience was nothing short of marvelous, filled with pure enjoyment. Among all roles I’ve played, Paloma is undeniably one of my most cherished characters. She proved to be uniquely captivating in every sense.

Ever since her stint on the James Bond set, de Armas has appeared in several action films. In 2023, she was considered to replace Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman following Patty Jenkins’ third movie’s cancellation. Although she didn’t assume the role of Diana Prince, de Armas exhibited fierce prowess in the 2025 film “Ballerina.” She was smashing plates against people’s faces and performed some breathtaking stunts for that production. Regarding Latin actors in action films, de Armas spoke straightforwardly about it.

I do advocate for Latinas to be in action films. Trust me, you don’t want to mess with that.

She continues by expressing that it’s important for Latina actresses to lead their own movies, not just be a supporting or secondary character in someone else’s production. This perspective mirrors her initial hesitation about accepting the role in Knives Out, which she eventually took on.

In films other than her usual action roles, she indeed portrayed Marilyn Monroe in the movie “Blonde.” It was Monroe herself who was the “candle in the wind,” a famous reference to one of Elton John’s songs. The selection of de Armas for this role sparked some controversy, but the author of “Blonde” commended her performance as Marilyn.

In a broad spectrum, De Armas demonstrates versatility, and her dedication transcends her role within the film, extending to her identity as a Latin actress. Additionally, she serves as a powerful motivator for other Latin actresses, advocating that they have equal importance not just as supporting characters in action films, but as leading stars who shine brightly at the forefront.

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2025-05-04 16:38