Daniel Craig reveals why ‘male vulnerability’ is interesting

Hollywood star Daniel Craig shared his thoughts on the concept of “male vulnerability,” calling it “interesting” and noting that men, despite appearing tough, are often hiding their vulnerabilities. Craig explained, “Male vulnerability is really interesting because, as tough as men appear to be, they’re all vulnerable. We all hide – from our kids, spouses, colleagues. The armor of masculinity is there for a reason, and what is that reason? I’m always exploring it,” he told The Sunday Times newspaper.

Craig stars in the film adaptation of William S. Burroughs’ 1985 novel Queer and expressed his desire to receive an Oscar nomination for his performance in the movie. When asked if he cares about recognition, Craig responded, “Of course! Don’t be stupid, I’d be over the moon to get a nomination. Well, it’s scary. Awards go the way of the wind, but I cannot say, ‘I don’t give a ….’”

He went on to explain how he learned not to let rejections affect him in his earlier years. “Years ago, I learnt how arbitrary this is. It was soul-destroying, rejection after rejection. Because you think, ‘Can I act?’ But there’s nothing you can do about it. It’s a coin toss in many ways, so you have to let it go. And it’s all gravy for me now,” Craig said.

Craig also spoke about his pride in being an actor, calling it an “important” job. He described acting as a way of showing off and seeking validation, saying, “I’m always looking for a pragmatic solution to the problem of dressing up and showing off, which is what acting is. It is, ‘Look at me! Love me!’ But you have to own that, because I know what people think of actors – ‘Oh, silly people.’ Yet I’m proud of what I do, and it’s important that people do what I do.”

Craig, who gained international fame playing James Bond in five installments of the iconic film series (Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, Spectre, and No Time to Die), continues to enjoy success both on stage and screen.