**Jonathan Pryce** is a Welsh actor recognized for his extensive film, television, and theatre career, characterized by remarkable versatility and intensity.

He achieved international recognition with the role of Sam Lowry in Terry Gilliam's dystopian film, *Brazil* (1985), a role that defined his ability to portray complex and often ambiguous characters. His career is studded with memorable roles ranging from drama to comedy, often embodying figures of authority, leaders, or antagonists with a subtle menace or profound humanity.

Among his most important films are the villainous Elliot Carver in *Tomorrow Never Dies* (1997), Governor Weatherby Swann in the *Pirates of the Caribbean* saga (2003-2007), and Cardinal Wolsey in *Evita* (1996). More recently, he received widespread acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for his moving portrayal of Pope Francis in *The Two Popes* (2019), solidifying his reputation as an actor of great depth and subtlety.