'I worked with Pierce Brosnan and his true character became clear after on-set moment'
Pierce Brosnan's Giant co-star says an on-set incident showed the Irish actor's true nature. Amir El-Masry portrays boxer Naseem Hamed, famously dubbed Prince Naseem, in the biographical film based on his life and career.Starring alongside him is Pierce, who underwent an incredible transformation for his role as Naseem's trainer Brendan Ingle, who died in 2018.Brendan's son, Dominic Ingle, who works as both a coach and manager, has commended Pierce for brilliantly capturing his father's mannerisms.His sister, Tara Ingle, also shared with the BBC that Brendan would have been delighted to discover he was portrayed in the film by "a big star."Looking back on the movie's production, Amir shed light on Pierce's genuine character, particularly following an on-set injury."He's very magnetic," he shared with The Independent. "There are very few actors who I can say are role models, not just because of the acting, but because of how they carry themselves."Pierce carries himself as a man who knows where his values and morals are."Additionally, Amir, 35, remembered his fellow actor immediately rushing to help him and requesting a brief pause in filming after he dislocated his finger.He continued: "He was like, 'forget everything – health is wealth'. He has his priorities straight, because you always worry in situations like that if production is going to be upset with you."Pierce is no stranger to on-set injuries himself, having required hospitalisation while filming James Bond's Tomorrow Never Dies.Asked about a potential return to the 007 franchise on The Jonathan Ross show, the actor revealed how he got a scar above his lip."Yeah I did [get injured]. It [the boat] goes off the river into a restaurant, drives into a restaurant, wood sliced my face open. So, went off to the hospital, stitched up," he shared."You live with the injuries. Daniel [Craig] threw himself at everything. He was truly magnificent. His courage to do that and to endure so much was really impressive."He further stated: "Playing that role you will get hurt, there's no question about it. You have to have stamina."Pierce is known for his portrayal of Bond in four films from the franchise: GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough and Die Another Day.He has also appeared in a wide range of films and TV shows, including Mrs. Doubtfire, Remington Steele, Mamma Mia! and MobLand.When recently asked about retirement plans, the actor expressed gratitude for his ongoing career."I don't know what else to do at this point in my life," he told USA Today."I've been very fortunate to play roles that have sustained me and my family. The doing of being an actor and the constant doing of it is invigorating."
