Actor Christoph Waltz blasts Brexit campaign

Hollywood actor Christoph Waltz has had his say on the turmoil caused by Britain's decision to leave the European Union via referendum last month, referring to the "abysmal stupidity" of the Leave campaign.

Austrian Waltz is best known for his roles in films such as Inglourious Basterds and Django Unchained, and is currently promoting the release of newest film The Legend of Tarzan.

He was visibly angered when asked about the political situation in the UK, reserving particular contempt for Nigel Farage after the former Ukip leader left his position on Monday.

"Well, I mean, of course the head rat would leave the sinking ship," said Waltz. "It’s inevitable, you know. They tried to dress it up as a heroic exit — no, it’s conceding defeat."

"It’s putting the tail between their legs and as rats do, leave the sinking ship, leave the mess for others to clean up and retreat into some profitable other business."

Of the Brexit campaign in general and his attitude towards it, the respected actor was very clear when asked if he was a firm Remain supporter.

"Oh, 100 percent. A little too emotionally because I can’t comprehend the abysmal stupidity," he replied.

Here is Waltz' rant: