The Genius of Paul Scofield: The Greatest Actor
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- Please join me in this video, The Genius of Paul Scofield: The Greatest Actor.
Paul Scofield was one of the greatest actors of his generation - and while he didn't have as many film acting credits as some of his contemporaries - each film he did make was a masterpiece of dramatic art - which was carefully chosen by Paul Scofield.
Paul Scofield was known to be a kind, genial man with a wonderfully mischievous sense of humour but he was also a man that wasn't prepared to sacrifice his loving home life for the glitz and glamour of after-show parties and red-carpet events.
Paul Scofield rarely gave interviews and when he did - he would not share details of his private life.
Join me in remembering Paul Scofield an actor for all seasons, as we tread softly through the past and visit the films, the life, and the final resting place of this true genius of theatre and film, the greatest actor.
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My favourite Paul Scofield performance 🎭 was in the television 📺 adaptation of “Martin Chuzzlewit.” Paul Scofield also got an Oscar nomination for “Quiz Show” directed by Robert Redford. Thank you for another interesting and respectful video 📹💐🌞
Oh he was outstanding as Martin Chuzzlewit I completely agree! I’ve never seen Quiz Show! Thank you for your lovely comment - it’s always very much appreciated! ❤️
Mr Redford was very intelligent or very lucky obtaining this actor's performance in Quiz Show. He was also terrific in The Train.
"NEVERTHELESS..."
Paul's diction and oratory were gorgeous, convincing, terrifying, and sublime.
Oh his voice was beyond superb! I couldn't agree more! x
Paul Scofield is one of the best British actors we have every produced. His acting is second to none. Thank you for this great mini bio tribute to a shining star!
Thank you for your lovely comment! Paul Schofield was such an amazing and talented actor I agree!
Lovely tribuite to an outstanding human being. Joy sounds like she was his perfect match, both elegant and kind. Thanks for this video. ❤
My pleasure! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching! I think they had such a beautiful relationship - and Paul very much kept his feet on the ground, with both him and Joy remembering what the important thing in life were for them and their family xx
Paul Schofield was an actor that I wa very proud of, I remember an American friend thought he was American I wa so proud to correct her and say he was British. Thank you for this one especially.
He was amazing! Definitely one of our best - thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching the video ❤️
A man for all seasons - a compelling portrayal of Thomas Moore.
My favourite! ❤️
I agree with you about 'A man for all Seasons'.
He was also cast in another favourite film of mine, 'The Shooting Party', sadly he was badly injured during filming early on, and had to be replaced by James Mason.
It turned out to be James Mason's last film. 👍
I haven’t seen The Shooting Party! I need to look it up - I think Man for All Seasons went towards cementing my interest in history and in particular Tudor times!
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Shar, I hope I have your name right, I can definitely recommend the shooting party, it's not a well known film, but a great cast, James Mason, Edward Fox, Robert Hardy, Gordon Jackson, Dorothy Tutin, Frank Windsor, and a lovely cameo by John Gielgud.👍
You do! And I’m even more convinced I want to watch it now as I love James Mason! Thank you!
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre I have seen this film several times absolutely brilliant you will love it.
When very young, I saw him as Lear on stage. I still see and hear him. The stage was his.
That must have been incredible - to see him perform on stage would have been something I would have truly enjoyed!
I was blessed to see his Lear on the stage. I can still see him being brought in from the moors. I still hear the resonance of his voice. The greatest performance I've ever seen anywhere, any time.
Oh I would have loved to have seen him peform! I can completely imagine how wonderful he was! xxxxx
A most marvellous actor. My favourite films were "Carve Her Name With Pride", and "A Man For All Seasons". Thank you so much for this.
He was very special - an exceptionally great actor and such a nice person from what I’ve read ❤️🥰 thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching the video - it’s very appreciated xx
My favourite Paul Scofield movie 🎥🎥🎥is the Train 🚂🚂🚂 1964 starring Burt lancaster ⭐and Paul Scofield ⭐
Its a must see movie 👀👀👀👀his acting is EXCELLENT together Paul and Burt are amazing its a movie you can watch
Agai and again because its so well made Direction music a great Train Journey 🚂🚂🚂
I’m not sure I’ve seen that film!!!! I watch gazillions and sometimes I think I’ve not seen something but I have 🤭 but I think I’d remember that one! I will look it up - thank you!
He was superb in A Man For All Seasons. Great vid as always, so lovely to see an Actor who also had a contented homelife x
It was extremely rare! His wife Joy said that he would sometimes refuse jobs if he couldn’t make the last train home at night! She also said that she would wait for him at the station at 12.30am and that she loved to hear his footsteps in the night! So romantic!
Thanks, very interesting, especially comparing the groundedness of Paul and Joy with the brief and unhappy lives of many "celebrities" in all eras.
Yes! They were very sensible and enjoyed their work but stayed authentic to what matter to them ❤️
Let us not forget his stage performance as the composer Salieri in Amadeus at the National Theatre in 1979, which was about the life and death of Mozart.
His stage presence and delivery still echoes in my mind. A truly wonderful man.
I would have loved to have seen that! Thank you for your comment ❤️
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Unfortunately, there isn't a video of Amadeus, but the BBC made an audio recording in 1983 with the original cast. It has a duration of just over 2 hours and for the enthusiast it makes riveting listening.
Use the link below to access this recording.
ruclips.net/video/5w_nkXrXwtA/видео.html
That’s wonderful thank you so much! I’m a huge fan if Diana Dors and many of the productions she was in have all been lost to history! I do keep hoping some of them turn up one day! Thank you again! ❤️🌹
He was also the most fantastic and compelling Ghost in Hamlet. (1990)
He was such a marvelous human. Thanks for this sweet remembrance.
I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tribute to Paul Scofield! His portrayal of the Ghost in Hamlet was truly outstanding - thank you for watching! xxxx
Thank you, he was a good human and great artist.
My pleasure! He was a magnificent actor and definitely seemed to have his feet on the ground - no over blown ego x
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre he greatly understood silence and senserity because of that sense of ego. Thanks again for honouring St. Paul, as he was known amongst his peers and friends.
He was very respected - the actors actor! ❤️
A great actor who probably didn’t get the recognition he deserved a man for all seasons great film and great performance thank you for the video once again
He was so talented - an extraordinary actor - Man for All Seasons is an exceptionally excellent film xxxx
To be fair, AMFAS won an Oscar and Paul was wildly successful in his own life.
He probably did not care so much about that. However Scofield was and (still) is never underrated. There are so many British actors and actresses who mentioned him as their fave actor.
Paul Scofield was an exceptionally great actor and an even more exceptional person. My favourite film he made was 'The Train' with Burt Lancaster.
Oooh! I haven’t seen ‘The Train’ I agree with you - Paul Schofield was a truly great actor and he seemed such a down to earth person who understood what was important in his life xxxx
A true talent in every performance, no matter which character he portrayed. Thank you 💕🇦🇺
Thank you so much for watching and apologies for my delayed response. I'm finding a few older messages that I may have missed.
Paul Scofield what an amazing actor .yes a man for all seasons stood out from a star studied cast .a great film
As said before in other comments a fine Man lovely home life .family always 1st.
I have always been interested in the life and times of Henry VIII and I remember first seeing A Man For All Seasons when I was about 9 and it made such a huge impression on me! I’ve seen it many times over since! A truly terrific film! And definitely a man of integrity!
Another excellent docuumentary
Thank you so much and thank you for watching - it's very appreciated! xx
The Train is my favourite and it was a bit of a buzz to realise he lived just down the road from me as l grew up in Crawley.
I’ve not seen The Train but it’s definitely one I’d like to see! I think it’s lovely when you hear of celebrities you like and find out they have lived near you - even though it was before my time I love that Diana Dors lived in Chelsea - where I was born!
The Train is one of my favorite movie's..I traced down the locations where it was shot in France..Much love and respect for him- from Chandigarh, India
A very good man!
I completely agree ❤️❤️🌹
I was an actor while in college. I was sometimes required to cry on stage--an asset for which I was known. When I needed to summon up tears, I could not think of anything so sad from my own past, but I could clearly recall the scene in the film of A Man For All Seasons in which Scofield as Sir Thomas More bids goodbye to his family from his prison cell. That memorey would always bring the tears instantly. Scofield was much like More in that he distrusted worldly honors and preferred work and the joy of his family. He prefered village life to the chaos of the city and chose love over acclaim. I recommend all of his other film work, especially his role as Van Doren Sr. in director Robert Redford's film Quiz Show. How I miss Paul Scofield. How the stage and screen miss him. Who can take his place?
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! The scene you are referring to always makes me feel emotional and Diana Dors said in an interview it was one of her favourite films and also brought tears to her eyes each time she watch it! I’m sure there must be someone but I can’t think of any actor today who has the talent and integrity of Paul Scofield! Xx
Enjoyed this piece on Scofield. Thank you. I agree with you about A Man for All Seasons being his best film but was surprised there was no mention of his riveting performance as the art obsessed German officer in John Frankenheimer's The Train (1964). Talking of trains, I once walked past Mr Scofield when he was hard at work reading a script in a first class carriage on a train to London from Sussex. I only just managed to leave him in peace as the temptation to thank him was very strong.
My pleasure! Thank you so much for your comment and for watching! I'm so envious that you saw him on the train! Oh my word I'd have been beside myself with excitement but like you I would have left him in peace - while pinching myself to make sure I wasn't dreaming! x
I didn't expect a reply. Thank you. It may amuse you to know that for the first ten years of my working life I too was an actor. My face was too young to play the parts I would have liked to and so I eventually left. I worked under my real name (Richard Reeves), one of five in IMDB! If you put the four words Diana Rigg Entrance Fee into You Tube you'll get the idea. By the way, did you ever see The Train? The character exchanges betwwen messrs Scofield and Lancaster are mesmerising. Best Wishes, Rick Reeves. @@BeautifulBadandBizarre
I agree about The Train. He was magnificent.
His performance in the film adaptation of A Man For All Seasons is, in my opinion, one of finest ever. The moment his wife says she fears she may hate him for his decision you can literally see his heart shatter and for a brief moment life itself almost leaves him. I admit, I cry every time I watch that scene. Incredible.
Thank you so much for your comment xx I also share your admiration for Paul Scofield. His performance in A Man For All Seasons is one of my all-time favourites. That scene where his wife expresses her fear of hating him is incredibly powerful. You can literally see his heart shatter, and for a brief moment, it's like life itself almost leaves him. I admit, I cry every time I watch that scene too and knowing it was one of Diana Dors's all time favourites makes it resonate even more with me! It's truly incredible. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts! xxxx
He was incredible in A Man for All Seasons, and I can hear his voice whenever I read the screenplay.
Such a brilliant film! One of my favourites xx Paul was such a talented actor xx
I'm so glad I found this channel. I had known nothing of Paul Scofield's life, only his magnificent performance in A Man for All Seasons. You bring such class and dignity to your videos. You're an outstanding discovery for me.
Thank you for watching and your kind words. Apologies for not replying sooner.
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre you're welcome, indeed!
Well done on a beautiful remembrance ❤
Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️
He had a significant role in Quiz Show as the van Doren patriarch . Superb film BTW .
I’ve heard about Quiz Show but I’ve not seen it yet - I need to add that to my ever growing ‘to watch’ list ❤️
Yes, he was brilliant in that role.
Martin Chuzzlewit is one of the best tv series of all time. Why it’s never been repeated on the BBC is beyond me.
I’m always surprised when such iconic and famous people have graves that are overgrown or not well kept.
Paul Schofield was a remarkable actor and a remarkable man. R.I.P. 🙏
I agree - although for me A Man For All Seasons is his most iconic work - because it really fed my love for Tudor history! He was mesmerising as Thomas More - he brought history to life! ❤️❤️❤️ thank you so much for your comment and for watching 🌹
Hi Shar, I loved this video, (surprise! I love all your videos on here and posts on IG), brilliant that Paul’s first role was playing Juliette! He was a true Gentleman and how beautiful that he and his wife were together for 65 years, that is very rare. You have to admire a couple who shunned the red carpet treatment and turned down knighthoods, who realised how fake everything was and were happy to be homebodies, just like our Diana Dors. I love how you always mention her in your videos, some connection you tell us about. My favourite film out of those mentioned is Carve Her Name With Pride, A Man For All Seasons comes a close second.
Thank you so much!!!!! I can’t help mentioning our Dors 🤭❤️ she knew and/or worked with practically everyone who was anyone! I agree with you entirely - it was wonderful that Paul Schofield could do the job he loved and not let it go to his head and to keep his family at the forefront of his mind at all times - wanting what was best for them all - he did go to one after show party in the early days with Joy - and they both hated it - and he vowed never to do it again! I love Carve Her Name with Pride but for me it’s Sir Thomas More that wins no 1 spot - because as a child I fell in love with history and particularly Tudor History so A Man For All Seasons - played so astonishingly well was absolute heaven to me! ❤️
‘Resting’ 🤭 I’d forgotten about that terminology 🤣 you’ve started my morning with a smile thank you! Paul Scofield from what I understand was indeed very down to earth and quite sensible about the whole thing! Loving the job but not living the job I’d say!
🤣🤣🤣 I love Dame Judi! 🤭
I love all your step back in time videos. I want to watch these Actors and be as enthusiastic as you. Thank you for widening my horizons 🦋
Thank you Susan! I’m a bit obsessed 🤭 I always have been - I absolutely love and adore the people I feature - this is my happy place! Thank you for watching and coming on the journey with me! ❤️🌹
I saw Mel Gibson's Hamlet in a movie theater when I was a kid and didn't know who Scofield was but his performance had a real impact on me. I didn't know what a legend he was but he was the part I most remember.
Thank you for sharing that memory! Paul Scofield's portrayal of the Ghost in Mel Gibson's Hamlet is indeed unforgettable. His powerful presence and performance left a lasting impression on many viewers, even those who might not have been familiar with his legendary status at the time. It's amazing how certain performances can resonate with us and stay with us over the years. Scofield's talent truly shines through in that role. xxxx
A wonderful video big thank you ma'am!
My pleasure! Thank you for your lovely comment xxxx
Moving tribute, thanks for putting this on utube.
I have a few films with Paul Scofield , Bartleby ,1972 and The Train. 1965 Excellent actor !
Thank you so much! I think Paul Schofield was such an amazing and talented actor ❤️
Lovely piece, as always. Thank you. If you haven't already, you must watch the three minute clip on You Tube of Scofield as Salieri in Amadeus. Salieri's realisation, that compared to Mozart he will always be second rate is just played to perfection. Heartbreakingly brilliant. He was truly great. Thanks again.
I will check that out thank you! I hadn't watched it! Thank you so much for your lovely comment, I do appreciate you watching and I will go in search of said clip!!!! Thank you again! xxxxx
Another great video ..Thank you
Thank you for watching and your lovely comment ♥
Great bio. I think it's a better way to remember him.
Thank you so much!
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre it was my dream to visit the UK and pay respects to his tomb, but I just couldn't find the courage to travel far out of London by myself
@@Dizinii it’s in a very pretty part of the countryside!
Beautiful tribute, thank you. I saw The Crucible for the first time on talking pictures the other day and he is mesmerising in it. A personal favourite performance is the Audio version of Private Lives with Patricia Routledge - two unique voices together! ❤
Thank you so much for your lovely comment - The Crucible is brilliant I’m a massive fan of Arthur Miller’s work - After The Fall was the theme of my uni dissertation - absolutely fascinating! I agree about Patricia Routledge too - a unique voice although I haven’t heard Private Lives - I need to look out for that - thank you! ❤️
New sub.. love these videos. Thankyou for your sensitive approach towards this subject but also a good description of the video subject. Some I'd never heard of so it's really interesting. Thankyou!
My absolute pleasure! Thank you for watching! I’m glad you enjoyed the video - I think these are amazing people and love visiting and remembering their lives - your comment is a fabulous start to the day I really appreciate it! Thank you for subscribing too!
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre honestly it's so interesting, your narration is welcomed and I'm enjoying coming along the trip with you. Thankyou :)
That’s wonderful thank you! Just finished filming for an upcoming video and it’s been really emotional - I’m so looking forward to uploading - your comment set me off on a really good start to the day! Thank you x
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre anytime! Credit where it is due. I spent the morning catching up on your back catalogue! Looking forward to seeing the new one x
Thank you! ❤️
Hello again,Shar; just looking at your Paul Scofield video...I never knew he was a Sussex boy; most of my family are from Sussex,as my name attests.
And I was in "A Man For All Seasons" in October
2008
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I’m glad you found the Paul Scofield video interesting. It’s always fascinating to learn about the roots of the people we admire, especially when they’re connected to places with personal significance to us. Sussex is beautiful! How exciting that you were in "A Man for All Seasons"-what a wonderful experience that must have been! Thanks for sharing! xxxxx
@@BeautifulBadandBizarreThanks for that; I would have enjoyed it more had not my mother died 2 weeks before curtain up 💔
PS I was 😈 Richard Rich.
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An actor of quality experience in drama
He certainly was! ❤️
Please keep motivated your doing a great job 👍🌹
Thank you so much!!!! I’ve had a hectic December - wasn’t expecting it to be this busy but I’m really looking forward to getting out and about in the New Year again and back to uploading weekly videos - I’ve got another one of my favourites currently in production for the New Year! ❤️❤️❤️ I truly appreciate your support for the channel! Thank you xxxx
Paul Schofield also appeared in the original stage production of the musical " Expresso Bongo " which I saw back in the 60s.
Oh wow! You actually saw him acting on stage? That must have been incredible! What a memory to have!
I have to admit, when I saw the name I sisnt know who the gentleman was, but as I was watching your bio of him I found myself recognising him and for the films I haven't seen, you have inspired me to look them out.
Thanks for another great video x
Thank you so much! If you haven’t seen A Man For All Season’s I’d totally recommend it! It’s a real epic and I love every minute of it! I love Anna Karenina too - which is unusual for me because Im crazy about the book and films rarely live up to the book - but it’s so good! Xxx
Hey luv great actor love all of the old stuff x
Me too! Paul Scofield was brilliant - not many actors today who I could imagine playing Sir Thomas More so convincingly!
Enjoyed the video! PS is one of my all-time fave rave actors. Any idea where I can get a copy of "Nineteen Nineteen" (1985), starring PS? It tells the story of 2 of Freud's original patients getting together to discuss their therapy in later years. (It's supposed to be enthralling!) Thank You!
Hi - Thank you! No!!! I’ve been looking for that film too! I’ve sometimes been able to get rare copies on dvd of various films - but I’ve not seen that one available on the lists! I’d love to hear if you track it down - I love Frank Finlay too and I believe he is the voice of Freud - Good luck with your search!
Hi char...you truly are a beautiful shunning star one our universe .....So so wish all the relations understand what you do. as they may have forgotten...love ya x
Thank you!
Rest in peace
Good job 👏
Thank you!
Another wonderful video thank you! What a lovely couple and so good to see that they both lived to a good old age. at 6.13 the gravestone just states their names, is that on the back of the stone? cant wait for the next one please
Yes that’s the back of the stone ❤️ You can see the front of the stone just after - there is a lovely epitaph for both of them on the front xxx I’ve been having a long birthday 🤭 and I’ve got a big family event at the weekend but I’ve got some fab videos coming up that I hope you’ll enjoy! ❤️
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre cant wait. Yes I saw the epitaph bit. Its unusual to have their names on the back though too isnt it.
It is! They were a real love story! ❤️
Same as yours, A Man for All Seasons.
It’s such an excellent film - it truly brings history to life! ❤️
I've been a super fan of Paul Scofield since watching a Man for all seasons at aged 7, now 50 years later he is still astonishing on screen and I have many of pauls personal letters which give a deep understanding of him.
I also have a book that belonged to him which was a gift from joy his wife, it has an inscription from her to him on the inside cover, it's my most treasured item I own .
What a wonderful and personal connection you have with Paul Scofield’s work! He was truly such a talented and professional actor and it's not surprising his performances have stayed with you for so many years. I love watching him in films, particularly A Man For All Seasons. The letters and book you have are truly special treasures. Thank you for sharing your experiences and insights-Paul Scofield’s legacy continues to inspire and move many of us xxxx
I wonder why Paul Scofield didn't do more films?
I think - aside from his wife and family - the stage was his first love! He put a great deal of his life into live performances and I from what I've read that's what he enjoyed the most - and of course he was a family man first and foremost - and wasn't interested in the fluff that went on around making films xx
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Toe defect. That's novel.
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I haven't had the pleasure of seeing all of Paul Scofield's performances but I have to say A Man for All Seasons is a flawless portrayal of a man's dignity and resolution in the face of a murderous King Henry VIII. A well deserved Oscar for just one of a multitude of great performances in that film including that of John Hurt.