Geoffrey Keen often brought a commanding presence to his supporting roles, frequently embodying authoritative figures with a subtle mix of resolve and diplomacy. In the James Bond films Octopussy and The Spy Who Loved Me, he portrayed the steadfast Minister of Defence, Frederick Gray, adding a grounded realism to the high-stakes world of espionage. Keen’s work in David Lean’s Doctor Zhivago saw him as General Yevgraf Zhivago, where his restrained performance contributed to the film’s sweeping emotional landscape. He also appeared in the Hammer horror Taste the Blood of Dracula, capturing the eerie atmosphere that defined the series. Keen’s ability to convey quiet strength and complexity made his characters memorable, often anchoring some of cinema’s most iconic moments with subtle authority and nuance.