THE CHOSEN INTERVIEW: Actor Elijah Alexander (Atticus) | Hosted by Anthony Perrelli
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- Опубликовано: 16 янв 2023
- A Jewish man playing a Roman? And wait...Elijah isn't his birth name? Our favorite Queens host, Anthony Perrelli, sits down with our favorite snacking Roman, Elijah Alexander, to discuss his role as Atticus Amelius Pulcher on The Chosen. In this interview, Elijah shares about his family and religious background, the research he has put into his role on The Chosen, and the perspective his character brings to the show. He also answers all sorts of fan inquiries, including the frequently asked question of why Atticus is always eating and snacking in episodes.
Created by: Noah Bennett
Edited by: Colby Robison, Noah Bennett
Hosted by: Anthony Perrelli
Featuring: Elijah Alexander
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His constant eating....there is a hunger there that food can't fill! Only Jesus can!❤
Good catch!
I can't take my eyes off the screen any time there is a scene with Atticus in it. I know that's because of Elijah Alexander's abilities. He brings...himself in to the role, not offensively, but just enough to make it interesting, believable, and unforgettable. I loved The Chosen before he joined...but his presence absolutely adds to the excellence of this show! Thanks so much for lending your talent to such an incredible project!
Hey Penny G, Atticus is like literally the most underrated character in the series. Man this guy in every scene he’s in steals the show. Out of all the roman characters ever depicted on screen whether its a movie or a tv show. Atticus is one of those characters that are super fleshed out and lovable. And probably one of the best roman characters ever depicted. he and gaius fall in this category of good writing when it comes to roman characters. Other movies or tv shows other then The tv show Rome. They usually portray and depict them as bland and mediocre at times. Like the audience can’t really relate to them because they seem boring or whatever. Thats my take on that. Like for example tv shows like Spartacus.
Very true!
Agreed!
I agree
Agreed! Loved his line about not having heard many sermons! That was a classic. He does steal every scene he is on for sure.
Praying for Elijah 🙏 He is so close.
A seeker of answers to life’s big questions
From the very beginning I had a feeling about Atticus . He's believer. Amazing.actor thank your. I felt the same way Gaius. He's very moved. I really like him also . I love watching the change in him . He doesn't show it the change is coming from within
He does not appear to be a believer, he thinks Jesus is a teacher, like buddah, but not that He is GOD. I pray this show will bring him closer to God and make him realize that what he is searching for in all those other false religions will leave him empty, and that only the one TRUE God (Christ Jesus) is the TRUTH.
The Atticus eating montage was hilarious. Stay hungry...those who hunger and thirst after righteousness shall be filled.
I love this! It's showing how hungry Atticus is for truth! How cool!
Praying you accept Yeshua as your Jewish savior…excellent acting…I hoped we would see more of you!
A great interview. I enjoy watching Elijah on The Chosen. I pray that all the cast, crew and viewers become followers of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ our King. 🙏🏼♥️
Yes, I believe there must be countless many praying for the same!
@@DaughteroftheKing527 I am too!!!!!
Same with the actors or crew who are not Christian.
In Christ's Name, Amen
I think they are. How can you not?
Atticus loves to poke the bear. He genuinely enjoys it. His subtle smile as other bad guys squirm is wknderful.
I've been a fan of Elijah Alexander way before The Chosen, but since I don't go see certain non-family films, I only get to see him in family friendly projects. He exudes a lot of charisma that makes the viewer side with him whether hero or villain.
He truly steals every scene he’s in…. A brilliant actor who was perfectly cast for this show. Saying “I haven’t heard many sermons” and tapping his insignia when the rabbi asks him why he should answer his queries… this guy just kills me! And that wink.
He has some of the best lines in Chosen:-)
@@sherrycastaneda5971 he sure does!
Elijah Alexander is becoming one of my favorite actors, nice background on Atticus. Yes, Atticus is "the rest of us" watching what is happening.
Now I know why I really liked Addicus from the very beginning, because Elijah is so authentic. He makes his Roman character with depth and not just a mean dude. Appreciate very much what he brings to this role. I’d kinda like seeing him finally be touched by Jesus as he is certainly being called. You can feel it!
In real life but in the show I predict him supervising crucifixion
Amen
@@charitysimon-peraboh5555 My money is he plays a major part in that scene.
That would be a terrible plot twist for the character. I'd hate to see it but would be a great feat of writing. But neither Quintus nor Pilot have the authority to order Atticus to perform such an act. A gut wrenching plot twist that would be more likely would be Quintus order Gaius to perform the deed. He would become the centurion who said "Surely this man was the Son of God". I can't imagine how how Kirk Woller could play that. But just speculation. We'll have to wait for that season.
I fear there is going to be a lot of gut wrenching scenes in Season 4. I do wonder why I can hardly wait for February. seems so far away.@@zabbodaborba1524
Huge fan of Elijah. I've been watching him for several years. He's maturing very well. His role as Atticus has made The Chosen even better than it was.
In almost all the characters in the Chosen, i can see bits and pieces of things in my own life. From the place where i met Jesus, to my disappointments and my rejections of Jesus, to the times where despite all my own self-righteousness Jesus was still waiting for me with outstretched arms. Up to the places where my heart started to change. All because of the dedication in the love of Jesus. To see how He went through hell on earth, but He NEVER quited. He stood tall through it all, so that there could be a chance for us to be cleaned of the filth we so love to live in. And that is what the Chosen is so great at. Portraying those moments of the disciples, Roman soldiers, and many others when they realized that something is really wrong, (or right) and then those wonderful moments where they eventually surrender.... I am swimming in the mercy of Jesus. Can never thank Him enough... Thank you, Atticus, for being faithful in your role. You are sowing millions of seeds into people's hearts... May those seeds germinate and may many people's hearts also be opened and healed...
Totally bringing out being super confident because he's a top dog in Rome, yet fascinated by Jesus who has unexplainable authority without Rome. LOVE to watch this guy!
For me; Actor Elijah Alexander brings such a strong prescence, it commands attention with a capital A. He doesn't have to say a lot, all eyes focus on him, because of the impressive and formidable strength he exudes. What charisma Wowza!!!
Boy, Eiliijah Is just as cool as his character in the Chosen. I love this guy. Thank for the interview.
He doesn't have many scenes as of now but he does make his presence exist whenever he is there and it's impossible to take eyes off him. Awesome actor. A blessing to The Chosen team.
Elijah Alexander, you were made to play that part, and you are so right, all the actors are amazing.
I just watched that Hosea and Gomer movie the other night! I didn't realize it was Atticus in that movie! Wow! 😮
From a fellow New Yorker, now in Corpus Cristie,God be with you.
I pray you will be able to truly know & understand Yeshua and become a messianic Jew. My husband is from Israel with both Sephardic & Ashkenazi background who experienced a miraculous healing after being blown up in the IDF. He was prayed over in the name of Yeshua, was healed & through that met his savior. I call him a completed Jew - he hasn’t “washed away” his Judaism; he just now follows his Jewish messiah Yeshua. I pray through the Chosen you will met & truly know him💕🙏🏼
I find it so weird most don't understand that Jews denying the Angel of the Lord, his lineage of miracle baby champions, then his incarnation within those lines, Paul explaining the riddle of nahustan to those who didn't get it from Jesus (John 3) himself.... the deniers aren't real "Jews".
I'm glad your husband got past that.
This is wonderful. I often tell many people that Christianity is not a new religion but the fulfillment of the Jewish religion. God Bless you.
@@nobodyspecial1852 Understand the Jews were brainwashed by their leaders against Jesus and even though there are a lot of Jewish writing about him, they prevent the masses from the Truth. Think about the way the progressives have done in US and Europe. And Hamas and radical Islam has done the Palestinians on the extreme for violence
This actor played Hosea in "Amazing Love". A movie on the "Christian Movies" channel. Excellent movie !!! Such a great actor !♥️🛐
I loved this interview! I am also a student of multiple religions and spiritual practices and Yeshua has been calling me for the last year. This show really brings His spirit alive! Thank you!
What a great joy, Jesus Christ our lord and God called you by name to testify the truth.
Thank you, for your faith in Jesus Christ our lord and God
We shall serve the Lord soon together with honor on his kingdoms.
I will honor you face to face
God bless you and your family
God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit Amen
If He’s drawing you, say yes. It’s a beautiful relationship
I once searched for truth and tried many philosophies and practices, I would move on from one to the next since they were bs. I would meditate for hours, do witchcraft and all that stuff. I was searching for truth, peace, love, joy, healing, and I found all of that in Jesus. All those philosophies and religions are counterfeits, Jesus is the only truth, way, and life. And true Christianity isn’t a religion it’s a relationship, it’s true spirituality amongst all the counterfeits. Religious Christians have misrepresented it and God and that’s turned ppl away from God. But there are true Christians too. May you be enlightened by the light of Jesus.
A very interesting, insightful interview with Elijah Alexander. The personality of Atticus in The Chosen fascinated me from the beginning. Mainly because I couldn't figure out what role he even played in the story. I kept being torn to whether Atticus would be, or not, the one who plays an important role in Jesus' crucifixion, or a Roman who becomes a disciple of Jesus (a Saul-Paul story). In any case, Elijah Alexander has a very eventful and spiritual life and is a brilliant character actor. It was so fascinating to hear what he told about his life. Thank you for this great interview. 💖💖💖
This man obviously has a heart for GOD!! He plays Atticus perfectly...Can't wait to see what they decide to do with his character!! I hope he follows Jesus💜💙👀
OOOOOOOOHHHH! He played Hosea!!! THATS where l've seen him before! That role of Hosea was SO different, that l didn't even recognize him, and l've seen ''Amazing Love'' a few times. THATS a good actor!
Kudos to Dallas Jenkins for such amazing castting!
Facinating possibilities as Atticus discovers the unexpected. I would love to see him continue as that witness for us of the rest of the mortal ministry of Christ, then become a witness to the conversion and mission of Paul and the Apostles.
I think Atticus eats as a way of helping him process and digest what he is discovering. As a person in Law Enforcement for over 40 years, I understand it. Always processing information. Wonderful character Elijah. You keep him real. Stay hungry Atticus.
So you think Dallas plans to take the Chosen all the way to even after, not just the Resurrection, but the Acts of the Apostles, perhaps all the way to Pentecost? 'Cause I thought about that myself. That would be a very long shot type of affair though. The resources that would require are unthinkable. I can tell because of the quality of the scenes so far...this is NOT a low budget production as I thought it was when I first started watching it. That last scene of Jesus walking on water for example...WOW!
It's brotherly love among the characters, which is of God, I believe that's why you can feel the togetherness as a whole.
It is amazing, how the backgrounds of the actors have lead them to the roles they are playing in The Chosen, and at the same time, not surprising!
Oh ya..! From the begining I am noticing that all the actors of The Chosen series, are extremely good at acting. Everyone is so perfect in their role. Honestly, amazing. Great Actor Elijah👍👍
Now I understand 🎶
I am addicted 😁 to The Chosen❣️
And the Love that is so obviously flowing to the viewer💕
I didn’t find season 2 quite as compelling as season 1, except for Atticus. He is very intriguing. I really loved watching Atticus in the scene where Jesus in being interrogated by Quintus. You could see his disdain for Quintus…amused distance. But also a respect for Jesus, seeing how well Jesus handled Quintus.
I’d watch a whole series about Atticus. The character is amazing, the actor is amazing and a converted Roman spy, what a show that could be!
Elijah Alexander, you are such an interesting in depth person & you have done such a great job with Atticus! That safety & love you feel on set & between people is God’s Spirit & love! That is why it’s different. God bless you! Praying for you.
Amen…the truth spoken!
What a lovely man! I really enjoyed that interview. The questions were so good and Elijah's answers all so wonderful; he took his time to answer in depth, that's unusual. Thanks for adding on the famous "Lipton" questions. Wonderful! Praise God! 🙌❤🙌
Love this interview!
I took Atticus' eating, initially at least, as a power trip and statement of his elite position. "I can eat whenever I want, and you can't". I don't have to ask permission. I can be self-indulgent without diminishing my reputation, because I'm so disciplined in completing my assignments; I'm so above every one else.
Is eating the fruits of the country you occupy a practice of plunder?
That was my take!
Exactly what I thought.
Seemed like a real power move when, during a 3pm zoom meeting, one of the attendees pulled out a bowl of cereal and started eating
Praying this man wakes up to the truth of Yahusha Messiah and Him being the one and only living Word. The way. Great interview.
Really enjoyed listening to this interview with Elijah and was so happy that my question was one of the ones chosen for Elijah to answer!! What a thrill!! I really love Atticus he's a very interesting character.
One of my very favorite actors and characters on The Chosen. This interview explains why. Time well spent. Grateful for the wisdom shared here and the beautiful glimpse into the fascinating and thoughtful soul of Elijah. 🙏
I remember Elijah when he came to the Utah Shakespearean Festival. I was thrilled to see him cast in The Chosen and so intrigued to find where this character goes. Thank you for the wonderful interview!
Have you had a chance to see him in any other plays?
Oh? Was he acting in one of the plays? That would be great to see.
@@user-bv1ss5nj9b huh?
Awesome actor and person !..God bless You !
Love his role. He reminds me a lot of Russell Crowe. I’d be interested to know if he’s heard this from others! He’s one of the best, most believable actors on the show and does just an outstanding job.
Exactly - but a much better actor than Crowe! :)
@@christychapin8357 Agreed 👍
A More natural talent and presence too!!! ☺️
I have been fascinated by Atticus every time he's on screen. His openness to who Jesus is or may be shows how smart he is and that he is truly his own man. Elijah your portrayal of this powerful man is so compelling. I truly appreciate your amazing talent!
Awesome!! Sounds like Elijah is coming back on a special assignment during the 1000 years of peace!! Thank you both ❤️
Extremely good interview!
I think I may have an answer as to why he touched Jesus as he came into the room. Subconsciously, Atticus the Roman, (who Elijah was protraying) wanted to see if Jesus was real. Perhaps as an actor he touched Jonathan to show respect for the heavy role Jonathan is so wonderfully protraying.
This series has the best acting I have ever witnessed. So very realistic that when the miracles are preformed the veiwer feels joy for the restored life of the one receiving them. That is marvelous acting. You have a front row seat to history as it happens
Well done on this thorough and insightful interview, team. Atticus is definitely one of the more intriguing characters in The Chosen. And Elijah is the consummate actor to play this role. Prayer for Elijah in his spiritual journey, May he be protected and blessed.
What is it about Elijah that makes me want to watch him? He's an attractive actor.... and that SMILE..... lol It makes me excited hearing about and am hopeful that he is getting closer to accepting Jesus as The Messiah and Lord and Savior for his life.
Eating , It’s nerves, I do it too!😂 I just love this character Addicus.
What a fascinating man.
Is he single?
Thank you gentlemen for this interview. Elijah, you are a very dedicated man and it reflects in the quality of your acting. I pray for you and I hope you will come to fully realize that there is only one true God, and He is the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. As the author says in Psalm 96/95:5 "All the gods of the nations are demons." You can find wisdom and hints of truth in other religions but at the end, they always trick you and lead to destruction of men. Peace be with you.
Love your acting skills! You never "over"play your character. As a University of Michigan grad I appreciate the intellect you bring through your acting.
Touching his shoulder, I noticed, and I took that to mean pure respect..not for anything in particular but a simple respect for the fascination of Him
It is obvious that Elijah is searching for the meaning of life and I pray that one day he does find the true meaning of life in Jesus (Yeshua), The Messiah.
I have seen the movie Amazing Love about Hosea the prophet and his wife Gomer. I didn't realize that he's the same actor who plays Atticus. He is excellent in both roles! Now I want to call him Hosea! What a great interview! I will subscribe to Against the Tide! God bless you all! 😊
Really loved learning more about Elijah! Great actor and great interview!
One of the best interviews I have ever watched.
Elijah has quite an impressive character in the chosen. You have a great sense of humor and come across perfectly with Quintus. The gladiator was an excellent movie and that’s what your character reminded me of right away. ❤️🙏😘
What a great interview. I love Elijah Alexander. I loved his portrayal of Hosea and have watched a that a few times and has become one of my favourite bible movies. I loved getting to know more about him in this interview and the growth of his spirituality and religious convictions. I love all the actors of The Chosen and the life they bring to the people they portray. Thank you from, Gina Mac of Queensland, Australia. 😊❤️🙏🐨🇦🇺✡️🧔♀️🪔🎬
Such an intriguing character in The Chosen. This is a very insightful interview as to who Elijah Alexander is as a person and how he interprets his role as Atticus. I eagerly wait to see where Atticus goes and grows in the remaining seasons. Thank you Anthony Perrelli for a job well done.
One of the actors that are really good on The Chosen. 👍 He makes the show interesting.
So good, Elijah and Anthony!
I appreciate interviewers who can sit in stillness and wait for answers and who keep the focus on the interviewee and the topic.
Thank you, Anthony!
Elijah, just wow! Your portrayal of Atticus helps us see ourselves and our Christ. Thank you!
Doubly blessed is how Scriptures explain a Jew who follows Jesus Christ the Messiah. You are doubly blessed through your Mom.
One of my favorite characters and after this interview I can see so much of himself in Atticus, I love it when he is on, so fun to watch him. I know exactly what he is saying about a habit helping him to concentrate and focus. I would think that his characters job might make snacking a necessity, not being able to leave his "post" for a proper meal. He also captures the wisdom and experience and thoughtfulness that his character would hopefully have at this stage in his life and career, he has developed a good feel for his surroundings and the people he is watching. I love his character, so different from how a Roman is usually depicted, which happens in every character in this show if I think about it, he makes his role so much more interesting and human. Perfectly cast again. Good interview!
Great interview. Love his search and thoughtfulness and respect for the listener, and the deep plunge into his own spiritual journey. So much here. 😊 Thank you for sharing your heart. Blessings to a wonderful actor.
Absolutely agree!
Compelling actor being compelled by the Holy Spirit of God. Thrilling!!!
This actor acts with his expressions. Thd BEST kind of actor. Great job Mr Alexander.
Outstanding conversation and terrific insights. He is fascinating. Seems to be the kind of person you could hang out with and have great conversations with! Loved every minute! Thank you Anthony and Elijah! 🌹
Wonderful interview! Not long winded at all - fascinating! Can’t wait to see more of the character Atticus. I will need to find a way to go and see the Hosea movie it looked very interesting. I pray the Lord’s blessing on all the cast of the Chosen.
I think it’s on RUclips. I’m hoping to watch it too.
Here's the RUclips link to the Hosea movie: ruclips.net/video/A7wHoafxLUY/видео.html
Great interview! Love, love The Chosen. And God is busy here in Detroit!
What a fascinating human being. He dominates every scene he's in. I loved GLADIATOR, and I love that the film's energy helps fuel his portrayal of Atticus. Well done.
Great actor awesome in Chosen!
Eating; we also do it when we are watching something unfold. Some many are eating popcorn in the theater; no? Atticus is watching as a curious bystander in our stead.
Great character ! Well done brother
I'm grateful to Elisha for his time given for interview. Thank you all.
Talk about knowing one's character & relating to it in some way. His insight here really just makes me one to know more about the character Atticus over time...almost like he has his own story unfolding in this greatest story ever told. He's about as close to a deep thinker about his role and truly authentic in this role. I suspect he's very similar too this persona in real life. Really enjoy his openers. I hope this truth does help him come to the universal truth of The Chosen & The Greatest Gift of all time. Blessings.
Cyndee Randall, great observation and question !! Thank you for that ! So many of us are praying for Elijah ( more than Atticus) to have saving belief in Jesus !
Seriously, one of my favorite characters on the chosen! Wish he was in more scenes. I like the dynamic with him and Z, their mutual respect. Great show
Brilliant performances by this amazing thespian.
Thank you for your hard work, Elijah. You've created a complex and compelling character in Atticus. I was immediately drawn to the character and am now stuck in a paradox of sorts as to whether I like Atticus or not ("good guy" or "bad guy"?). His unconventional (and at times dismissive) approach in dealing with local Roman leaders cracks me up. I take it he has earned a great amount of respect (in Rome) to be able to comfortably do that. But I also suspect he's a very capable and tough man who has seen and done horrible things in satisfying the requirements of his job for Pilate. At times you even manage to make the character warm - if only for brief moments. Thank you, good luck and we'll continue to be watching. God bless you and your family.
So cool to learn that Elijah is a fellow Michigander! Outstanding actor! I pray that he will come to know Jesus Christ as his Lord and savior 🙏🏻
He did a wonderful job on Amazing Love!
I enjoyed hearing Elijah telling his his background story. The life that he gives his character is fascinating. I can hardly wait to see where the character ends up, and how Elijah brings life into him.
His eating, on the road guy and observing and contemplating!
Atticus is actually all of us watching, even Elijah himself. They always say to put yourself within the situation as a participant So nice to see.
Has Elijah ever written or though about writing a book 😄he is so fascinating! !
Agree !!!!!
I totally agree, too!
Agree
@@rosilopez4411 agree!!
YES!
Hard to believe that we grew up in the same areas, and I knew nothing about him until now. He brings so much to the character of Atticus!
Great Great interview. To see the true person behind the Elijah's character, his beliefs and his life is absolutely wonderful. Love the Atticus character but LOVE the real Elijah.. blessings to all
I love your character in The Chosen and wonder where it goes. You do a fabulous job in the role. Jesus is the WAY. ❤
THANK GOD JESUS torn down religion and will continue to do so!
Hallelujah!
Now i'm going to see if I can find his other roles and buy them as well on video. I bought the 1st 3 seasons of the Chosen already and binge watched. Twice on video and went to a movie theater and saw season 3 on the big screen. Ithink I may be addicted to the Chosen, ya think lol
There’s something about this actor. He is so magnetic. I have watched every scene with Atticus multiple times…that scene when Jesus is taken in for questioning by Quintus…there’s this moment between Jesus and Atticus…a recognition/acknowledgment from Jesus subtly and then Atticus gives this barely perceptible nod back. It’s so good.
What an incredible interview!!!! i really know now why I l love Aticus so much. he is as complex as the actor.! Thank you for having him on here... this depth of his entire life is in credible... and his interests are driving ones that led him to this to this purpose God had for him. He is a total genius . Thank you for your in-depth interview and your great questions for him. Blessings and joy ongoing Merri
Yes, with Atticus, Elijah gets to play a First Century version of James Bond, no? Great to hear about his early family history -- Egypt, Israel, France, and US -- wow! a true one of our Sephardim brothers -- will our tents ever get to be fully dry?
I love this interview and the whole character of Atticus. It reminds me of the movie Risen where a Roman Tribune is on a mission to find out what happened to the body of Jesus. The objective analysis of a military man is quite compelling.
Agreed… Risen was another fascinating movie.
I’m so thankful for this interview. It was great to meet Elijah and get to know him so deeply. What a wonderful actor! He plays Atticus to perfection! ❤
I have processed through the mirror image of your spiritual journey !!! Bagavagita as well. Buddhism , Hindi … when I hear you speak it helps me realize I am not alone in my quests and to heart your heart !
Elijah will (perhaps) "survive" as an actor because he understands that others (producers, directors, writers) have their obvious say and control over the direction of the character-although I'm sure he has his hopes and ideas as to how the character evolves and changes. He also does a good job of not giving away any of the secrets. Not at all a trivial thing.
I like Atticus, cause he’s kind of a smart a$$.
Good job, Elijah!