Mirren wants to host the Oscars with Brand

The 65-year-old actress Dame Helen Mirren – who stars opposite the British funnyman Russell Brand in ‘The Tempest’ and ‘Arthur’ – thinks they would make a good presenting pairing, although she would worry about the comic’s impulsiveness and controversial nature.

Asked if she thinks they should host the Oscars ceremony, she said: “Oooh yes, I like it.