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  • Опубликовано: 7 май 2024
  • Paul Dano breaks down a few of his most iconic characters from 'The Batman,' 'Little Miss Sunshine,' 'There Will Be Blood,' 'Swiss Army Man,' 'Love & Mercy,' 'Okja,' 'Knight and Day,' 'Escape at Dannemora,' 'The Fabelmans,' 'Ruby Sparks' and 'Prisoners.'
    00:00 Intro
    00:14 The Batman
    02:20 Little Miss Sunshine
    05:08 There Will Be Blood
    07:40 Swiss Army Man
    09:38 Love & Mercy
    12:00 Okja
    13:45 Knight and Day
    15:07 Escape at Dannemora
    16:31 The Fabelmans
    17:46 Ruby Sparks
    19:23 Prisoners
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  • @Kevin-mm8go
    @Kevin-mm8go Год назад +11603

    "I'm Paul Dano and I'm being forced to talk about myself" 😂😂 what a legend

    • @jaughnekow
      @jaughnekow Год назад +390

      The introverts are pleased 😂😂😂.

    • @Missjunebugfreak
      @Missjunebugfreak Год назад +209

      Introvert energy in a nutshell 👌🏽

    • @shamusbob7969
      @shamusbob7969 Год назад +69

      Classic Paul Dano

    • @Micah_S_0x4D
      @Micah_S_0x4D Год назад +53

      Also, apparently it's "Dane-o" and not "Dan-o" (as I've always heard it).

    • @michaelclausen1135
      @michaelclausen1135 Год назад +14

      Well he is being paid, so it's a bit silly of a thing to say. But I still like the joke.

  • @mugable
    @mugable Год назад +8222

    I think Paul Dano is a tremendously underappreciated actor. You can tell he really enjoys and respects the art of acting.

    • @34LOLWTF
      @34LOLWTF Год назад +76

      @@DaveDuncanMusic There is no comparison to be made. Restructure your perception.

    • @justuspearson4970
      @justuspearson4970 Год назад +31

      He is not underrated 💀

    • @stephenjamesborland
      @stephenjamesborland Год назад +78

      @@DaveDuncanMusic Chris Pratt is the likeable action/comedy 'blockbuster actor' always playing the same guy. Whereas Paul Dano is someone I would actually call a 'proper art actor' who plays different roles and characters. Whether you rate Paul Dano or not, he's nothing like Chris Pratt.

    • @dicksinyurassfosho19
      @dicksinyurassfosho19 Год назад +57

      @@DaveDuncanMusic they aren’t even the same type of actor, Paul Dano is legit. He’s not like a movie star- he’s a legit actor.

    • @dicksinyurassfosho19
      @dicksinyurassfosho19 Год назад +31

      If you know anything about cinephiles and movie critics you’d know he is lauded, praised and considered one of the best actors of his generation. Not underrated because he deserves all the praise he gets.

  • @Lark1610
    @Lark1610 Год назад +830

    When you act in the same scene as Daniel Day-Lewis and people remember you were in that scene, you are doing something right. He went toe to toe with DDL in every scene and that speaks volumes. Amazing actor, one of the best of his generation.

    • @hollynightingale7975
      @hollynightingale7975 9 месяцев назад +9

      Totally agree ❤

    • @MB-qg5vd
      @MB-qg5vd 6 месяцев назад +12

      Spot on comment, Paul Dano doesn't get the recognition he DESERVE

    • @user-yr6se5xj9i
      @user-yr6se5xj9i 4 месяца назад +4

      Yes he's great in TWBB and he certainly holds his own. Wonderful actor.

    • @jupitereye4322
      @jupitereye4322 4 месяца назад +9

      Unfortunately, when I saw There Will be Blood for the fist time, and I really didn't know anything about it at all, what I've notice emediately that Paul Dano was outclassed in every sense. I was annoyed by him, not as a character but as a screen presence. It looked off, I was wondering "why this guy", but over time I grew to like him and precisely because he is so off, his character fits that particular idea of a fake clergymen. It is that striking difference that reflects the hard core capitalism and hard core perversion of religion. It is very "meta" in that sense. Where I think Paul shined is the Looper for some reason. He is definitely memorable actor and now I actually want to see him more on screen because he is quirky and original, I think. I am not blown away with his performance like I was with Daniel Day Lewis, that was incomparable to anything else in cinema, but Paul adds something, its like a dish that has that one spice, it doesn't make the dish but without it it would be very different overall impression.

    • @oldthug2309
      @oldthug2309 14 дней назад

      the about incredible actors like Day-Lewis is that it makes the other actors/actresses jobs much easier; its easy to fall into character when your cast mates are so convincing with their performances

  • @joshuagregoire9504
    @joshuagregoire9504 Год назад +2956

    Prisoners one of the best movies ever. Paul Dano a modern acting legend 🙌🏿

    • @ericmsandoval
      @ericmsandoval Год назад +49

      One of the absolute BEST endings ever too!!

    • @williamdillard5060
      @williamdillard5060 Год назад +11

      @@ericmsandoval do you think anyone ever heard that whistle?

    • @imjay5455
      @imjay5455 Год назад +13

      @@williamdillard5060 i’m sure they find his body either way let’s be honest

    • @gidlimbu1180
      @gidlimbu1180 Год назад +22

      @@williamdillard5060he director confirmed that he was found. I was too curious I had to check lol

    • @princessbuttercup5928
      @princessbuttercup5928 Год назад +21

      @@williamdillard5060 Loki has solved every case, I like to think he solved this one too

  • @VAVORiAL
    @VAVORiAL Год назад +6482

    Imagine starring in a movie with Daniel Day Lewis and not embarrassing yourself in comparison. Legendary performance in There Will Be Blood.

    • @bobbyologun1517
      @bobbyologun1517 Год назад +164

      on two day notice!

    • @murray9807
      @murray9807 Год назад +41

      I'd say most actors who have been in a movie with him have at least been competent.

    • @darricktv9857
      @darricktv9857 Год назад +3

      Who?

    • @IsSarahPi
      @IsSarahPi Год назад +82

      freaks my nut he was only about 22 when they filmed TWBB

    • @knickknackpattywack
      @knickknackpattywack Год назад +67

      GET OOOUT OF HERE GHOST

  • @RenegadeInstruments
    @RenegadeInstruments Год назад +983

    Paul Dano is a generational talent who is getting picked for the hardest roles. Not the shiniest always, but always the hardest. That tells a lot.

    • @Lark1610
      @Lark1610 Год назад +40

      He often picks characters who are hard to like or love and gives them justice every single time. Imagine being only 22 nad keeping up with Daniel Day-Lewis in one of his best performances ever. So talented and so passionate about his craft, I have nothing but admiration for Paul Dano.

  • @Arandombug
    @Arandombug Год назад +1206

    Ever since “Little Miss Sunshine” he has been one of my favorite actors, I can always feel his passion in the roles he plays.

    • @schooler55
      @schooler55 Год назад +19

      Dude same!!! I loved his part in that movie. Brilliant movie, overall.

    • @crystaldawn2708
      @crystaldawn2708 Год назад +6

      Amen!

    • @oneleafaday348
      @oneleafaday348 Год назад +4

      Same

    • @spimbles
      @spimbles 10 месяцев назад +8

      that movie is too much for me lol saw it once and never wanna see it again. not because its bad or anything, i just relate to the characters on such a level that i just couldnt stop crying throughout most of it. such a criminally underrated film that everyone should bawl their eyes out to at least one time

    • @doncicci9608
      @doncicci9608 3 месяца назад +1

      Ikr? Little Miss was the first time I saw him and I was fascinated by Paul Dano ever since.

  • @CeeJayDee94
    @CeeJayDee94 Год назад +1045

    Criminally underrated actor! He deserves more complex, well written roles!

    • @cynomyS
      @cynomyS Год назад +27

      There it is, the “underrated” post

    • @kevinconway2965
      @kevinconway2965 Год назад +18

      How is he underrated? He's widely regarded as an incredible character actor. Just because he's not in 200 million dollar superhero movies, doesn't mean he's underrated. Did you ever think he chooses these smaller niche roles?

    • @jerrygonzalez5296
      @jerrygonzalez5296 Год назад +4

      Underrated? He's played some awesome roles... in fact, some of the best roles in recent years.

    • @reutermo
      @reutermo Год назад +4

      @@kevinconway2965 you mean 200 million super hero movies like "The Batman" which he is in?

    • @Andrew-rd9zq
      @Andrew-rd9zq Год назад +4

      @@reutermo That was his twin brother Raul Dano

  • @Threnody248
    @Threnody248 Год назад +1890

    People who can play deeply unsettling yet strikingly fragile characters have always been some of the most fun to watch, and Dano is definitely on that list.

    • @Walter__Clements
      @Walter__Clements Год назад +11

      Perfect way to put it

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino Год назад +6

      Great way to put that! I'm gonna remember this for when I write

    • @mtrancee
      @mtrancee Год назад +2

      Can someone say some other actors who do this type of characters?? i'd like to watch more films like that 💗

    • @kittyykatie
      @kittyykatie Год назад +1

      good point

    • @Threnody248
      @Threnody248 Год назад +2

      @@mtrancee Željko Ivanek pulls it off pretty well I think. He doesn't always play roles where this dichotomy comes to mind, but they're always very captivating.

  • @feelflows
    @feelflows Год назад +2811

    One of the things I find really interesting about Paul is how carefully he curates his roles. He always seems to pick movies that are both really interesting and provides him a new challenge as an actor. I’m also so glad he’s getting more mainstream attention post Batman, he’s such a talented actor and criminally underrated!

    • @chriswright4677
      @chriswright4677 Год назад +11

      Tasha W. Who the heck is “underrating” him?! He’s worked with Villeneuve and PTA!

    • @paulshaw9953
      @paulshaw9953 Год назад +49

      @@chriswright4677 casual movie fans I'd say, hence Tasha's choice to use "mainstream attention"
      People will tell you their favourite actors are the likes of Dicaprio or Cruise etc, no one ever really says Dano unless they are real cinophiles

    • @feelflows
      @feelflows Год назад +16

      @@chriswright4677 You’re right to an extent, but Paul’s mostly done indie movies and played supporting roles pre Batman (with a couple of small roles in larger movies) so the majority of people probably don’t immediately go to him when you say talented actors. I see him as an actors/directors actor, plus he doesn’t have social media and lives a pretty chill life so he’s not in the spotlight as much as some other celebs. Also his lack of Oscar noms or awards despite his mad talent might have something to do with it as well. Paul Dano shouldn’t be underrated but when talking to non filmy people he’s not quite a household name, but I hope that changes soon!

    • @joseayala8506
      @joseayala8506 Год назад +6

      He is very talented and is a great character actor, however he’s been typecast alot as mentally unstable/ pathetic characters who get beat up alot. I’d love to see him in a Quentin Tarantino film.

    • @Ossory88
      @Ossory88 Год назад +1

      "criminally"

  • @Scarethelocals
    @Scarethelocals Год назад +416

    Paul is sneaky, you don't realize all the parts that you've seen him in over the years because you don't see "Paul Dano". He really becomes these characters and everything else kind of falls away including Paul. You believe you're seeing a real person not someone pretending to be that person. I hope this makes sense lol.

    • @marshayame
      @marshayame Год назад +11

      Totally get that! Tilda Swinton is like that for actresses 👏🏼

    • @wonderemporium6094
      @wonderemporium6094 Год назад +5

      Yes it’s called acting!

    • @officialmonarchmusic
      @officialmonarchmusic Год назад +13

      A lot like Gary Oldman. Finding out he was Sirius Black, Commissioner Gordon, AND Lord Shen

    • @20somethingcimena
      @20somethingcimena 3 месяца назад +5

      Also he kind of has a plain face that doesn’t stand out. Like he’s not super attractive and doesn’t have many distinctive features that would make him noticeable so you just don’t remember him. He kind of just looks like a random nobody

    • @Satanilicious
      @Satanilicious 2 месяца назад

      Yeah dude! I still see him as Eli whichever movie he's in.

  • @nickynoo86
    @nickynoo86 Год назад +531

    This was a great reminder of how many incredible films he’s been in. Truly one of the best actors around

    • @lonelyclaud
      @lonelyclaud Год назад +4

      Insane. What a philmography!

    • @finnanolif3ha151
      @finnanolif3ha151 5 месяцев назад

      I disagree upon reviewing his performance in fablemans

  • @feedingfiction
    @feedingfiction Год назад +2303

    Everyone in prisoners is at their absolute peak. Ridiculously incredible film.

    • @Hemant.s
      @Hemant.s Год назад +13

      💯

    • @TheColeberto14
      @TheColeberto14 Год назад +46

      One of my favorites for sure

    • @jnsedillo
      @jnsedillo Год назад +59

      Definitely one of the most memorable movies I've ever seen. Watched it twice, but I don't think I ever wanna see it again

    • @christofferjenzen78
      @christofferjenzen78 Год назад +39

      Although Gyllenhaal is just next level in that one, really mysterious and authentic,extremely snubbed for awards. The whole movie is,mindboggling only the cinematography got nommed.

    • @anthonyhartnett1002
      @anthonyhartnett1002 Год назад +7

      One of the best movies ever.

  • @dollarsaurus01
    @dollarsaurus01 Год назад +2626

    He was great in 12 Years a Slave too, surprised that one didn’t come up. Dude is just super talented in every role he plays, not to mention he’s an excellent director

    • @DaveMcIroy
      @DaveMcIroy Год назад +40

      Yeah, I really wanna know who picks the movies/shows and how.

    • @youngdji
      @youngdji Год назад +28

      facts man, ironically just watched wildlife for the first time the other night and thought it was very unique

    • @Wooden_pillars_
      @Wooden_pillars_ Год назад +16

      21:40

    • @chrisharris5126
      @chrisharris5126 Год назад +4

      And Taking Lives man, I loved him in that movie

    • @ririschannelx
      @ririschannelx Год назад +5

      maybe because every other actor in that film was superior in every way lol

  • @lNoWayAroundItl
    @lNoWayAroundItl Год назад +139

    His van scene with the loss of his dream/passion in Little Miss Sunshine is one of my favorite performances of his.

  • @maximilian9295
    @maximilian9295 Год назад +163

    First time I saw him was The Giirl next Door and instantly loved him. Couldnt admire him more in There will be Blood and just saw him in the Fablemans, just perfect. He's definitely one of my favorite actors.

    • @isaacdoblea892
      @isaacdoblea892 Год назад +4

      I saw him first there too hahaha, epic performance

    • @JacksonKillroy
      @JacksonKillroy Год назад +1

      The fablemans is fantastic

    • @commiehunter733
      @commiehunter733 5 месяцев назад +2

      The tripod

    • @Quzga
      @Quzga 2 месяца назад +1

      In sopranos too!

  • @landonbecker1745
    @landonbecker1745 Год назад +730

    Little Miss Sunshine is one of my favorite movies of all time. his relationship with his sister Olive is unbelievably beautiful

    • @a.b.h.i.j.i.t.h
      @a.b.h.i.j.i.t.h Год назад +26

      easily the most wholesome and one of the best movies of all time.

    • @kt-nc1uw
      @kt-nc1uw Год назад +18

      the whole cast is just stellar

    • @parkerjackson4880
      @parkerjackson4880 Год назад +18

      @@a.b.h.i.j.i.t.h wholesome without ever feeling fake life is full of ups and downs less produced like most movies of that genre it’s definitely something I feel can only be achieved if the cast feels like a family they all felt close even at the beginning when the distance is at its peak.

    • @jwelch5742
      @jwelch5742 Год назад +3

      Paul Dano was cast as Dwayne two years before production began and in preparation for portraying his character, spent a few days taking his own vow of silence.

  • @Missjunebugfreak
    @Missjunebugfreak Год назад +1312

    Paul Dano is definitely one of the most underrated actors of his generation. It's a crime he didn't get an Oscar nomination for "There Will Be Blood".
    Also his performance in " Love & Mercy" is just wonderful.

    • @TheOctoberOwl
      @TheOctoberOwl Год назад +30

      Love & Mercy is itself incredibly underrated.

    • @Missjunebugfreak
      @Missjunebugfreak Год назад +16

      @@TheOctoberOwl Yes! Love & Mercy is my favorite biopic film. He really should have gotten an Oscar nomination for that role.

    • @SashaTromsa
      @SashaTromsa Год назад +3

      those who know, they know

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад +3

      @@Missjunebugfreak yessss!!!! I loved that film and he was SO freakin’ good in it!

    • @Missjunebugfreak
      @Missjunebugfreak Год назад +5

      @@calisongbird He played Brian Wilson so beautifully. Easily one of the best performances in a biopic I've seen. Such a special film.

  • @whanowa
    @whanowa Год назад +252

    Almost 40 and still looks 16. Much love to this genius! His performances are unforgettable.

    • @talltreeyeti
      @talltreeyeti Год назад +34

      this is a lie

    • @localshithead7430
      @localshithead7430 Год назад +28

      He’s aged a bit this past year but it’s natural. I loved how he looked in There Will Be Blood, I think that was his peak.

    • @burlhorse61
      @burlhorse61 5 месяцев назад

      @@localshithead7430 he's just amazing in that film

  • @schmidt640
    @schmidt640 Год назад +240

    This dude is so talented. You know a movie is gonna be good just because he is in it. Really impressed by his performances!

    • @Coal-RubL
      @Coal-RubL Год назад +1

      He was great in everything but as the riddler i was definitely dissatisfied. A very overrated performance, id argue it was bad.

    • @Jim222001
      @Jim222001 Год назад +2

      @@Coal-RubL He was good when he wasn’t dragging out words and sentences. Like when his interrogation scene with Batman towards the end.

    • @balkee42
      @balkee42 Год назад +1

      @@Coal-RubL agreed. Didnt like his performance at all.

  • @SairajRKamath
    @SairajRKamath Год назад +606

    Paul Dano yelling and screaming is my favourite genre of cinema.

    • @horaceau9544
      @horaceau9544 Год назад +16

      No no no no no no no no no nooooo!!!

    • @supersucks
      @supersucks Год назад +16

      He’s always yelling or screaming in every movie he’s in

    • @Msechop
      @Msechop Год назад +26

      @@supersucks he’s also always getting beat up 💀

    • @Rs-rq9fd
      @Rs-rq9fd Год назад +3

      @@Msechop *getting payed* to get beat up lol 🎯🎯

    • @humb1s3rvant
      @humb1s3rvant Год назад +3

      Get out of here ghost! Geeeeeett ooouuutt of here ghost

  • @VAFranky
    @VAFranky Год назад +825

    He's had a lot of good roles. He's someone who takes the art seriously and has been in a lot of great films. Absolutely phenomenal in There Will Be Blood.

    • @windi1982
      @windi1982 Год назад +6

      And it’s almost impossible to shine next to DDD!
      Dano was awesome! 💥💥💥

  • @user-dm84
    @user-dm84 Год назад +146

    This guy is 100% the real deal, absolute nails everything he does.

    • @alyxms5826
      @alyxms5826 Год назад +4

      I just watched prisoner . Guy is unbelievable

    • @sole__doubt
      @sole__doubt 4 месяца назад +1

      Its wild how I think he ruins every character he does. Everyone in the theater was laughing at how lame he is in the new Batman. Different strokes I guess, lol

    • @animalfinatic9366
      @animalfinatic9366 2 месяца назад

      Amen.

    • @cassanateli
      @cassanateli 2 месяца назад

      I'd be rich and famous if I looked like a human ladle too smh

  • @AT-yg4nk
    @AT-yg4nk Год назад +58

    Love and Mercy and his portrayal of Brian Wilson is one of the most underrated performances I’ve ever seen. In fact that movie alone is one of the best movies I’ve ever seen. It’s so insanely well done, captivating, beautiful and extremely underrated. Paul Dano is an amazingly gifted actor.

    • @bowi1332
      @bowi1332 7 месяцев назад

      Love and Mercy is great! I didn't know anything about the Beach Boys and their music. (I'm French-Canadian.)

    • @anthonylesley982
      @anthonylesley982 7 месяцев назад

      Same

  • @blr5341
    @blr5341 Год назад +2105

    Paul Dano is one of the most genuine people in Hollywood. No twitter, no BS, just dedication to the craft. The only complaints I have about this video is it left out War and Peace, one of his greatest roles to date (and left in Knight and Day, for some reason). Otherwise this is perfect, such a great dive into his best roles. Can't wait for Fabelmans!

    • @Lark1610
      @Lark1610 Год назад +14

      I would say they mention Knight and Day for diversity. Those videos should be more in-depth and about hour long though.

    • @victorialister5520
      @victorialister5520 Год назад +1

      Totally agree.

    • @AlexandraShibalina
      @AlexandraShibalina Год назад +23

      No War and Peace?? What! I'm Russian, did read it, love Paul Dano, was excited when they told us he'd play Pierre. And boy, did he deliver! I was overjoyed with his portrayal.

    • @AlightingOnAir
      @AlightingOnAir Год назад +14

      That’s because these are advertisements for movies disguised as interviews.

    • @AlexandraShibalina
      @AlexandraShibalina Год назад +1

      @@AlightingOnAir Sure, these are ads, but not all the movies they talk about have to be. Just watch other actors' videos.

  • @robbie-the-bee
    @robbie-the-bee Год назад +543

    Little Miss Sunshine is my comfort movie, whenever I'm sad I watch that movie- and I'm literally so much happier. I love Paul as a person, and an actor.

    • @joellezima3506
      @joellezima3506 Год назад +2

      Honestly! Such a lovely movie

    • @plasticjesus444
      @plasticjesus444 Год назад +2

      same!!

    • @kuro2522
      @kuro2522 Год назад

      For me too!

    • @4deleDaz33m
      @4deleDaz33m Год назад +7

      Abigail Breslin's performance alone is enough to make the movie extremely warming and feel good

    • @macree01
      @macree01 Год назад +4

      I’m figuratively so much happier 🙄

  • @shirshodasgupta1774
    @shirshodasgupta1774 Год назад +112

    He is one of the most underrated actors of his generation. He is like the Gary Oldman of his generation and deserves an Oscar. You put The Girl Next Door, Prisoners, There Will Be Blood and Fablemans together and you can see why he is such a versatile actor.

    • @vicrose1634
      @vicrose1634 Год назад +1

      Exactly

    • @JorgeTorres-tl7vo
      @JorgeTorres-tl7vo Год назад +3

      Klitz!

    • @thereseember2800
      @thereseember2800 Год назад +1

      He seems like such a noble, wonderful man. He deserves an Oscar for his kindness alone. The Academy Awards of late has degraded into an unsafe thug fest. It needs someone like this man to bring dignity and sincere nobility to it.

  • @ienjoicomics101
    @ienjoicomics101 Год назад +68

    I love how he talks about his roles. Really feels like he approaches it as an artist which feels much more genuine than hearing other actors speak about their roles. Looking forward to watching more of his movies

    • @cassanateli
      @cassanateli 2 месяца назад +1

      I love how he looks like a human ladle

  • @janwinnicki8495
    @janwinnicki8495 Год назад +475

    Paul Dano has one of the best curatory instincts in the industry. It's a good sign when you see his name on a poster - not just because you know he'll crush the performance, but also because he picks the best movies to star in

    • @grahaldmills5930
      @grahaldmills5930 Год назад +1

      Looper was meh...

    • @ElEric17
      @ElEric17 Год назад +29

      Your comment was just read to him on hot ones. Check it out!

    • @aspen1588
      @aspen1588 Год назад +17

      this was read to him on hot ones! he says thank you

    • @deanvikram
      @deanvikram Год назад

      ​@@ElEric17 duration? I couldn't find that part

  • @barryallen1070
    @barryallen1070 Год назад +592

    Swiss army man is one of the most underrated films to date. That film is incredible and original which is something that lacks in many movies lately. Daniel and Paul knocked it out of the park with their performances. I cannot get tired of talking about that film I could go on for hours. I always recommend it to anyone in a close proximity to me 😂 it’s one of those films that I would understand if it isn’t for you but I now for certain it will hit deeply to those who need it at that moment. That film came out when I was going through one of the worst times of my life and it was just what I needed. Definitely my favorite film. Plot 10/10 cinematography 10/10 performance 10/10 soundtrack 100/10.

    • @ValleyRC
      @ValleyRC Год назад +19

      I love it. It's like surreal and arty but has real heart, too. Beautifully crafted.

    • @addie4770
      @addie4770 Год назад +5

      Yes!!! One of my favorite movies of all time!! They both had a great performance, there was stunning cinematography, and an insanely wonderful soundtrack that I could talk about for hours!!! It's amazing

    • @noooname
      @noooname Год назад +12

      It’s on my list but I was recommended it as I fell in love with Everything Everywhere All at Once which was also directed by the Daniels. Highly recommend that!

    • @Vjl5280
      @Vjl5280 Год назад

      Watching it tonight. Thanks for the suggestion.

    • @unawares
      @unawares Год назад +1

      People keeping mentioning the phenomenal soundtrack, if you want more check out the band that did it, Manchester Orchestra :)

  • @kouroshmortazi9688
    @kouroshmortazi9688 Год назад +28

    Prisoners is criminally underrated

  • @maryn8540
    @maryn8540 Год назад +33

    paul dano plays incredibly hard roles and that shows a lot about how talented he is

  • @TheAliAzhar
    @TheAliAzhar Год назад +635

    Paul nailed the role as The Riddler.

    • @wesleytwiggs7687
      @wesleytwiggs7687 Год назад +29

      nnnnooooooooOOOOOOOOOO NO NO NOOOOOOO!!!

    • @crow2967
      @crow2967 Год назад +10

      Aaaaaaaveeeeee Marriiiiiiiiiiiaaaaaaaaaaaaa

    • @AIKnowYou
      @AIKnowYou Год назад +6

      Agreed. He exuded "on the spectrum" energy.

    • @wesleytwiggs7687
      @wesleytwiggs7687 Год назад +7

      @@AIKnowYou kind of a weird label to assign a psychopath but ok.

    • @batjackattack5556
      @batjackattack5556 Год назад +5

      @@AIKnowYou bro it’s ok u can say autistic it’s not a bad word

  • @Cradotalks
    @Cradotalks Год назад +332

    First saw him in "The Girl Next Door." To see his transformation as an actor in Batman was amazing. He's one of my favorite actors. He never picks a bad role for himself, plays within his range of characters, and does an incredible acting job. Can't wait to see what else me makes.

    • @arios1977
      @arios1977 Год назад +7

      That’s where I’ve seen him before the Batman. I couldn’t put my finger on it

    • @mp0039
      @mp0039 Год назад +37

      Kiltz legend

    • @braddivens5179
      @braddivens5179 Год назад +12

      Ahhh, a man of culture!

    • @youslyfox
      @youslyfox Год назад +11

      i was hoping he'd talk about this film. very hilarious 'chick flick'...holds up to this day for sure.

    • @dicekolev5360
      @dicekolev5360 Год назад +4

      I still see him constantly in that role 🤷😅

  • @luisgustavooliveira-dallan5957
    @luisgustavooliveira-dallan5957 Год назад +27

    Can't believe they left War and Peace out of this, one of his best performances and definitely a breakthrough!

    • @H.m.Matador
      @H.m.Matador 8 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah was really surprised by that as well..

    • @beckyweisfeld6977
      @beckyweisfeld6977 2 месяца назад +1

      Yes and thanks for letting me know. I won't bother watching the rest.

  • @DanielVerberne
    @DanielVerberne Год назад +22

    Absolute freaking lightning rod of an actor.
    Completely holds his own against Day-Lewis in some seemingly demanding scenes in There Will Be Blood (Two roles in that, actually!). Very skilled actor, to my reckoning.

  • @manu87495
    @manu87495 Год назад +137

    Prisoners was one of the top 3 movies of last decade. There should have been multiple oscar nominations just in acting alone.

  • @loserliam2362
    @loserliam2362 Год назад +443

    It amazes me that Paul Dano is almost 40 years old. One of my favorite things ive ever seen Paul Dano do is drop a movie in an interview where he is looking through a library of film. He played it off in the most hilarious way possible. Can't wait to see what the future holds for this bro.

    • @hasselett
      @hasselett Год назад +19

      I don't necessarily think he looks younger than 40; it's really no age these days anyways. He just looks like an adult with childlike features. It's kind of a jarring blend.

    • @ririschannelx
      @ririschannelx Год назад +6

      how infantilising lol plus he’s not old, he just has slightly boyish features

    • @hililly3219
      @hililly3219 Год назад +11

      @@ririschannelx you obviously don’t know what infantilizing means…op purely said they can’t believe that he is almost 40. This can mean that he’s surprised so much time has passed and now he’s at that age because some ppl have been fans of him for years. In no way were they treating him like a child or denying his maturity. Stop using words like this when you obviously don’t know what it means.

    • @sufferinq
      @sufferinq Год назад

      bro he looks like me and i’m 20

    • @reginarichards6261
      @reginarichards6261 Год назад

      Really? I honestly thought he was in bad health because his face is all swollen and puffy, only to see he’s just aged really fast. I could easily mistake him for 50 maybe 52

  • @Akerzun
    @Akerzun 7 месяцев назад +8

    Pretty clear when we was talking about There Will be Blood that they were all on an entirely different level and he did a great job talking honestly about his experience

  • @gorey4more837
    @gorey4more837 2 месяца назад +2

    The first thing I ever saw him in was "Taking Lives" back in 2004. He was only in the opening sequence, playing the antagonist in his youth, but his brief performance was both nuanced and powerful.

  • @MehdiGamingHQ
    @MehdiGamingHQ Год назад +441

    Not his most iconic role, but he played in one of the best yet underrated movies, Prisoners

    • @ultimatesportsmedicine4395
      @ultimatesportsmedicine4395 Год назад +65

      one of his most iconic roles, in my opinion.

    • @simrsm5908
      @simrsm5908 Год назад +8

      @@ultimatesportsmedicine4395 could not agree more

    • @sweetness371
      @sweetness371 Год назад +33

      Prisoners is not talked about enough. It's one of the best movies.

    • @JerodBork
      @JerodBork Год назад +16

      Prisoners is hardly underrated

    • @ririschannelx
      @ririschannelx Год назад +5

      i would says it’s his best actually

  • @antoniousai1989
    @antoniousai1989 Год назад +316

    This guy has an insane career. You tend to forget it, but then you watch the list of movies and they are most of them good or great

    • @MisterDutch93
      @MisterDutch93 Год назад +7

      That's because he's an incredible actor.

    • @bobbyologun1517
      @bobbyologun1517 Год назад

      Taking Lives!

    • @Tolandruth
      @Tolandruth Год назад

      besides riddler wasnt he just side characters in movies i mean even in batman he was a side character.

    • @radiohoofd8582
      @radiohoofd8582 Год назад +1

      @@Tolandruth he's the main character in Love and Mercy, Swiss army man and Ruby sparks. In Little miss sunshine his arc is arguably the most important to the film. TWBB he is the antagonist to ddl and in batman, though masked, his acting is still important. As far as I know in all of his best films he is part of the main cast.

    • @katec1500
      @katec1500 Год назад +3

      ​@@Tolandruth its not just the main character who makes a movie great

  • @crystaldawn2708
    @crystaldawn2708 Год назад +12

    God, I love Paul Dano. LMS was the first I saw him in of course, but I don't think he's ever done a role that I've disliked. His range is phenomenal. Glad he's getting the recognition and appreciation I truly believe he deserves.

  • @harryfieldson
    @harryfieldson 8 месяцев назад +3

    I loved his Riddler performance don't get me wrong, but the spontaneous ave maria in the interrogation room was very unintentionally hilarious

  • @GT-wo2oj
    @GT-wo2oj Год назад +332

    Love & Mercy is hands down his best performance. Truly captures and fully realises the weird and wonderful world of Brian Wilson. If you haven’t seen it you owe it to yourself to see it.

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Год назад +5

      One of my all time favorites. Saw it upon theatre release and now own the Blu Ray. Have watched many times. 💕

    • @alex11v3
      @alex11v3 Год назад +11

      Man, Love & Mercy is probably one of the best music movies of all time. I would say that and Control(the joy division biopic) are masterpieces

    • @mattdoss2159
      @mattdoss2159 Год назад +1

      Really brilliant performance. Cusack was pretty great too.

    • @verbalassault87
      @verbalassault87 Год назад

      Have you never seen L.I.E. Dude you have severely not seen an amazing performance.

    • @masonsmith8194
      @masonsmith8194 Год назад +1

      @@alex11v3 love your profile pic

  • @peg202xo7
    @peg202xo7 Год назад +236

    I wish he'd talked about his Pierre in War and Peace because he was so marvelous in that role. Pierre is the heart of that mammoth epic story, and Paul brought such depth of feeling to his portrayal of the character. Wonderful actor!

    • @CaptPoco
      @CaptPoco Год назад +6

      Thank you! Paul made me cry when he at the POTATO... what other actor in Hollywood could do that??

    • @micahsnow346
      @micahsnow346 Год назад +7

      Yes i was waiting for that too! The production definitely had its weak points, but Paul’s performance was its strongest point

    • @TheRamsberg
      @TheRamsberg Год назад

      Seconded!

    • @sharayahsunshine11
      @sharayahsunshine11 Год назад

      My favorite mini series!!!

  • @sblove86
    @sblove86 Год назад +14

    Prisoners is one of the hardest to watch movies I’ve ever seen but his performance was amazing. I also loved him in Swiss Army Man even though I’m not sure I got it lol. Very strange movie.

  • @ephesians.6
    @ephesians.6 Год назад +7

    "And I'm writing a comic now about the Riddler..."
    Well, of course he is. ❤

  • @erinmaglietta2484
    @erinmaglietta2484 Год назад +143

    Little Miss Sunshine is inarguably one of the best films ever made; and he helped make that character so outstanding. Bravo, Paul Dano. Wishing him nothing but continued success.

  • @ridethasno
    @ridethasno Год назад +373

    Such an underrated actor , most people don’t even know who Paul Dano even is! Luckily Matt Reeves brought him on to play the riddler which was well earned.

    • @tenthofadime5657
      @tenthofadime5657 Год назад +9

      100%. I love him in Swiss Army Man

    • @smashypeople
      @smashypeople Год назад +1

      @@tenthofadime5657 love that film. and the directors are fantastic

    • @robwaters2948
      @robwaters2948 Год назад +1

      @@tenthofadime5657 yes!!!!

    • @the_ag_101
      @the_ag_101 Год назад

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ Whenever there's a popular video on an official channel, there's gotta be at least one of you clowns in the comments.

    • @skullchimes
      @skullchimes Год назад

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ simp

  • @scottmasson3039
    @scottmasson3039 Год назад +26

    One of the better actors of his generation. Mad respect for him.

  • @turtlelearns3d
    @turtlelearns3d Год назад +9

    He plays so many memorable characters. I waited too long to watch Swiss Army Man, that movie was crazy but really good.

  • @EvanFowler
    @EvanFowler Год назад +149

    I'm so glad that he mentioned the way that Daniel Day Lewis delivered the "I'm finished!" line at the end of There Will Be Blood. I've always wondered if it was written on the page the way that he says it. Because he delivers the line like he's saying that he's finished with his dinner and calling to his butler to come clear the tray. It's so specific and unusual. I'm guessing that on the page it was supposed to be him kind of muttering to himself or talking to the corpse. My god, what a brilliant film.

    • @internetgfy
      @internetgfy Год назад +21

      If I remember properly, at the beginning of the film when Daniel's character gets hurt (breaks his leg?), he does say out loud something like "not now, I'm not done". I always thought the "I'm finished!" was a reference to that. He's got his riches, he's found his oil and now he's got rid of the one obstacle in his way.

  • @Hyperiss
    @Hyperiss Год назад +149

    You can tell he's in it for the passion. The way he embodies each movie, many elaborate processes, so immersive. Brilliant actor.

  • @elizabethlynch6544
    @elizabethlynch6544 Год назад +5

    Favorite character of his is Klitz in The Girl Next Door with Emile Hirsh

  • @pyroclown
    @pyroclown Год назад +13

    An amazing actor, his performance in prisoners is so well acted and the rest of the cast kills it too!

  • @realcineva
    @realcineva Год назад +70

    This might be one of your best "Iconic" interviews, he's so sincere and considerate while talking about the productions themsleves, not just himself.

  • @barcham
    @barcham Год назад +121

    Sad that he neglected to mention his role of 'Klitz' in The Girl Next Door. He was great in that very underrated film, and it was the role that brought him to the attention of a lot of people.

    • @taurinstraiter2325
      @taurinstraiter2325 Год назад +5

      I was about to say exactly that but I don't want to steal your comment. Anyway, I'm sure no one's surprised Cowboys & Aliens (2011) didn't make the cut..

    • @michaeliglesia7326
      @michaeliglesia7326 Год назад +1

      What happened to the girl next door?! 😪

    • @barcham
      @barcham Год назад +1

      @@taurinstraiter2325 I actually enjoyed that movie. LOL But his part in it was so small as to not really be worth mentioning.

    • @philippetsoukias833
      @philippetsoukias833 Год назад +14

      @@barcham au contraire, his part was not small.

    • @barcham
      @barcham Год назад

      @@philippetsoukias833 In Cowboys and Aliens? He had about 15 minutes of screen time in the entire movie. It was one of the smallest speaking parts in the film.

  • @aryastark772
    @aryastark772 Год назад +7

    I wish he’d mentioned himself in the TV miniseries War and Peace, he was brilliant in that. Highly recommend

  • @ryanfrick2190
    @ryanfrick2190 Год назад +6

    I had no idea Paul was writing that comic. It's really good so far.

  • @ProjectShowtimePod
    @ProjectShowtimePod Год назад +81

    Prisoners is such an underrated Film, his role alongside Hugh and Jake with that writing makes it an incredible film

  • @kurtdewittphoto
    @kurtdewittphoto Год назад +152

    He was so convincing as the character he played in There Will Be Blood.

    • @DaveMcIroy
      @DaveMcIroy Год назад +1

      We all felt so bad for him. 😅

    • @michaeladolph7134
      @michaeladolph7134 Год назад +1

      Never watched this movie... Hmmm i guess i finally should

    • @miserableunoriginal
      @miserableunoriginal Год назад +1

      @@michaeladolph7134 one of the greatest films of this generation. Daniel Day Lewis and Paul Dano are incredible. Highly recommend.

  • @cynthiacharles9982
    @cynthiacharles9982 8 месяцев назад +2

    Dano is a honest actor. He does not camouflage his characters intent with strange ticks and mugging. You know what the character is but you do not see it until the moment it needs revealing. I enjoy his performances thoroughly and look forward to the next.

  • @AfricancoolChic
    @AfricancoolChic 8 месяцев назад +2

    He was amazing in War and Peace.❤

  • @filmblooms
    @filmblooms Год назад +81

    he seems very sure of himself and his capabilities as an actor. i've never watched him in a role where i felt it was too big or too small for him - it's like he brings all of himself up because he's confident he made the right choice with selecting the characters he plays. i hope his career is this colourful for a long time!

  • @Marciestclair
    @Marciestclair Год назад +60

    They should of mentioned War and Peace, seriously one of the best performances he’s done

    • @PukingPanda
      @PukingPanda Год назад +4

      I love that mini series everyone was truly phenomenal in it.

    • @samburch
      @samburch Год назад +2

      I love it. My wife and I rewatch it every Christmas

  • @nupt9473
    @nupt9473 Год назад +4

    Wow. I'm completely charmed by Paul Dano.

  • @TechnicJunglist
    @TechnicJunglist Год назад +12

    Incredible actor. I'm happy that his career is so versatile. One day he'll receive a well deserved Oscar.

  • @serphenyxloftnor4194
    @serphenyxloftnor4194 Год назад +17

    I love his role in The Girl Next Door (2004). It's my favorite teen romcom

  • @piscesmoontarot4835
    @piscesmoontarot4835 Год назад +11

    It’s sort of a crime his performance in WAR & PEACE as Pierre is not included here, it’s so gob-smackingly perfect.

  • @sinisterpanda2738
    @sinisterpanda2738 Год назад +6

    *_DOES HE KNOW_*
    Silly meme aside, Paul Dano is an incredible actor. Hopefully we'll get to see more of his crafts in the near future~

  • @anasshahid224
    @anasshahid224 5 месяцев назад +2

    Paul Dano is a amazing actor, he was amazing in Prisoners and stole the show as The Riddler in The Batman.

  • @buffyVampslyr364
    @buffyVampslyr364 Год назад +196

    Before Everything Everywhere All At Once, Swiss Army Man was the only other movie to make me laugh and cry with the same intensity in the same movie.... No wonder they were directed by the same guys. 😂🥰 Such an underrated masterpiece.

    • @smashypeople
      @smashypeople Год назад +8

      the Daniels are so creative. both some of my top favourite films

    • @Readraid_
      @Readraid_ Год назад

      Watch JSA, its a korean film that definitely makes you happy then crushes your soul

  • @AaronAsherRandall
    @AaronAsherRandall Год назад +66

    One of the best and most underrated and underutilized actors in Hollywood. I love the stuff he’s been in, but I feel like he could play many more major roles better than most other actors.

  • @victorialister5520
    @victorialister5520 Год назад +18

    Possibly the best actor of his generation. It's not mentioned but I loved his brilliant portrayal of Pierre Bezukov in the BBC adaptation of War and Peace. He embodied the sensitivity and the complexity of Tolstoy's character.

  • @micahsean8664
    @micahsean8664 Год назад +11

    This man will win an Oscar one day. If not, then I will have no faith in the arts. Absolutely one of the most talented actors on planet Earth.

  • @VultureClone
    @VultureClone Год назад +69

    You can't say many people can hold their own against an actor like Daniel Day Lewis, but Dano absolutely did and it was incredible to watch.

    • @meisterlymanu5214
      @meisterlymanu5214 Год назад

      i didnt like him in it, neither did Tarantino, but if he was cast last minute, it did Dano no favors, and taking that into consideration, he handled it well. Starring opposite DDL in his prime must have been daunting.

  • @DominationOC
    @DominationOC Год назад +43

    His role in love & mercy was so precious & complex in nature. Made me love The Beach Boys and their overall story even more.

  • @aylemarshland5609
    @aylemarshland5609 Год назад +20

    Escape at Dannemora was brilliant. He was fabulous! Glad they included it in this video.

  • @furonet138
    @furonet138 Год назад +6

    Everyone even tangentially interested in music should see Love and Mercy. Fantastic film with amazing performances and attention to detail, and Dano knocks it out of the park as young Brian Wilson

  • @cheeseretard
    @cheeseretard Год назад +29

    Prisoners is an underrated classic. Love that movie

  • @johnnyvaldez6676
    @johnnyvaldez6676 Год назад +110

    This dude has always delivered great acting in all his roles very underrated

  • @monoofonoo
    @monoofonoo Год назад +1

    First saw Paul when the batman came out. I have now watched 5 of his films and two more on dvd on the way. He is so polite and funny and just makes me so happy. Thank you for being you Paul!

  • @zizoumonk10
    @zizoumonk10 Год назад +4

    Paul tell us about the time your character got beaten to a pulp by the main character

  • @okkl09
    @okkl09 Год назад +43

    I am certain, that Paul Dano is one of the most talented, yet underrated, actors of his generation.

  • @LomoPlateAldo
    @LomoPlateAldo Год назад +18

    2004's "Taking Lives" was the first time I was introduced to Paul Dano and my jaw dropped.
    I remember thinking "This dude is a marvelous villain. he is going to have a great carrier"

  • @pogo8050
    @pogo8050 Год назад +6

    Dude has a legit unbelievable catalogue

  • @RobustMustache
    @RobustMustache Год назад +21

    Love and Mercy is an underrated movie.

  • @Sweetumskitty1789
    @Sweetumskitty1789 Год назад +45

    Paul Dano is terminally delightful! I love how much passion he has for what he does. It’s not just someone who’s doing it for the possible fame and fortune. In every role I’ve seen him in it always feels like he’s having a blast and living his dreams.

  • @mikecolts21
    @mikecolts21 Год назад +36

    I was holding my breath until he talked about Prisoners. Paul is such a great actor and I hope he gets the recognition that he deserves.

  • @blazingsnape2959
    @blazingsnape2959 Год назад +3

    He played in a movie called the emperor's club when he was much younger and its one of my favorite movies. He is a great actor

  • @machodiglett2486
    @machodiglett2486 Год назад +4

    Pauls performances always have so much strength behind them. Such a great actor

  • @williamfinesse4249
    @williamfinesse4249 Год назад +21

    Paul is a real humble dude. Seems like a genuine and sincere guy.

  • @happzy
    @happzy Год назад +19

    For such a young actor he has a lot of tough, interesting and big roles under his belt.

  • @recherche9276
    @recherche9276 5 месяцев назад +2

    His performance in „There will be blood“ was absolutely brilliant!
    High Level actor

  • @killerbeast5067
    @killerbeast5067 Год назад +4

    I adore this man, I think Paul Dano has been in some incredible memorable movies in which his acting just makes them even better.

  • @VerdadTruth
    @VerdadTruth Год назад +44

    His role in Prisoners is still one of my favs. He was spectacular.

  • @user-st6jw4qp5e
    @user-st6jw4qp5e Год назад +9

    He was brilliant in War&Peace

  • @Indomitable_Alykat
    @Indomitable_Alykat 8 месяцев назад +1

    Literally one of my favorite actors ever! He has such tremendous respect for the craft and he's so incredibly talented and humble. I just love him!! 💖🤌🏼

  • @bm4755
    @bm4755 2 месяца назад +1

    Truly one of the best living actors so criminally underrated