Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer

Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer

As a lifestyle expert with years of experience in analyzing art and cinema, I must say that Daniel Craig‘s performance in Queer is nothing short of extraordinary. The level of intimacy and raw emotion he brings to the screen is truly captivating.


Daniel Craig shares a passionate connection with his co-star Drew Starkey in the fiery preview for their movie titled “Queer,” showcasing an intense onscreen relationship.

In the storyline, the 56-year-old actor portrays William Lee, an American residing in Mexico City. However, he develops a strong sexual fascination towards a retired sailor, Allerton (Starkey), who is 30 years old.

The film is an adaptation of a novella by American writer William S. Burroughs. 

The trailer opens with Daniel Craig’s character strolling through the streets of Mexico City at night.

He enters a cafe where he spots Allerton sitting near the window and the two men exchange a look.

Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer

Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer

‘An intelligent, elderly queen once shared with me the responsibility I have to keep living, to combat hatred with wisdom, sincerity, and love. The challenge lies in making another person believe that they truly belong with you.’

As he looks at Allerton in another scene, he says: ‘I’ve got bigger fish to fry.’

His friend replies: ‘Bigger fish is right, colder, slippery, hard to catch.’

The trailer then sees William and Allerton spending time together at the cinema and the beach before they appear to have sex and are also seen lying in bed. 

Daniel shared thoughts on the emotional sequences in the movie at the Venice Film Festival, saying, “Our goal was to create them as genuine and authentic as possible.

Participants at the movie festival have expressed astonishment over the explicit sexual scenes, unlike anything previously shown in a widely-released movie.

On Tuesday, he expressed that Drew (Starkey) was an exceptional, delightful, and attractive actor to collaborate with, and they shared many laughs while striving to keep things enjoyable.

In the film, there were dance sequences that played a significant role. For quite some time prior to shooting, Drew and I had been practicing these dances together. Dancing with another person can be an excellent way to initiate conversation.

Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer
Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer
Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer
Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer
Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer

It’s equally clear to both of us that shooting a love scene in a movie isn’t an intimate experience in the traditional sense. However, our goal was to create something deeply emotional, authentic, and genuine.

Director Luca Guadagnino, who recently worked on the successful film Challengers starring Zendaya, shared: ‘From our initial Zoom meeting, Daniel was firm that this would primarily be a tale of love. We chose to follow through with that – what it signifies to love and be loved, to connect and disconnect.’

In my opinion, Craig is among the most outstanding actors due to his exceptional “acting generosity” and ability to portray a very human, relatable quality on screen that not many can achieve.

‘Only a handful of renowned, legendary actors reveal their vulnerability, and among them, Daniel is undeniably one.’

Guadagnino mentioned that while filming the incomplete novel, he aimed to construct fictional realms. Scenes featuring the cast experimenting with the mind-altering substance Ayahuasca were included as part of this endeavor.

Daniel Craig sets his sights on Drew Starkey as pair strike up a romance in steamy trailer for new film Queer

As a lifestyle expert, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve found myself in the running for an Oscar nomination in the Best Actor category, thanks to my exceptional work on the big screen.

The head of the Venice Film Festival, Alberto Barbera, expressed his conviction that Daniel delivered an exceptional career-defining performance in the movie ‘Queer.’ He also stated that it wouldn’t come as a shock to him if this British actor received a nomination for the Academy Awards the following year.

It would mark the first ever Oscar nod for Craig.

Queer will be released in cinemas on November 27 in the US and on December 13 in the UK.  

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2024-10-29 18:04

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