@@soumyajoypal9359 this sounds less like an indictment on the Oscars and more like you telling everyone you're a 12 year old marvel fanboy. I don't think you understand how the vfx award works either. VFX involves more than just particle effects. Crash winning at the oscars was the biggest upset in the memories of any actual adult.
Sometimes I’m amazed at how I can speak the same language as two other people (the above comments) and still have absolutely no idea what was said, lol. You guys are well versed in this world, and I’m a noob but what do I know is willem is by far one of the best actors I’ve ever seen.
NOTICE....he makes direct eye contact with every single person....Pedro and every person in the audience. He connects personally with everyone. That is his stage presence coming out, and there's no one better.
That's so true!! I loved how he's so approachable and also loved how Pedro was so respectful with his students, no unnecessary attention was redirected towards the interviewer
That's exactly how you're supposed to address a crowd. You find eyes to look at and speak to that person. You don't glaze your eyes over gaze hazily at an abstract audience. Dr. Jordan Peterson talks about this skill regarding public speaking.
Truly wholesome. I've never paid that much attention to his performances outside spider man, but this interview has me reconsidering. What an interesting man!
Pedro is a fantastic interviewer.. He really listens and encourages...its an art. Hes even reigned in his ..chaming manic energy to allow the focus to remain on Willem. Love it...Willem Dafoe is amazing ofcourse .
Old comment but Pedro is really fantastic. He’s not trying to shine brighter than the guest like most hosts do. They should appreciate their guests because without them, hosts will have no content
I think Willem Dafoe, more than any other actor I've seen interviews of, is really geniune and gives you an open door to a glimpse of what his thought process is and what he's trying to accomplish as an actor. Very few artists show the kind of openness and vulnerability that he does.
@Leo Peridot I've watched many actors interviews; many of them, in fact, done by James Lipton on INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO. Willem just strikes me as very candid and open with his processes. Real. Not saying other actors are faking it or keep alot more filters up. It's just a vibe I get that seems different. Maybe Pedro Pascal is good at getting actors to relax and be more open, because I've seen him interview Ewan McGregor and that was a good interview as well.
I like Dafoe. I would compare him with Gary Oldman. I think the difference between them is you always recognize Dafoe in a role/movie. Sometimes when I watcha movie with Oldman I have to actively search to find him. Oldman disappears into the character.
@@joshcook6431 the Jonas Brothers do the same thing. Talk to the audience to keep them engaged and feel like they really are part of the conversation. I love when actors or musicians do that.
There were some very notable people in the industry there too, you can see it in their eyes how much they respect Willem’s craft and character. Truly historical.
He'd make a great joker. Another take on that role. Physically represents that and has a spin on things. We've had great takes on the prior actors. Play the joker you'd be so good.
I came here for Pedro and left with a true admiration for Willem’s work. He melts into these characters to the point I forgot he played them. He also has a real love for the art of it all.
Yeah! 'cos he wouldn't change a syllable if he'd talk to his mother or best friend... He does not need to modulate and/ or seek for camouflage. He IS, and that happens the whole time; all the way long. In my opinion, it's about greatness. That is the way a Great Soul communicates.
Pedro wasn't alone being so moved by Willem's performance in Platoon. I never bawled so hard in my life, let alone in public, his performance was that powerful.
I came for Pedro Pascal, I stayed for Willem Dafoe. What a joy of a man, really down to earth and seems like he does what he does because he truly loves acting, not for money or awards or anything else. Wish there were more like him, that's part of what makes movies so special c
Not only was it wonderful to see him, it was so refreshing to see an actor interacting with another actor. You can tell he genuinely appreciates Willem dafoe's craft. He did a lovely job and I'm really happy I saw this
There should be an award called the WILLEM DAFOE award. I've never seen an actor so immersed effortlessly in ALL OF HIS PERFORMANCES. No character reminds me of the last one. He is truly America's greatest actor to date. But so underrated.
Someone once said to me that they didn't think Willem Defoe was that good of an actor and I absolutely lost it on them and that's also when I realised I adore Willem Defoe
@@Not_An_EV I mean that’s just ignorance to say he isn’t a good actor. No matter the quality of what he’s in, he brings his all and does it phenomenally
theres something so heartfelt, genuine and inspiring about this interview. i love how quiet the audience is, you can feel their adoration for Willem. everyone is taking in his words like theyre learning from him. Pedro is a great host, not always looking for funny punchlines and jokes because hes taking it all in as well. im running on now, but i can listen to Willem all day!
If you're an actor and you get a chance to interview and listen to Willem Defoe, you listen attentively and hang on every word. I'd call it actor/entertainer gospel.
The guy's an artist, through and through. What he said about big budget films essentially buying awards for the actors speaks volumes about his passion for TRUE acting.
@@obscure.reference I don't agree, I think he's a great interviewer...he seems to make his interviewees relaxed, seems to have great chemistry with Willem, and knows when to talk and when to listen.
He's great to listen to. When talking about acting he's so unpretentious. He's giving incredible tips on acting. As an actor they are golden nuggets about performing and getting into character or finding a character in different ways.
I think it is easy to see the actors that started out just thinking of the fame and notoriety, (not to discredit from that path)...and those who just made it their calling. Dispensing their knowledge comes easier to those who just are consummate professionals of their craft. Willem is a prime example.
Everything about these two together is phenomenal. Great artists by themselves in their own way, but something about these two being together feels right. Need more of this duo.
He is aging like wine. And so is his acting ability, which really should be an impossibility, but every time I see in a new role he just gets better and better.
True. Though I think it's somewhat common, that people who are not typically handsome or beautiful, tend to age better than the ones who are generally.. especially if your face is lined from a young age, you will pretty much remain the same throughout your life. BRILLIANT actor by the way..
I like how he's talking to the audience. He makes eye contact with them and seems genuine and relaxed as well. None of it seems forced. Everything about the interview is really organic
It's no wonder he's such a great actor. His intelligence, his ethos, his passion, his clear beliefs on acting and his honest views for his craft are just inspiring. He just loves acting. P.S ...... SOOOOOOOOOO want to see him as the Joker.
I haven't seen Willem talking openly before. My perception of his persona was obviously from his acting only. I love him! He is a great guy, so humble and professional! Total admiration for him
His voice is so unique and he is able to imbue so much emotion in his speech. It's equal parts bass and whine. He can sharpen it with a hiss or mellow it with a soft murmur. Listening to him is as entertaining as looking at him. It must be his life on the theater that has granted him so fine a control over his tone. Willem, is up there with some other greats like Hopkins in his ability to use more than just his physicality to bring a character to life.
The way he describes acting is so incredibly understandable and literate anyone could get it. Yet, There’s immense depth and empathy towards peoples creations, regardless of how famous or where they work . 10/10
@@cmahoney9921 This and the GQ "all my roles" bit... no mention of this masterpiece. I've probably watched it 50 times! Would love to hear about how he approached that role.
Sometimes you encounter people that closely resemble other people you know, & seldomly you meet exact dopplegangers, but rarely do people have a truly distinctive face, apart from all others. My father was both. He passed away a few years ago & at his funeral we had dozens of photos of him displayed with a couple photos of Willem Dafoe mixed in for yuks. Many of his closest friends & family didn't even noticed until they were let in on the joke. There's a complicated, deeply emotional place I visit when see Willem Dafoe on screen.
Thank you for this, Pedro. Such a genuine and profound conversation. Willem Dafoe is such a powerful and interesting actor - and he seems like a genuinely good guy. The way he speaks to this audience, wholeheartedly, speaks volumes.. It shows his love for people.
I may pass out. I love Dafoe greatly. He's so very different from everyone else. And, we all love PP. Both actors have beginnings in theatre. I'm an experimental playwright, and screenwriter, so, I love to know this. 💖💗💘
He was really in the intellectual pressure cooker of Downtown NYC at that time... right at the moment that "deconstruction" and "postmodernism" were huge. His description of a theater that was focused on actions and objects more than language comes directly out of that huge cultural shift. This is a brilliant guy who paid attention to everything around him.
@@SuperRobertoClemente you know, I am familiar with the Wooster Group. I follow news, here and there, about Wooster and Mabou Mimes, and such. I may have seen a production of Brecht, by Wooster? - don't quote me. It was around the time I saw THE NATIVITY, in Boston, by Bread and Puppet Theatre. (My memory these days is shot). I just don't get to NYC as much as I'd like! Best Fringe theatre in the US, imho. But, I'd forgotten that Dafoe was at the helm at Wooster, in the beginning. I'm glad to be reminded. And, yeah, I agree with you. He's an amazing talent. 😃
I've always been a fan of Willem Dafoe but had never seen him interviewed. Being from Wisconsin myself, though also having a bit of a nomadic existence, I am so glad to see he has retained his midwestern personability. Both actors here are incredibly talented and also seem genuinely thoughtful and kind. So glad I watched.
If you didn't know, the main reason why Williem has such an unusually high level of insightfulness, attention to detail and pretty much always appears to be in a relaxed and well composed way, is because he is a long time meditator. He is probably one of the most advanced meditators of all the high paid actors.
The fact that Dafoe never got to play the Joker is a tragedy. He wouldn't even have to act, he could basically just be himself and it would still be perfect.
Willem a huge actor. With Pedro they are two great artists. How incredible and pleasant a conversation when there is so much talent together. Great both.
He is right up there with Meryl Strip, Viola Davis, and two or three more. What an absolute legend. So inspirational. One of those rare people that makes you want to do better, be more passionate, go the extra mile no matter what your career is. So insightful and genuine. Humble, great energy, truly a genius.
Agreed. I also liked when he described playing van Goh and he said he let the words wash over him, he let himself react to them like a poem. I knew exactly what he meant. For me, it's like listening to lyrics in that song that suddenly transports you somewhere else in someone else's world. But you feel you belong there.
One of the best actors of his generation.I first engoyed him as Raven in the Streets of Fire,and followed him ever since.The versatility,the passion for his art...not to mention he was one of the BEST Jesus AND one of the best vampires,ever.Thank you,Mr.Dafoe.Thanks for everything!
Pedro is a real darling and thank God for actors they take us to a different place by laying themselves open to ridicule or praise to inform and entertain us which is lovely for us in our humdrum life.
I have no Words to describe how much I adore People like William Dafoe. He has a noble and self confident attitude and hes spreading nothing but positivity with it. As most people I first recognised him as Green Goblin and from there on fell in love with every single performance he did. In a Way hes like Mark Hamill, very passionate and creative with everything hes working on, but he also knows his Limits. The Fact that one of his very few conditions for returning in spiderman 2 was to wear doc oc's suit once, says basically everything you need to know about this wonderful Gentleman
i first saw Willem Dafoe in 'The Hunger' by a phone booth with Susan Sarandon. it was a brief scene, and another actor from 'To Live and Die in L.A' was with Willem Dafoe. John Turturro and an actress from 'Frasier' were also in 'To Live and Die in LA'.
The greatest thing about this video for me is learning that James Lipton's legacy is being carried on with the continuation of Inside the Actors' Studio.
This was the best interview I’ve seen. His questions were very good and it looked like Willem Dafoe really enjoyed answering the questions. Amazing interview!👏
Willem is so cool omg. A massive inspiration for both wanting to be an actor and wanting to be a good person. He seems so chill and genuine, and is incredibly talented!
God Damn, when ever I hear the word Actor I automatically think of Williem Dafoe, A person who genially cares about the art form and doesn't care about the money or fame
I didn't even know Pascal took over this job but he's excellent for it. With always hearing/seeing so many negative things in Hollywood it's very refreshing to see 2 guys like this that just seem very genuinely humble and kind. Really great interview
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We started with Willem Dafoe and ended with Willem Dafriend.
Solid gold!!
how many years were you wainting to say that one?
Oh.... well done. Well done indeed.
pls this had no business being this funny 😭😭😭😭😭
@@TunnelVisionAthletic True, but still good. ;)
Pedro: ‘You know, I’m something of an actor myself’.
"es que entendi la referencia" como dijo el cap
@@el_atrae_viejas_definitivo8549 Si? 😂
This hasn’t received enough likes 😂
@@peenzert1994 agreed. 😂😂😂😂
@@Chrissummerill now it can lmao
He is the literal definition of "looks could kill but is an actual cinnamon roll", incredible artist.
hence a great performer and a genuine human being
Which one? 😂
Just to be nominated is a honour itself, being nominated 3 times worth more than one Oscar.
no one has ever said that until now by you. and also I agree.
Lol is this an actual saying?
I love how Willem addresses the entire audience as well as Pedro its like he's telling a story to a group of young students
Because indeed he is speaking to a bunch of students!
Because that's literally what he's doing.
Bro
He is
because he taught in a university
the fact that Willem never got an oscar just shows how " credible " the oscars are! one of the best actors that ever lived.
That is proved since dont look up got oscar nominee for best picture and nwh got oscar for vfx even though far from home had better vfx
@@soumyajoypal9359 fuck thats new to me bro! shame shame shame
@@soumyajoypal9359 this sounds less like an indictment on the Oscars and more like you telling everyone you're a 12 year old marvel fanboy. I don't think you understand how the vfx award works either. VFX involves more than just particle effects.
Crash winning at the oscars was the biggest upset in the memories of any actual adult.
He’s a white male.
Sometimes I’m amazed at how I can speak the same language as two other people (the above comments) and still have absolutely no idea what was said, lol. You guys are well versed in this world, and I’m a noob but what do I know is willem is by far one of the best actors I’ve ever seen.
Willem Dafoe played Jesus Christ AND The Green Goblin.
It's what he does for a living. He is an actor.
@@Gnossiene369 OH REALLY?! None of us had any clue.
and a the light house
In other words he performed as the same character, twice.
It just the irony the difference of two opposite moral stance one man embraced to eventually make great films
Pascal is a great interviewer, and Dafoe is so easy to interview. The whole thing is like a genuine conversation
I personally find actors who grew up in the theatre scene or the improv scene do very well in interviews. A lot of musicians are the same.
pedro doesn't interrupt unnecessarily very good interview
NOTICE....he makes direct eye contact with every single person....Pedro and every person in the audience. He connects personally with everyone. That is his stage presence coming out, and there's no one better.
pedro is a special gem i love him.
That's so true!! I loved how he's so approachable and also loved how Pedro was so respectful with his students, no unnecessary attention was redirected towards the interviewer
That's exactly how you're supposed to address a crowd. You find eyes to look at and speak to that person. You don't glaze your eyes over gaze hazily at an abstract audience. Dr. Jordan Peterson talks about this skill regarding public speaking.
I was just thinking the same thing. It's amazing how effortlesly he connects with people.
Dafoe's pure adoration and appreciation of the art is wholesome and inspiring.
Reminds me of Gary oldman.
That’s why he’s the GOAT
Truly wholesome. I've never paid that much attention to his performances outside spider man, but this interview has me reconsidering. What an interesting man!
@@kayfert If you really want to see one of his best performances, check out Platoon (if you haven't already).
@D Legionnaire that movie sucks
Pedro is a fantastic interviewer.. He really listens and encourages...its an art. Hes even reigned in his ..chaming manic energy to allow the focus to remain on Willem. Love it...Willem Dafoe is amazing ofcourse .
Reined
I can interview you warm...or I can interview you cold... LOL!
It's honestly just stupid how talented Pedro is. I can't understand it.
Old comment but Pedro is really fantastic. He’s not trying to shine brighter than the guest like most hosts do. They should appreciate their guests because without them, hosts will have no content
30:15 I personally adore the delivery of this question by Pedro
I really feel like this is just Pedro Pascal soaking up as much information as possible in a acting lesson and we're just watching it happen.
Pedro seems like a guy who wants to become a better actor and realizes a guy like Willem can teach him a lot about the craft
His interest certainly feels genuine, yes. That makes the interview all the better, too.
“Hey Pedro.”
“Hi Willem.”
They sounded like two ex’s that haven’t seen each other in years.
I think Willem Dafoe, more than any other actor I've seen interviews of, is really geniune and gives you an open door to a glimpse of what his thought process is and what he's trying to accomplish as an actor. Very few artists show the kind of openness and vulnerability that he does.
@Leo Peridot I've watched many actors interviews; many of them, in fact, done by James Lipton on INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO. Willem just strikes me as very candid and open with his processes. Real. Not saying other actors are faking it or keep alot more filters up. It's just a vibe I get that seems different. Maybe Pedro Pascal is good at getting actors to relax and be more open, because I've seen him interview Ewan McGregor and that was a good interview as well.
@@Elricwulf you're absolutely right.
Spot on
I've really grown to love him as an actor, very unique and does things his way. The likes of him, walken and Oldman are a dying breed in cinema
I like Dafoe. I would compare him with Gary Oldman. I think the difference between them is you always recognize Dafoe in a role/movie. Sometimes when I watcha movie with Oldman I have to actively search to find him. Oldman disappears into the character.
The way Willem engages the audience when he's speaking... that alone blows my mind. The man is a true legend!
It's because he's talking to them, not just at the room, it's nice to see.
@@joshcook6431 the Jonas Brothers do the same thing. Talk to the audience to keep them engaged and feel like they really are part of the conversation. I love when actors or musicians do that.
There were some very notable people in the industry there too, you can see it in their eyes how much they respect Willem’s craft and character. Truly historical.
that shows he’s not just an actor, but a Theater actor, big difference
He'd make a great joker. Another take on that role. Physically represents that and has a spin on things. We've had great takes on the prior actors. Play the joker you'd be so good.
Pedro introduced Willem as if he was about to hand him a Nobel peace prize.
he was just speaking facts, the guy's been nominated for an Oscars 4 times, he's a godamn legend
Respect.
@@johnd3124 I'm 53 yrs. old and I sure as hell better see Willem and Tom Cruise win Oscars before I die --- I will cause a huge stink if I don't
I came here for Pedro and left with a true admiration for Willem’s work. He melts into these characters to the point I forgot he played them. He also has a real love for the art of it all.
I love how he actually like, talks *to* the audience.
Yeah! 'cos he wouldn't change a syllable if he'd talk to his mother or best friend... He does not need to modulate and/ or seek for camouflage. He IS, and that happens the whole time; all the way long. In my opinion, it's about greatness. That is the way a Great Soul communicates.
Fucking great chemistry, please let them release a movie together.
They are together in the Great Wall
@@pedritopostingchile7268 A good movie!
@@clarkparker4860 nah
@@clarkparker4860 not really :o
@@pedritopostingchile7268 It's not a sign if approval, thus the exclamation mark.
Pedro wasn't alone being so moved by Willem's performance in Platoon. I never bawled so hard in my life, let alone in public, his performance was that powerful.
Pedro's voice is so very alluring. He's top notch as an interviewer, as well as an actor. We are smitten. ❤
I was thinking great voice over for animal documentary
@@LJBSullivanHe actually has lent his voice for the Netflix Series 'Animal'. He voices the octopus episode!
I came for Pedro Pascal, I stayed for Willem Dafoe. What a joy of a man, really down to earth and seems like he does what he does because he truly loves acting, not for money or awards or anything else. Wish there were more like him, that's part of what makes movies so special c
Vim pelo Pedro Pascal, fiquei pelo Pedro Pascal😍❤
I'd like Pedro to do more of these hostings just to see him!
Not only was it wonderful to see him, it was so refreshing to see an actor interacting with another actor. You can tell he genuinely appreciates Willem dafoe's craft. He did a lovely job and I'm really happy I saw this
Who am I kidding though? At this point I'd watch him pick his nose.
Agreed. It was engaging to watch him be engaged by Willam.
100%. Glad to see him since the bullshit that happened.
@@gasser5001 bullshit happened ? pray tell !
I love how lovingly Pedro looks at everybody🥺❤️
He’s so humble . He doesn’t come off as pretentious like a lot of people in his position tend to do.
There should be an award called the WILLEM DAFOE award. I've never seen an actor so immersed effortlessly in ALL OF HIS PERFORMANCES. No character reminds me of the last one. He is truly America's greatest actor to date. But so underrated.
Someone once said to me that they didn't think Willem Defoe was that good of an actor and I absolutely lost it on them and that's also when I realised I adore Willem Defoe
@@Not_An_EV I mean that’s just ignorance to say he isn’t a good actor. No matter the quality of what he’s in, he brings his all and does it phenomenally
Gene Hackman is in the same league
Isn't he British?
I always considered WIllem Dafoe the "more sane" version of Crispin Glover --- they are both quirky actors and get a lot of quirky roles
Simply excellent. I had no idea that Lipton died last year at the age of 93. Talk about ICON.
I also wondered why he wasn't doing this. He had a great run and got to interview so many fantastic people.
Lipton didn't know either, and he actually did a couple more actor's studio interviews before being informed that he was indeed dead.
@@bluestate69 Now THAT'S acting.
Well this is news to me :(
@@bluestate69 Ponce de León and Paracelsus really missed their marks. It turns out that method acting is actually the key.
theres something so heartfelt, genuine and inspiring about this interview. i love how quiet the audience is, you can feel their adoration for Willem. everyone is taking in his words like theyre learning from him. Pedro is a great host, not always looking for funny punchlines and jokes because hes taking it all in as well. im running on now, but i can listen to Willem all day!
If you're an actor and you get a chance to interview and listen to Willem Defoe, you listen attentively and hang on every word. I'd call it actor/entertainer gospel.
The guy's an artist, through and through. What he said about big budget films essentially buying awards for the actors speaks volumes about his passion for TRUE acting.
Now I see why Pedro did such a good interview with Ewan McGregor.
I have that on my "watch later" list
@@1MegArbo we had it but it was put down by copyright boo
@@pedritopostingchile7268 😔
@@pedritopostingchile7268 is there another one somewhere
@@yowza234 it is in variety’s channel.
Pedro should do more interviews - he’s brilliant. Granted, it helps to have a great interviewee! But he should be used more like this.
he’s just reading the questions really
@@obscure.referenceI mean it seems he has nice chemistry with Willem and that he’s actually listening, but just going through the questions
@@obscure.reference There's much more to being a gifted interviewer than that.
@@sharkonwhisky yeah that’s what i’m saying there’s absolutely no flow here
@@obscure.reference I don't agree, I think he's a great interviewer...he seems to make his interviewees relaxed, seems to have great chemistry with Willem, and knows when to talk and when to listen.
I love how Willem is actually engaging with the audience. When he speaks, he's speaking to you as well as Pedro.
I felt he really wanted to be genuine. Help others improve the craft and understand the biz I'm overall.
I'll never get over how distinct Willems voice is, its so nostalgic and unique
He's great to listen to. When talking about acting he's so unpretentious. He's giving incredible tips on acting. As an actor they are golden nuggets about performing and getting into character or finding a character in different ways.
He is not precious about his work he doesn't has any hang-ups about it.
I think it is easy to see the actors that started out just thinking of the fame and notoriety, (not to discredit from that path)...and those who just made it their calling. Dispensing their knowledge comes easier to those who just are consummate professionals of their craft. Willem is a prime example.
I think he would describe his job more like an artisan than like an artist.
I like how Dafoe engages the audience directly and sincerely like a fellow brother and friend. Much respect.
Everything about these two together is phenomenal. Great artists by themselves in their own way, but something about these two being together feels right. Need more of this duo.
Coming right up - they're in 'Tropico' together, currently in production. Directed by Willem's wife.
Pedro Pascal interviewing Willem Dafoe? Wtf!? This is amazing!!!
Seriously. What a treat.
WD is 65 years old and gets more handsome with age.
He is aging like wine. And so is his acting ability, which really should be an impossibility, but every time I see in a new role he just gets better and better.
@@sharathsh9987 and at some point the wine turns sour?
ashtanga yoga
True. Though I think it's somewhat common, that people who are not typically handsome or beautiful, tend to age better than the ones who are generally.. especially if your face is lined from a young age, you will pretty much remain the same throughout your life.
BRILLIANT actor by the way..
Is he aging or turning into Kevin Bacon?
This interview is actually an acting masterclass.
I like how he's talking to the audience. He makes eye contact with them and seems genuine and relaxed as well. None of it seems forced. Everything about the interview is really organic
One can really feel Willem Dafoe's passion for acting. He really loves what he is doing.
It's no wonder he's such a great actor. His intelligence, his ethos, his passion, his clear beliefs on acting and his honest views for his craft are just inspiring. He just loves acting.
P.S ...... SOOOOOOOOOO want to see him as the Joker.
PS no.
Will he be the joker?
I have always thought he'd make a killer Mista J!
I haven't seen Willem talking openly before. My perception of his persona was obviously from his acting only. I love him! He is a great guy, so humble and professional! Total admiration for him
His voice is so unique and he is able to imbue so much emotion in his speech. It's equal parts bass and whine. He can sharpen it with a hiss or mellow it with a soft murmur. Listening to him is as entertaining as looking at him. It must be his life on the theater that has granted him so fine a control over his tone. Willem, is up there with some other greats like Hopkins in his ability to use more than just his physicality to bring a character to life.
You described this perfectly
The Lighthouse is incredible.
One the best films ever. The depiction of madness in that movie is cool
That pirate curse was legendary.
Dafoes acting was great as usual. The rest was total crap.
@@dj_poopypants wait what? I bet you loved spiderman though smh
@@HerEvilTwin Fuck Spiderman.
Two incredibly brilliant actors sitting and talking and being themselves. Would love to have been in the audience. Do more movies together, please!!
pedro has the cutest smile i am going to die
Willem Dafoe is the coolest dude and the best actor. I would love to see him get a role in The Mandalorian.
1:42 he even speak in Spanish to say hi to Pascal, Willem Dafoe incredible man!
His role in John wick, the grand Budapest hotel and the boondock saints have always impressed me soo damn much this guy is phenomenal
Love him in Boondock Saints
Boondock was really one of his most enigmatic roles!
The way he describes acting is so incredibly understandable and literate anyone could get it. Yet,
There’s immense depth and empathy towards peoples creations, regardless of how famous or where they work . 10/10
If you love Willem Dafoe, make sure to see Light Sleeper, one of the most under-appreciated films ever.
SUCH a great movie
@@cmahoney9921 This and the GQ "all my roles" bit... no mention of this masterpiece. I've probably watched it 50 times! Would love to hear about how he approached that role.
Thank you for the suggestion!
Can't believe only nominations, still living legend
Sometimes you encounter people that closely resemble other people you know, & seldomly you meet exact dopplegangers, but rarely do people have a truly distinctive face, apart from all others. My father was both. He passed away a few years ago & at his funeral we had dozens of photos of him displayed with a couple photos of Willem Dafoe mixed in for yuks. Many of his closest friends & family didn't even noticed until they were let in on the joke.
There's a complicated, deeply emotional place I visit when see Willem Dafoe on screen.
Thank you for this, Pedro. Such a genuine and profound conversation. Willem Dafoe is such a powerful and interesting actor - and he seems like a genuinely good guy. The way he speaks to this audience, wholeheartedly, speaks volumes.. It shows his love for people.
I may pass out. I love Dafoe greatly. He's so very different from everyone else. And, we all love PP. Both actors have beginnings in theatre. I'm an experimental playwright, and screenwriter, so, I love to know this. 💖💗💘
He was really in the intellectual pressure cooker of Downtown NYC at that time... right at the moment that "deconstruction" and "postmodernism" were huge. His description of a theater that was focused on actions and objects more than language comes directly out of that huge cultural shift. This is a brilliant guy who paid attention to everything around him.
@@SuperRobertoClemente you know, I am familiar with the Wooster Group. I follow news, here and there, about Wooster and Mabou Mimes, and such. I may have seen a production of Brecht, by Wooster? - don't quote me. It was around the time I saw THE NATIVITY, in Boston, by Bread and Puppet Theatre. (My memory these days is shot). I just don't get to NYC as much as I'd like! Best Fringe theatre in the US, imho. But, I'd forgotten that Dafoe was at the helm at Wooster, in the beginning. I'm glad to be reminded. And, yeah, I agree with you. He's an amazing talent. 😃
I knew he "got it" when he said that when he got to NY, he really found himself more at home at the scrappy stuff going on downtown. What a legend.
Willem is the only actor, i could imagine to play Mick Jagger.
i was thinking tom waits. as in willem dafoe playing tom waits i mean.
Jagger not worth it.
Willem Dafoe will forever be one of my favorite actors of all time. The man the myth the legend.
I love how he directly talks to the students, feels personal like a classroom rather than a interview.
This was a wonderful interview. Pedro is fucking excellent, and Willem… absolute legend.
i adore both of these actors holy crap
Seeing them interact is making me overwhelmed
Right? I found this and all other activity stopped.
I've always been a fan of Willem Dafoe but had never seen him interviewed. Being from Wisconsin myself, though also having a bit of a nomadic existence, I am so glad to see he has retained his midwestern personability. Both actors here are incredibly talented and also seem genuinely thoughtful and kind. So glad I watched.
Pedro is such a great interviewer. I'm so glad he got to do this with Willem
If you didn't know, the main reason why Williem has such an unusually high level of insightfulness, attention to detail and pretty much always appears to be in a relaxed and well composed way, is because he is a long time meditator. He is probably one of the most advanced meditators of all the high paid actors.
Ahhh I didn't know this but I believe it straight away. He seems very present and compassionate. Question: where did you learn this? This fact I mean
reading all the bromance posts, i don't think i can watch this presentation sober
Willem yelling/singing out “I’m a hippie” is probably my favorite thing he’s done.
The fact that Dafoe never got to play the Joker is a tragedy. He wouldn't even have to act, he could basically just be himself and it would still be perfect.
Holy shit, it wasn't until he mentioned Lawrence University that I realized he was from my home town!!
"There was.....a....FIREFIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Holy crap Willem and Pedro together, this is awesome
Pedro is really good at this. He should do more of these with some of his co-stars. That would be cool.
His presence, even through a computer screen, gives me goosebumps. Such a great artist, and an even greater human being.
Willem a huge actor. With Pedro they are two great artists. How incredible and pleasant a conversation when there is so much talent together. Great both.
His character in boondock saints is underrated imo
He's the best part of that film
I never allowed myself to say this because it’s sacred for me, but if a movie about Bowie was ever done, Dafoe is the man for it.
He is right up there with Meryl Strip, Viola Davis, and two or three more.
What an absolute legend. So inspirational. One of those rare people that makes you want to do better, be more passionate, go the extra mile no matter what your career is. So insightful and genuine. Humble, great energy, truly a genius.
This interview had me glued to my seat - there was this incredible energy/chemistry between Willem and Pedro.
"Listen. It's a tribe, and you're looking for your identity" Thats actually very deep.
Agreed. I also liked when he described playing van Goh and he said he let the words wash over him, he let himself react to them like a poem. I knew exactly what he meant. For me, it's like listening to lyrics in that song that suddenly transports you somewhere else in someone else's world. But you feel you belong there.
Amazing talent but an even more wonderful person, it's nice to see that Pedro and Willem finally get to work together in an upcoming project.
Willem Dafoe is a closest thing to a real world wizard in my mind. Such a nutter, u just can not not love him. Brilliant man.
He played the lead role in an Australian Film 'The Hunter", SIMPLY BRILLIANT.
Got it on Blu Ray.
Crazy movie
One of the best actors of his generation.I first engoyed him as Raven in the Streets of Fire,and followed him ever since.The versatility,the passion for his art...not to mention he was one of the BEST Jesus AND one of the best vampires,ever.Thank you,Mr.Dafoe.Thanks for everything!
Me, live and die in la.
And Pedro !
Pedro is a real darling and thank God for actors they take us to a different place by laying themselves open to ridicule or praise to inform and entertain us which is lovely for us in our humdrum life.
I have no Words to describe how much I adore People like William Dafoe. He has a noble and self confident attitude and hes spreading nothing but positivity with it.
As most people I first recognised him as Green Goblin and from there on fell in love with every single performance he did.
In a Way hes like Mark Hamill, very passionate and creative with everything hes working on, but he also knows his Limits.
The Fact that one of his very few conditions for returning in spiderman 2 was to wear doc oc's suit once, says basically everything you need to know about this wonderful Gentleman
Willem
i first saw Willem Dafoe in 'The Hunger' by a phone booth with Susan Sarandon. it was a brief scene, and another actor from 'To Live and Die in L.A' was with Willem Dafoe. John Turturro and an actress from 'Frasier' were also in 'To Live and Die in LA'.
But you don't even know his name.
Love him in Boondock Saints!!!!
@@lapacesiaconvoi The Hunger is a wonderful little seen gem, an Willem is brilliant in it.
The greatest thing about this video for me is learning that James Lipton's legacy is being carried on with the continuation of Inside the Actors' Studio.
One of my favorite Willem Dafoe character is "Rick Masters - To Live And Die In L.A." Such an underrated movie
This was the best interview I’ve seen. His questions were very good and it looked like Willem Dafoe really enjoyed answering the questions. Amazing interview!👏
Willem Dafoe is one of the all time greats. Pedro is gonna be the same one day. I love watching these guys on screen.
Willem is still clearly so excited by his work...love this guy!!!
Hey isn’t that Zazie Beetz in the crowd at 8:29? That’s awesome!
Yeah lol
36:10 Ellen Burstyn
@@illuddivinus3309 actually Burstyn is an executive producer of this interviews wich is cool
18:27 dixie rect
Its a small world when anyone focuses on their brilliance :)
The GOBLIN VOICE!!!!
Willem is so cool omg. A massive inspiration for both wanting to be an actor and wanting to be a good person. He seems so chill and genuine, and is incredibly talented!
He may be type cast as a scary figure, but when you listen to interviews of him, you end up falling for the guy.
I love Pedrito...❤❤❤
Literally two of my favorite actors! I love all their works and their roles have pivotal impacts in our lives! Both are a absolutely incredible!
fine ass
I still can’t get over how intelligent, enthusiastic, charming and of course GORGEOUS he is!
man Pedro CRUSHED it!! love both these guys.
GREAT interview. Well done Pedro. Willem is a charming man.
God Damn, when ever I hear the word Actor I automatically think of Williem Dafoe, A person who genially cares about the art form and doesn't care about the money or fame
One of the greatest actors of all time. I wanna see an Oscar on his hands asap
Pedro looks like a fusion of Brando and Burt Reynolds.
He looks like Nathan Fillion's younger brother.
OK ... I keep seeing Justin Trudeau ... 🤔
freebie, you got that right!
He also looks a lot like that guy who plays the Mandalorian.
I didn't even know Pascal took over this job but he's excellent for it. With always hearing/seeing so many negative things in Hollywood it's very refreshing to see 2 guys like this that just seem very genuinely humble and kind. Really great interview