Orson Welles and Peter Ustinov, two geniuses, the likes of who will rarely come our way again. Stephen Fry is a latter day distant second. I can listen to them all day into the night.
what makes Sir Peter Ustinov so extraordinary, is that he can explain the most complicated things in the most simple ways...the mind of an intellectual and the logic of a child
Thank you ever so much. Ustinov was born 100 years ago tomorrow and I'm doing a little article on Good News Network, and this is the perfect video to go with it!
It brings to mind, the commonly asked question:"Who would you invite to a dinner party?" Wouldn`t it have been great to have such a wonderful gentleman as Ustinov as a guest? The problem being... there would be so little time in which to listen only to him and no-one else.
@@tonewheel1773 That's a problem? Maybe in the sense that there's never enough time to take in the wealth of such a person's character. Truman Capote had that gift! He could spin yarns until mountains turned to hills... and you never noticed the clock on the wall. >^.^
@@MickPsyphon I don`t disagree. In a round about way, you have summed up my exact sentiment to a tee. With regards to Truman Capote... he held an audience in the palm of his hand and enjoyed that capability immensely.
@@tonewheel1773 Truman thoroughly enjoyed playing the role of "Puck" at parties. Btw, if you enjoy biographies, I highly recommend _'Capote,'_ by Gerald Clarke (probably the most authoritative), as well as George Plimpton's book, _'Truman Capote,'_ which is more of a companion style book than a biography. Plimpton describes it on the cover in an almost subtitular style as, _"In Which Various Friends, Enemies, Acquaintences and Detractors Recall His Turbulent Career."_
@@MickPsyphon Many thanks. I am indebted to you. I will endeavor to procure a copy, as biographies and autobiographies are my passion. Thank God there are still people like yourself, who actually read books and don`t rely solely on videos to form their ill-informed opinions.
I found out about this interview after I listened to the audio-book Little Prince read by him. His words are so insightful, beautiful, and enlightening. I love it and want to listen to more speeches of wisdom like this. Thanks a lot for sharing.
After listening to this unforgettable interview I would like to recommend Peter Ustinov's book "Achtung Vorurteile" badly. As a matter of fact, he is a philosopher. In the best way. Because he is absolute free of pretentiousness. Even when he plays with his understatement. It is charming. His English is predestinated to learn this language. May be native speakers can upgrade their knowledge. But what is much more important we come to know the questions about tolerance, happiness and - in general - what is supposed to be really important in the live of a human being. This very spezial, very individual kind of wisdom has something what put someone’s mind at ease. The best thing is, Peter Ustinov was not ambitioned to be a role model. But he still is. For me.
Indeed. Bought it nearly 15 years ago and read it in one go. Then I gave it away as a present to a dear friend. To spread the word. :) Unfortunately no translated for those who don't speak German, I think.
Perfection ...the issue is to define what is "perfect" before you seek it. My father was in genetics, i asked "can you make a perfect horse?" and he said "sure, if you can tell me what characteristics make a horse perfect"
I'd just finished university, and did not have a job yet, when he was on stage in Hamburg with "One Man Show". There were cheap seats (only to listen - you could not see him from there). But I bought an expensive ticket, 4th row, and: Twenty years later I' m still very happy about my decision - wonderful !
My name Patrick Seamus Liam O'Flattery. I'm no one of important except I held the title of King of Ireland. In the year1671, the day I shall never forget. While walking through the field named "Cullabone," at the corner of my right eye, I saw a little man 2 foot tall. I grabbed his coat tail, and suddenly found myself deep deep inside the earth that smelled of wild flower's you only rearly come across in fields with long grass. "You shouldn't have done that, Mr O'Flattery," he said gazing down at me sprawell across the mud floor. There were hundreds if not thousands of little people with their mouths opened, sticking their tiny heads out of walls. "Please," I said, "let me go, Im sorry, please I won't tell anybody what I saw here. Let me go home, to my family." They looked at one another, heads wagged. They group putting their big heads together. Then they chatted, and chatted, suddenly turned to me. I could see they had come to an agreement. Then i found myself lying under a tree in the field of "Cullabone," where I never notice one there before. Believe it or not.
10:32 I was just thinking about this yesterday. Except I was thinking along the lines of, "At this point, if the United States went to war with another country that could put up even half a fight, it would bankrupt itself if it had to replace serious losses in equipment/had to ramp up production."
I wonder if the great Maldivian poet Sir Peter was struggling to remember, was perhaps Addu Bandeyri Hasan Manikufaan? It may well have been Assayyidhu Bodufenvalhugey Seedhee, Edhuru Umaru Maafaiy Kaleygefaanu or even Mohamed Amin . We may never know. 😶
I have always enjoyed the many talents of Peter Ustinov, it's a pleasure to just listen to his perfect English. I am sad to hear his statements regarding God and lack of faith in God. I'm sure he knew Psalms 111:10. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts have good understanding. To Him belongs eternal praise. I hope Peter accepted Jesus Christ before his death. Good works don't get you into heaven only faith in what Jesus did for everyone on the cross
Unfortunately the factual and story of the Christ is, an entire fabrication of a group of clever Jewish scribes who sought to repackage and popularise the Judaic religion. So, you cannot "accept" a personality as a kind of cult figure. The principle of the Christ (it's a term not a surname) would be horrified by the coercive behaviour of Christians, ESPECIALLY evangelists.
He did NOT have a lack of faith in God, obviously. He had a lack of faith in organized religion. His lack of faith is admirable and honest. Obviously he wouldn't "accept Jesus Christ" since Jesus wasn't really the "son of God" or anything special. The entire biblical lore about jesus, as everyone knows, was taken from religions that existed before the myth of "jesus". The things the fictional character of jesus said, the fictional story of the birth of jesus were taken straight from Mithraism (virgin birth, wise men following a star, etc). It's a shame that people in this age still believe in useless fairytales as if they are real. SMH
@@kugelweg That’s the weakest argument against Jesus I’ve heard in a while. The Bible says the natural man resists the things of God, and your being intellectually lazy my friend. You are parroting stuff you’ve heard and not what you’ve researched. There are a lot of good books such as Evidence for Jesus that you should read before making a conclusion. Scientists from Isaac Newton to Werner von Braun were born again Christians and they weren’t intellectual light weights. It will be worth your while to read some material that was written by men who searched and found that Jesus was real and God in the flesh. God bless you my friend
I`m curious as to why you`re laughing. Is it because you don`t understand Mr Ustinov`s point of view or that you are nervous because he totally leaves you behind with his intellect? Whatever your thoughts, he spoke several languages, was an actor, writer, and filmmaker. Durham University changed the name of its Graduate Society to Ustinov College in honour of the significant contributions Ustinov had made as chancellor of the university. He spoke at least eight languages and had thought processes greater than those of the average human being. So... I ask you... why do you laugh?
F'Hajjitna il-hin kollu nitghalmu , L-ewwel lezzjoni min ghand il-genituri taghna, u min ghand dawk lollha li niltaqaw ghahom f'hajjietna ,, imma x'taghliemna min ghand, Missier L-ghorrief , Sidna Gesu Kristu ? Jien taghliemt hafna.!!!! U minn qed jaqra dal-messag , X'taghlem ?
I think Ustinov is so fun to listen to and would have been an engaging fellow to interview. However, I feel like many of his answers here are rather overwrought and desperate. Especially this: "I think all the questions are there already. I think we are only waiting for an answer. I hope we never get an answer." That is NOT an answer to the question. THAT is Ustinov trying to be clever with his word choices while he pretends he is saying something useful and profound.
what makes Sir Peter Ustinov so extraordinary, is that he can explain the most complicated things in the most simple ways...the mind of an intellectual and the logic of a child
What an absolute Jewel was he. Could listen to him all day and still be in his intellect and humor. Bless him!!
Orson Welles and Peter Ustinov, two geniuses, the likes of who will rarely come our way again. Stephen Fry is a latter day distant second. I can listen to them all day into the night.
what makes Sir Peter Ustinov so extraordinary, is that he can explain the most complicated things in the most simple ways...the mind of an intellectual and the logic of a child
In verità
Thank you ever so much. Ustinov was born 100 years ago tomorrow and I'm doing a little article on Good News Network, and this is the perfect video to go with it!
If I could turn back the clock, Peter is one of many I would dearly love to spend hours conversing with.
It brings to mind, the commonly asked question:"Who would you invite to a dinner party?" Wouldn`t it have been great to have such a wonderful gentleman as Ustinov as a guest? The problem being... there would be so little time in which to listen only to him and no-one else.
@@tonewheel1773
That's a problem? Maybe in the sense that there's never enough time to take in the wealth of such a person's character. Truman Capote had that gift! He could spin yarns until mountains turned to hills... and you never noticed the clock on the wall.
>^.^
@@MickPsyphon I don`t disagree. In a round about way, you have summed up my exact sentiment to a tee. With regards to Truman Capote... he held an audience in the palm of his hand and enjoyed that capability immensely.
@@tonewheel1773
Truman thoroughly enjoyed playing the role of "Puck" at parties.
Btw, if you enjoy biographies, I highly recommend _'Capote,'_ by Gerald Clarke (probably the most authoritative), as well as George Plimpton's book, _'Truman Capote,'_ which is more of a companion style book than a biography. Plimpton describes it on the cover in an almost subtitular style as, _"In Which Various Friends, Enemies, Acquaintences and Detractors Recall His Turbulent Career."_
@@MickPsyphon Many thanks. I am indebted to you. I will endeavor to procure a copy, as biographies and autobiographies are my passion. Thank God there are still people like yourself, who actually read books and don`t rely solely on videos to form their ill-informed opinions.
What a great man with great wisdom. Honest to the bone without resentiments about his reputation. One of the saviours of the world.
One of the greatest people ever lived!
Yes.
I found out about this interview after I listened to the audio-book Little Prince read by him. His words are so insightful, beautiful, and enlightening. I love it and want to listen to more speeches of wisdom like this. Thanks a lot for sharing.
Great great man . He was the world by him self. Loved him . He will alway be present !
I don’t know why but I’ve always liked Peter Ustinov. He just seems the epitome of an English Gentleman who also possesses a razor sharp wit.
A wise man, better than a philosopher !
After listening to this unforgettable interview I would like to
recommend Peter Ustinov's book "Achtung Vorurteile" badly. As a
matter of fact, he is a philosopher. In the best way. Because he is absolute
free of pretentiousness. Even when he plays with his understatement. It is
charming. His English is predestinated to learn this language. May be native
speakers can upgrade their knowledge.
But what is much more important we come to know the
questions about tolerance, happiness and - in general - what is supposed to be
really important in the live of a human being.
This very spezial, very individual kind of wisdom has something what put
someone’s mind at ease. The best thing is, Peter Ustinov was not ambitioned to
be a role model. But he still is. For me.
Indeed. Bought it nearly 15 years ago and read it in one go. Then I gave it away as a present to a dear friend. To spread the word. :) Unfortunately no translated for those who don't speak German, I think.
Oh my...just to be in the same room with him. He was so delightful. Incredibly wise. The world needs to listen to this.
Today Commemorates Peter Ustinov's 100th Birthday
Being multi national in origin is not a bad thing! Peter is one of the best examples! It was a pleasure to know him, as long as we did!
I thought he was born in London.
Perfection ...the issue is to define what is "perfect" before you seek it.
My father was in genetics, i asked "can you make a perfect horse?" and he said "sure, if you can tell me what characteristics make a horse perfect"
We need him in the world NOW!
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Wonderful man!
Was front row and about 6' from him all night for his one man show in 2000. A cherished memory, they don't make them like him anymore.
I'd just finished university, and did not have a job yet, when he was on stage in Hamburg with "One Man Show". There were cheap seats (only to listen - you could not see him from there). But I bought an expensive ticket, 4th row, and: Twenty years later I' m still very happy about my decision - wonderful !
So love that man
We simply don’t have men of his caliber any longer. It’s such a shame.
Happiness depends on what happens but joy is divine.
Dr Snuggles, friend of the animal world ... he's the voice of my chidhood :)
Humour, charme, wisdom.... Adorable
Love this man
Too late now, but imagine a dialogue between Ustinov and Welles, moderated by Cavett.
Mistrz
A MOUNTAIN OF A MAN...I LEARNED A LOT HERE.
Gigantic Person!!!!!
My name Patrick Seamus Liam O'Flattery. I'm no one of important except I held the title of King of Ireland. In the year1671, the day I shall never forget. While walking through the field named "Cullabone," at the corner of my right eye, I saw a little man 2 foot tall. I grabbed his coat tail, and suddenly found myself deep deep inside the earth that smelled of wild flower's you only rearly come across in fields with long grass. "You shouldn't have done that, Mr O'Flattery," he said gazing down at me sprawell across the mud floor. There were hundreds if not thousands of little people with their mouths opened, sticking their tiny heads out of walls. "Please," I said, "let me go, Im sorry, please I won't tell anybody what I saw here. Let me go home, to my family." They looked at one another, heads wagged. They group putting their big heads together. Then they chatted, and chatted, suddenly turned to me. I could see they had come to an agreement. Then i found myself lying under a tree in the field of "Cullabone," where I never notice one there before. Believe it or not.
Peter Cushing said previously, many years before, the difference between solitude and loneliness.
10:32 I was just thinking about this yesterday. Except I was thinking along the lines of, "At this point, if the United States went to war with another country that could put up even half a fight, it would bankrupt itself if it had to replace serious losses in equipment/had to ramp up production."
Imagine being the guy flying that plane not knowing that Peter Ustinov is below you trying to talk over your engine for an interview.
I wonder if the great Maldivian poet Sir Peter was struggling to remember, was perhaps Addu Bandeyri Hasan Manikufaan? It may well have been Assayyidhu Bodufenvalhugey Seedhee, Edhuru Umaru Maafaiy Kaleygefaanu or even Mohamed Amin . We may never know. 😶
WHAT PROGRAM IS THIS AND WHAT WAS THIS INTERVIEW DONE IN? THANK YOU.
when was this made ?
There is also the pragmatist.
Apart from that I’ve really done very little
Almásy please teach me the nature of nature
I feel like it was fait for me to find this video,
I have always enjoyed the many talents of Peter Ustinov, it's a pleasure to just listen to his perfect English. I am sad to hear his statements regarding God and lack of faith in God. I'm sure he knew Psalms 111:10. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts have good understanding. To Him belongs eternal praise. I hope Peter accepted Jesus Christ before his death. Good works don't get you into heaven only faith in what Jesus did for everyone on the cross
Unfortunately the factual and story of the Christ is, an entire fabrication of a group of clever Jewish scribes who sought to repackage and popularise the Judaic religion. So, you cannot "accept" a personality as a kind of cult figure. The principle of the Christ (it's a term not a surname) would be horrified by the coercive behaviour of Christians, ESPECIALLY evangelists.
He did NOT have a lack of faith in God, obviously. He had a lack of faith in organized religion. His lack of faith is admirable and honest. Obviously he wouldn't "accept Jesus Christ" since Jesus wasn't really the "son of God" or anything special. The entire biblical lore about jesus, as everyone knows, was taken from religions that existed before the myth of "jesus". The things the fictional character of jesus said, the fictional story of the birth of jesus were taken straight from Mithraism (virgin birth, wise men following a star, etc). It's a shame that people in this age still believe in useless fairytales as if they are real. SMH
@@kugelweg That’s the weakest argument against Jesus I’ve heard in a while. The Bible says the natural man resists the things of God, and your being intellectually lazy my friend. You are parroting stuff you’ve heard and not what you’ve researched. There are a lot of good books such as Evidence for Jesus that you should read before making a conclusion. Scientists from Isaac Newton to Werner von Braun were born again Christians and they weren’t intellectual light weights. It will be worth your while to read some material that was written by men who searched and found that Jesus was real and God in the flesh. God bless you my friend
16:49 Mihai Eminescu
Lol!!!!
I`m curious as to why you`re laughing. Is it because you don`t understand Mr Ustinov`s point of view or that you are nervous because he totally leaves you behind with his intellect? Whatever your thoughts, he spoke several languages, was an actor, writer, and filmmaker. Durham University changed the name of its Graduate Society to Ustinov College in honour of the significant contributions Ustinov had made as chancellor of the university. He spoke at least eight languages and had thought processes greater than those of the average human being. So... I ask you... why do you laugh?
F'Hajjitna il-hin kollu nitghalmu , L-ewwel lezzjoni min ghand il-genituri taghna, u min ghand dawk lollha li niltaqaw ghahom f'hajjietna ,, imma x'taghliemna min ghand, Missier L-ghorrief , Sidna Gesu Kristu ? Jien taghliemt hafna.!!!! U minn qed jaqra dal-messag , X'taghlem ?
Hi pete buy American!
You don't seem to have learned from Dostoevsky, Ustinov.
I think Ustinov is so fun to listen to and would have been an engaging fellow to interview. However, I feel like many of his answers here are rather overwrought and desperate.
Especially this:
"I think all the questions are there already. I think we are only waiting for an answer. I hope we never get an answer."
That is NOT an answer to the question. THAT is Ustinov trying to be clever with his word choices while he pretends he is saying something useful and profound.
what makes Sir Peter Ustinov so extraordinary, is that he can explain the most complicated things in the most simple ways...the mind of an intellectual and the logic of a child