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Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere

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Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere

As a seasoned observer of human behavior and a connoisseur of intriguing stories, I find myself utterly captivated by this collection of images. The first one, with its somber hues and melancholic expression, speaks volumes about the weight of life’s trials that even the most resilient among us carry within.

On Monday evening, Gemma Arterton gracefully fit the stylish mold as she attended the European premiere of The Critic alongside her fellow actors, Ian McKellen and Mark Strong, at The Curzon Mayfair in London.

The actress, aged 38, chose an elegant off-the-shoulder black gown that accentuated her stunning figure as she struck multiple captivating poses.

The outfit she wore showcased a bare-midriff panel to highlight her well-defined abs, paired with a straightforward pair of stiletto heels.

She styled her short, sleek brown hair backward and chose a radiant makeup style, including a touch of soft pink lipstick.

The new movie is a 1930s London-set production featuring the life of theater critic Jimmy Erskine, portrayed by Sir Ian at 85 years old.)

Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere

Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere

Sir Ian looked smart at the event in a checked suit which he wore with a bright coloured scarf.

His appearance comes after he was left injured recently after falling off stage at a West End show.

On June 17, during a performance at London’s Noel Coward Theatre, where he was playing John Falstaff, he slipped up during a fight sequence and accidentally fell from the stage right into the audience.

In The Critic, a fast-paced mystery plot unfolds when influential figures such as daily newspaper editors, stage performers like Gemma, who portrays actress Nina Land on screen, resort to corruption and extortion to suppress damaging critiques that threaten to be exposed.

The film is an adaption of the 2015 novel Curtain Call by Anthony Quinn.   

This year, Gemma openly discussed the persisting sexism within the movie business and criticized those who continue to work with antiquated mindsets, referring to them as “dinosaurs.”

The actress openly disclosed that prior to the emergence of the #MeToo campaign, she was advised to speak more quietly about feminist issues. She also expressed her annoyance towards what she perceived as hypocrisy within the entertainment sector.

She said although things are getting better, there are still ‘old dinosaurs’ who have outdated attitudes and behaviours and said it is ‘tragic’ people are still facing sexism.

Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere

In an episode of the “Reign with Josh Smith” podcast, she mentioned that some types of dinosaurs are still active today.

Things have significantly improved, thankfully, since the sixties. However, there are areas where it seems like we’re dealing with relics from a bygone era, old-timers who need to be gently nudged and reminded, “This is 2023; those practices are no longer relevant!”

Gemma disclosed that a Hollywood manager had advised her to tone down her strong views on feminism, implying it might negatively impact her career.

She seethed about the apparent hypocrisy within the industry, noting that the same manager who had previously ignored her concerns about equality, later expressed support for the #MeToo movement once feminism became a popular trend.

She expressed: “Reflecting on when the Time’s Up and #MeToo movements were prominent, it seemed like the ideal moment to express my thoughts. However, even before these movements gained traction, I was already voicing my opinions – specifically about equal pay or women’s rights issues, as you might imagine.”

In a performance I gave, an American manager approached me, and in all honesty, he expressed his thoughts by saying, “Could you tone down the strong feminist vibe? It might not be beneficial for your image.”

Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere
Gemma Arterton cuts a chic figure in a sleek black dress as she joins her co-stars Sir Ian McKellen and Mark Strong at The Critic premiere

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